I need a GT550 starter clutch gear

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tjt1990
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I need a GT550 starter clutch gear

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I am rebuilding a 73 GT550. I have two engines and both have exploded starter clutch gears. I am going to delete the starter but I still need the gear to go behind the clutch assy to use as a spacer. Does anyone have one they would like to sell?
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Re: I need a GT550 starter clutch gear

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See service bulletin GT-26 for the clutch upgrade:
http://www.ozebook.com/compendium/techb ... 022-26.pdf

An upgraded clutch is available on eBay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/suzuki-gt550-19 ... 0543275744
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tjt1990
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Re: I need a GT550 starter clutch gear

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Thanks, I feel stupid because I saw the service bulletin and have been watching Ebay and haven't been able to find one. Thanks again
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Re: I need a GT550 starter clutch gear

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Back to square one. I bought the clutch assy in the ebay link and it is missing the spacer that goes on the shaft. It is unavailable seperately so this was a wasted purchase. Again if anyone has one I will buy it. I would prefer the old style, all I need is the gear to space out the clutch basket.
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Re: I need a GT550 starter clutch gear

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Contact the seller. He may still have the spacer.
Sometimes sellers include the spacer with the transmission or with a bunch of "misc parts".
BAS (Bike Acquisition Syndrome) - too many bikes but have room for more

Suzuki:
GT750 2x75
GT550 72 & 75
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T500 69 project & 73 project
T350 69 & 71
Honda 85 CB650SC & 86 CB700SC
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