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  1. Martin Tang

    Sourcing a replacement a front brake line

    Oh! No, not your imagination, didn't add a link cause my source is in Canada, I'm sure there's US companies that do the same. Sorry about that! Here's the link if you're interested: https://ca.helperformance.com/custom-braided-brake-lines For the fittings, I used a 20 degree 3/8 (10mm) Banjo...
  2. Martin Tang

    CAD files for laser cutting gaskets ?

    Hey! I got my complete engine gasket set off Ebay. Search "XS400 DOHC" gaskets as both the Maxim's and Seca's have the same engine
  3. Martin Tang

    Sourcing a replacement a front brake line

    Hey there! My brake hose was cracked and I couldn't find any hoses that were in great shape so I ended up getting a braided brake line made.
  4. Martin Tang

    Pressure Plate Bolt Torque

    Hopefully you've either found the spec. or figured it out! In case you haven't, just found the spec. in my manual. 70nm or 50ft.lb
  5. Martin Tang

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    Those engine guards look badass! Custom?
  6. Martin Tang

    Back from the Dead! XS400 DOHC Build

    Thanks! It's definitely been a journey, learned a lot, not just about mechanics, but about myself too. They're Bridgestone Battleax AX41's. I was expecting them to be noisy/vibrate as hell, but they surprisingly aren't, even at highway speeds. Very good grip in the twisties too, not great in...
  7. Martin Tang

    Back from the Dead! XS400 DOHC Build

    Hello! The last time you guys saw me was about 4 years ago. Back then, I was 16 and had never even held a wrench in my hands. Since then, I've become an Automotive Service Technician Apprentice and am about to get my license this year. I've learned a ton and it's pretty amazing to see where I've...
  8. Martin Tang

    Wanted - XS400 DOHC Seca (Exhaust, Engine Guards, Front Rim)

    Maxim Crash Bars would fit too. I'm unsure if Seca's even had them available myself
  9. Martin Tang

    Wanted - XS400 DOHC Seca (Exhaust, Engine Guards, Front Rim)

    They're also called Crash Bars or Highway Bars. They mount to the engine case and prevent damage to crucial parts during a slide or drop
  10. Martin Tang

    Wanted - XS400 DOHC Seca (Exhaust, Engine Guards, Front Rim)

    Hello! I'm looking for various parts for a 1983 XS400 Seca (DOHC) Parts I'm looking for are in Thread Title. Maxim parts would also work. My location is in Toronto, would preferably like the seller to be in Canada, or even better, meet up somewhere in the GTA. Thanks!
  11. Martin Tang

    Absolute Beginner at Rebuilding (1983 DOHC Seca 400/XS400)

    Hey everyone! It's been a couple months and all has been going well! I've spent the last few months carefully ready and soaking up all the knowledge I could about motorcycles, good news is, piston rings, gaskets, seals, all of them have finally been replaced! The bike now starts and behold! No...
  12. Martin Tang

    Absolute Beginner at Rebuilding (1983 DOHC Seca 400/XS400)

    Hello everyone! I thought I'd get back to you all on the bike. Winter break finally started, so I've got a ton of time to work on the bike. I believe I've found the oil leak too (thanks to all your tips). I may or may not have a small oil leak in the head gasket:  However, the main oil leak is...
  13. Martin Tang

    Absolute Beginner at Rebuilding (1983 DOHC Seca 400/XS400)

    Yeah... I forgot to mention I own A DOHC, I apologize. I was initially trying to show how the head gasket looks like it is (like you said) siliconed over. Does there seem like there's something off about the valve cover? It's also snowing here, and I've got exams coming up. I'd like to...
  14. Martin Tang

    Absolute Beginner at Rebuilding (1983 DOHC Seca 400/XS400)

    All your replies have made my week! Thank you for all the support! The guy I bought the bike from said he thinks the leak is coming from this gasket here: Any thing seem wrong? I'm going to spend some time thinking and testing it all out, I'll get back to you all if I have any further...
  15. Martin Tang

    Absolute Beginner at Rebuilding (1983 DOHC Seca 400/XS400)

    Thank you for the replies! The bike runs fine, tires aren't cracked and have a good bit of tread left, turning signals and lights are fine. Just seems to be an oil leak. I will post pictures later today of where I believe the oil leak is coming from. Believe me, I'm willing to give it my all...
  16. Martin Tang

    Absolute Beginner at Rebuilding (1983 DOHC Seca 400/XS400)

    I'll be honest. I've got no mechanic knowledge whatsoever. I recently turned 16 and bought my first motorcycle, a 1983 Seca 400. Heck, I haven't even ridden it. The bike starts up and everything seems alright, but I was informed there was an oil leak somewhere. The guy I bought it from included...
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