After getting me through many vinduros the little XR is in need of a serious birthday.
Harrow was the final straw with plumes of smoke spewing from the poor thing as it tried to emulate the faster 2-strokes and a blown rear shock didn't help. Pulled up stumps at the second fuel dump on Saturday. Thankfully I had a PE to take on a successful maiden ride on Sunday. Talk about a shakedown test!
Anyway, haven't split the cases yet, no doubt the bearings are shot but right now I am looking for a barrel as this picture will attest:
If anyone has a cylinder that is in a serviceable condition please let me know.
If anyone knows whether a later two-valve (86-on?) barrel fits, information would be appreciated. I might post in the Honda forum as well regarding this.
I'll be at Blackwood next weekend on the off chance that anyone can bring one along.
Cheers .. Jules