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Post by Jack P on May 10, 2012 21:50:10 GMT -6
You can't be cool and comfortable.. the path of the pipe looks like they would keep you warm while being cool..  I did mean to ask you is that Mr. Hayne in the overalls you had working at that bike?? |
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Post by brad on May 11, 2012 3:11:59 GMT -6
Lolz
I'm up wrenching on mine now to get it ready.
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Post by Tim-WT on May 27, 2012 18:33:45 GMT -6
Track day the tank was leaking fuel from the cap so i didn't risk the tech inspection. Got home and found a plumbing gasket that fit perfectly. ;D
Now dealing with the no charging issue and getting the new fork seals. installed. Really want it ready for the club ride on the 9th.
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Post by Phillip-S on May 27, 2012 20:09:40 GMT -6
Skip the electrical diagnosis and just install a magneto. I bet Brad would be able to adapt one of those high quality Lucas units, he seems to be very fond of their products.  |
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Post by Tim-WT on May 29, 2012 7:08:03 GMT -6
I WISH i could afford Lucas Electrics. It's just that required full time electrician that puts them out of my price range. Update - I took another run at it following the "what is easy" principal that has served me so well. Figured out (all by my Timmy) that the rectifier / regulator is shot, so i have one on order. No idea if that is the only issue but it's a start! |
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Post by Tim-WT on Jun 27, 2012 15:38:32 GMT -6
Well i think she's officially DONE!
Austin fixed the electric issue so now she charges and i even have a neutral light!
So round one of the build is complete.
Of course, round two starts now but that's another story. ;D
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Post by Jack P on Jun 27, 2012 21:33:11 GMT -6
Way to go Tim.. round two to this one or a new one?? Keep it rolling
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Post by mrdontplay on Jul 6, 2012 10:45:56 GMT -6
Nice build tim! I love it! Wish I could find a good project XS.
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Post by Tim-WT on Jul 21, 2012 17:11:20 GMT -6
Just a little messing around. Fund some small rubber "feet" for chair legs that fit my cutoff points of the frame.  Figured it might be better than leaving it open to rust .  I'll let the glue set a bit than smooth it out and the old "rustolium powder-coating". |
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Post by Tim-WT on Feb 24, 2013 17:27:57 GMT -6
Proving that a "build" on a vintage bike never has a stopping point, i seem to have toasted something in the electrics.
While trying to start the bike last week the lights and indicators cut out, came back on and then cut out for good. Battery is charged but not a glimmer of any "life" when i turn the key on. Fuses are fine unfortunately. Here we go...
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Post by Phillip-S on Feb 24, 2013 20:57:26 GMT -6
You might try hot wiring around the key to see if its your ignition.
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Post by Phillip-S on Jul 7, 2013 22:49:35 GMT -6
I came across this picture and the Yamaha reminded me of your XS400. Do you think you could shoehorn some tires that size onto her?  |
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Post by Tim-WT on Jul 8, 2013 6:38:46 GMT -6
THAT would be fun!
I have GOT to get the XS back on the road. I mis riding it!
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Post by woahblackbetty on Jul 8, 2013 18:35:14 GMT -6
if my eyes are right that's a set of TW200 tires...
Bridgestone TW203 and TW 204
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Post by Tim-WT on Jan 30, 2014 18:26:48 GMT -6
Fantastic news. The "Lill' XS" is in the capable hands for Victor and Dan at JetSports. Problems diagnosed & parts ordered. I'm so excite i can't stand it!
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I did mean to ask you is that Mr. Hayne in the overalls you had working at that bike??
