After a long time without riding, it wouldn’t start after a break near the mountains—but somehow they made it back. That’s some serious skill.
Checking the generated voltage, it’s just over 12V. That’s low, but lucky for us it was enough to get them back.
Maybe one of the three phases is dead? Let’s start with the regulator—it’s melted and comes off in your hand.
Wow, that’s scary. It might be worth checking the charging system once in a while.
After replacing the connector and terminals, we’re at around 14.5V. That was all it needed, so we’re good.
The speedometer isn’t working. The cable looks okay though.
The speed gear teeth are broken and missing. It needs replacement.
Replacing the coolant—the cap is old and loose. Inside is heavily rusted.
Using tap water for street riding is a no-go. This one looks pretty bad inside—scary stuff.
We’re replacing the fluid. The color is pretty bad, and the edges are corroded too.
Keeping it clean makes things easier for the next person working on it.
The cap bolts are worth replacing every other time. Don’t wait until they won’t come out.
We’ve replaced the fluid.
Engine oil is now ELF MOTO4 TECH. We’re waiting on the speed gear.
