camiam

Hi all. I am in the process of getting my motorcycle safetied and on the road but the front forks are leaking. I am being told by the mechanic that I need new seals and bushings (front fork piston). I can get the seals without issue but can't get the pistons in town or from anyone online so far. The part number is 278-23171-50-00 for those interested, and I believe it's number 7 on the microfiche for the front forks. Has anyone else had luck with certain suppliers that may or may not have this part? Any help at all would be greatly appreciated, since I won't have an operating motorcycle until I can get ahold of this part Thanks, Cameron

Hello all. My name is Cameron; I am from Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. I just bought my very first motorcycle: a 1973 Yamaha TX500. Just getting the gas tank de-rusted and lined so I won't have problems down the road with rust in the carburetors. In a week, when that's finished, I'll be bringing it in to safety and I'll get it on the road. Anyone have any tips on what to do to get it running well right off the bat? I know I should clean and sync the carbs... any tips regarding that? Thanks. Look forward to the help that is out there from other enthusiasts. -Cameron