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  • #1

    FNG New XS

    Hello All,
    My new (to me) 1979 Special was dropped off yesterday. I got it from Ole's Classic Cycle and it is awesome. I have re-built several Yamahas and Hondas in the past and know the amount of time and effort it took him to build this machine. I have only been able to put about 50 miles on it so far, but will do more this weekend.

    I have been lurking on this sight and am looking forward to continuing to learn about these bikes from you guys. Safe Riding!
    Larry
    1979 XS1100SF
    1981 XJ650 Maxim
    1981 XS650 (Frame off rebuild/mild custom)
    1981 SR500 (Pristine Stock Original)
    1979 XT500 (Configured as a TT500)
    2008 HD Sportster (With Texas Ranger sidecar)
    1967 Honda 305 Scrambler (Frame off restoration)
    1966 Honda S90 (Frame off restoration/My first bike)
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    Welcome to the site. If you've got the free time, the XSEast rally is next weekend in SE Ohio. Maybe you could join up with them and meet some faces. Check the rally pages.

    Unfortunately, It's a little too far away for me and the funds are a little low, otherwise I would love to go.

    Edit: PS. We love pics! (get a photobucket account and if you've got an android phone you can get the photobucket app and it automatically uploads your pics, then all you've got to do then is post the pic link to the thread and poof! done!)

    Another edit: in your signature put your bike info, so that way anytime you post something, the readers know about what you have.
    Last edited by GLoweVA; 05-18-2012, 12:07 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 ride

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    • #3
      Oh and I forgot to add, in the members forum, there's a sub forum up top that you can put your location in so others in the area can find you.

      Also there's a ZeeMap that has flags/pins for members to post their locations too. http://www.zeemaps.com/map?group=153721

      It's always nice to know if there's another fellow XSive around the corner (or in the next county) you can count on for assistance.
      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 ride

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      • #4
        1970? Honda Z50... gone
        1974? Yamaha 100 Enduro... gone
        1974 Honda CB200... gone
        1981 Yamaha Virago 750... gone
        1993 Honda Shadow 1100... gone
        2008 Honda VTX 1800F
        1982 Yamaha XJ1100J w/850 final, Raptor ACCT
        1979 Yamaha XS1100SF "Chewey" Raptor ACCT

        http://www.johnsoldiron.com

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        • #5
          WOOEEE, i bet that was a pretty penny already restored from a cycle shop. I bet its beautiful. Cant wait to see some pics.
          Jeff
          77 XS750 2D completely stock
          79 SF XS1100 "Picky" stock with harley mufflers

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          • #6
            How do you do that with the emoticons??????????
            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!

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            • #7
              With photobucket
              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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              • #8
                Here are some pictures. Was trying to figure Photobucket out and was excited to share the bike's arrival.

                Larry
                1979 XS1100SF
                1981 XJ650 Maxim
                1981 XS650 (Frame off rebuild/mild custom)
                1981 SR500 (Pristine Stock Original)
                1979 XT500 (Configured as a TT500)
                2008 HD Sportster (With Texas Ranger sidecar)
                1967 Honda 305 Scrambler (Frame off restoration)
                1966 Honda S90 (Frame off restoration/My first bike)

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                • #9
                  Trying again.





                  Last edited by crazy steve; 05-18-2012, 01:59 PM. Reason: Showing the pics....
                  Larry
                  1979 XS1100SF
                  1981 XJ650 Maxim
                  1981 XS650 (Frame off rebuild/mild custom)
                  1981 SR500 (Pristine Stock Original)
                  1979 XT500 (Configured as a TT500)
                  2008 HD Sportster (With Texas Ranger sidecar)
                  1967 Honda 305 Scrambler (Frame off restoration)
                  1966 Honda S90 (Frame off restoration/My first bike)

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                  • #10
                    You have to copy and paste the IMG code. The second one from the bottom in the dropdown that appears when you hover your cursor over the pic.
                    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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                    • #11
                      Nice ride!!!

                      Im so freakin jelouse!!!!!! That bike is sweet!
                      80 XS1100G Black Betty (Daily Driver)
                      79 XS1100SF (Buddys Project)
                      82 XJ750 Maxim (Fathers Bike)
                      81 CB750F SS (Buddys Project)
                      06 GSX600F Sold! (Was Mine)
                      81 XS1100 Failed Bobber Project (Mine)
                      81 XS1100 Parts (Mine)

                      Grip it, Rip it, and Stick it!!!

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                      • #12
                        Hey there,

                        Great looking machine! Just a few notes, the handlebars are not OEM... thankfully because the OEM Special "rototiller" style bars have been a pain in most folks wrists. You'll note that the master cylinder reservoir appears a bit tilted, and that's because it was designed for the more extreme angle of the special bars. It will work just fine in that position as long as you keep it well topped off with brake fluid....will just need to turn the bars to get the reservoir level before opening!

                        Secondly, the tires are DUNLOP which are a good brand, but they are the lesser quality version D404 series vs the Elite II and now Elite 3. A review of it's specs will show that it is not rated for as much weight capacity, and therefore, they can wear out faster, so notate your starting mileage. 3-4 k miles will be about what you may expect from the rear. A search for tire threads will reveal lots of info regarding other brands/models that have recently come into favor with the membership. The Elite 3's seem to have possibly either reduced their quality, or softened their compound because they have been reported to not be lasting the 8k miles that they have been known to last previously!

                        Welcome to the madness, ride safe, have fun, and enjoy!

                        T.C.
                        T. C. Gresham
                        81SH "Godzilla" . . .1179cc super-rat.
                        79SF "The Teacher" . . .basket case!
                        History shows again and again,
                        How nature points out the folly of men!

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                        • #13
                          Welcome. Nice looking bike. The Dunlop 404 is an decent tire that will do most things just fine. If you can join us you will be made welcome in Cambridge. XSEast Rally page here http://www.xs11.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34651
                          Maxim Phil
                          1981 XS1100 H Venturer ( Addie)
                          1983 XJ 650 Maxim
                          2004 Kawasaki Concours. ( Black Bear)

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                          • #14
                            Thanks to all for the comments. I know the handlebars are not original and the pipes are aftermarket Macs. I will probably be going to a higher bar, I'm getting too old to crouch over gas tanks for extended periods. I will be keeping the Dunlops till they wear out, then will be looking for additional advice.

                            I would love to meet some of you in Cambridge. Will have to check my schedule, grandkid little league games are taking precedence right now.
                            Larry
                            1979 XS1100SF
                            1981 XJ650 Maxim
                            1981 XS650 (Frame off rebuild/mild custom)
                            1981 SR500 (Pristine Stock Original)
                            1979 XT500 (Configured as a TT500)
                            2008 HD Sportster (With Texas Ranger sidecar)
                            1967 Honda 305 Scrambler (Frame off restoration)
                            1966 Honda S90 (Frame off restoration/My first bike)

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                            • #15
                              Originally posted by Roadman48 View Post
                              Hello All,
                              My new (to me) 1979 Special was dropped off yesterday. I got it from Ole's Classic Cycle and it is awesome. I have re-built several Yamahas and Hondas in the past and know the amount of time and effort it took him to build this machine. I have only been able to put about 50 miles on it so far, but will do more this weekend.

                              I have been lurking on this sight and am looking forward to continuing to learn about these bikes from you guys. Safe Riding!
                              FNG......where have I seen that before?

                              Nice looking special Roadie.
                              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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