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73-74' Yamaha SC 500
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Posted by: nitropimp
I am looking for any advice on finding engine parts for this model. I need pistons/rings, OEM and over. Also need gaskets, and crank seals.
Thanks
Patrick
Posted by: TooTall
You may consider saving your money after reading this from Rick Sieman's "Ten Worst Dirtbikes of All Time" list:
7._YAMAHA SC-500 SCRAMBLER. Another four-speed brute, this 1973-'74 two-stroke single ran hot, detonated fiercely, stalled constantly and seized regularly. After testing the bike, I noted: "It's gray and black; so is a turkey." Brutally fast, the SC-500 was cursed with state-of-the-dark forks and a pair of chromed shocks that would have faded on a busy barroom door. It shook its steering head like a dog coming out of a swimming pool and the rear end hopped around like the frame had a hinge in the middle. All things considered, the only thing this bike did right was not leak around the gas cap.
TT
Posted by: nitropimp
Excellent analogies.
#7 on the list ain't so bad.
It belongs to an auto/diesel/motorcycle machine shop owner. I'll pass on the info to him.
Posted by: Offroadr
I have a SC500 as well, actually about 1 and a half 
eBay is your best bet for pistons and rings, If he wants a good complete motor see me
Posted by: nitropimp
I will let him know. Give me a couple weeks, I'll contact you when I get back from Bike Week.
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