Or a similar dual sport motorcycle for comparison…
I was told he is performing a top end overhaul (replacing all gaskets and rings on piston, cleaning everything, installing a battery, replacing compression release cable, replacing cylinder head, draining all oil/replacing). He indicated a previous owner put goop on the engine that he had to take off and it needed a lot of cleaning.
Is this everything that entails a "top end overhaul?"
Parts supposedly cost $150, what should I pay for labor?
Added (1). I should've clarified- Its not a certified honda shop, but it's a retired honda mechanic who still has his honda certificate. He works as a mechanic out of his house (small scale). Not sure the 7 hour rule would still apply? I'd LOVE to learn how to fix this bike! I'm so new to all of this and it's my first motorcycle. I'm even still learning how to ride it. Where can I learn to fix these old bikes?But, anyway,assuming he is a "local mechanic" would you think 350 labor is OK "top end overhaul"?
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