try finding a bloke with the same bike, and try swapping cdi boxes for a test. [ATTACH]
don't get involved, you have better projects to spend ca$h on. :eek: very few 500s are still in decent condition now, and parts are scarce....
to me it seems totally daft to go and replace the head gasket (ALOT could go wrong !) to fix your problem. only if you measure low compression...
use the provided idle speed adjuster to reset as needed. a hot engine will usually want to idle faster due to less oil viscosity and lower...
Grasping for straws now, mate. Try a compression test cold or hot. Even if floats are set right the float needle could be leaking, so pull the...
^^ that's another possibility and would show up as a wet, shiny sparkplug.
with both of those, it's gotta run. :confused: try changing the sparkplug. o_O also check that the idle mixture screw isn't open more than 3...
sometimes rust particles infiltrate and will cause leaks [ATTACH]
tool can be made using the right-sized socket and a grinder to cut appropriately. i'd suggest green scotchbrite to clean the rod.
^^ sometimes rubber parts shrink when dry for a long time (SHRINKAGE !!!) but swell up and seal again after exposure to fuel.......float bowl...
i've made some gauges for checking float settings, good for consistency. note that carbs must be held at the proper angle. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
usually neglected rear brake maintenance, something to check, clean, lube. [ATTACH]
^^^^ hook up with skimad, he'll get you sorted ! :cool:
very nice work there :cool: once you start it's almost fun.
not likely
sure it is ! [ATTACH]
^^^ take before and after photos, you'll be proud of your work, but it does take alot of time. :Hat: best to remove rad for access to front and...
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