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MX175A 1974 // information and specs?
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Here's some news from me. I've sent the cylinder with piston, head and crank to Motorrad Racing Grün here in Germany. After inspecting the parts he told me to get the genuine piston from cmsnl, as he does not have an alternative that would fit. Luckily I waited with ordering the piston until he called me, because of wear he recommended me to go for 3rd oversize instead of 2nd. Good for me, the 3rd oversize with rings is cheaper than 2nd.
While waiting for engine parts, I started to rebuild the front end. I thought the fork would be in decent condition, but turned out slightly bent. Also the springs are different in length and don't look straight anymore. I put new seals and dust caps on it anyway, as I don't really have a better idea right now.
Filled it with engine oil SAE 10W30 as said in the workshop manual. Well, I think it's okay for now, but honestly the fork doesn't feel great when compressing it by hand. This made me already think about looking for an upgrade, any ideas on that? Preferring models that are more spread in Europe, I would like to avoid buying big parts like this from the US right now haha.
While waiting for engine parts, I started to rebuild the front end. I thought the fork would be in decent condition, but turned out slightly bent. Also the springs are different in length and don't look straight anymore. I put new seals and dust caps on it anyway, as I don't really have a better idea right now.
Filled it with engine oil SAE 10W30 as said in the workshop manual. Well, I think it's okay for now, but honestly the fork doesn't feel great when compressing it by hand. This made me already think about looking for an upgrade, any ideas on that? Preferring models that are more spread in Europe, I would like to avoid buying big parts like this from the US right now haha.
01 Feb 2026 01:19
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Fork tubes can be straightened if not too badly bent. If you have access to a press you can do it yourself. If not, there should be a shop locally that can do it for you. You will still have to dis-assemble them either way, to do the job.
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01 Feb 2026 07:19
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Great news!
Here in the US, most 10w30 oil is "energy conserving" by law.
We need to be careful to use oil rated for a motorcycle wet clutch as the slippery additives in car motor oil can sometimes make the clutch slip.
Here in the US, most 10w30 oil is "energy conserving" by law.
We need to be careful to use oil rated for a motorcycle wet clutch as the slippery additives in car motor oil can sometimes make the clutch slip.
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01 Feb 2026 08:14
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