cables

  1. R

    Ape Hangers! Cable length? Stock cable length?

    Hey guys! I am new to the forum. I am installing 12 inch ape hangers and I am looking for answers on length for the cables. what length should I use? Where to get them? And also if someone could tell me what lengths are the stock cables? I just want to do it right the first time. The internet...
  2. Greggy

    Front Brake Line Size Check?

    Greetings from the latest XS400 Newb! So... I just scooped up an 82 XS400 project and am focusing on the front end first off (Single disc). I have pretty much everything I need except the front brake cable/line. I am at a loss for sizing. Would a 1100mm (43") cable work or what is the stock...
  3. Ezetman

    Got an antigravity battery. How do I extend cables to it?

    Hi, I searched for a cable extension thread elsewhere in the forums but couldn't find one so I thought I'd ask everyone. How did you guys manage to move your battery around? I'm trying to place mine under the cowl of my cafe racer seat and it fits fine as far as size, I got an 8cell antigravity...
  4. kshansen

    Was looking for front brake cable for 1978 XS400-2E

    A few days back I had asked if anyone had or knew of a place to purchase a new front brake cable for this drum brake bike. Did some searching on Ebay but was not sure the ones there were right as they were listing for other, I believe dirt, bikes. Tried Mikes, said NO. Anyone here that had one...
  5. U

    Clutch, cables, and clubmans

    So my bike was up and running (many thanks to xs400.com) but the other day it wouldn't start. Seems like the clutch is not engaging. So I thought it was because I switched to clubmans and had extra length and it's an old cable. I rerouted and adjusted (very tight) but still doesn't seem to...
  6. xadmp

    Shaving barrels

    Anyone know anything about shaving the barrel at the end of cables? I have one that's too big for my throttle assembly and heard that some people shave the barrel down to fit their assembly. Anyone have an ideas on the pros and cons of this? Or should I just keep searching for another cable?
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