restoration

  1. F

    Need a source for this....

    And what is the right name for it. Thanks!!!:bike: [/IMG]
  2. F

    Need help figuring this one out!

    Motorcyle is a 1980 Special II currently undergoing a full restoration. I am now putting her back together and I can't figure where the brass bracket with the 3 holes goes. The diagrams at boat.net does not help and I have looked over the entire photo collection that I took while taking the...
  3. R

    Its Official!!! New Owner

    Its official guys! Im a new owner of a 1982 xs400. Got it on a trade. All in all I think it is in pretty decent shape for a project bike. Not all hope is lost.. unless I completely screw up somewhere down the road:doh: Ive got some pictures up and from the looks of it its gonna be a killer job...
  4. Greasey Fingers

    My bike so far :)

    I havent posted any pics for a while and ive done a few bits a peices since last ones so heres some new pics! Before:
  5. P

    Using later exhaust gaskets?

    Pretty simple question, after ordering xs400 exhaust gaskets from mikesxs (http://www.mikesxs.net/product/43-1875.html) I found out that they are for the later models I believe DOHC's (i.e. seca, maxims, ect.). I would just like to know if they can be used in my 1980 SOHC special II instead of...
  6. Cyborg

    77' XS400 (2E) project

    78' XS400 (2E) project i am a newer member because i picked up this bike about two weeks ago and needed a source of information and inspiration which this site definitely has given me more than enough of both =] thx guys! :thumbsup: i plan on getting this bike back in running shape and...
  7. maxholland1

    Should I buy this bike?

    Hey everyone, I am looking at getting this XS400 for $250. The engine was seized, but it has been seized by a bike mechanic. I am willing to put around $400-$600 into making it run smoothly. I have attached pictures. Any advice, any perspective? I have a friend who is willing to walk me...
  8. X

    Free 400

    Hi I'm new here, A friend of mine has this bike sitting around for years and told me I could have it. he said it was late 70's and it doesn't run ,but I think its a 81 or something. so now I have to decide what to do with it? Cheers Brian T
  9. Josh222

    My First Build/ Restoration

    Rescued my 79 xs400f from a friends backyard bushes a few months ago and I have been slowly pulling it apart when I had time. It is in real bad shape but I am ready to start on building my own cafe racer:D It has been parked since the mid 80's and been left outside for years:(...
  10. H

    want to know what years of xs400......

    Hey you xs guys, I just bought a 1979 xs 400 with a hard tail mod, engines in a box, triple trees need bearings, need rubbers for engine mounts, a new front axle.... that sort of thing. My question is what other years of bike are compatible with this ride? Any help would be great! :umm:
  11. johnpaulmoore

    Sidecar?! Also petcock connections, model identification

    Hey all! I acquired a 1980 XS400, and its been fun restoring it based on many of the forum posts here. Its been real helpful. I have three questions: 1) The fuel petcock has two connections. I learned this is because of the vacuum needed for the ON position to work. The problem is I...
  12. H

    Can't get the seat to stay on

    How does the locking mechanism work? I have a 1980 model that has the latches in place on the frame. On the seat are two prongs that slide into the latches on the frame, but they do not catch, or lock. It seems that there should be some sort of hook or latch on one of the prongs to lock the...
  13. zaphoid18

    I did it, she's back on the road!

    Hey guys, well its been a long time coming. after about two and a half years in the garage she's safetied, insured, plated and running like a top :bike: My Dad and I went on our first ride together and it was awesome :D she pulled hard and had power to spare. plus I was surprised to learn she...
  14. B

    How-To: Restoring a Rusty Motorcycle Tank

    I thought I would share a couple of methods on how to remove rust from your gas tank. I have a write up & some videos on my blog located here: Restoring a Rusty Motorcycle Tank The post covers: Agitating rust with nuts/bolts Rust removal with vinegar Sealing tank with Caswell Epoxy...
  15. nico

    Chain and sprockets

    I am in need of new chain and sprockets but when I look up stock size I find different sizes. This site lists 16-39 but MikesXS only goes to 38 and on other sites I think I've read 37 is stock rear. Any help on stock sizes. Or good sprocket sizes to go with
  16. Greasey Fingers

    The bike that haunts aussie ebay :)

    Hey pork chop remember this beauty? http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/1979-Yamaha-Xs-250cc-Cafe-Racer-/251100998938?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a76c92d1a She back up for grabs, but its in the ACT now, lol. She really gets around, never stays with one guy for long. A real...
  17. Orangetuesdays

    Mine...if I can get it to start!

    First off, hello! I'm from Bloomington, MN. This will be my first post on the forum but I've read through quite a few threads. Well, my girlfriend got a hold of a 79 XS 400 awhile back. Unfortunately she didn't do anything with it except let it sit in her garage. I don't know if it ran...
  18. New guy

    Here we go! My 79 restoration/ cleanup

    Greetings all. First of all I just want to say how great this site is. I have been checking it out for a while and I am really stoked to have all this info at my finger tips. Thanks to everyone that offered me advice so far, it is appreciated. Hopefully as I go through this bike I can keep you...
  19. G

    Howdy

    So I just got a 1981 xs400s heritage special off of craigslist for $200. Its pretty rough, but the thing is 8 years older than I am. My first project was putting a 150cc Gy6 into a Honda Ruckus...this one will hopefully go better...initiating build thread NOW
  20. P

    Where to buy new carbs???

    Hi guys I am new to the forum and recently have taken on the challenge of restoring an xs400 (it's a interesting story how I ended up with that but it's not for now). Anyways the bike hasn't run for a long time (21 years) so the carbs are oxidized, gunked up, and deemed beyond the point of...
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