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    Rode it for the first time today!

    Well i picked this thing up a couple months ago in the ghetto of San Antonio non running for $100....Today i have another $75 invested and a lot of time. Not quite finished but pretty happy to say i rode it today! I was going for a bratstyle but as i got deeper into it, it took on a shape of its...
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    Petcock Rebuild options?

    Was looking around on mikes xs i was wondering if any of his rebuild kits work for our petcocks or if anyone else knows where to get a kit?
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    For Sale - FSFT: Starter, Turn Signals, Helmet, misc...

    For sale is... Starter w/ chain, (4) Turn Signals, Rear Brake Light, Plastic side cover (off 81 Special) a bunch of misc. stuff small parts. I also have a Harley Half helmet i paid $120 for and wore it about 3 times i will sell it for $40 it is a MEDIUM let me know if you need anything or...
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    Wanted - Working petcock and Front brake lever/cable

    Hey guys, just need a couple more parts to get this thing on the road. Im looking for a working non-leaking petcock and a front brake lever, cable pretty much everything to where it connects to the hub. if you have any of these parts let me know!
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    Engine ran then froze.

    Alright sorry to litter the forum here. Just trying to work all the problems out. I cleaned carbs today and had the engine running for about a minute then the engine shut off and froze. I changed the oil a couple days ago so i know it had oil in it. What else should i check? im kick only and its...
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    Where can i locate Parts for Carbs?

    Hey guys, I finally was able to hear my engine start for about 2 seconds today via carb cleaner! But carbs need a little work. I noticed one float had holes in it and also was missing a gasket for the float covers..any idea where i could find a float and gasket for this? Stock carbs 81 xs400...
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    What should have power before start up?

    Trying to wire this bike. Im in the process of doing this all from scratch so mistake number one possibly. Anyways I have power to brown wires, blue wires and red wire. however i dont have power to the coils or the magneto...should those have power before startup? the ignition box doesnt seem to...
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    For Sale - Starter, seat, tank, shocks, other misc.

    Making my xs a brat here are the parts i have for sale..Make an offer on anything you're interested in and most likely its yours. I have: -Starter -Lights (Turn signals, brake light) -Seat (good condition one small tear) -Shocks(stock good condition minor surface rust) -Tank(Needs paint...
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    Intro and lowering question!

    Hey everyone, recently found this forum and looks great. I have just bought a 1981 xs400 and plan to do a bratstyle build with it. Picked the bike up for $100 and have tore it completely down. About to cut rear end off, paint, clean it and put back together.. My question is how do i lower the...
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