hello friends, new here and just got 74 TY. bit of a novice mechanic but feeling more confident as i progress. received some great advice from 'feetupfun' about changing clutch camshaft oil seal which i did today and awesome result. no more leak! thanks so much pal!
my next quest is getting it legal for the road in NYC. it already has a title and is registered in NY so its just the inspection/MOT.
when i got it, the front headlight didn't have a bulb though the rear tail light worked and the stop light worked fine also. However, after putting in a new front bulb (which works fine) the rear light doesn't work at all now. also, the high beam/low beam switch seems reversed on the handlebars and the engine run/kill switch seems to be wired to the headlight.
my question, is this a big fix and i should take the bike into a shop or is it something i could attempt myself? i have a multi meter but no experience in this dept. also whats the advice on a horn? is it better to wire one in now or can i use a bulb type?
i just got a great bike that had been in a man cave for 30 years (was on a farm in Philadelphia from new) and would love to bring it back to its former glory esp as i have managed to get it registered and titled in NY state..
i used to ride Ty250s when i was a kid learning in the 80's. feels wonderful to be getting back into 'vtg trials'. i think i must be the only person in NYC into trials but luckliy i can practice in a warehouse a friend has really looking forward to getting the inspection sorted so i can ride to empty lots/construction sites/car parks and hone my skills!
sending best vibes to you all and any advice is really appreciated!!!
attached a few pics of bike. thanks so much, johnny
