Recent content by zonianbrat

Sadly, I actually havent even bought one. When I bought the bike it ran good for a couple of years and I really didnt think I would even put too much time, money or effort into it if it started having problems. It grew on me though and now I need to buy the manual.

Leo, I'm not throwing parts at it. After the multimeter test and reading through other threads it seams like the voltage regulator is a culprit quite often. So far the wires.all look good. I do need to get into the stator but I've been busy. The vr cost me a whole 10 bucks so I'm happy I got it...

Hello again, I ended up buying another regulator hoping that it will correct the charging problem. I tested with the multimeter and wasnt getting any charge so I figured I would start with the regulator. Still working lots of hours so I havent had a chance to actually install it. My new question...

Yeah it is very vague. Apologies, I honestly do hate electrical gremlins and electrical problems! Figures I work at a power plant where we make electricity!! I am more mad at myself for not figuring this out before. We are at the beginning of spring and I thought I had it running and ready until...

I too am discovering there is a charging system problem. Anybody discover an easy fix? I hate electrical problems. Not very good at troubleshooting them.

I know it might polish up well. I haven't ruled that out yet but I think it woild look sweet in black! I have had really good luck in the past using high temp bbq paint so unless anyone says its a bad idea I think I'll use that.

Hey all I am wanting to paint the primary/engine and clutch covers black on my 82 xs400. The silver/chrome has some sort of coating on it that is chipping and it looks like crap. I am basically going to rough it up and clean the crap out of it then paint it! Any suggextions or ideas from people...

Hi all, Quick question. Manuals say use 20w50 motor oil. I live in colorado and not sure if this is in fact the oil I should use on my 82 xs400 hs. Im needing to change the oil and filter before I do anymore riding since I dont know when it was last changed. Although it looks and smells fine...

First of all thanks for the replies! Yesterday I rode it and gave it hell. I've heard it called the italian tuneup? Anyway I only noticed the idle problem once when I stopped at a stop sign. I put it in first and began to let out the clutch then pulled it back in and the idle came down. I have...

Hello all, I am new to this forum but already learning so much! I bought a 1982 Yamaha xs400 Heritage Special. It is really clean and for the most part runs really well. My one problem I found is a bit odd. I rode the bike and got her all nice and warm. During this time when I would stop it...