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For Sale; 81 XS400 base model
8182 miles
This bike was originally a "custom" model with pullback handlebars and too short King and Queen seats.
It has been modified as follows;
GS style bars
reconfigured, flattened seat (back is still comfortable)
Round mirrors and taillight to replace clunky...
Hey All
Just about done with the 81 Special II makeover.
New paint
New HBars
Reworked seat
New Taillight
New Mirrors
Moved Footpegs out a little
Made Footbrake a little bigger.
Serviced forks
I wanted a vintage looking bike for around town or country roads.
I like it
FYI,
The upper motormount rubber looked dry in my 81, I found a place called Sumo Rubber in Glasgow UK.
Had to buy about $90 US in order to get free shipping.
But the stuff arrived in about 10 days and looks OK.
They reference old Yamaha part #s in their website, so it is easy to see if they...
Removed the stock handlebars and two loose anti-vibration inserts came out the ends.
I doubt they were stock, but not sure. New Hbars have closed ends. Is it worth my time to cut off the ends and reinsert?
The new bars are plenty long enough. Does anyone have experience with and without...
Continuing indoor, winter stuff;
Painted the tank and side covers;
Small can bondo
Fillable primer
Various grit sandpaper
1 can silver met duplicolor
1 can Spraymax 2k clear
inexpensive respirator
Less than $100
May wet sand later, as there is some orange peel..........but, not too bad.
Hello,
Update on the build. Did not like the King and Queen seats on the 81 Spec II.
Bought a nice platform and two vinyl covers of different styles on ebay.
Bought some high density foam and carpet tape. Had a heavy duty stapler.
Spent about six hours configuring and reconfiguring. About $200...
No, I only drove it home.
I always planned this to be a winter project. Had a busy summer with other things.
Will build a stand for it, set up a couple heat lamps, and my garage will be comfortable in Dec - March.
Hopefully will enjoy it next spring