1979 Suzuki GS1000 Wes Cooley Replica

Description

In 1978, Yoshimura had the incredibly talented Wes Cooley campaigning a Kawasaki KZ1000, but they weren’t winning races. Once they switched to the Suzuki GS1000, however, their luck began to change – Cooley proceeded to win both the ’79 and ’80 AMA Superbike Championships. All the while this was happening, Suzuki decided to release a Euro-only sport version of the GS1000.

Once American dealers got a peek, they started clamoring for them, too. Enter the Suzuki GS1000S, of which only 500 were imported to the states in ’79. Though it was never officially given the name by Suzuki, riders around the country were eager to call it the Wes Cooley Replica.

The 997cc inline four cylinder produced 90 horsepower, which was good enough to propel the 524-pound bike to a top speed of nearly 130mph. For more on the bike that changed many American minds about Suzuki’s sporting credentials, check out this profile from Motorcyclist magazine. It makes reference to a 1979 issue of Cycle Guide – the GS1000S “demands recognition as the finest all-around ride motorcycling has to offer.”

This example is VIN: GS1000524778. The seller states “I always wanted a Cooley, found this one and it’s been part of my 80’s collection for sometime.”

The odometer shows 28,988 miles. The seller has owned the bike for approximately 15 years.

Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, we changed the oil and filter, the tires, performed a hydro flush, replaced the battery, and fork seals, and cleaned and synced the carbs. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:

Mileage: 28,988 Miles
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok, RUST ON OUTSIDE
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: New
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A, AIR COOLED
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New, <1.5 % Moisture
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New, <1.5 % Moisture
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: NA, Cable Clutch
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: NA
Final Drive Condition: Ok
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: NA
Parking Light: NA
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 60%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 80%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 52/23
Tire Date Code Rear: 36/23
Tire % Remaining Front: 100%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 100%
Tire Press. Front: 32 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 34 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.86V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.0V
Running Condition: Ok, runs on bench
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 4 Miles, unit operates as designed

Tires Installed
Front: 100/90-19
Rear: 130/80-18

Notes:
-Fuel tank was previously lined

Modifications:
The seller states “no mods.”

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Metzeler Lasertec tires with date codes of 3623 and 5223.

The sale includes one key.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:

Currently located in Panorama City, California, this Suzuki is offered on a clean Virginia title. Have any GS1000 Wes Cooley Replica stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!