It came in with an ST-1 installed. Let’s perform the oil-cooled maintenance.
The engine damper was in reasonable condition.
Switching to the later-model damper might improve serviceability.
Let’s clean out the holes on the case side while we’re at it.
Always replace the lock nuts on critical areas every time.
Often bikes come in saying the swingarm and linkage have been overhauled, the chain and sprockets replaced. But when you look closely at them, they’re not really that clean, and the bolts and nuts are reused. Sometimes you wonder if the work was actually done.
It’s not that clean, and… the bolts and nuts are being reused? Sometimes I wonder if the work was actually done properly.
The generator damper still had good elasticity.
The generator damper still had adequate elasticity.
We polish this from the outside with a dry brush. Even though you can’t see it, keeping it clean seems to help maintain good condition.
We polish this from the outside with a dry brush. Even though it’s not visible, I feel that keeping it clean helps maintain better overall condition.
Spraying rust preventative on spots like this and working it in makes them clean and might boost rust protection too.
Spraying rust preventative oil in spots like this cleans things up nicely with a little elbow grease, and it might boost the rust protection too.
The starter motor timing was actually pretty good.
The starter motor—it might have actually been good timing.
Let’s clean it up and take good care of it for the long haul.
Keep it clean and treat it gently for a long life.
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