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Originally Posted by Jester
hey Rodneyc I think we need to straighten a few things out so i will answer each question one by one .
1. Your engine oil and clutch oil are one in the same. This is why bikes need more regular oil changes as bike oil is generally thinner and the polymers are under more load continously thus causing more wear. The clear glass bubble that you mention is your oil level. Make sure that you have your bike upright when checking (not on side stand) as this will send your oil to the other side and also make sure the bike is cold or at least 20mins after riding as this will allow your oil to settle, again for a more acturate reading.
2. The casing that are mentioning on your handle bars is your front brakes fluid housing. If this is empty you will need to bleed the front brake and also check for a leak (if you have a leak then I would reccomend braided lines instead of standard replacements).
3. It seems your bike has been left out in the conditions by it previous owner. I think that your tires are old and therefore have caused some discolouration. Although there is no evidence of sidewall craking check to see if your tires have gone hard and replace if you have any doubts.
4. Header are one of those topics that polarises opinions. Most will tell you that they dont offer any benificial power as stock header are generally good quality and offer minimal power gains for the money. Not sure what stock headers are worth brand new but as a general rule aftermarket are usually cheaper. Check two bros for there header prices and definitly keep the pipe (looks in good nic) otherwise go second hand stock.
5. Definitly replace that chain but as a general when replacing a chain replace the spockets as well as they wear and bed in with existing chain over time and this disformation will cause rapid wear on the new chain.
6. Clean the bike and then check for leaks on both the forks and sump before tearing them apart. There would be alot of oily residue from the road and brake dust that forms over time and that's what looks like to be on your engine.
Hope this helps and let me know if I left anything out.
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, also ure bike will take a lot of $ to be good again. The chain is a must, new tires, headers, overhaul is a must.
Goodluck
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