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  1. Oleschool

    1979 Front Caliper Part Crossover

    I broke the bleeder screw on my caliper and can't get it out. I've begun to search on Ebay and was wondering what other Yamaha used this same caliper. Will one from an XS650 work? Or better yet does anyone have one for sale?
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    Hard to Start and will not Rev

    My bike was running great a few days ago and then started to sputter and lose power.It eventually stalled and would not start.I had to do the walk of shame and push it home... When I got home I pulled the plugs and cranked it over and there was spark.There was fuel in the bowls but when I put...
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    Its Done....My 400 Scrambler

    I picked away at this all winter and am finally ready to say it`s done. Its a 1980 and was painted Hugger Orange.I used a 120/90-16 TW40 rear and a 3.50-18 knobby on the front.I installed LED turn signals and rear light from EBay.It rides good and sounds great.It turns quite a few heads as...
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    Will a 120/90-18 fit?

    I'm looking for a dual purpose tire and was wondering if this will fit using my stock front fender. Heidenau K60 Scout Dual Sport Front Tire 120/90-18
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    New Look of Forum

    I just wanted to say that I like the new look of the forum.
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    Largest Rear Sprocket XS400

    I'm building a scrambler from my stock 79 XS400 and would like to increase the rear sprocket size.Whats out there and who has experience with larger than stock rear sprockets?I am not concerned about top speed and would like to make the bike a little more fun down low. I'm looking for...
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    Turn Signals Don't Flash

    I've just installed some LED turn signals on my bike and now they don't flash.I take it these new lights aren't drawing enough power to flash.Can someone recommend a led flasher they've used?I found this one but wanted to ask what others have used before I bought...
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    How Do I Check the Diode?

    I've been tracing wires in my harness and found what appears to be a diode buried under the factory tape.Its protected by a clear plastic tube. How can I confirm it is working properly.I do have a multi meter.
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    Headlight Wiring Help

    So I now have my bike running but have no power to the headlight when the bike is not running. I am also losing power to the gauge lights and don't know why.There is a harness to my headlight with a Grn/Yellow/Blk and a Dark Blue with Brn strip wires.I have the first three figured but what is...
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    Wiring Diagram Needed - 1979 XS400

    It turns out that the bike I'm fixing up has a harness which was cut in several places and then reassembled with different colored wires.I'm ok with wiring but need a better idea how the keyed ignition switch ties in with the off/on/off switch on the left side of the handlebars.It currently has...
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    Looking for Aftermarket Seat

    I'm building a scrambler and want to use one of the thin flat seats I've seen on many bikes. Where can I buy one?
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    Will a 130/90/16 Fit my 79 XS 400?

    I've been reading through the forums and have read about some clearance issues with this size tire on a stock bike. Will it fit? I am ordering tires and want to go a little wider if I can. Thanks
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    Dirt Bike Exhaust in XS400

    Has anyone used mufflers off of a four stroke dirt bike on their XS project? I am looking at trying to use a pair of stock mufflers from a Honda CRF250X on my scrambler project.How much of an effect will there be on jetting?
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    1979 XS400 18" Rear Wheel Options

    I just bought this 79 and it has the 16" rear that I'd like to swap for an 18" wheel.It has the aluminum wheels and I'd like to match the rear to the front.I'm looking to do a scrambler conversion to it and feel the 18" will offer more tire options. What bike will I be able to get a rear...
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