The market for used motorcycles is vast and deep, with many popular motorcycles available for a fraction of what they cost when new even a few years ago. With a little hard work and know-how, a restored used bike can become a reliable and stylish commuter vehicle. But restoring an older motorcycle can be challenging. Often you're dealing with old technology, parts that are hard to replace, rusty and stubborn bolts, etc. How to Restore Your Motorcycle walks the reader through the process of tearing down an old motorcycle and building it back up again. This revised edition adds color photography throughout, as well as new information covering bikes and technologies new to the collector realm.

Contents:

• What's it All About?
  • Getting Started
  • Acquiring Your Bike
  • The Workshop
  • The Best-Laid Plans
• Let's Get Started
  • Teardown: Separating the Motorcycle into it's Component Parts
• Component Inspection and Repair
  • Engine Teardown
  • Fuel Systems
  • Exhaust Systems
  • Ignition Systems
  • Transmissions
  • Frames
  • Front Forks
  • Wheels & Hubs
  • Brakes
  • Handlebars & Controls
  • Wiring & Electronics
  • Paint & Bodywork
• Final Assembly, Sources, Mechanics, End Papers
  • Assembly

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