So after replacing the spark plugs, the battery and whatever else and coming up short I chose to take the bike to the neighbourhood mechanic, Kenny, who did wonders and got the bike running!
He'd cleaned the carbs, and temporarily fixed the pressure leak on the air filter casing (plastic is cracked). As mentioned before it then ran! Quite well in fact, Kenny's words to be exact. He himself was actually quite impressed with the motorcycle and had kind words to say about it. Said it's a good project bike as long as I don't get carried away and take it too far. Not quite sure what he meant by the latter bit.
This was back in early November, perhaps October, and as of a few months ago it has been winterized and sitting quietly in my landlords garage.
Until the next warm days here is a parting picture of roughly what it looked like at the end of its season.
My question is, do I stay with the standard wheel setup? Or, do I go get me a set of 18" spokes on both ends? Not going to lie I'm leaning towards the latter.
Well there we are, farewell and albeit a bit late, Happy New Year to all!
