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    Replacement Shocks

    I got impatient and ordered a pair of Dimecitycycles shocks. I'll see how they work out. I'm sure they'll be better than some 40yr old blown stockers
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    Replacement Shocks

    So my rear shocks are blown. Which would be the better choice? New old stock xs400 shocks or Honda Rebel 250 shocks? I like the idea of the rebel shocks as it would lower it a little, and being on the shorter side i struggle a little now with footing. How would the rebel shocks do with a...
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    Best wheel weights?

    I used dynabeads in mine, they're doing what they're supposed to
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    My 2 steps forward 1 step back bike build

    I guess I'll deal with it and try to get accustomed, thanks guys
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    Not sure how to mount the seat

    I thought about using the 3m dual lock velcro but was worried about how well it would stay glued down through the seasons.
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    Not sure how to mount the seat

    When i made mine i embedded some super strong magnets in the seat going along the crossbrace. No problems so far
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    My 2 steps forward 1 step back bike build

    Got a question about the clutch...I just can't find that sweet spot in the friction zone I've been riding my bike every chance I get and I can't seem to get comfortable with the clutch. I've adjusted it per manual instructions, there's a little free play in the handle before it pulls, it...
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    My 2 steps forward 1 step back bike build

    If you look close at that pic you can see a crescent on the edge where it was tightened down originally, I just set it there to see how it went. When i started it, it sounded different...Just went for a nice long ride and it's running great! Pulls smooth in all gears and there's power anytime I...
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    My 2 steps forward 1 step back bike build

    Since you mentioned something of it, and trying to bring it all to stock settings seems like a huge undertaking right now, I decided to look into the timing side of things. Should there be screws holding this down? It's kind of flopping around..i don't feel like it's supposed to do that...
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    My 2 steps forward 1 step back bike build

    Been awhile since I've updated. Since its getting nice out i'm trying to get things dialed in. I've replaced the throttle shaft seals and checked for air leaks, all sealed up finally! It's still jerky under load and I can't figure it out. I've got 147.5 mains 47.5 pilots and 1 shim on the...
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    My 2 steps forward 1 step back bike build

    Ok, got it, I thought the clip held the plastic thing on thats why i was confused..makes way more sense after realizing it slide off the other way. Start with 1 shim at a time I suppose?
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    My 2 steps forward 1 step back bike build

    So the c-clip will still go on the needle even if not on the notch? They're new plugs too. I know it's not great but I didn't let it idle much and like I said it's not legal yet so didn't want to go far...I'll try tonight to see if I can figure out the shims
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    My 2 steps forward 1 step back bike build

    So the shim would just slide on up to the clip, or it would be between the clip and plastic ring? Sorry I'm a visual learner lol. It was only about 5 minute ride on side streets to see how it pulled, still waiting on plate
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    My 2 steps forward 1 step back bike build

    I threw in 47.5 pilots, replaced the passage plugs and resynced the carbs. Starts and idles great, revs right through no stumbling or hanging. Just took it for a ride...starts out good but midrange is a little jerky until full throttle with the rpms up then it smooths out. Im guessing needle...
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    My 2 steps forward 1 step back bike build

    The diaphragms are good, floats are at 26mm. I was asking about the valves because I adjusted them same time I swapped the jets to stock and it didn't hang before.
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