Right now I am seeing a fair bit of slop in the rear wheel bearings (original). So I suppose there's another task I will need to take care of....
Thanks Jrod, I am just under 35K miles. I did not know about the valves tightening up like that, I appreciate that info. In my OP I may have...
I have installed a new battery, replaced an instrument cluster bulb, and changed the oil. Also had to clean the turn signal switch. I plan to go...
I'm going to need some fork seals for this piece, and I think I will put chain & sprockets, plus the tires have cracking on the sidewalls.
Man I know, 31 freaking years I have had this motorcycle, can't give up now! I hope I can ride this year, it has been too long...
Rollin' Okay, finally an update on some progress! Pulled the carbs AGAIN, cleaned the slow jets on the front bank, and pilots too. To fully...
Mine is 150 150 150 75 When it was running on four cylinders (instead of two like it is now) it smoked a good bit, but started and ran well.
First thing I would check is the wheel alignment.
Jrod I swapped the coils over and still have the same problem, front two cylinders are dead.
Jrod that is a good idea! I will try that and let you know. Thanks so much.
A small update, as the two front cylinders are "dead", today I did a compression test. 125psi on all cylinders except the left rear which is only...
Beautiful motorcycle, wow!
Neo if you want to read my thread its called "rode hard & hung up wet".
Neo I was curious because your skills seem very good, and I have been trying for years to get my '86 running. Probably going to sell it :-(
Nice thread neo, where are you located?
Dillwyn VA
Late to arrive, but yes they are the same.
Sadly, I am considering parting out my '86. I just can't get it to run worth anything, primary problem is intermittent dead cylinders. It has some...
Thank you my friend.
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