c0ryrul3z
XS400 Member
Sussex, for now I have the brace removed. I still have it and if need be I will put it on. I haven't rode it yet and I will let you know how it rides without the brace as soon as I wrap a few things up.
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SussexSlammer
XS400 Addict
Yeah bud, let me know. I've thought about chopping it down.. Just unsure where I'm really sitting with this thing for the time being. Might be a dumb question, but you think I could just chop that thing down so its an inch or two long and run it like that? I was just gonna rip the thing off till I read up on that whole wobble of death jazz
c0ryrul3z
XS400 Member
It's hard to say, these bikes were designed in the 70's-80's by an engineer that is probably smarter than us. Any chopping and modifications could seriously alter the handling of the bike. With that being said I would try putting around with the brace off and see how it feels before you chop it and ride at high speeds.
SussexSlammer
XS400 Addict
I suppose that would be the smart way to go about the situation. Not trying to jack your thread, sorry man!
c0ryrul3z
XS400 Member
No worries at all
I like talking to other bike junkies .
I like talking to other bike junkies .
SussexSlammer
XS400 Addict
For sure! Just wish I could upgrade to the junkie status. It's a slow process, but I'm getting there.
dgoodsy
XS400 Enthusiast
What brace are you guys referring to? The one that contributes to speed wobbles when removed.
Gramatron
Meat popsicle
Wow man, I'm impressed. Finding parts to fit my goal has been a nightmare for my build. I'm looking to make a 2-1 exhaust. what did you use for the joint pipe?
c0ryrul3z
XS400 Member
I bought a MAC 2 into 1 exhaust on eBay about a year ago. The position of the muffler was conflicting with my rear sets so I did some cutting and got it to fit nicely inbetween my rearsets and back tire.
c0ryrul3z
XS400 Member
That should beef it up.
dgoodsy
XS400 Enthusiast
OK, I was still thinking about the front of the bike. Good to know.
Need one there too
dgoodsy
XS400 Enthusiast
Do go on, something that is commonly removed? Where exactly?
Well the fender acts as a simple fork brace. It still doesn't do a great job as it allows some flex, but it is better than nothing. If you remove the fender, something needs to go across the lower tubes as a brace. Tarozzi makes one that bolts right on and is worth every penny. It allows the fender and dust caps to still be used as well.
It makes a very noticeable difference in front end feel.
http://www.fastfromthepast.com/25-0017
It makes a very noticeable difference in front end feel.
http://www.fastfromthepast.com/25-0017
dgoodsy
XS400 Enthusiast
I removed my fender but didn't notice any different feel to the bike, but I'm not that familiar with it I suppose.
Thanks for that, this is good stuff to know.
Thanks for that, this is good stuff to know.
SussexSlammer
XS400 Addict
Thanks for that Wolfe, there's another 99 dollars gone.
It's 99 dollars well worth it.
SussexSlammer
XS400 Addict
The things pretty sweet looking! I stumbled across a bike online that has a stubby fender, and I fell in love. Any dollar spent towards getting rid of that dented chrome eyesore sitting between those front legs is a dollar very well worth it. You have any other treasure trove websites stashed away on your end? I'm always looking to spend frivolous money... It's either the bike or the strippers, and those she devils are starting to know me by name 
c0ryrul3z
XS400 Member
Today I spent some time and got the foam for my seat formed. I then procededed to make a prototype seat cover out of a green camo frog pattern. The last picture is a picture of my practice sewing and the leather and thread that I will be using for my final seat cover.
