Classics

Hi Guys, just about finished the re wire of this 1986 xj600, my question concerns the little bulb within the headlamp and its relationship to the R/H light switch and which has three positions in the UK Off....PO...On. At the moment when i move the switch to PO the small bulb within the headlamp comes on, when i push the switch to 'ON' the main bulb lights up and the small bulb stays on is this ok? The black wire which leads to the bulb holder had come adrift so i have re soldered it back to its position...... bit mystified at the mo!! Cheers

I'm basically writing to kinda advertise CMM (Classic Motorcycle Mechanics) magazine. I find it a very useful and interesting magazine that i would recommend to anyone interested in restoring classic bikes. Adam

Ok so trying to figure out which carb kit I need to by for my 1980(what the title says) yamaha xs400 special (had special badging on the airbox cover panels originally).... I found some pretty cheap from partsnmore.com... but which one, is it the G model? Also, under the carb holders there is no G model but they do have an XS400S? https://www.partsnmore.com/cat_index.php?mo...p;category=carb

hi guys i have a new problem with with my 79 xs 400 i went to start it after work today turned on the key the oil and neutral light came on and as i turned out the kick starter the lights dropped out and i cant find a problem all the fuses tested ok any ideas would be helpful thanks !

Hi! I'm completely new to this forum, and to the motorbike world for that matter... I have just bought a 1983 Yamaha xs400 - 12E. Unfortunately, the tach wire is broken. It seems kind of hard to get a new one (at least in Norway, where I live). Do any of you know if the xs400 tach wire is compatible with any other (preferebly newer) bike models? - Or where I might get a new "original" xs400 tachometer wire. Thanks for any answers.

complete engine minus kick start shaft.1049 orig miles.lots of extras included.if intrested let me know [email protected] 200 for everything.this engine came off a excellent cond bike you wont be dissapointed

I have in my garage a rack and topbox for a xs 750. Stored in a box since the 1970's possibly of use to someone. Please email me if anyone is interested. [email protected]

Hi Does anyone know which cast rear wheels from the XS range will fit an XS 650 SE to replace the stock 16 inch rear wheel with one of a larger diameter? Cheers in advance

Hey guys there is a bike on ebay item #120272015077 just wanted to know your thoughts on it.

I have a 1981 xs 400 and recently lost my keys to it. While replacing the ignition was easy the question is now how do I get the locking gas tank cap off. Is this possible or is getting the gas cap re-keyed a possibility???? thanks

hi My name is Adam Richardson and i am 16, i have recently started restoring classic yamahas, i have already completed a 1975 yamaha dt125 (bought for £10 at a classic tractor fair!) and have strarted on an early yamaha dt100 (that cost me £60 from a friend). The problem is i do not no the exact age for reregistering it with the dvla, can anyone help? also i need a new master switch, front mudgaurd, speedo cable, battery, blinkers, brake lights and head light, has anyone got any suggestions of the best places to source these parts? responses would be greatly appreciated, Adam

Just picked up an '83 maxim 400 and this seems to be the best place for info on these bikes... basically wanting to know some basic info about the bike .. i realize this is the dohc version of the standard sohc xs400 engine.. does it make more power because of it or run any differently? So far the bike starts great.. seems to take forever to warm up... and even then doesnt seem to run smoothly .. especially between 3.5-6k rpms ... carbs have been cleaned. Only about 15 min of run time so far as I'm waiting to get it licensed so perhaps running the bike a bit will smooth it out after sitting for a few years. I'm sure i'll have a few more questions that I'm not remember…

Another RD 250 aircooled will be complete tomorrow pics here RD250 resto

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAP...E:IT&ih=015 I hope someone can use this

I recently purchased a 1982 XS400J Maxim. The original non o-ring chain is in place (530 size). Does anyone know if a 530 o-ring would work? An o-ring chain is about 1.5mm wider than the standard chain. I don't have an old chain lying around to see if it would work. Thanks.

Alright, first of all, thanks for taking a look at this little problem! Since I got it a month ago it has never fired for me on the right cylinder. I have the parts manual and a service manual from another xs400 of the same year so feel free to reference them. I'm putting the bike back together and here's what I've done to try and fix or diagnose: -Took the carb apart and cleaned it, checked the pilot screws and one was all the way in so I backed it out 2 1/2 turns as per the service manual. -Put in brand new spark plugs, caps, and spark wires on both sides. I have checked and there is spark on the both sides. -Checked what was coming out of the exhaust of that…

Help! I'm looking for the "factory settings" for the LS2 because I can't seem to get the air-fuel mix just right and can't seem to find the darn thing on the internet anywhere! It has Mikuni carbs, which I'm not sure are originalDoes anyone know a good site, or be able to give advice? Just installed cone filters, and by adjusting throttle cable and carbs can get to idle perfectly, but after revving if I don't bring it back down SLOWLY (and sometimes even if I do) it dies. Help me! Thanks.

Hello, I have a 1975 XS500 and my mechanic CUT off the cam chain instead of taking it off the right way. Now my bike has no cam chain, and me nor my mechanic can find another. Do any of you know where I may be able to find one? Thanks, Beth

say im new to the sight it looks informative and fun. im having a problem with my rear brakes can anyone tell me how to clean and bleed them thanks miles

I just got a 1988 Radian to teach my wife to ride. The bike was free. It has been sitting awhile. I drained and cleaned the gas tank and carbs. Now I can get it to start with the choke fully on, but as soon as I turn the choke off the bike dies. I know nothing about these type of bikes. Do I have a carb problem a timing problem or a valve adjustment problem? Dont know where to start. I did replace the needles, seats, and floats in the carbs. I did check the intake adaptors and they dont seam to be leaking. Like I said the bike was free and I really dont want to take it to a shop, and I also enjoy working on thses type of things. Any suggestions?