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I just got mine in the mail today and had it on the bike in about five or so minutes. What a simple and wonderful swap! Goodbye leaky-leaky!
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I install the rapter tensioner last night along with a valve cover gasket. Noboldy has said anything about it working. Just curious. Got mine from Muff's alsoKeep the shiny side up
1979 XS1100SF
Mac 4-1
Drilled airbox Uni filter
Vmax bars
Virago 1" shorter shocks
30K miles
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1981XS1100SH
'80 G Forks and Triple Tree
'80 G tank
Mac Turnouts
Virago 1" shorter rear shocks
SH Headlight
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Okay.........does it seem to be working fine?Originally posted by tweeleft View Post81H 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.Comment
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I've got about 100 miles on mine since installing it. No issues here.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
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1989 kawi ex500
1996 yzf-r6
1999 yzf-r1
2001 kawi zx-6r
2000 Ducati 748
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2005 V-Star 1100 ClassicComment
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Does it matter what year the Raptor is? The newer ones don't look the same ...the part that is.Yamaha 80
Suzuki TM 400
Honda CB 400
Yamaha XS650 chopper
Honda 1800 VTX S
Suzuki C-50 Bobber (wifes)
HD Road King Classic
Yamaha XS 1100Comment
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I too am in the raptor club, threw mine in last month, the day before i went on a 600mi ride! I was told I would need longer allen bolts but that turned out not to be the case. Anyway, its fantastic.80 XS1100GComment
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For a complete listing of which ACCTs fit the XS, look here: http://www.xs11.com/forum/showthread.php?t=35501Originally posted by PapaBear1950 View PostFast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two
'78E original owner - resto project
'78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
'82 XJ rebuild project
'80SG restified, red SOLD
'79F parts...
'81H more parts...
Other current bikes:
'93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
'86 XL883/1200 Chopper
'82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...Comment
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Thank you Steve! I got a bid in on ebay already thanks to your info!Yamaha 80
Suzuki TM 400
Honda CB 400
Yamaha XS650 chopper
Honda 1800 VTX S
Suzuki C-50 Bobber (wifes)
HD Road King Classic
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OK, Why do I need it
From someone who purchased a bike (79 special) with 18,00 miles and so far, no issues with the engine, should I purchase this as a preemptive maintenance measure? It does seem something that from reading numerous posts, is an issue that many are concerned about. And if this is the case, maybe a quick explanation as to why this is is so important for those of us who are not so technically savvy? If this has been covered in previous posts, I apologize, I have been married for 32 years, and my brain is not what it used to be. (if any of you know my wife, please refrain from affirming to her that I am an not so smart, she is pretty good at doing that herself, plus, I just lost her cat 2 days ago so I am not the most popular person in my home right now):-) Thanks, JonLast edited by LiteFiter; 10-11-2012, 07:30 PM.1979 XS1100 Special
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OK, Why do I need it
This is from someone who purchased a bike (79 special) with 18,00 miles and so far, has had no issues with the engine; should I purchase this as a preemptive maintenance measure? It does seem something that from reading numerous posts that is an issue that many are concerned about. Thanks, Jon1979 XS1100 Special
1965 T125 Triumph Custom ChopperComment
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If you have the funds to do it and there are no other pressing issues on your bike I would absolutely recommend this change. For one thing it is a set it and forget it kind of deal. After any Cam chain adjustment with the old style tensioners there is always the chance it may slip or that you may strip the bolt holding the tension.
I have changed every single bike I run, to this style, and have extra tensioners for those that do not yet run. This is very important as well for those who are a bit neglectful on their servicing. It takes the "what if " out of the equation. I highly recommend this procedure for anyone who rides XS's.2-79 XS1100 SF
2-78 XS1100 E Best bike Ever
80 XS 1100 SG Big bore kit but not fully running yet.
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+1 on that! These are the number one source of oil leaks, besides what Rasputin mentioned. The only reason IMO to keep the stock unit is if you're going for a 100 pt restoration...Originally posted by Rasputin View Post
Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two
'78E original owner - resto project
'78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
'82 XJ rebuild project
'80SG restified, red SOLD
'79F parts...
'81H more parts...
Other current bikes:
'93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
'86 XL883/1200 Chopper
'82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...Comment
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I sure can't think of any reason (other than Crazy Steve's above) not to upgrade such a simple part. More consistent tension is a very good thing. And the price is very right.-- Clint
1979 XS1100F - bought for $500 in 1989Comment
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The tensioner is a well documented weak point. Plenty have had theirs fail, some have been very luck and not had any damage, others not so luck and their piston ate some valves.
If you are going for a perfect restoration you probably are not going to be riding much if at all, so the stock is fine. If you plan on riding the bike then I think it is just a matter time as to when that POS OEM tensioner will fail. Since you can get the raptor or vision tensioners for under $20 usually I say do it sooner rather than later.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.
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Ready to buy
OK, I am convinced it is an easy preventative measure to take. Question, there are a couple of used ACT's through Muff's for around $20. But there is also a new one with gasket available through Weller racing for $90. I have had some not so great experiences in the past when buying used, and I get concerned when dealing with something that is inside the case. Am I over thinking this? I would rather pay the $20 but don't want to spend low and suffer for it later. Thanks, Jon1979 XS1100 Special
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