skylerrsmith
XS400 Member
I couldn't say no to the challenge when a craigslist add popped up (XS400 $250.) The project started with the gas tank. I've cleaned and sealed the gas tank then cleaned the carbs. I bought a brand spanking new battery. I also changed out the wiring with a salvage set off eBay. (Someone went wild with the scissors on the original one.)
On further examination of my new wiring harness, I noticed that I was missing a relay. I ordered another relay for the bike a few days ago. Does anyone know if this missing relay is a reason why I'm not getting any response when I hit the start button? I'm too anxious to wait for the relay to come in too figure it out for myself. I also wanted to make an introduction here on this beautiful forum.
Oh one more thing, I just put in some fresh oil and tried to kick start it. I only got one good kick out of it and then it wouldn't catch again. Is this normal or do I need to drain the oil and go into the case. If anyone can lend me a helping hand that would be awesome. Let me know !
In the meantime here's where it started and here is where I am at with it.
Oh one more thing, I just put in some fresh oil and tried to kick start it. I only got one good kick out of it and then it wouldn't catch again. Is this normal or do I need to drain the oil and go into the case. If anyone can lend me a helping hand that would be awesome. Let me know !
In the meantime here's where it started and here is where I am at with it.