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Bringing a 98 kx 500 to life after 15 years under a tarp

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Wag460:
My dad passed away and I have his 500. It's like new but hasent been ridden for at least 15 years. I'm going over the bike now, I replaced the rubber boot that mounts the carb to the reed cage. Replaced all the fluids, cleaned the carb, and new air filter. I know letting things sit is worse than beating the crap out of them. What else should I look at? I'm not new to the sport, I'm just getting to know this bike. It's pretty much all stock original.  Thanks for any insight.
    Orphan kx owner.

sandblaster:
I started a "Things to look for" thread here:
http://www.oem-cycle.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=43&t=1008
I'm still not done with it but it will give you a place to start..
Minimum things below:
Disassemble, grease, and inspect everything...
Change the plug and all fluids.
Change the air filter and clean the box.
Hope and pray that the seals are in good shape...
Check the chain and sprockets.
Clean the carb and put in fresh gas..

Wag460:
Yeah, I'm kinda worried about the seals also. I suppose I'll find out when I run it.

Foxx4Beaver:
don't be surprised if the tires disintegrate within a few hundred yards...unless you're planning on throwing some new ones on before riding it.

Wag460:
Tires look good, no cracks or dryrot, but new black wheels and rubber are in the future.

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