Picked up a 1978 model trail 70 last week. I have been trying to get it running and was hoping I could get some input on what to do. Basically 22 y/o with limited tools/knowledge etc... SO here are issues I know of so far and what I have done myself in attempt to get it running.
Changed oil
Changed air filter
Cleaned carb (probably needs more adjustment) maybe rebuild kit
New Battery
New fuel
**New spark plug** The spark plug hole was pretty stripped when I got the bike. I read I could retap to a 12mm size as I figured that might be the easiest fix so I did. Went from the C7HSA to the D8HA that I believe is used in the CT90s.
Was able to bump start it the other day but it did not stay running so I'm assuming it was either air/fuel...
I haven't been able to set points and look at the condenser and set cam timing because the screws on the flywheel cover are so stripped. Again I do not have the tools at my disposal right now to remove them.
Tried starting 2 days ago, no spark/compression. Pretty bummed about it haha. Read might need top end rebuild/valve adjustment?
Didn't wanna have to take it in and spend a bunch of $ on it, but I also do not wanna screw anything else up.
So with all that said, should I attempt to do what I can myself and then let Honda take a look at her...?
Changed oil
Changed air filter
Cleaned carb (probably needs more adjustment) maybe rebuild kit
New Battery
New fuel
**New spark plug** The spark plug hole was pretty stripped when I got the bike. I read I could retap to a 12mm size as I figured that might be the easiest fix so I did. Went from the C7HSA to the D8HA that I believe is used in the CT90s.
Was able to bump start it the other day but it did not stay running so I'm assuming it was either air/fuel...
I haven't been able to set points and look at the condenser and set cam timing because the screws on the flywheel cover are so stripped. Again I do not have the tools at my disposal right now to remove them.
Tried starting 2 days ago, no spark/compression. Pretty bummed about it haha. Read might need top end rebuild/valve adjustment?
Didn't wanna have to take it in and spend a bunch of $ on it, but I also do not wanna screw anything else up.
So with all that said, should I attempt to do what I can myself and then let Honda take a look at her...?