Eegore wrote on 08/17/18 at 14:16:17:


I really doubt that you will be able to buy any new complete engines from Suzuki - the parts list doesn't even have a number to order.

Buying used engines is a bit of a gamble.......you would still be well advised to take off the head cover and look around before you put the engine in the bike, you want to inspect the rockers/cam and replace the head plug and sealant (most used engines are likely to have already had the head cover off for a leaky head plug fix or dealer cylinder head torque check).  Expect that any used engine is likely to have scratches from being moved around on a concrete floor.  The engine is bulky and a bit hard to ship - I bought one from Pinwall Cycles in Massilon, Ohio and they put it in a plastic bag in a large box and injected foam around it for shipping......it was very well protected.  Pinwall Cycles buys salvage bikes from insurance companies - some of the engines are low mileage and were in crashes or stolen.

 Yeah it looks like I might have to just get three from whatever sources I can and just do alternating rebuilds as per the original suggestion from the shop.

 I was just hoping to save the time and space by snagging ready to go engines.