Announcement

Collapse
No announcement yet.

Detroit Venturer Project

Collapse
X
 
  • Filter
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts

  • #16
    The Trouble with Handgrips

    Thanks Mike P and Schming.

    My 'need to know' is satisfied, learning the silver knob was added by the PO.

    That NEP Cruise Control would work for sure for $20, although it is less substantial ('cheaper') than the one I am struggling with. The NEP does work OK, as I have had it on a couple of my other bikes.

    We'll see what works the best.

    Isn't it humorous that I did the front wheel bearings, the steering bearings, new fork seals, new front tire, rebuilt brake calipers, rebuilt front brake MC, fixed the CCT........and I am posting my struggles with HANDGRIPS!
    -Mike
    _________
    '79 XS1100SF 20k miles
    '80 XS1100SG 44k miles
    '81 XS1100H Venturer 35k miles
    '79 XS750SF 17k miles
    '85 Honda V65 Magna ~7k miles
    '84 Honda V65 Magna 48k miles (parts bike)
    '86 Yamaha VMAX 9k miles

    Previous: '68 Motoguzzi 600cc + '79 XS750SF 22k miles +'84 Honda V65

    Comment


    • #17
      Hi Mike,
      My tank has the same crack pattern....except the PO pianted over it.
      With some gentle heat you should be able to peel off the decal in theory anyway.
      Phil
      1981 XS1100 H Venturer ( Addie)
      1983 XJ 650 Maxim
      2004 Kawasaki Concours. ( Black Bear)

      Comment


      • #18
        Decal Removal

        Phil: I was dreaming of a scenario where I could remove the decal and save the paint.

        I suspect there is a clear coat.

        Maybe some combination of sanding and heat?
        -Mike
        _________
        '79 XS1100SF 20k miles
        '80 XS1100SG 44k miles
        '81 XS1100H Venturer 35k miles
        '79 XS750SF 17k miles
        '85 Honda V65 Magna ~7k miles
        '84 Honda V65 Magna 48k miles (parts bike)
        '86 Yamaha VMAX 9k miles

        Previous: '68 Motoguzzi 600cc + '79 XS750SF 22k miles +'84 Honda V65

        Comment


        • #19
          Originally posted by Radioguylogs View Post
          Phil: I was dreaming of a scenario where I could remove the decal and save the paint.

          I suspect there is a clear coat.

          Maybe some combination of sanding and heat?
          Hi Mike,
          Worth a try. Very fine grit maybe 1000 or even 1500 to get the clear coat off.
          Or leave it alone and live with the cracks.

          Phil
          1981 XS1100 H Venturer ( Addie)
          1983 XJ 650 Maxim
          2004 Kawasaki Concours. ( Black Bear)

          Comment


          • #20
            Odds & Ends

            Today's theme is pictures of the findings that needed attention.
            ___________________

            The gearcase filler plugs and filter bolt were replaced because they are badly buggered. You can see the PO ground flats onto one of the plugs to remove it:



            These are the connector terminals that were sitting a puddle inside the vinyl bag behind the headlight:





            I had cleaned the bigger terminals twice with Deoxit and brushes, then decided they must be replaced.

            I have always been skeptical that crimps were truly impervious to corrosion. I was always a believer in solder. I measured the resistance of these corroded crimps and found no measurable resistance! (Can you hear Marty applauding?!?)

            It took me 2 tries to buy the right tool (for non-insulated), but now I have new skill:



            I used the zip-tie suggestion from Mike P and was successful to position the front connector bag upside down, as best I could:



            Some will scoff, but I found the fusebox is in good condition. My older XS's had brass terminals that broke off, and the terminals had resistance that made them heat up. This bike has plated steel terminals that still look fine with a little cleaning, and the (robust- haha) crimps are still shiny. So, I just cleaned it all up and made a fresh label:



            I still have to rewire the taillights on the trunk, and the radio/lights in the fairing; but I will come back to that later when I am "re-dressing" the bike. I am eager to pull of the rear wheel and swing arm to service those items next:
            -Mike
            _________
            '79 XS1100SF 20k miles
            '80 XS1100SG 44k miles
            '81 XS1100H Venturer 35k miles
            '79 XS750SF 17k miles
            '85 Honda V65 Magna ~7k miles
            '84 Honda V65 Magna 48k miles (parts bike)
            '86 Yamaha VMAX 9k miles

            Previous: '68 Motoguzzi 600cc + '79 XS750SF 22k miles +'84 Honda V65

            Comment


            • #21
              ...and Another Thing...

              Oh yeah, forgot about the IGN switch connector:



              PO had it zip-tied together. Effective, bot not eloquent nor durable.

              I was surprised the replacement from Parts-n-More was an exact replacement for about $3, so I didn't bother to change the female side.
              -Mike
              _________
              '79 XS1100SF 20k miles
              '80 XS1100SG 44k miles
              '81 XS1100H Venturer 35k miles
              '79 XS750SF 17k miles
              '85 Honda V65 Magna ~7k miles
              '84 Honda V65 Magna 48k miles (parts bike)
              '86 Yamaha VMAX 9k miles

              Previous: '68 Motoguzzi 600cc + '79 XS750SF 22k miles +'84 Honda V65

              Comment


              • #22
                Mike, good to see your correcting notorious issue areas. I would also suggest removing the Stop/Run switch and clean those contact points. This connection completes the running circuit and is notorious for being a voltage drop area. Cleaning of contacts, etc. is easily done by dropping both halves of switch into a shot glass of Evapo-Rust for a couple hours(switch and all), remove, rinse with watwr and blow-dry pieces. Re-attach to bars and plug-in of wire harness is located at top right frame rail under fuel tank.
                81H 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


                • #23
                  Brant (Motoman)

                  It's already done exactly as you described.

                  I find the trouble seems to be that tiny spring gets rusty and it doesn't move to make the parts contact.

                  Thanks for looking out for me.
                  Last edited by Radioguylogs; 03-07-2020, 12:02 AM.
                  -Mike
                  _________
                  '79 XS1100SF 20k miles
                  '80 XS1100SG 44k miles
                  '81 XS1100H Venturer 35k miles
                  '79 XS750SF 17k miles
                  '85 Honda V65 Magna ~7k miles
                  '84 Honda V65 Magna 48k miles (parts bike)
                  '86 Yamaha VMAX 9k miles

                  Previous: '68 Motoguzzi 600cc + '79 XS750SF 22k miles +'84 Honda V65

                  Comment


                  • #24
                    Hi Mike,
                    Thanks for the posts of your continued adventure of your Venturer restoration. While the fuse panel looks good remember the glass fuses can fail while appearing good so carry some spares.
                    Hope to ride with you again perhaps even on my Venturer.

                    Phil
                    1981 XS1100 H Venturer ( Addie)
                    1983 XJ 650 Maxim
                    2004 Kawasaki Concours. ( Black Bear)

                    Comment


                    • #25
                      Wow... Another super Mike Restoration

                      Mike,
                      Not sure how I missed this thread. I reviewed everything and again must pass along my sincere compliments. Darn that thing is gonna be beautiful.
                      Kurt.
                      Kurt Boehringer
                      Peachtree City, Georgia

                      1970 - CT70K0 - Mini-Trail
                      1978 - SR500 - Thumper
                      1979 - CT70H - Mini-Trail
                      1979 - XS1100SF - Pensacola
                      1980 - XS850SG - Rocky
                      1980 - XS1100SG - The Ugly Duck
                      1980 - XS1100SG - Mayberry Duck
                      1981 - XS1100SH - DEAD Duck Cafe'
                      1981 - XJ550 Maxim - Nancy's Mini-Max
                      1982 - XJ650 SECA - Hurricane
                      1986 - FJ1200 - Georgia Big Red
                      1992 - FZR1000 - Genesis
                      2016 - FJR1300A - Montgomery

                      Comment


                      • #26
                        Originally posted by MaximPhil View Post
                        While the fuse panel looks good remember the glass fuses can fail while appearing good so carry some spares.

                        Hope to ride with you again perhaps even on my Venturer.

                        Phil
                        Phil:

                        I did buy fresh fuses and I made sure there are extras stored on the bike in the provided reserve spots.

                        The PO had actually used the US sized fuses in two locations.

                        I do hope to see Addie this fall. Now that you are 'retired', you have time to get her ready, right?

                        Kurt: Thanks for the encouragement. I'll need it when I start polishing the cases.
                        Last edited by Radioguylogs; 03-07-2020, 11:38 PM.
                        -Mike
                        _________
                        '79 XS1100SF 20k miles
                        '80 XS1100SG 44k miles
                        '81 XS1100H Venturer 35k miles
                        '79 XS750SF 17k miles
                        '85 Honda V65 Magna ~7k miles
                        '84 Honda V65 Magna 48k miles (parts bike)
                        '86 Yamaha VMAX 9k miles

                        Previous: '68 Motoguzzi 600cc + '79 XS750SF 22k miles +'84 Honda V65

                        Comment


                        • #27
                          I knew u'd appreciate this Venturer. If I find another one in good condition, I'll buy it.
                          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


                          • #28
                            Originally posted by Radioguylogs View Post
                            Phil:


                            I do hope to see Addie this fall. Now that you are 'retired', you have time to get her ready, right?

                            .
                            Hi Mike,
                            I like to think so too but so far the early part of the year continues busy. Boat delivery from Florida and preping the Concours for Colorado will keep me busy.
                            No XSSE for me this year.
                            Phil
                            1981 XS1100 H Venturer ( Addie)
                            1983 XJ 650 Maxim
                            2004 Kawasaki Concours. ( Black Bear)

                            Comment


                            • #29
                              Originally posted by IanDMacDonald View Post
                              I knew u'd appreciate this Venturer. If I find another one in good condition, I'll buy it.
                              I'll return the favor if I see one!
                              -Mike
                              _________
                              '79 XS1100SF 20k miles
                              '80 XS1100SG 44k miles
                              '81 XS1100H Venturer 35k miles
                              '79 XS750SF 17k miles
                              '85 Honda V65 Magna ~7k miles
                              '84 Honda V65 Magna 48k miles (parts bike)
                              '86 Yamaha VMAX 9k miles

                              Previous: '68 Motoguzzi 600cc + '79 XS750SF 22k miles +'84 Honda V65

                              Comment


                              • #30
                                Originally posted by MaximPhil View Post
                                Hi Mike,
                                I like to think so too but so far the early part of the year continues busy. Boat delivery from Florida and preping the Concours for Colorado will keep me busy.
                                No XSSE for me this year.
                                Phil
                                Won't be complete without you.

                                You'll be missed, but we understand.

                                [You're gonna let Brian walk away with the long distance award uncontested?!?]
                                Last edited by Radioguylogs; 03-09-2020, 01:34 PM.
                                -Mike
                                _________
                                '79 XS1100SF 20k miles
                                '80 XS1100SG 44k miles
                                '81 XS1100H Venturer 35k miles
                                '79 XS750SF 17k miles
                                '85 Honda V65 Magna ~7k miles
                                '84 Honda V65 Magna 48k miles (parts bike)
                                '86 Yamaha VMAX 9k miles

                                Previous: '68 Motoguzzi 600cc + '79 XS750SF 22k miles +'84 Honda V65

                                Comment

                                Working...
                                X