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Originally posted by natemoen
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was that unmodified too then?XS1100F 1980 European model. Standard. Dyna coils. Iridium plugs. XS750 final drive (sometimes). Micron fork brace. Progressive front springs. Geezer regulator/rectifier. Stainless 4 into 2 exhaust. Auto CCT (Venturer 1300) SOLD. New project now on the go. 1980 European model. -
Correct. I never had to do anything to it.Originally posted by James England View PostNathan
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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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And yet others have drilled and used a grinder. Why is that? It can't just be lack of expertise in using the tool, surely, when knee looks at how much grinding or drilling is necessary....Originally posted by natemoen View PostXS1100F 1980 European model. Standard. Dyna coils. Iridium plugs. XS750 final drive (sometimes). Micron fork brace. Progressive front springs. Geezer regulator/rectifier. Stainless 4 into 2 exhaust. Auto CCT (Venturer 1300) SOLD. New project now on the go. 1980 European model.Comment
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I just use a screwdriver and put it on the bucket lip and push it down. It was very quick and easy. It is a trick to get it to push down without spinning and is pretty stiff to push down but still and easy task all in all.Jeff
77 XS750 2D completely stock
79 SF XS1100 "Picky" stock with harley mufflersComment
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Oh, in my case, it can be exactly that.Originally posted by James England View Post
I'm a rider, not a mechanic. I've accomplished the myriad of maintenance projects over the past 8 years on my bike largely due to the input of members contributing to this site.
A lot of the projects are things I'm attempting for the first time. Such as the shim swap. I enjoyed it very much. When the MP tool didn't work for me, it was cool to find a fix for that here. I enjoyed drilling and grinding it, customizing the tool for the job at hand, with success.
With so many smart experienced contributors here, we sometimes have options on how to do things. I respect all of the input, and it's up to me to choose what might work best in my own situation.
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James I have 3 of them (inherited mostly) and 2 are the motion type. Non of tem have given me any grief. I do not even look to see which one I am grabbing anymore. Possibly differing manufacture people or what have you but mine have all been good.Originally posted by James England View Post2-79 XS1100 SF
2-78 XS1100 E Best bike Ever
80 XS 1100 SG Big bore kit but not fully running yet.
Couple of more parts bikes of which 2 more will live!Comment
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I do know on the GS site, a good majority have ground their MP shim tool. I must have got lucky. No issues.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.Comment
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