Defo go for condition over age. Personally having bought a supposedly well looked after bike from a decent source. Unless you're really clued up on these things I'd recommend you up your budget and get a much newer bike as you can easily spend a fortune on bits for a shiny turd
It worked on Firefox last night, but I can't get it to run this morning so not sure what the issue is but I'd guess it's not with your browser and more to do with the site the vid is hosted on.
If it is anything like my 250 you'll also have the same thing on the front brake so you can have a look for reference. I've no idea what it's called but every time I've needed something I've called Lampkins and they've got me what I need very quickly.
It's a good point. Anybody see that article and video on the bbc site last week about the cycle trials guy from Scotland? Skillful but a good trials man is equally impressive yet very little recognition compared to this guy.
Coolant is generally better at dissipating heat than water. Plus the right stuff will contain additives which won't cause corrosion in the way water might.
Just a thought, but have you checked your car insurance. Mine covers me Third Party only for any vehicle I'm licensed to drive/ ride so long as I have the owners permission.
I have access to a system the motor trade use for doing vehicle look ups for makes and models. Ran it through, nothing coming up which is odd, but does sometimes happen. Could be they are false plates. Sorry not much help. Best of luck in getting anywhere with this.
Not sure about the fuel and fluid issues. It's normal for the clutch to drag when first started. Just keep doing what you are doing or place the front wheel against a wall or something that won't move easily, pull the clutch in, rev the engine a bit engage a gear and let the clutch out.
Just another example of how daft this country is getting. Try using one of the supermarkets pay at the pump when they are unmanned, guarantee the only hassle you'll get is lip of local chavs
