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By the way,Jeff,congrats in taking the safety course and passing it.Ride safe.
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FOXS-XS11SG
2009 Suzuki V Strom 650,Adventure in Touring,I call her "Smooth" SW Motech engine guard,Coocase top case w/ LED brake and tail lights,20" MRA touring screen w/adjusable bracket,Grip heaters,fender ex-tender,Givi hard sidebags
1980 XS11SG-sold
1999 Vulcan classic-sold
1982 XJ 650-sold
Old is only a state of mind......John -
Thanks cuda.Jeff
77 XS750 2D completely stock
79 SF XS1100 "Picky" stock with harley mufflersComment
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Not all of them, for us Special owners that have the option that over rated problem POS, gets removed..pronto. Only my first SH had one and the PO used prime all the time because it was not functioning.Originally posted by planedick View PostLife is what happens while your planning everything else!
When your work speaks for itself, don't interrupt.
81 XS1100 Special - Humpty Dumpty
80 XS1100 Special - Project Resurrection
Previously owned
93 GSX600F
80 XS1100 Special - Ruby
81 XS1100 Special
81 CB750 C
80 CB750 C
78 XS750Comment
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Congratulations on the passing of the safety course and getting your endorsement!
I took the basic riders course 2 years ago. It was a 16 hour course, but was needed for me. Husband laughed when I said I could get my license ... so took the written permit test then the Safety Course, since the only riding I had ever done was behind him for 18 years. The cost of our course was $150 (unlike Ohio for $25) well worth every penny I will admit!
Ride safe and enjoy!1979 XS1100 Special - since 2008
1977 XS750 Special - since 1985Comment
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Specials
There isn't an "off" position on the standards. You have to get the petcocks right and/or the floats right or you're in a heap of s**t. As for the specials, I would for sure keep the vacuum valve in the bike and working just because I like to do things right.You can't stay young forever, but you can be immature for the rest of your life...
'78E "Pathfinder" Show bike...
Lovingly restored by Dave Delzell
Drilled airbox
Tkat fork brace
Hardly mufflers
late model carbs
Newer style fuses
Oil pressure guage
Custom security system
Stainless braid brake linesComment
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You can easily make an off position on the standards buy filing off the little tab on the petcock faceplate so you can rotate the lever all the way up. It may rub the edge of the tank, but you can grind a little off the lever for the clearance.There isn't an "off" position on the standards. You have to get the petcocks right and/or the floats right or you're in a heap of s**t. As for the specials, I would for sure keep the vacuum valve in the bike and working just because I like to do things right.
Jeff, I bet that beast (1100) was fun on the course. If I had a choice, I probably would have chose the 750 as it's a little lighter. Anyway, you got 'er done. good deal.Hi, my name is George & I'm a twisty addict!
80G (Green paint(PO idea))
The Green Monster
K&N A/F, TC's fuse block, '81 oil cooler, TC's homemade 4-2 w/Mac Mufflers, Raptor 660 ACCT
Got him in '04.
bald tire & borrowing parts
80SG (Black w/red emblems & calipers)
Scarlet
K&N A/F, TC's fuse block, WJ5, Shoei bags, Raptor 660 ACCT.
Got her in '11
Ready for the twisties!
81H (previously CPMaynard's)
Hugo
Full Venturer, Indigo Blue with B/W painted tank.
Cold weather rideComment
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Congrats.. I got an xs11 special a few weeks ago and my wife wont let me ride it until I take the 3 day course. I go out and start her up and read the manual and just drool.. I have an endorsement already but havent been on a bike for 20 years.. My last one was a Honda 750.. Here they wont let me use the xs11.. It's too big.. They provide 250 honda's.. I think you should take the course on what you are going to ride.. but that's just me.. Again, congratulations and stay safe..
Lee79 SFComment
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I am getting ready to go get my pic took for my endorsement. Had to take off early today cause my permit expires tommorow. The class was $100 her in WV. I thought about using the 750 but i want to get handle bars first cause the buckhorns suck. hey Planedick, those octi's on the specials are just more crap to get in the way and go wrong. The right way is the way with less crap, neater and works.Jeff
77 XS750 2D completely stock
79 SF XS1100 "Picky" stock with harley mufflersComment
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Congrats on passing the course, especially on an XS11. I did mine on a XJ650 (with straight pipes). I bet that was annoying to everyone else. They all rode Rebels, except one guy on a Super Sherpa.
My Special always had an octy. Started leaking. Bought a kit. Still leaks. I miss it.1980 XS 11 Special: The King of Kong, 9th wonder of the world. Pacifico fairing, chopped shield, Yamaha hard bags, Diamond seat, T-Kat fork brace, XJ top end, YICS Eliminator, '80 carbs from Spyder Cycle Works, K&N Air filter, Fuse block, stainless steel valves & reg/rect from Oregon MC Parts. Raptor CCT, XJ air shocks, 850 FD, Sportster mufflers, Standard handle bar, Tusk Bar Risers, SS braided brake lines. Cat Eye speedometer. HID projector beam headlight, LED running lights.Comment
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No probs
I've had the XS for many years and never had any problems with the vac petcocks. Making the changes to make an off position is just for those who don't have the skills to do it right. I'll bet you also rely on duct tape for most of your repairs too...
So, how many of you redneck hillbillies do that?
Last edited by planedick; 06-18-2012, 05:13 PM.You can't stay young forever, but you can be immature for the rest of your life...
'78E "Pathfinder" Show bike...
Lovingly restored by Dave Delzell
Drilled airbox
Tkat fork brace
Hardly mufflers
late model carbs
Newer style fuses
Oil pressure guage
Custom security system
Stainless braid brake linesComment
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I don't agree with that. I trust the petcocks to seal when the vac is not there. I just don't want to have to deal with the consequences when I am not at home and the crankcase is filled with gas because the diaphragm failed.Originally posted by planedick View PostI've had the XS for many years and never had any problems with the vac petcocks. Making the changes to make an off position is just for those who don't have the skills to do it right. I'll bet you also rely on duct tape for most of your repairs too... So, how many of you redneck hillbillies do that?Nathan
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1978 XS1100E
K&N Filter
#45 pilot Jet, #137.5 Main Jet
OEM Exhaust
ATK Fork Brace
LED Dash lights
Ammeter, Oil Pressure, Oil Temp, and Volt Meters
Green Monster Coils
SS Brake Lines
Vision 550 Auto Tensioner
In any moment of decision the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.
Theodore RooseveltComment
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Don't knock the duct tape. It's gotten me out of some sticky situations before!
I do agree with nate. It's nice to know 100% that no fuel is going to flow.Last edited by GLoweVA; 06-18-2012, 05:32 PM.Hi, my name is George & I'm a twisty addict!
80G (Green paint(PO idea))
The Green Monster
K&N A/F, TC's fuse block, '81 oil cooler, TC's homemade 4-2 w/Mac Mufflers, Raptor 660 ACCT
Got him in '04.
bald tire & borrowing parts
80SG (Black w/red emblems & calipers)
Scarlet
K&N A/F, TC's fuse block, WJ5, Shoei bags, Raptor 660 ACCT.
Got her in '11
Ready for the twisties!
81H (previously CPMaynard's)
Hugo
Full Venturer, Indigo Blue with B/W painted tank.
Cold weather rideComment
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plus 1 on what Nathan said. I shut my gas off every time I park it,just for that reason.I don't trust 32 yr old parts.FOXS-XS11SG
2009 Suzuki V Strom 650,Adventure in Touring,I call her "Smooth" SW Motech engine guard,Coocase top case w/ LED brake and tail lights,20" MRA touring screen w/adjusable bracket,Grip heaters,fender ex-tender,Givi hard sidebags
1980 XS11SG-sold
1999 Vulcan classic-sold
1982 XJ 650-sold
Old is only a state of mind......JohnComment
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I took the advance class on my old ducati superbike a few years ago... It was a kick in the a$$!!!! Every once in a while some of us get together on a Friday after work and ride the license course behind the dmv. Its fun to get 4 or 5 guys together and throw in 5 or 10 bucks and see who does the best. Keeps the skills fresh and its kinda fun.
Congrats on passing the class.... Good to hear all went well.Don
1979 XS1100SF "Old Man" bought by my Dad brand new in 79, customized in 80 with Vetter, Standard tank, and touring seat. I inherited in 02 when Dad passed. Been riding it since 09. No resto, bike is a survivor...
2007 RoadStar 1700 Midnight Silverado "The Black Pearl" Cobra Slash-downs, K&N filter. More mods to come
old:
1989 kawi ex500
1996 yzf-r6
1999 yzf-r1
2001 kawi zx-6r
2000 Ducati 748
2002 YZF-R1
2005 V-Star 1100 ClassicComment
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What?
Why are you using 32 yr old parts? I rebuilt my petcocks with new parts and I also have good floats and new float needle valves for just in case.Originally posted by Cuda 69 View PostYou can't stay young forever, but you can be immature for the rest of your life...
'78E "Pathfinder" Show bike...
Lovingly restored by Dave Delzell
Drilled airbox
Tkat fork brace
Hardly mufflers
late model carbs
Newer style fuses
Oil pressure guage
Custom security system
Stainless braid brake linesComment
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