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  1. jrhowe

    How to remove lower triple tree cover?

    Hey guys, I'm in the process of replacing the fork seals on my bike. 81 SOHC/H The issue i'm having is that I can't seem to figure out how to remove the vanity Yamaha cover that covers the lower triple tree. I was able to loosen the bolt and remove the forks. Now when it comes time to torque...
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    vacuum line to the petcock?

    I was woundering if i could get some advice on a good line to use on the vacuum line from the petcock to the intake boot? I currently have a fuel line connecting the two, but it gets pretty hot / soft after a good long ride. What type, size line and where can i get one at? It is clear line now...
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    Where is the regulator

    Where is the charging regulator located on an 81 xs400 H. I can't find it or even what it looks like? Any help would be appreciated. thanks
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    XS 400 Shirts?

    I was woundering if there were any more XS 400 shirts with the pictures of the carbs on them for sell? Or are there any plans on more being made? I would love to have a couple???????
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    Engine temps different?

    Hello everyone, I have a stock 81 xs400 sohc that I got from a friend last year. I cleaned the carbs, rebuilt the petcock, changed oil and filter, installed new factory air filters. Got the bike running and have been riding it this summer. The bike 1800 and sum odd miles on the speedo when...
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    Semi-Restoration

    81 XS400 a big step since day one on this old girl! Love the bike
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    Clutch switch broken

    :wtf: I broke the switch in the clutch assembly on the handel bars when I tried to remove it. It is a switch/contact that operates when the clutch lever is pulled in or let out. What does that switch do and will it keep the bike from running when I get ready to fire it up for the first time?
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    Just sayin Hello

    Been on the site a couple of weeks now and wanted to say hello. I recently aquired an 81 xs400 H hopefully this will be my first bike? In the process of getting a title for her to make it official. I haven't put any money in her yet till I now shes mine. Justs got the electrical cleaned up and...
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