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    not an easy frame to chop

    I'm kinda stuck with using what I have. I don't want the hassle of searching for another bike to start with. It took me quite a awhile to find the xs400 I have.However , after some looking at my frame and pictures of others, like xs650s , I realize that xs400 frames are more difficult than most...
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    hardtailing without a frame jig

    I had decided that the best way to weld on a hardtail without having a frame jig was to extend the swingarm, leave it in place and build the hardtail around it , then cut out the swing arm. Are there any good pictures that I may have not found, of a hardtail being done that way?Thanks
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    planning ahead for frame mods

    I've been thinking about one of the hardtail kits discussed on here for my bike. The tubing I would need to make my own costs almost what the kit sells for and I would have to find someone to bend it. However, with the tank off of my bike for the first time I'm looking at the top tube , thinking...
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    tire & wheel size

    The more I look, the more I like the looks of the front & rear tire being the same size.I'm wondering how hard it would be to find a wheel rim that I could put on the front of my '80 model 400 to match the rear.I'm heading out to count the holes in the rims now and to see if the front spokes can...
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    what inspired you?

    I had never really paid much attention to bobbers , although I have ridden motorcycles in the past . Most of my experience was on trail bikes and dual-purpose bikes. About a year ago I was driving through town , minding my own business, and saw one of the little Kicker bobbers for sale. I...
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    get busy posting !!!

    Alright, it took me a few evenings , but I've now read everything posted on this site. I'm going to be looking for more to read every day. More, more, more.thanks :D
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    new old guy in western NC

    Hello, I just discovered this site tonight. I've been wanting to build a bobber style chopper for some time now. I finally found what I think will work for me. It is a 82 model 400 Special. The bike runs , has less than 5000 miles on it and came with a clear title! I'm sure I'll be spending some...
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