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  1. RobbyD

    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    Yeah shit happens I guess, stupid Chevrolet and it's stupid tranny...lol Oh and btw, that tire was just balancing in that pic, wasn't mounted
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    Fellas this project got sold to help fund the tranny rebuild on my truck.
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    No updates so far. Between my truck needing a cam and lifters and now a tranny and shit around the house I haven't had the time or extra cash.
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    The 120 rear tire is going to look goooooood!!!! Fingers crossed I have time to stop by the local bike shop to get my old tires dismounted so I can paint my wheels. That whole finding time thing is a b!tch these days lol
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    What did you do with your XS today?

    Took my wheels off so I can try to get them broken down next week
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    Like I said in my previous post, I ordered tires yesterday. To my surprise my front tire already showed up! That's some fast shipping right there!! Yeah yeah, their shinko's. Their cheap, look good and I didn't have any problems with them on my last bike. It's no corner carving, wheely...
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    Lmao, thank you sir. If you liked my cb you will for sure like this xs when it's done.
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    Bcware, thank you for the heads up. After some looming around you Are correct. Looks like I'll have a fun little project painting them this weekend. For those who have never used it, the rustoleum appliance epoxy is actually amazing stuff. Only downfall is it has no uv protection. This...
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    I wasn't aware of this. If this is true then I guess they will get some appliance epoxy spray bomb then... Wanting to powder coat as much as I can on this bike
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    Went ahead and ordered my tires today. I'll grab some new tubes and maybe new wheel bearing and seals too. I went with 100/90-18 in the front and a 120/90-18 in the rear. Started tearing the rear wheel down today. I'll finish that up tomorrow and if I have time I'll get the front tore...
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    Thank you sir. I'll probably be ordering some tires for it in the next couple weeks. Maybe sooner if my quad sells. I need to look into getting a decent small welder too. I have access to one at work but can't bring the bike into work to weld on it..
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    What did you do with your XS today?

    Treated it to a new one off seat
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    Seat came in, turned out awesome Extremely happy with the look this bike is going to have
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    Muffler I'm not really sure yet but I will for sure run some type of 2-1 whether it be something custom made or a Mac. I really liked the idea one of the other members had, use the money I'd spend on a Mac and buy a welder instead. My seat should be here next Monday so for me to be able to...
  15. RobbyD

    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    Guys I can't say enough good things about Ian halcott over at twin line motorcycles/caferacerseatandtank. Extremely great customer service and just plain good old fashioned metal work. Great guy to deal with. This amazing seat will be at my house shortly
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    Top is cast aluminum and bottom is cast steel I believe
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    Was milling on the top triple and it ended up flopping out of the vise... Oops, I think it will be fine after a little more work with an angle grinder. It looks a whole lot better then a stocker now though My seat will be finished up today or tomorrow and in the mail early next week. I'll...
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    Petcock recall

    I have a 78 with the funky diaphragm that can't be found anywhere. I called my local Yamaha dealer and told them there was a recal on my bike then told him what year it was.....all I got was a laugh and their computers don't go back that far.
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    Gramatron's Build

    Great looking build so fAr and that engine turned out great. Perfect combo of black and polished. What size tire did you end up in the rear?
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    RobbyD's 78 xs400 cafe build

    I will do and thank you. I actually had the chance to buy it back but I enjoy building as much as I did riding.
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