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Hey guys, Just wanted to know if any of you had ordered any spoke from MikesXS? I have a 16" rear drum on my 81' heritage special and need new spokes. This set says its for a 16" drum for a XS650 but I would like to know if it fits the 400 rim? Are the diameters the same on most spokes...

Anyone want to join up I have the route for the twin cities. http://www.pipeburn.com/home/2012/9/11/distinguished-gentlemans-ride.html

Hey guys, I did my "do diligence" and searched the site for guys using sea foam but really never got any good info. Anyone use it in their oil case? When you put it in the gas did you just add it to a full tank or pour it directly into the vacuum fuel line like the can says? My bike is...

Hey guys, My head lamp burned out. Trying to find a new one. Any sugestions? Will this one work? http://www.bikebandit.com/wagner-lighting-oem-replacement-sealed-beam-headlights?m=147126 Thanks Guys David

Hey Guys, Just a quick one here. Any sugestions on types of exhaust wrap, websites etc... The net is full of options. Also I have a 81' SH. Think I can get away with a 2" x 25' roll or should I get the 50' for each pipe? Ive found a calculator but wanted to double check. Thanks...

Hey guys, I’ve started my knee dent tank and want to fill you guys in on my progress. I started with an 81 special tank. I bought a ball pin hammer, plastic tear drop hammer, paint stripper, bondo, sand paper, wire brushes, and some Surly brews. I have no body work experience so here...

Hey guys, Work with me on this one. I was riding with my buddies the other day and thought about how cool it would be to talk with them while on the bike. Now I have a Bell 500 and don’t want a huge mic sticking out of my helmet, so I look like my 88 year old grandpa on his gold wing. Not...

Hey guys, When I’m at a stop light and in 1st with the clutch in the bike rev's up until I let the clutch out and lurch forward into gear, then it idles fine. I’m going to tear into my carbs this weekend because I got new boots to attach to the motor. I’m going to clean them while I’m in...

Hey guys, I got sick of my indicator mount and decided to find a new one seeing I got rid of my tac and speedo. Just wanted to give you guys a heads up that the CB550 bar mount/indicator panel works great. If you’re going to a stripped down cafe look this is nice (minus the Honda label). I...

Hey guys, I recently noticed that I was running a bit lean and want to remedy it. I have stock intake so I started adjusting the mixture screws. I was able to adjust them to their full range in and out with no change in how the engine was running. I did a small test to see if it was...

Hey guys, Ive been a round this place for a while now and I'm hooked, every time I have a question it gets answered properly. So thanks for all the good advice. On to my question. I’m putting on pods and a jet kit and just want a starting point to go with. Ive been shopping around and...

I was in a local shop this week and was talking wrench. I'm still learning so cut me some slack please. We were talking about "bluing of pipes" and my new found friend said if you have blueing you are running to lean and need to rich it up. I have yet to find my richness adjustment but...

Hey guys, I have another question for you guys and gals. I have an 81 special and my head light sucks. I want to swap it out with a halogen. Anyone have any experience with this? I don’t think the light is sealed it’s just a bulb that I could replace, but I would assume that I would...

Hey guys, I got my chain today, still waiting on the manual I bought. I went with DID, after som research they seemed to be the best for the money. I really want to get the chain on so I can get out a few more times. Any hints or tips on changing out the chain seeing I don’t have a manual...

Anyone have any idea what size chain a 81' XS400 special II takes? Any recommendations on type, manufacturers or "O ring" or not. Thanks David

Hey guys and girls, I have an 81' XS 400 special II. I bought it about a month ago and have been wrenching away to get it running. It runs fine except at high speeds. When I get to 6th gear at about 55mph my rpm's are at 7 and the bike lacks power to go any faster. It is not sputtering or...