Recent content by Mjolnir2k

sounds good, we'll give that a try!

Anyone know of a good source for replacement mirrors for an '83 XS400?

Yeah, I don't even know what that means (though I am guessing it's not "good")..lol. Updates ok, so here's some other details from some additional testing: 1. It's not backfiring through the carb 2. There is some leakdown coming out the exhaust 3. A little air is coming out of the...

We did the oil test and got the "good" side up a few extra psi (140 or so) and the "bad" side came up to about 35 psi. This all sounds very ominous though. Is a "top end tear down" a big deal / expensive undertaking? I was hoping to have an inexpensive motorcycle and so far I have already...

I have a 1983 XS400 that seems to be having an odd compression issue. I just tested the compression and the right side has 125psi, while the left side barely registers (at about 25psi). The thing is, it is running seemingly fine. I am getting combustion from both sides and it will run with...

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I actually haven't heard it running yet. When I went to see it the battery was being charged. She wouldn't fire over, but it didn't sound like anything other than a dead battery. Just wouldn't quite catch. I actually left it with the seller (who seems pretty reputable) so he could get her...

anyone have any opinions on the '83 XS400?

Hi Everyone, I just purchased a 1983 XS400 Maxim (w/ 10,235 Miles on the Odo) and wondering if anyone has any general advice about this bike, engine reliability, maintenance needs, things to watch for, general impressions, or any other comments that might be helpful to a new owner. This is...

Hi All, New owner of what I believe to be a 1983 Yamaha XS400 Maxim. I have a VIN that reads as follows; JYA12R007CA083608 which does not appear to be valid according to Geico and the VIN search sites. I can't figure this out, it is copied directly off of the bike and I know the bike has...