Well what would someone like to give me for it

[IanDMacDonald]

. . . and probably go another 30K without much needed.

I think I've only put about 4,000 miles on my bike since ownership, and well-over $4k. Maybe I have to ride it 30k before I can have not much needed

[sail4free]

I don't have a carb body to send him, does anyone have one?

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Has he posted which one he needs? I ended up with a box of carbs & carb parts -- pretty sure one or two of them are still good. With moving, etc., haven't taken the time to inspect what is what yet but that nightmare is behind me now. If I have one that will work, happy to ship it to him for FREE. Hope he knows what an incredible resource this group is *and* how freely everyone shares of their time and experience. I got lazy and pushed the easy button but just hearing my ol' girl RUN again inspires me to do more and get back into it.
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It's been so long, I tried starting her last night while on the centerstand *and* in gear! Did not sound good. at. all. Once I rediscovered neutral and got her off the stand, she fired right up. At only 27,000 miles and no 2nd gear issues yet, I'm gonna' try that starting out in 2nd gear (unless going up a hill or too slow) option to beat it if I can. At 61, I think I've had my fair share of rocket blast launches anyway And slower reaction times could get us both in trouble if we start going in different directions.
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These bikes have SOUL you're just never gonna' find in anything else, but I remember from a VW repair manual back in the day that ALL wrenching on these things must be done with LOVE. It's just a machine but they respond well to patient attention to the tiniest of details and a gentle touch. If you can't do the work with love and consideration -- applies to ANY mechanical work IMHO -- you're truly wasting your time.
JIM P.
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[IanDMacDonald]

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Has he posted which one he needs? I ended up with a box of carbs & carb parts -- pretty sure one or two of them are still good. With moving, etc., haven't taken the time to inspect what is what yet but that nightmare is behind me now. If I have one that will work, happy to ship it to him for FREE. Hope he knows what an incredible resource this group is *and* how freely everyone shares of their time and experience. I got lazy and pushed the easy button but just hearing my ol' girl RUN again inspires me to do more and get back into it.
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It's been so long, I tried starting her last night while on the centerstand *and* in gear! Did not sound good. at. all. Once I rediscovered neutral and got her off the stand, she fired right up. At only 27,000 miles and no 2nd gear issues yet, I'm gonna' try that starting out in 2nd gear (unless going up a hill or too slow) option to beat it if I can. At 61, I think I've had my fair share of rocket blast launches anyway And slower reaction times could get us both in trouble if we start going in different directions.
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These bikes have SOUL you're just never gonna' find in anything else, but I remember from a VW repair manual back in the day that ALL wrenching on these things must be done with LOVE. It's just a machine but they respond well to patient attention to the tiniest of details and a gentle touch. If you can't do the work with love and consideration -- applies to ANY mechanical work IMHO -- you're truly wasting your time.
JIM P.
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Wait, what? Starting out in second gear? Is there an assumption that starting in second gear relieves stress on the tranny? Or, is your tranny skipping on 1st? If nothing is wrong, then dear God don't start-out in 2nd gear . . .

[TopCatGr58]

Hey Jim,

Like Ian said, don't start in 2nd. Too much stress on both the dogs/slots and on the clutch! The damage occurs more to the improper shifting of the gears, as well as just the design of 2nd...the dogs/slots don't engage very deeply, and are straight cut, and then when folks shortshift or speedshift and don't get 2nd fully engaged, the wear/tear to the edges/ends of the dogs occurs. With 1st, it's spinning when stopped, and so you get the CLUNK when you downshift into 1st while sitting/stopped at a light. When starting out from home, warm it up, then shut it off...shift into 1st, restart and then take off. Whe coming to a stoplight, hold the clutch lever in and keep it in 1st, both for preparedness in the case of a needed quick take off manuever to evade a car barreling down on you from behind and not stopping in time!!!
Then just be firm and thorough when shifting from 1st to 2nd using the clutch and backing off of the throttle a touch to allow the gears to mesh quicker/easier without as much stress before putting the power back into it.

Starting off in 2nd actually puts more stress on the dogs and slots due to the lack of leverage and the gear ratio of 2nd vs. 1st.

T.C.

[fredintoon]

- - - The end game for me would be open a box, put em in the bike, turn on the fuels, bike runs as should. Worth twice the money like that.
You all are great, I am a horticulturist and Arborist if ever you need anything from me feel free to ask

Hi Jeff,
perhaps posting an ad in the parts wanted forum for a good carb rack would find you one?
And there's these trees in my back yard - - - ?
Nah, the commute would kill the deal.

[sail4free]

Like Ian said, don't start in 2nd. Too much stress on both the dogs/slots and on the clutch! The damage occurs more to the improper shifting of the gears, as well as just the design of 2nd...the dogs/slots don't engage very deeply, and are straight cut, and then when folks shortshift or speedshift and don't get 2nd fully engaged, the wear/tear to the edges/ends of the dogs occurs. With 1st, it's spinning when stopped, and so you get the CLUNK when you downshift into 1st while sitting/stopped at a light. When starting out from home, warm it up, then shut it off...shift into 1st, restart and then take off. Whe coming to a stoplight, hold the clutch lever in and keep it in 1st, both for preparedness in the case of a needed quick take off manuever to evade a car barreling down on you from behind and not stopping in time!!!
Then just be firm and thorough when shifting from 1st to 2nd using the clutch and backing off of the throttle a touch to allow the gears to mesh quicker/easier without as much stress before putting the power back into it.

Starting off in 2nd actually puts more stress on the dogs and slots due to the lack of leverage and the gear ratio of 2nd vs. 1st.

T.C.

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In my file notes, I have this comment from Martini Man:
"I have to agree with what you say. I own 4 XS1100's. 2 of them have done 300,000 miles and never had any transmission problems. My secret is always put it in gear, usually 1st, pull the clutch and press the starter. I use 2nd to pull away unless I'm on a hill or need to go slow. Putting it in 1st gear produces a loud clunk which is letting you know the bike don't like it, so switch it off before engaging 1st gear whilst at a standstill. If you use this method, you will never have any gear trouble...."
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So it sounds like I need to grab 1st before stopping at a light? Happy to follow your guidance . . . just sounded like MM had figured out some way to dodge the onerous 2nd gear issue? Spending more time riding than fixing is *my* idea of a good time I realize already that starting in 2nd does require a lot more of the clutch . . . surprised mine even still works after doing nothing for 12 years . . . don't want to jinx my good luck
JIM P.
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[Jeffintampa]

well considering it again

Whats it worth, new rebuilt carbs by a pro new paint job on tank new shims so all valves will be correct, on lost nut down the pipe......

[mack]

Wait

Wait till you get the carbs back and installed. We have members in your area who could help with the sync and tuning. Once you've ridden a properly tuned XS11, you'll be hooked and no one could offer you enough money.

[Rasputin]

Whats it worth, new rebuilt carbs by a pro new paint job on tank new shims so all valves will be correct, on lost nut down the pipe......

If you give it up now, I will have to come to Florida and Kick your arse.

[Jeffintampa]

you kill me

If you give it up now, I will have to come to Florida and Kick your arse.

You kill me I laughed my butt off come on down anytime I owe you huge