Sounds like the interior of the engine tore itself up due to lack of lube.. Bummer.
P.S. Nice Bike ! I ride an old 79 FLH that I've had forever
Pretty cool bike yourself. Where are you located? Ride sometime?
Given the subject at hand, I'd make some comment about checking the oil on the bike due to leakage, but I'll be kind.
Truth be told... I could't care less whether someone road a Harley, Boss Hoss or Vespa clone... Those who ride get it and those who don't ride either don't get it or wish they could ride.
Much success with the engine swap!
Joe in Northern, NJ - V#8013-R
Currently Riding The "Mother Ship"
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Ride a motorcycle in or near NJ?
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's what I was thinkin too, I'll break it down when I get it out & put up some pics. And as for leaks on the Bike,, I'll just say that I always carry at least a quart, (and tools) I've been thinkin about tryin out some Royal Purple, don't know yet.
That's the first I've heard about anyone buying a motor on ebay but I don't get on there as much anymore. I'll keep it in mind tho. I wonder what shipping would be, those motors are perty small too. I'll have to check it out, I'm curious now, I live in a big city & should be able to find one here, I hope
Thanks for the info guys, I'll keep ya posted on the progress. Rich OKC Okla