Question82 maxim.flooded.no pipe on the engine. want to know if the pistons are damaged and how to fix that. ignition is frozen in lock position but forks arent locked. clutch cable slacks at tranny. most wires to handlebars need to be replaced. transmission only goes two cfull clicks up. want to try to start it but dont know if i do will i blow the motor. can send u pics and other info if needed. thanx.
AnswerHi Josh.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE BIKE UNTIL YOU HAVE REPAIRED/REPLACED ANY OBVIOUSLY DAMAGED/MISSING PARTS/COMPONENTS.
At best, the bike won't start, at worst, something catastrophic could happen to either you or the motor.
Get the repair manual for the bike. Read through it before you attempt to repair anything that you are unsure of doing.
If you have no repair manual, then they can be ordered through the local bike shop/Yamaha motorcycle dealership or online through the following;
www.repairmanuals.com
www.jcwhitney.com
www.totalmotorcycle.com
The manual will cover almost everything that you will need to know, other than asking about the odd issue that is not covered in it.
The shifter won't get you more than what you have gotten because the motor is not running. Generally, you won't be able to shift above 2nd gear unless the bike is in motion and the rpms are suitable for upshifting.
If the bike has been sitting for months or years, then change the oil, oil filter and air filter. Also properly clean the carbs, drain and reseal the fuel tank and REPLACE the fuel lines.
Good luck and ride safe.
FALCON
