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Does anyone know an Auto Electrician who can rewire a XS400 stator in Brisbane? Or Queensland ?? I have tried google and I rang 6 auto electricians. All the auto electricians said they could do it but they all said they shipped it someone else. There is a guy in Acacia Ridge but I have tried his...

I bought a replacement solenoid off ebay and it came with no instructions or markings as to what goes to starter etc. The two larger posts with nuts have no markings?? which is the M or P? Is there a preference ?? I read online it does not matter?? Surely not?? The wires on the new solenoid do...

After 2 months of slowly dying.... my bike wont start. For months the battery would not recharge. I checked rectifier, tested ok. Replaced fuses. Cleaned carbies. Yesterday took out starter and starter motor brushes checked and cleaned. Starter was filthy but cleaned up well. I tested for spark...

I have finally bit the bullet and removed the starter and the carbs. The new battery always died, and the bike was getting steadily harder to start. The rectifier tested ok so I thought what a good way to kill a few hours before work and check out the starter. The starter was filthy inside and...

What have you bought on the internet for your XS400 that has not worked?? Ebay duds?? I just bought a replacement fusebox for my 1978 xs400. Shopped around for a while unit looked good, they also had good feedback.... The unit was from China though?? While I waited I had already put together...

Hi xs400ers, quick question; is it better to replace my rectifier with an old new stock stock or a new replacement?? and why?? thanks http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-Yamaha-RD400-XS500-Rectifier-1A0-81970-60-/150514834642?hash=item230b621cd2:m:mOZQ8hAkTf8dhzibs0UUtsQ or...

Hi all XS400ers, My headlight is not working. The secondary light is though. I changed bulbs no difference. I tested the fuses all working. The fuse box shows a lack of electricity running thru the headlight section of the fuse box. All other sections receive some charge. I have included...

Hi all.... I have a small oil leak that is consistent but not too major... a teaspoon over a couple of days. Oil seems to be leaking on the left hand topside of head as pictured? Could it be that the head gasket is no good?? have no opened it up yet. I dont have a replacement gasket so I dont...

Any advice for updating headlight, 1978 XS400, tried new globe already....happy to go LED or anything thats gives some serious light. What have you fellow XS400ers done to improve the outdated lighting on these older machines??

Brand new battery dies if I don't ride every day?? I can usually get it going after physically kickstarting it. Running the bike will charge the battery for a while it works for a couple of days. Then if I leave it for a while and the battery will have no charge. What should I replace first...

Here is my spare XS400 tank that I am painting at the moment. Tamiya hobby paint and brushes. Will hit it with 2 pak clear coat when finished. Not quite finished... Kitsch??? or simply a different approach?? What you think??

I have a faulty brake light switch front attached to the front brake lever. My back brake light does not come on when using the lever. It works when I apply the foot pedal. (The foot peddle switch I replaced a while back). I have bought a Yambits replacement and one from Mikes xs. Neither...

Hi All, I have a leaking petcock. I wanted a new replacement and also to try to repair the old. I just bought a replacement petcock from an Australian xs650 specialist. I assumed the petcock where the same within the year models, so hopefully a XS650 petcock from 1977 would swap for my XS400...

Hi xs400ers, What are biggest tyres that will fit onto 1978 XS400? Without any mods. and how to get faster?? Currently flat out getting it up over 45mph. Tuned and running smooth but lacks power? What suggestions do you guys have? Without a rebore. I have cleaned the carbs. Cleaned fuel...

Hi all, I changed the oil filter recently and noticed there was no pin which is usually found inside the hollow bolt which runs thru the centre of the oil filter and attaches the case to the engine...on my XS400 1978. Is this pin essential? Where can I can a replacement?? How can I make a...

Hi xs400ers, any ideas on compatible petcocks such as 1978 xs360 that will fit my 1978 xs400 fuel tank. Ebay prices for preloved units are a little too much....anyone had any success with substitutions?? thanks BB

Hi xs400ers, Bike got wet in heavy rain on way home now electric ignition wont start? Kick start works. Lights work. Wires seem intact. Fuses all good. So far I have checked the fuses, wiring, sprayed WD40 on contact point on inside of the ignition switch. I have been told...

Hi Xs400ers, I just put on straight drag handle bars. Changed from the standard setup and now electric start not working. I have changed bars before on same bike and no problem. This time no electronic ignition. Kick start works. No visible breaks in electric wiring. Fuses all good. Still...

Hi I am based in Brisbane and I am chasing 1978xs400 Front Pipes and seat. My contact email if you have spares you want to sell is nice_vinyl@hotmail.com thanks

Quick question - I tried to put straight bars on my 1978 Xs400 yesterday and the master cylinder would not fit. The brake fluid cable takes up too much space. The existing fluid holder is to large and bulky. Is there an easy solution?? Change the fluid pipes ??? What master cylinder is small...