Finally, finally, finally got the K75 out of winter mothballs and on the road. It's mid-May and half the riding season is gone, DAMN. This year has been really late, mainly because of family commitments, Honey-do list items, and work. It was frustrating not being able to find the free time compounded by me worrying and procrastinating about repairing a broken frame bolt. The frame bolt on the front right side sheared off and the remainder is lodged in the engine block. I have the extractor set but not the drills. I'll have to pick up some left-handed drill bits this week and tear into it.
I replaced both crankcase and valve covers with real chromed versions, swapping for the chrome-painted ones I had before, as well as replacing the gas tank cover with a polished one. The chrome painted parts survived the years differently. Based on my experience, chrome-painting is good for ornamental purposes only. No severe use cases like engine case covers. Surprisingly, the wheel rims have held up wonderfully. Can't explain that one.