Z900a4 servicing Leicester/Northants

[Harboroughchris]

Can anyone help me to find a classic servicing company as my bike has just been restored and will need a service and a bit of a look at as the bike has not been riden since 2004.

My love of zeds has got hold of me again so here I am in my late 50's riding my bike - very cautiously and would appreciate a bit of help.
Many thanks.
Chris

[Philippe]

Hi Chris
good for you that you joined the club.
Maybe you could show us some pictures of the bike.
It'll be hard to find a servicing company that can work on your bike. Perhaps some club members can help you to find one.
Good luck with teh bike!
Greetings from Belgium
Philippe

[crossthread]

Hi Chris , as a retired (car) technician I can tell you that most times a service only involves paying someone vast amounts of money just to look at your vehicle (bike) . You can do this yourself , check it over , does it work ? is it seized ? is it loose ? is it bent ? has it fallen off ? OK , some things are a bit more complicated , but honestly , a basic service doesn't include anything you can't do yourself . AND , you will be the one who will ride it . Some mechanics that I have worked with I wouldn't trust to service my wheelbarrow . ( Yes , I know some are brilliant , No offence meant )

[chrisu]

agree - do it yourself but if you have a specific question there's lots on here who can help.

just restored you said - so oil/filters all done ? also if the heads been of it'll need retorquing.

what's been done on the restore ?

Wheel bearings, engine, chain and sprockets, tyres, brake pads/shoes etc etc all should have been checked/replaced. Old tyres will be like concrete !

Download a copy of the workshop manual and ask away.

[Harboroughchris]

Thank you for your help with my servicing post.
I am planning to do as much as I can but things like carbs I find tricky but will have a go.
I will put a photo of my bike up on here soon.
Thanks.
Chris