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Also; Had the brake pedal modified larger. Original too small

For Sale; 81 XS400 base model 8182 miles This bike was originally a "custom" model with pullback handlebars and too short King and Queen seats. It has been modified as follows; GS style bars reconfigured, flattened seat (back is still comfortable) Round mirrors and taillight to replace clunky...

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Hello all. Took apart carbs, got busy for a week or so, cleaned and reassembled. Had this left over....cant figure from where

Hey All Just about done with the 81 Special II makeover. New paint New HBars Reworked seat New Taillight New Mirrors Moved Footpegs out a little Made Footbrake a little bigger. Serviced forks I wanted a vintage looking bike for around town or country roads. I like it

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Mikuni-BS34-Carbs-Taken-From-Not-Running-78-XS500-Needs-To-Be-Rebuild/292584143264?hash=item441f5fb9a0:g:VxQAAOSwyGBa4kZU...

http://www.xs400.com/threads/headlight.16973/#post-172087 Check out this thread from a couple months ago.

FYI, The upper motormount rubber looked dry in my 81, I found a place called Sumo Rubber in Glasgow UK. Had to buy about $90 US in order to get free shipping. But the stuff arrived in about 10 days and looks OK. They reference old Yamaha part #s in their website, so it is easy to see if they...

Somebody just bought the last one a minute ago.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/161874254792 Whats wrong with this size 162mm

Removed the stock handlebars and two loose anti-vibration inserts came out the ends. I doubt they were stock, but not sure. New Hbars have closed ends. Is it worth my time to cut off the ends and reinsert? The new bars are plenty long enough. Does anyone have experience with and without...

Continuing indoor, winter stuff; Painted the tank and side covers; Small can bondo Fillable primer Various grit sandpaper 1 can silver met duplicolor 1 can Spraymax 2k clear inexpensive respirator Less than $100 May wet sand later, as there is some orange peel..........but, not too bad.

Hello, Update on the build. Did not like the King and Queen seats on the 81 Spec II. Bought a nice platform and two vinyl covers of different styles on ebay. Bought some high density foam and carpet tape. Had a heavy duty stapler. Spent about six hours configuring and reconfiguring. About $200...

No, I only drove it home. I always planned this to be a winter project. Had a busy summer with other things. Will build a stand for it, set up a couple heat lamps, and my garage will be comfortable in Dec - March. Hopefully will enjoy it next spring

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One last thought; I drove a 93 Mercedes around for the last 9 years, just sold it a few months ago. If something failed , I bought 2 replacement used on ebay, or a new ones if I could find it at reasonable price. I kept the spare in my garage so I had one on short notice if needed. I used most...

Sure, I realize, I rode the bike home about 40 miles, seemed to run OK at lower RPM. Could not notice any speed or RPM difference between 5th and 6th gear. Just think that new tech will upgrade 36 yr old stuff. http://xs400ignition.com/index400E.htm They claim the mechanical advance is not as...

Hello all, Great forum, I have already downloaded most PDFs and am sure I will use them. A little background: Bought a low mileage (6500 mi) bike for $850. I figure I will spend more than that in fixing it up. I don't like the word "restore" because that is a narrow definition. Repaint tank...

Just bought a 81 XS400 H that only has 6500 Miles, ($800). I got it from an older guy "like me", that only had it since May. He bought it from a charity donation place, so I'm thinking some guy had it in his garage for many years and donated it. I had this exact same bike about 20 years ago. The...