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    Anyone have experience with this style clip on?

    I like the infinate adjustability but am worried it may be a FAIL point. Any thoughts? Thx http://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-33mm-Clip-Ons-Handle-Bars-1-pair-Color-Matt-Black-/251380748353?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a8775d041&vxp=mtr
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    Wiring in a new key question

    Can't seem to find a simple on/off key with three terminals. Do they exist? I'm wondering if I get a two terminal key can I just splice the two wires circled or will it somehow fry the tail lights?
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    Love this bike! Anyone know what it is?

    So I know this isn't really the place but I can't find anything on this bike. I know it's a mid 80's xt600 but I was gonna see if anyone on here could ID the build/builder. Also looks like a honda tank am I right or wrong? I only ask b/c I just picked up a xt600 that's needs a makeover and...
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    Battery box foam?

    What kind of foam are you guys using for your battery boxes? I've searched but can't find what type I assume some dense closed cell stuff but will cheap ole polystyrene do? I'm just worried about the battery getting warm and melting polystyrene. Thx
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    Wanted - Starter Cover

    Anyone have an extra cover plate for the starter. 81 xs400 sohc, not sure which models have the same cover. Thx
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    Loose wire found. I know where it goes just want to know if I did any damage.

    So I found this little bastard today. My question is could it have done permanent damage to the rec or generator and if so how can I tell(since I've had the bike it hast run more than an hour total)? Also now that it will be hooked up can I do more damage to possibly hurt parts or am I good to...
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    Clear fuel line?

    What are you guys using for clear fuel line? Is there something at a hardware store? just not sure of material. The only stuff I can find is on line can't seem to find any at auto parts stores.
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    Carb popping

    Hey guys got a carb/mixture issue on my 81 xs400/H. Was running ok two weeks ago pretty close on the colortune. Now the right side sends a popp out the carb and goes super lean on the color tune. Left seems to be running but slightly weaker and a bit cold. New gas, carbs were super clean two...
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    Replacement Piston Rings STD size

    Anyone know if these are legit? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Yamaha-XS400-Piston-Rings-Set-x2-1977-1978-1979-1980-1981-STD-size-SOHC-/380588117495?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item589cd1cdf7 Need the stock size rings and this is all I can find. Guy says they're the right ring but the...
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    Wanted - Swing arm for an 80 xs400

    Did a quick search looks like they go fast anyone got a straight one I can grab?
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    Moving the Start Switch???

    Been a while but got a question for those electric guru's out there. Did some carb work and the bike is running great but I only have kick start. It takes too long to get it kicked over so I want to get the starter working but the button was missing when I bought the bike. I want to move the...
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    Parts bike turned resto

    Thats not supposed to be in my egine I pikced up a canadian xs400 (best i can tell: 2OL and paper work) for a parts bike but turns out its too nice. This bike is geourgeous but the engine seems to be ****. This is more a classified add but I know few read it. I havn't pulled the engine apart...
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    Rocker cover BROKE...Valve spaceing WAY off need help.

    So was checking the valve spacing today cause I had the bike pretty much bare so I figured why not(regret soooooo much). Broke the inspection cap (screw cast aluminum). The ones from the 650's don't look like they fit so I found a place that lists OEM replacements for the 400's. My question...
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    Cutting the frame, swingarm ideas, electrical

    Already did my intro in another thread but didn't post pics so here's a few. I was wondering where I could cut the frame and be ok. I'm not going to run the fender on the frame but feel like it was adding strength. I don't have a bender and can't weld so if I could cut it and not have to add...
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    Wanted - Swing arm for an 81

    Mines bent was wondering if anyone out there had one lying around. Im in Georgia if that matters. I believe I have a Heritage Special 4R4 in the vin if anyone has one stamped 4R4 I'd be inclined to give a little more just to keep it matching.
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    Stock jet sizes????????

    I have read about every forum on here on this issue so I'm not taking the easy way out. Does anyone know with scertainty what the stock jet sizes are for an 81 XS400 Heritage Special(believe its a heritage special this is in debate too, Its stamped with the 4R4 which I believe means its a HS)...
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    Rear wheel alignment/ bent swing arm?

    Hey guys new to the thread and new to biking, well in a since. I bike a lot but mountain bike. I'm also not new to motors worked on all kinds of different small engines. I just bought an 81 xs400 not sure past that as all the decals and identifiers have been removed and painted over. Maybe...
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