Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 8 hours ago

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The quest to get my classic Kawasaki KH250 running continues — and this episode had a bit of everything!
What started as a simple plan to clean the spark plugs quickly descended into frustration when I discovered the brand-new spark plug socket I bought was completely the wrong size…classic old bike ownership!
I also swap out the battery for a modern gel battery to protect the gorgeous original paintwork from any nasty acid leaks, and then, almost as a last resort, I decide to give the old girl a kick…
…and what happened next genuinely surprised me!
Will the KH250 finally burst into life after all these years? You’ll have to watch to find out!
As always, thanks so much for the advice, encouragement and technical suggestions in the comments — this series is very much a team effort!
Cheers all,
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