1. Having trouble logging in? Try closing your browser and re-opening it. If that doesn't work, try a different browser or device. The site will be updated soon to resolve these browser issues.
    Dismiss Notice
  2. Enjoying XS400.com? Consider making a donation to help support the site.
    Dismiss Notice
  3. Want an XS400.com t-shirt? Go to the store to order. Limited sizes and quantities available.
    Dismiss Notice
Login Problems? Donations XS400.com T-shirts

Recent Content by bentwrench

  1. bentwrench
    Post

    Got a little carried away - time to customize

    Wait! I'm still here! Yes, the new BABY (not babe - my wife wouldn't let me have a new babe...) is keeping me busy. I picked up a 78 XS650 as a...
    Post by: bentwrench, Sep 18, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  2. bentwrench
    Post

    Southern Ontario Get Together

    Man, Lou even personally called me about this, and I'm finally online now to read about it! Next time. I'm back to being a stay at home dad, so...
    Post by: bentwrench, Sep 18, 2013 in forum: The Lounge
  3. bentwrench
    Post

    1982 xs400 project

    http://www.amckayltd.com/carbguide.pdf This is my bible for these carbs. It's written for the xs650, but we have BS34s, just like the later 650s...
    Post by: bentwrench, May 15, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  4. bentwrench
    Post

    82 maxim xs400j bobber.....

    Try calling these guys: http://www.apexbrakes.com They're in Toronto, and custom make brake lines. Quite reasonable prices - the price list for...
    Post by: bentwrench, May 15, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  5. bentwrench
    Post

    Fork question - 1982 maxim

    Or go fork swap! USD forks! Search on here for "Aprilia forks" and wonder at how awesome USD forks can look. There is a ton of info on the web...
    Post by: bentwrench, May 6, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  6. bentwrench
    Post

    Is there a need to adjust the cam chain tension?

    Is it really? When I changed my head gasket, I had to tension the cam chain with the bolt on the back of the engine (just under the carbs, dead...
    Post by: bentwrench, May 6, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  7. bentwrench
    Post

    New to me maxim 400

    Pictures? One thing I found is that you have to line up the timing marks with a straight edge towards the crank, not perpendicular to the ground.
    Post by: bentwrench, May 3, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  8. bentwrench
    Post

    Behold FRANKENBIKE!

    Yup - that's the MAC 2 into 1. Complete with the requisite blueing that immediately happens next to the heads.
    Post by: bentwrench, Apr 28, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  9. bentwrench
    Post

    Frustration and at my wits end

    Start with a bench synch. If you look in your carbs on the engine side, you'll see three tiny holes in the top. If you've been playing with the...
    Post by: bentwrench, Apr 27, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  10. bentwrench
    Post

    New bike?

    Picking up the XS650 tomorrow... pics to come...
    Post by: bentwrench, Apr 27, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  11. bentwrench
    Post

    1982 seca xs400 build (New thread)

    cafenewb - your bike looks... awesome.
    Post by: bentwrench, Apr 22, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  12. bentwrench
    Post

    Dipstick location on a 1983 Yamaha maxim 400

    As for filters, any of the bike shops will carry a suitable filter. Just call ahead.
    Post by: bentwrench, Apr 22, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  13. bentwrench
    Post

    What could go wrong on a 1983 yamaha Maxim for a first time use?

    Okay, to be fair, Dave is very good at working on bikes, and I have complete respect for him. But that response was a little alarmist. The...
    Post by: bentwrench, Apr 21, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  14. bentwrench
    Post

    So is the DOHC bike actually rare?

    I've never seen a good review for an older Japanese bike on that site. Ever.
    Post by: bentwrench, Apr 18, 2013 in forum: The Garage
  15. bentwrench
    Post

    DOHC ignition electrics, strange loose wire?

    That's interesting - my black with white connects to a black with white, that then disappears into the harness. Could be a regional difference?...
    Post by: bentwrench, Apr 18, 2013 in forum: The Garage