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    1980 XS400 Speedo Cable Vs 1980 XS400 Special Speedo Cable

    I am in the process of switching my original spoked drum wheels to the mag wheels with the disc in the front. I have a the new forks and front brake assembly. Only thing I haven't figured out is if I can use the original speedometer cable of do I have to get one from the XS Special?
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    First Oil Change

    Just bought a 1980 XS400 and you guys have been a great help so far and I appreciate it! Keep an eye out for build pics! Do you guys have a oil of choice? So, far I have been seeing everyone use different things... Rotella T 15W-40...15W-40... conventional or synthetic?
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    XS650 caliper and rotor on XS400

    Will a xs650 caliper bolt up to a xs400 special? I have read some and hear guys of using them for their builds but I wasn't entirely clear on if that is an exact bolt on or if they had to use xs650 forks also?
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    Wanted - 1980 XS400 Special Brake Caliper

    Looking for a complete front brake caliper that will work for a 1980 xs400 special!
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    Convert Front Wheel from drum to disc

    I have found all the parts I need for converting my 1980 xs400 front wheel with drum to 1980 xs400 special wheel with disc. I have found the forks, wheel, and master cylinder. Only thing I can't find is a caliper... Anyone know where I can find one? Am I missing anything else important?
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    1980 XS400 Wheels to 1980 XS400 Special Wheels

    Do the 1980 XS400 Special Wheels need tubes like the regular XS400? Also, what size are the tires for both?
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    Battery Size?

    Does anyone know the size of battery for 1980 XS400? Group number or anything will help! Thanks!
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    Convert 1980 Yamaha XS400 Wheels to XS400 Special Wheels

    Hello everyone! I have recently purchased a 1980 XS400 and it is great condition. One of the modifications I want to perform is putting XS400 Special wheels on it. That way I can have front disc brake. What will I need to do besides switch out the wheels? Can anyone point me to some good...
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