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Dime city cycles is the premier choice for diy custom motorcycle parts, accessories and life style gear. The bike had been restored by another shop, but after only 3 miles, the engine leaked oil so badly the customer brought it to us to be rebuild. It was not long ago, the 1960s, when overheadvalve, pushrod actuated, twovalve, aircooled, single and twin cylinder engines ruled the worldwide motorcycle roost. How much does it cost to rebuild a motorcycle engine. The builder of a motorcycle engine must take responsibility for fit and tolerance.
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