Martin Tang
XS400 Member
I'll be honest. I've got no mechanic knowledge whatsoever. I recently turned 16 and bought my first motorcycle, a 1983 Seca 400. Heck, I haven't even ridden it. The bike starts up and everything seems alright, but I was informed there was an oil leak somewhere. The guy I bought it from included a complete gasket kit and 2 parts that I don't know (Picture Included).
Now to my point. My parents and friends do not know anything about motorcycles, and are unable to help me, I own a service manual for the bike, but have no idea what I'm doing, so I decided to grow a pair and ask online. The point of this post is a plea for some guidance on my quest to rebuild this bike. I'm extremely motivated and have always been interested in motorcycles, the problem is, I don't know where to begin, can anyone offer some guidance? Perhaps guide me through a process of restoring my first bike? I'd simply like to replace everything the kit provides, as well as learn a few basics. I'd forever be grateful. Thanks.
Now to my point. My parents and friends do not know anything about motorcycles, and are unable to help me, I own a service manual for the bike, but have no idea what I'm doing, so I decided to grow a pair and ask online. The point of this post is a plea for some guidance on my quest to rebuild this bike. I'm extremely motivated and have always been interested in motorcycles, the problem is, I don't know where to begin, can anyone offer some guidance? Perhaps guide me through a process of restoring my first bike? I'd simply like to replace everything the kit provides, as well as learn a few basics. I'd forever be grateful. Thanks.
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