As I said before, these things really are very forgiving, and you can PROBABLY fire it right up with some fresh gas.
BUT - it only takes a few minutes to squirt a little oil in each cylinder and over the rockers, and then clean up the points. Hand turn it a bit to be sure everything moves smoothly, and get some oil flowing.
You'll know right away if you've got a lot of corrosion in a cylinder because you won't be able to crank it at all.
If you can crank it, you're fine.
In NY, I'll guarantee you have some good surface rust on at least some of the cylinder walls, but that's really not a problem, especially if you squirt some oil in there first. (talking like a tablespoon or so)
While HAND cranking it, NOT using the starter (and be DAMN SURE it can't start - do it with all the plugs out - or you could die) have a helper sit on it, put it in gear, and step on the clutch while you crank. You'll know right away if the clutch is sticking.
As for changing wires/battery I wouldn't assume you need to do that, I'm just assuming you have a valid reason other than their age. Don't go by what they look like unless they're all frayed and broken.
Original plug wires tend to look horrible, but usually work just fine.
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