82 kz305 CSR
 
Here's my project. Just bought her 3 days ago for $300.00. I have only added another $20.00 so far for a 6 month old, but perfectly good battery. I have the tank, and covers off for maintenance in the photo. The forks are pitted somewhat, and were really crappy looking, but I hit all the chrome with steel wool and WD-40 and except for the pitting on the forks, she shined right up.

I got real lucky and all the signals, lights, and the horn work. The clutch cable will need an adjustment or replaced and the only goofy thing so far is the rear brake light stays on when you put the key to the 'lock' position. Oh well, I can live with that - I'll just park her in the 'off' position.

The tank wasn't too bad. I just rinsed her with some fresh gasoline and what's coming out is pretty clean. The petcock will need some attention because it still drips slowly in the 'off' position.

The upper portion of the carbs look great, but the float bowls were coated with murky varnish. I had to scoop the gunk out. Apparently I didn't get the jets clean enough because she still won't start with gasoline. She will run if you keep a constant spray of starter fluid, so I'm pretty sure that I just need to clean the jets better.

I'll keep everyone updated on progress.

- Tom