1982 Suzuki GS850G Harris Special road test

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[@brifixit1962]

I had a GS650 1982 which I purchased brand new best bike I ever owned.

[@crusader2.0_loading89]

Best bike ever

[@Nzchimeran]

Awesome bikes, underated in my opinion. Best shaft drive design, ahead of its time.

[@nbandpinportugal]

I did notice you checking side streets as you passed for people possibly pulling out but that still seemed fast for built up areas. Does the go pro make it look faster than it is ?

[@Nzchimeran]

Yes it looks a lot faster.

[@doylecoody1651]

Nice mirrors where did you get them ?

[@Nzchimeran]

They came off a Motoguzzi Griso, not standard mirrors but we're a copy of the Motoguzzi Centauro V10 mirrors.

[@jerrybigrig9475]

Ok..I'll bite..what makes it a Harris special..??

[@Nzchimeran]

The elderly gentleman that was the previous owner had bought a Harris works exhaust. It seemed only fitting to use the name.
Rare period aftermarket seat, exhaust, bright paint. Such a smooth engine.
I'd love another one and think the gs850 is so under rated for what it offers.