After deciding the TX500 engine was not going to break loose with any amount of soaking or pressure I tore into the top end. What I found was an incredible amount of rust and gunk built up on the cylinder walls and the pistons. No suprise there I suppose. A replacement cylinder is on the way, as well as new piston kits. A replacement cam chain (had to be cut) and gasket set will be much harder to source.
Evan, My TX500 is just like yours, except mine is missing some rather fundamental pieces. Do you have a source for parts, ie. rear brake and gear shift levers, carb. set, chrome headlamp pieces? Thanks, Don
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Hey Evan, I know I am a little late on this post, but do you still have any parts remaining for this TX500 engine / bike? If so, what parts you got left?
Ted
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Hey, I'm Evan and this is one of my motorcycle sites. You can find more about me on my homepage, or visit me on Google Plus: +Evan Fell
I have owned nearly every make and model of vintage Japanese motorcycle as well Europeans and more modern bikes. I do everything from simple fixes to full restorations. I also travel by motorcycle and race off-road. This is a blog about my bikes.
