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Offline GardenGnome

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Start up after rebuild. What should I know?
« on: June 03, 2018, 03:08:59 PM »
I’ll be starting up the ‘77 550F probably next weekend. I’ve done a rebuild on the top end, carbs and electrical. I’m wondering what do I need to do, and what do I need to know in order to start this up properly without getting ahead of myself?
If I've learned anything about building a motorcycle, it's check and re-check your work before you put it all back together. Although you do gain more experience by doing it twice.

Offline bryanj

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Re: Start up after rebuild. What should I know?
« Reply #1 on: June 03, 2018, 03:33:56 PM »
Ignition off and turn over till oil light goes out, remove outer 4 valve caps and make sure oil floods out when started
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