Motorcycle Repair: Repair Costs, dayton ohio area, clutch cable

Question
I just bought an 03' yz250f.  It is in need of some work.  I was wondering if you could give a range of what to expect, cost wise, on the following: New top end (piston/rings/pin) OEM, new clutch plates and clutch cable (OEM), rebuild rear shock, rebuild forks, adjust valves, clean carb, and regrease swingarm bearings and steering stem bearings.
I am just trying to creat a budget for myself and don't want to get ripped off.

Thanks,
Doug Meyers
Detroit, MI
guod69@msn.com  

Answer
Hi Doug,

It's difficult for me to give you an estimate of repairs. Flat-rates vary from regions.

Shops in the Dayton, Ohio area charge between $50 and $60 per flat-rate hour for service.

Carb:          $60
Top end:       $300 (includes valve clearance adjustment)
Clutch:        $60 (includes new cable install and adjust)
Suspension:    $240 (includes swingarm and stem lube)
Shop supplies: $5 [smiling]

I'm guessing with the above figures. Parts and tax excluded.

Check out www.bikebandit.com for comparing parts prices and viewing parts microfiche on line.

Respectfully,
Mark Shively