The v boost clicks when I turn key but stops and clicking starts again, valve cover leaking oil just a trace. Maybe some wd 40 on v boost linkage?
WD40 is not intended as a long term lubricant so I wouldn't use or rely on it. The problem with oil on exposed areas is that it is good at collecting dirt so if you have to use it do so sparingly and wipe off any excess.
I took air box off and tested the slides, 3 seem good I could hear the air from diaphragm, 1 is just snapping back. I ordered a new diaphragm. Is that 1 reason why the bike didn't feel right?
Somebody must have been in there, no security screws, then I pulled cover and diaphragm was folded, straighten it out put some grease around edge to hold diaphragm in and it's back together and working.
I know I'm a cracked record but I can't stress enough the importance of diagnosing a fault before committing to a course of action...at least you have a spare diaphragm.
The diaphragms do not need any lubricant to retain them. If they have been out in the air for some time I have read, but never tried, that a soak in petrol will bring them back to size. Rather than a petroleum based grease use a silicon one as that is less likely to attack the rubber.
I would suggest replacing the screws with allen heads---these are jis requiring a Japanese philips head screwdriver.
Fair comment if you intend to keep the bike long term but otherwise some
JIS screwdrivers or bits would be a cheaper investment?
There's just so much little things wrong on the bike I don't know where to start.
It is 38 years old so perhaps that could be expected?
If you don't have a copy of the Service Manual then I suggest you acquire one. Work through section 2 - Periodic inspection and adjustments and don't assume the PO has done any of it.
This will ensure that your bike is in the best condition it can be. It will familiarise you with it and also add 'to do' jobs to those you already have identified.
I would start by making a list of what you want to do and then prioritise the work. Helpful hint - #1 should be working through the periodical inspections and adjustments. I would also run some carb and engine cleaner through.
There are company's who will match paint (yours should be Apple Red Candy (with Black Air intake Colour, Dark Grey #1 Air intake Colour, Grey Metallic Panel colour, Champagne Rocker Cover colour, Silver Swing arm colour) - an internet search should bring up results.
