Tips for First start up in 25 years

ok so i finally got a spark (i hope its strong enough), my carbs are rebuilt (dont know if the adjustments are right) and i just realized my Carburetor Holders had holes in it, so i ordered some new ones. Any other tips for first start up would be greatly appreciated.

Edit: sorry its a 1976 kz900

If you just go the bike I would od the following.

1. Change oil and filter.
2. Change spark plugs.
3. Drain gas from tank and if needed clean out tank and re-fill with good gas.
4. Disassemble and clean the carburetors REALLY well.
5. Check, clean and adjust points if applicable.
6. Check, clean, lube timing advancer.
7. Replace air filter.
8. Check and adjust valve clearances if needed.
9. Check and adjust timing chain tensioner.
10. Replace tires and tubes if applicable.
11. Replace drive chain.
12. Clean and lube every cable.
13. Check and if needed replace brake pads / shoes.

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so i have started to turn in over and im getting some puffs, im not sure if my spark is strong enough (im going to sand down my points a little bit more), and do the breather lines (the top outlet on the carburetor) have to go anywhere, i cant remember where they were when i pulled the carb, also any advice for where to put the mixture screws? and choke on im guessing? no extra gas with throttle?

Sorry im a noob

it started!!!!!!!

Edit: doesnt represent how happy i am!!!!!!! :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

The two hoses from the carb vent nipples exit to open air.

The original air box has molded-in clips on top of the air box to retain the hoses.








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