Robsteeler66
XS400 Addict
I like what you've done there!
Why did you cut the exhaust collars?
I'm a fan of fat stainless hardware
What is that threaded rod connected to the axle for? Alignment?
I was thinking about one of those chain tensioners/rollers myself. I run very tight clearances as it is and I don't want the chain hitting the swing-arm. That would solve the problem for sure.
Good call! If it were my life riding on the SS bolts, I'd certainly choose stronger if I knew about it.
I admire people who can see the big picture the way you can. I can get down and dirty, clean, make shit work nice - but I'm never particularly proud of finishing work when it comes to paint, etc. Cheers!
I am thinking about doing a paint marker job by hand. I can draw a bit and I really like the work I've seen other people do.
Funny you should mention rattle can side covers. My XS is stock paint still (week need to repaint tank in next free years due to minor tidy that van only get worse here in foggy salty San Francisco)
However, my xj650 had the 1980 maroon tank with the 81 bright red side covers when I got it. Made me want to puke. Rattled them black to not draw attention to themselves. Maybe not the prettiest thing, but sufficient while it was a riding project. Woof.
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