okay. so I am back in town and have a few days to look at the bike. I'll be uploading some pics tomorrow weather permitting. couple things I noticed when just glancing over the bike are no battery or battery housing, no air filter or air filter assembly, the kick start is stuck and doesn't actually allow for a kick. what could be causing this? thanks. if it's not too cold tomorrow, I'm gonna try taking some of the peripheral stuff off the bike. thanks for any help you can offer!