Is your 98 Honda Recon 250 making a mysterious knocking sound or losing power? In today’s video on Athena's Garage, we’re doing a full top-end rebuild! I’ll walk you through the entire process—from replacing the piston and rings to seating the valve seals—and we even run into a strange mechanical noise that requires some real-time troubleshooting.

Whether you're a seasoned mechanic or a DIY beginner, this step-by-step guide will show you how to refresh your ATV engine and what to look out for when things don't go exactly as planned (including a smoky screwdriver moment you won't want to miss!)

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