Recent content by ebuzz67

I just bought 4ohm black coils for mikesXS, supposed to work on 650 and xs400 models - haven't had a chance to start bike yet cause rebuilding carbs first. Have to admit, the exposed metal leads coming off the coils have me wondering if I wasted 75.00........ here is a pair of used ones with...

Thanks xsChris, Yeah, we did, ohmage match so hoping they work - just look/feel kinda chincy.....that'ts what i get for paying 28.00 a piece for equipment:)

I just bought and mounted the black coils rated for XS650 but ad stated they can used with 1977 XS400 as well: https://www.mikesxs.net/product/17-6805.html I've read a lot of bad things regarding these and haven't had a chance to fire bike up yet due to my buddy rebuilding my carbs...... I...

I cannot take credit for the fabrication, previous owner did all the modifications, etc. I have added a few extras, for one, AN ELECTRIC STARTER!! The pegs were mounted farther back and when kick-starting you (painfully) wracked the peg with your ankle. I also installed a new NOS voltage...

weird thing, today i checked voltage at idle and was showing between 12.9 - 13 volts but when I rev over 3-4K it fluctuates between 12.94 - 12.99 I spoke with my mechanic and he will investigate this weekend - my question: If it is showing between 12.9-13 is it charging the battery at all...

I'm not really a mechanic, but, just got 1977 xs400 cafe back from shop about month ago, had a starter (solenoid, clutch, etc.) installed along with a lithium 4 cell battery rated for 400cc. I noticed about every 4 days the light cluster is dim and it won't crank (solenoid clicks) so i put a...

Does anyone know if one can be fabricated? I found a starter clutch from statewide cycle salvage (as well as starter, chain/gear/guide and solenoid) but the cover is missing and they can't find one, after extensive searching I can't find one either Thanks! ebuzz

You know, I was thinking the same thing, especially since all the starters I've found (used or refurb) never supply the cables. Thanks drewpy! ebuzz

I have found an 81' xs400 starter cable, just not sure if it will work for a 1977 thanks eric

I just bought a real nice cafe xs400, I want to have an electric starter installed (previous owner reconfigured the rear sets but get in the way when kick starting and my ankle is purple from hitting the set assembly) Seattle Cycle Center gave me list of everything I need (starter, starter...