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    handlebar bushing replacement

    thanks Chris!!!.. i went to home depot and bought a few...simple fix!!!!:thumbsup::thumbsup:
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    handlebar bushing replacement

    chris, about how many and washers and what size?? sorry about the newbie questions... thanks man! cris
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    handlebar bushing replacement

    eric, its the 4 bolts are tight on the top. thing is i can move the handlebars a bit up/down. im guessing that the bushing are still original And not replaced. it still has the pin... time for a replacement???
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    handlebar bushing replacement

    Hi Guys, I'm a newbie ..working on my newly bought 81 xs400 specialII..i notice that the handlebar bushing is mushy??..and i was researching if there is a thread on it already? i need help on what bushing to replace and if there is a tool to get it done, DIY??? thanks a bunch!!! Cris
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    XS400.com T-shirt Presale! (Presale ends Monday July 22nd, 2013 at 11pm CST)

    Travis, can you let me know when they are available??:thumbsup: thanks!! C
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    XS400.com T-shirt Presale! (Presale ends Monday July 22nd, 2013 at 11pm CST)

    :thumbsup:ordered one in white and gray!!:thumbsup:
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    81 XS400 STUCK GAS CAP, i used the 3 keys previous owners gave none seem to work

    Thanks Leo!!, looks like a great idea!!
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    81 XS400 STUCK GAS CAP, i used the 3 keys previous owners gave none seem to work

    scorpio., i know how that feels.. i was only stuck with a minor problem.. and it was frustrating, what more if its worst?.. i just step away for a minute and relax.. we all love bikes!! and keep at it... good luck!! C
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    81 XS400 STUCK GAS CAP, i used the 3 keys previous owners gave none seem to work

    :thumbsup:thanks Scorpio!!:thumbsup:
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    81 XS400 STUCK GAS CAP, i used the 3 keys previous owners gave none seem to work

    thanks DMW!!!..i actually ordered thru Mikes a while ago!! :thumbsup::thumbsup:
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    81 XS400 STUCK GAS CAP, i used the 3 keys previous owners gave none seem to work

    finally, i was able to open it by punching that rivet hinge out. I disassembled t he lock mechanism and found that the circular notch as you turn the key is worn out. What i did was, i turn it the way it is (normally) then i would use a SHORT Screw driver to push the 'tounge' then it will...
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    81 XS400 STUCK GAS CAP, i used the 3 keys previous owners gave none seem to work

    finally, i was able to open it by punching that rivet hinge out. I disassembled t he lock mechanism and found that the circular notch as you turn the key is worn out. What i did was, i turn it the way it is (normally) then i would use a SHORT Screw driver to push the 'tounge' then it will...
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    81 XS400 STUCK GAS CAP, i used the 3 keys previous owners gave none seem to work

    this is really frustrating!! should i call in locksmith for this?? finally got a hold of PO. He said he played with it for 5 min until he was able to open it...he was doing it 5 min while i wAs already playing with it for 2 effin days!!!!!:banghead::banghead:
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    81 XS400 STUCK GAS CAP, i used the 3 keys previous owners gave none seem to work

    thanks Scorpio!!
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    81 XS400 STUCK GAS CAP, i used the 3 keys previous owners gave none seem to work

    i really love the bike.. it had 9k on the clock..rebuilt carbs... good engine..
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