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So... This kinda feels like AA, "Hi My name is Mike and I have a problem." JK. But in all seriousness, I'm hoping a few kindhearted Journeymen XS-folk can lend me some knowledge. Experience level: Noob, like total, complete noob... Bike: 1981 Yamaha XS400HS BLUF: basically, bought diamond in...

Hello I have a 1981 Yamaha xs400 that I bought for 50 dollars and rebuilt. The latest problem is left cylinder does not fire. What I've done so far is switch the spark plugs, and ignition coils that didn't change anything. Then I did a compression test they were both around 150 psi. Finally I...

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Hey guys, I'm pretty new to this forum and this is my first resto project on a 1980 XS 400. I am ecstatic to find this collaborative site and thought I'd pick your brains regarding the wiring I'm planning to do on my bike. I see that there are other threads with the M-unit blue, but I'm...

Hello guys!! I would like to share with you that my XS360 project its almost 100% ready. The bike runs and everything but the battery doesn't hold its charge. I can ride the motorcycle for 15 minutes without any problem but when I start using accessories like the lights, speedometer...

Hey guys, having issues with my 1982 Yamaha XS400, I believe it is a Maxim. When I first got her she wasn't running and was making a clicking noise when I tried to start it. Found the ignition fuse loose and she was up and running. It's been about 4 months, I've made a couple of upgrades but...

1982 XS 400 Maxim, with extra parts *$ make offer * have title, bike runs but needs front tire, chain and sprockets, maybe clutch,,chatter in 4th gear. rear tire has low miles. bike has 35,630 miles, see photos ***extra parts are original seat great condition, handle bars, rear foot pegs...

Hey all, I'm putting my bike up for sale. Got a new bike and have decided to free up some space. Hate to see it go but I'm told "we" need new floors sooo... Anyways here is the link I put up on craigslist and will try to get some better pics of it with the new paint scheme. Its in great shape...

Looking for a lower triple tree for my XS400RJ (12E VIN model). Must be able to ship to Steinbach, Manitoba, Canada. The triple tree must also be aligned and not twisted.

1980 xs400,

I took the cover off and oil came running out. Still has a constant drip. I take it there is a seal back there? This oil would be coming from the crankcase? Thanks, Gareth Williams

Had this up on craigslist for a while but didn't like the idea of it going to someone who doesn't love/have a passion for the XS. Has mac 2-2 exhaust and sounds great. Couple small issues: small dent in tank from previous owner dropping it in the garage, speedo light is out, and a small tear in...

so i picked up a 1984 yamaha maxim 400 and it leaked allot of oil and would rev to about 8000 then pop and sputter a bit so here is what i did i took the hole top end of the motor off took pistons out cleaned them and put it back togather allso to note i took one piston out at a time. put it...

All parts are in good condition. (This is post 1 of 2) Please PM me to make offer. Thank you!

Hey Guys, New member here. I've just picked up a 78-79 XS400 Special that will be the base for my most ambitious build to date. I'm starting this thread to keep track of my progress as I get through the project. With any luck, I'll be able to finish sometime in 2015. Anyway here are a few...

New member, hows it going everyone? Just finishing up the last few things on my 78.....changed my mind a few times on a few diff things but in the end im happy where the bike went. Fun bike, super light! Sounds pissed too. :bike:

Ok so i just bought this yamaha bobber xs400 ive had it for about 6 weeks and the only thing ive done to the motor since i bought it was change the spark plus, now right before i changed these spark plugs i would drive it and i felt like i could only hear it out of one muffler and would bogg...

So since my XS400 search is turning out nothing I've taken some advice I'm going to go put 1500 down on a new 250. I like the Yamaha brand more than anything but I want to know what you guys think should I go for the Honda Rebel or the Yamaha V Star. Does anyone on here have those or could tell...