Answer by DavidRecallsMonica for First Time Motorcycle Owner. Maintenance Help
If the bike has rubber brake lines, replace them now. Rubber lines degrade with age, and 20 years is seriously old.
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My first bike had been sitting around for a few years, in addition to getting it running I'd advise making sure it will stop. Brakes have a tendency to seize if they aren't used, so I would inspect...
View ArticleAnswer by Richard Abbott for First Time Motorcycle Owner. Maintenance Help
Since you are a beginner then in the interest of safety you should get an experienced rider to try the bike. They may come up with things that dont show up in a static test.We in Britain are not...
View ArticleAnswer by Solar Mike for First Time Motorcycle Owner. Maintenance Help
So, apart from setting the baseline as per the other answer, you should get the service schedule and follow it.Also, given the age you should check things more often. Oil, filters, chain, suspension...
View ArticleAnswer by jwh20 for First Time Motorcycle Owner. Maintenance Help
After sitting for so long and at this age you should:Replace all fluids and filters.Replace the tiresCheck the wheel bearingsCheck and either clean and lube the chain or replace it. (I don't recall if...
View ArticleFirst Time Motorcycle Owner. Maintenance Help
I'm new here and I'd like to ask for some help, and or, advice. I just got my first ever motorcycle and it was somewhat of a mechanic special. A 2000 Harley Davidson Sportster Sport XL1200S. I'm really...
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