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  • monhollenj
    XSive
    • Jul 2011
    • 57
    • Eastern Kentucky

    #1

    Diaphram needles

    I was working on the carbs of my new 1980 xs1100 and the diaphram (if I'm calling this right) fell off the table and the needle bent. I'm trying to find a place where I can purchase these needles without buying the whole $130+ assembly. Please help
  • 3Phase
    XS-XJ Super Guru
    • May 2008
    • 5529
    • Simi Valley, CA

    #2
    Welcome to the forum, Mon!

    New needles are only available for some models but not for others and new diaphragms and slides won't come with new needles anyway so save your money.

    The needle you will need depends which model of 1980 XS1100 you have and where it was sold: Asia, Europe, USA, Canada, Oceania. Look at the serial number on the engine and frame to see which model you have, then compare it with the list in this post:-

    Serial Numbers/Model designations/Factory Colors
    -- Scott
    _____

    2004 ST1300A: No name... yet
    1982 XJ1100J: "Baby" SS Brakes, '850 FD, ACCT
    1980 XS1100G: "Columbo" SS Brakes, '850 FD, ACCT
    1979 XS1100SF: "Bush" W.I.P.
    1979 XS1100F: parts
    2018 Heritage Softail Classic 117 FLHCS SE: "Nanuk" It's DEAD, it's not just resting. It is an EX cycle.

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    • monhollenj
      XSive
      • Jul 2011
      • 57
      • Eastern Kentucky

      #3
      According to the numbers I have a G model but my Title says H. Where am I going to find needles or can I straighten the one out that got the tip bent and reuse it? Thanks for the help.

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      • 3Phase
        XS-XJ Super Guru
        • May 2008
        • 5529
        • Simi Valley, CA

        #4
        You can try to straighten the needle but you'll have to be good to make it right again.

        There aren't any new needles for the '80G so make sure the needle is actually for an '80G. The number 5IZ7 should be stamped on the upper part the needle.
        -- Scott
        _____

        2004 ST1300A: No name... yet
        1982 XJ1100J: "Baby" SS Brakes, '850 FD, ACCT
        1980 XS1100G: "Columbo" SS Brakes, '850 FD, ACCT
        1979 XS1100SF: "Bush" W.I.P.
        1979 XS1100F: parts
        2018 Heritage Softail Classic 117 FLHCS SE: "Nanuk" It's DEAD, it's not just resting. It is an EX cycle.

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        • monhollenj
          XSive
          • Jul 2011
          • 57
          • Eastern Kentucky

          #5
          5IZ7 is stamped on the needle

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          • monhollenj
            XSive
            • Jul 2011
            • 57
            • Eastern Kentucky

            #6
            Ok, so I ordered a new dyna jet kit stages 1 & 3. Hopefully that will take care of the needle issue. I also picked up some new float needles from www.partsnmore.com Hopefully I'll have it up and running soon. Thanks for the help.

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            • motoman
              Master of XSology
              • Aug 2005
              • 8413
              • Grand Junction, Colorado

              #7
              Ok, so I ordered a new dyna jet kit stages 1 & 3. Hopefully that will take care of the needle issue/////////////careful what U ask for..........may be better off straightening the needle.......just saying......
              81H Venturer1100 "The Bentley" (on steroids) 97 Yamaha YZ250(age reducer) 92 Honda ST1100 "Twisty"(touring rocket) Age is relative to the number of seconds counted 'airing' out an 85ft. table-top.

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              • cywelchjr
                XS-XJ Super Guru(Deceased)
                • Oct 2008
                • 4450
                • Sacramento, CA

                #8
                Stage 1 is supposed to work well as replacement for a stock machine, but stage 3 is intended for a heavily modded engine and will probably not work well. However, several members have reported good luck with stage 1 kits, and that IS the only way to get new needles for the 80G.
                Cy

                1980 XS1100G (Brutus) w/81H Engine
                Duplicolor Mirage Paint Job (Purple/Green)
                Vetter Windjammer IV
                Vetter hard bags & Trunk
                OEM Luggage Rack
                Jardine Spaghetti 4-2 exhaust system
                Spade Fuse Box
                Turn Signal Auto Cancel Mod
                750 FD Mod
                TC Spin on Oil Filter Adapter (temp removed)
                XJ1100 Front Footpegs
                XJ1100 Shocks

                I was always taught to respect my elders, but it keeps getting harder to find one.

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                • monhollenj
                  XSive
                  • Jul 2011
                  • 57
                  • Eastern Kentucky

                  #9
                  yeah, I plan on using the stage 1. I won't put in the stage 3 until I have the money for engine mods. I can't wait to get this bike on the road and give it it's first spin (in years).

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