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Hello, I'm new the the website. Just purchased my 1980 XS1100 SG a few weeks ago and I love it. Bought it out in NJ from the original owner, 13,000 miles. My first bike was a 1981 Yamaha xs650 Special II, which I still have. The bulletproof engine, and reliability of the 650 encouraged me to stick with the old Yamahas, but I needed more power, and touring capabilities. From all the research I did, everything pointed to the XS11's. I shopped around for a bit, but didn't find one with a fairing, until I came across this one. After riding it, my expectations were exceeded. Lots of power, heavy enough for the hiways, and still in good shape. I cleaned her up a little, and can't wait to do some touring. I live outside of Reading,PA and her first road trip will be up to the PA grand canyon at the end of the month, can't wait. I've already gathered some valuable info from the site and Thank everyone for that. And if I ever see a fellow XS11 in need of assitance I'll be on it.
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The Mean Machine --> www.pennstelite.com/XS1100.htm
1980 XS1100SG
1981 XS650SH (sold)
1980 XS650SG (sold)
2002 Polaris Edge X 800
2004 Dodge RAM 1500 Hemi
"I may be going to hell in a bucket, baby, but at least I'm enjoying the ride " -GD -
Congrats on your new ride, and welcome to Ch11.
As you have found out there is a lot of great info and members.
Ozz
BTW. I Know You Rider is a great song.Four wheels move your body, two wheels move your soul.
ATGATT, It could save your life!
1980 XS 1100SG
Dyna 3 Ohm Hi Output Coils
Pod Filters
DynoJet Kit
T.C.'s Fuse Block
Slip Streamer Turbo Windshield
Custom Tank and Side Cover Decals
V-Max Auto CCT -
Welcome aboard! You lucked out getting your ride in a running condition! Most folks have to resurrect them from the barnyard!
1980 XS850SG - Sold
1981 XS1100LH Midnight Special (Sold) - purchased 9/29/08
Fully Vetterized and Dynojet Kit added, Heated Grips, Truck-Lite LED headlight, Accel Coils, Irridium plugs, TKAT Fork Brace, XS850LH Final Drive & Black SS Brake lines from Chacal.
Here's my web page devoted to my bike! XS/XJ User's Manuals there, and the XJ1100 Service Manual and both XS1100 Service manuals (free download!).
Whether you think you can, or you think you cannot - You're right.
-H. FordComment
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Welcome, but you lost me when you said touring and Special, should have gotten a Standard with the bigger fuel tank..... and gas gauge!!!!
Either way I forgive you!
http://www.myspace.com/i_give_you_power
1980 XS11 Special - chopped, dropped and OCTY is still installed
- NOW IT'S FOR SALE! $1,800 OBO
Famous Myspace quote:
"Don't mess with TEXAS! It's not nice to pick on retards."
It's funny because I am from TEXAS!Comment
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Welcome aboard. Please don't wait for it to be an XS11 owner in need before you stop. Even Hardley owners need assistance. Just a personal riders code of ethics, but if it is a bike in trouble, i stop.1980 XS1100LG Midnight
1991 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane
"The hand is almost valueless at one end of the arm if there be not a brain at the other"
Here's to a long life and a happy one.
A quick death and an easy one.
A pretty girl and an honest one.
A cold beer and another one!Comment
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Huh?? Where did that come from?Originally posted by XS1100 Newbie View Post
1980 XS850SG - Sold
1981 XS1100LH Midnight Special (Sold) - purchased 9/29/08
Fully Vetterized and Dynojet Kit added, Heated Grips, Truck-Lite LED headlight, Accel Coils, Irridium plugs, TKAT Fork Brace, XS850LH Final Drive & Black SS Brake lines from Chacal.
Here's my web page devoted to my bike! XS/XJ User's Manuals there, and the XJ1100 Service Manual and both XS1100 Service manuals (free download!).
Whether you think you can, or you think you cannot - You're right.
-H. FordComment
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And if I ever see a fellow XS11 in need of assitance I'll be on it.Originally posted by CatatonicBug View PostHuh?? Where did that come from?"If A equals success, then the formula is: A = X + Y + Z. X is work. Y is play. Z is keep your mouth shut." - Albert Einstein
"Illegitimi non carborundum"-Joseph W. "Vinegar Joe" Stilwell
1980 LG
1981 LHComment
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Welcome aboard!
81 SH Something Special
81 frame, 80 tank and side covers, 79 tail light and carbs, 78 engine, 750 final drive mod, Geezer rec/reg, 140 mains, LH wheels
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79 SF MEAUQABEAUXS
81SH Nor'eas tah (Old Red)
80 LG Black Magic
78 E Standard Practice
James 3:17
If I can make at least one person smile, or pee their pants a little, or maybe spit out their drink; then my day is not wasted.
“Alis Volat Propriis”
Yamaha XS 1100 Classic
For those on FBComment
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1980 XS850SG - Sold
1981 XS1100LH Midnight Special (Sold) - purchased 9/29/08
Fully Vetterized and Dynojet Kit added, Heated Grips, Truck-Lite LED headlight, Accel Coils, Irridium plugs, TKAT Fork Brace, XS850LH Final Drive & Black SS Brake lines from Chacal.
Here's my web page devoted to my bike! XS/XJ User's Manuals there, and the XJ1100 Service Manual and both XS1100 Service manuals (free download!).
Whether you think you can, or you think you cannot - You're right.
-H. FordComment
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Welcome to the site! As far as a tank, you CAN put the STANDARD tank on the SPECIAL, just need to trim a bit on the front of the seat! The extra gallon of fuel is real handy on long rides, as out west you can have over 100 miles between towns, AND GAS!!
Ray Matteis
KE6NHG
XS1100 E '78 (winter project)
XS1100 SF Bob Jones worked on it!Comment
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