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  • #16
    Fresh pics, I added my own machined brass bushings, and E-clip seat struts, used a pair of old valve springs from one of my Chevy L-6 engines, and they are about as perfect of spring rate as I could ask for. Also mounted the ammo can-saddlebag, to carry some backup wrenches, screwdrivers, wire pliers, and still have enough room for a 1-liter soda and my usual lunch Tupperware.


    BARE BONES CHOPPERS: If it don't make it go faster, you don't need it!
    80 XS1100SG(cafe in progress *slowly)

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    • #17
      Looks much better. Could I get a close-up or two of yer seat springs? I have a couple Chev valve springs I've been saving for the same purpose.

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      • #18
        These are the bushings and struts I made, the brass bushings press into the frame.

        And here are the struts and springs mounted up. I just wish the brass bushings were visible, as brass is going to be a theme for details on the bike.
        BARE BONES CHOPPERS: If it don't make it go faster, you don't need it!
        80 XS1100SG(cafe in progress *slowly)

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        • #19
          Originally posted by daveyg View Post
          These are the bushings and struts I made, the brass bushings press into the frame.

          And here are the struts and springs mounted up. I just wish the brass bushings were visible, as brass is going to be a theme for details on the bike.
          looks good,
          would a washer between the frame and spring
          better support the spring evenly? jat
          pete


          new owner of
          08 gen2 hayabusa


          former owner
          1981 xs1100 RH (aus) (5N5)
          zrx carbs
          18mm float height
          145 main jets
          38 pilots
          slide needle shimmed .5mm washer
          fitted with v/stax and uni pod filters

          [url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pA8dwxmAVA&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL[/url]

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          • #20
            Originally posted by petejw View Post
            looks good,
            would a washer between the frame and spring
            better support the spring evenly? jat
            I had thought of that, might add that later. An added bonus is that it will allow the machined brass piece to be seen...
            BARE BONES CHOPPERS: If it don't make it go faster, you don't need it!
            80 XS1100SG(cafe in progress *slowly)

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            • #21
              Originally posted by daveyg View Post
              I had thought of that, might add that later. An added bonus is that it will allow the machined brass piece to be seen...
              Hi Davey,
              get a length of brass bar about 1/4" bigger in diameter than the frame tube.
              Put it crosswise in a 4-jaw and bore through it to fit the frame tube.
              Swap to a 3-jaw, centre the work, bore through to fit the slider bolts, turn each end to make a seat for the spring then cut the bar in halves to make the lower spring holders.
              Make the top spring holders to look the same without the scoops.
              Fred Hill, S'toon
              XS11SG with Spirit of America sidecar
              "The Flying Pumpkin"

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              • #22
                Probably a bit late now, but the early models had a LOT of trouble with the camchain tensioners. Be very careful to follow the manual carefully when adjusting it, as it's an engine-out job to replace the tensioner.
                Other than that, what the other guys said about the fan blades.
                Great little high revving (for a pushrod motor) and easy to service bike. Put a pair of conti mufflers on it and it'll sound like the ultimate ducati!
                79 SF Special W/ Stock all original motor @ 384,000klms
                Stock exhaust, stock airbox, XJ sump, 78E carbs, Xs1100RH seat, Bosch superhorns, 5/8ths front M/c, braided lines, sintered SBS pads, drilled discs, progressive springs, 8" 50w HID headlight 4300K, 2 x 50w HID spiral driving lights, KONI shocks, Spade fuse box
                *Touring mode - Plexistar 2 screen, Gearsack rack & bag & saddlebags, homebuilt towbar
                *"The Keg"- UC torana hubs, XS11 discs, Tokico 4 spot calipers

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                • #23
                  Not sure on cam chain tension, this one is an 81, maybe I'll check the CX forum closer before I worry about it.
                  Someone on one of my other forums requested a left side picture, so here r a few.



                  Took these this morning after the trip to work with numb hands, damn I gotta find some gloves...
                  BARE BONES CHOPPERS: If it don't make it go faster, you don't need it!
                  80 XS1100SG(cafe in progress *slowly)

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                  • #24
                    Made the baffles for my pipes today, check it.

                    These are the individual press fit machined pieces.
                    And this is the baffle assembly.


                    And this is installed in the stainless tubing.

                    Took a lot more pics but the flash just made the rest a big glare.
                    BARE BONES CHOPPERS: If it don't make it go faster, you don't need it!
                    80 XS1100SG(cafe in progress *slowly)

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                    • #25
                      Frame

                      So there is no frame rails that run under the engine?
                      81 SH

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                      • #26
                        Originally posted by jimp1967 View Post
                        So there is no frame rails that run under the engine?
                        Nope. The engine drops straight down. Pretty easy to change one out really. I had to on mine.
                        Greg

                        Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”

                        ― Albert Einstein

                        80 SG Ol' Okie;79 engine & carbs w/pods, 45 pilots, 140 mains, Custom Mac 4 into 2 exhaust, ACCT,XS850 final drive,110/90/19 front tire,TKat fork brace, XS750 140 MPH speedometer, Vetter IV fairing, aftermarket hard bags and trunk, LG high back seat, XJ rear shocks.

                        The list changes.

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                        • #27
                          Frame

                          Interesting, yes I can see getting that motor out of there pretty fast.
                          81 SH

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                          • #28
                            I have one in the garage. Okay bike. Not a daily rider.
                            1979 XS1100F
                            2H9 Mod, Truck-Lite LED Headlight, TECHNA-FIT S/S Brake Lines, Rear Air Shocks, TKAT Fork Brace, Dyna DC-I Coils, TC Fuse Block, Barnett HD Clutch Springs, Superbike Handlebars, V-Star 650 ACCT, NGK Irridium Plugs, OEM Exhaust. CNC-Cut 2nd Gear Dogs; Ported/Milled Head; Modded Airbox: 8x8 Wix Panel Filter; #137.5 Main Jet, Viper Yellow Paint, Michelin Pilot Activ F/R, Interstate AGM Battery, 14MM MC, Maier Fairing, Cree LED Fog Lights.

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                            • #29
                              I rode mine all over Texas for a year or 2. Actually a pretty good road bike but not real fast.

                              Was good riding around DFW in the traffic jams because it's water cooled.

                              I did experience the cooling fan knock as was mentioned earlier, thought I blew the engine. Simple fix though.

                              The carbs are a bitch to work on though. Nearly impossible to get to with the engine in the bike.

                              I found it to be a good dependable bike although a bit under powered. It was the forerunner to the Goldwing.

                              I had a 79 Custom.
                              Greg

                              Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”

                              ― Albert Einstein

                              80 SG Ol' Okie;79 engine & carbs w/pods, 45 pilots, 140 mains, Custom Mac 4 into 2 exhaust, ACCT,XS850 final drive,110/90/19 front tire,TKat fork brace, XS750 140 MPH speedometer, Vetter IV fairing, aftermarket hard bags and trunk, LG high back seat, XJ rear shocks.

                              The list changes.

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                              • #30
                                Originally posted by BA80 View Post
                                I found it to be a good dependable bike although a bit under powered. It was the forerunner to the Goldwing.

                                I had a 79 Custom.
                                How that? The GoldWing was introduced as a 1975 model. Wasn't the CX/GL500 several years later? Is this a case of your fingers outrunning your brain, or did I miss something?

                                Marty (in Mississippi)
                                XS1100SG
                                XS650SK
                                XS650SH
                                XS650G
                                XS6502F
                                XS650E

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