1981H xs1100 rebuild project, started Feb.2017

[FranksBMW]

So it's a 1981 xs1100 H, Canadian, originally indigo blue



Does that make it a Venturer?

[FranksBMW]

4T100043x

matching numbers on frame and motor

[IanDMacDonald]

This is EXACTLY how I'd like a Standard to look! Except, I really like the Venturer blue.

[mcmotohistory]

No swirly wheels on the 81. Here's mine.

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[red bandit]

Yes, an 81. Didn't the 81 have swirly wheels?

[motoman]

Got to change back my signature?

Peace of mind for yourself, if serial no. starts with 4R1, tis' an 81 Venturer. Serial no. is located on right-side on steering neck. Also, if motor original, serial no. is on right side, top of engine case above clutch cover, stamped into a rectangle recess. If engine is original, that serial no. matches frame serial no..

[FranksBMW]

The problem with motor oil is that it will NOT free up rings, or take care of rust! ATF or MMO are your best friends at this point, IMHO. BTW, it DOES look like an '81. Check the engine number, and then see if the frame matches it when you can.

Good to know, thanks. Tomorrow.

[DiverRay]

I put in some regular motor oil.

The problem with motor oil is that it will NOT free up rings, or take care of rust! ATF or MMO are your best friends at this point, IMHO. BTW, it DOES look like an '81. Check the engine number, and then see if the frame matches it when you can.

[3Phase]

The black ring-groove on the engine's alternator cover says '81, you should probably change the 'sig after you check the serial numbers, it could be a Frankenbike.

http://www.xs11.com/faqs/153-serial-numbersmodel-designationsfactory-colors.html

U.S. Models:
1981 XS1100H 4R1-000101 Indigo Blue
1981 XS1100SH 4R0-000101 Black Blue, Cardinal Red
1981 XS1100LH 4W1-000001 New Yamaha Black

[FranksBMW]

Got to change back my signature?

[motoman]

Naked!

...and that IS an 81H(Venturer). BTW, no kick-start assembly NOR kick-starter with the 81H. You'll notice the kick-start hole on right side is plugged from factory.

[FranksBMW]

A mystery - cool!

I do remember that the serial number on the steering head ended in 00043x. It was all I could see with the fairing on, and haven't looked since.

I'll check on things tomorrow. Leafs vs Jets is on.

[MaximPhil]

Hi Frank
Take a look at the pictures of Brian's 78E

http://www.xs11.com/forum/showthread.php?p=495160#post495160

Phil

[MaximPhil]

Frank, do the YAMAHA logos on the tank have two screws holding them on?
81 H 6.2 gallon (US) tank does not have screws...all other years do.
Is it time to welcome another Venturer back into the fold ?
Phil

[MaximPhil]

Finally a picture

hi Frank,
The mystery continues. That looks like an 81H that has been painted maroon. Cues are: Front fairing. slotted rotors, saddle, Bags, rack, rear turn signals on a bar. short Special exhaust. rectangle foot rests.
That is a longlist of 81 parts for it to be a 78E
Check date of manufacture on the neck and confirm vin# is same on both.
Somewhere on here is a list to identify all the serial numbers.
Check TCI part number 4RO-

Can you get it inside as this warm spell will not last.
Phil