Is there an XS1100 Tech/Info compendium?

[XS-play]

[red bandit]

The standard and special triple trees are different to compensate the different forks axel location.

[DiverRay]

Bike is looking nice! The shifter is aftermarket "forward control", not stock. You will need to remove the bolts on the airbox to install the carbs. If you have not replaced or treated the rubber parts, I'll get the name of the product I use. It's about $20 for a small windex size squirt bottle, but works very well.

[bikerphil]

Yes, triple trees are different for Standard and Special. The Special forks have a leading front axle, Standard does not. They use different TT's to keep the geometry exactly the same for the two models.

Ok, I see it has been answered already.

[XS-play]

The standard and special triple trees are different to compensate the different forks axel location.

Thanx Red Bandit

That is what I was wondering in my original post, I only checked the trees for width between the bores, I will have to scrutinize them more carefully to see if any have a different angle. Is there an easy way to spot the difference? Casting marks? Or maybe a part number? Doh! I will dig out what I have and get some images to post up.

[XS-play]

Bike is looking nice! The shifter is aftermarket "forward control", not stock. You will need to remove the bolts on the airbox to install the carbs. If you have not replaced or treated the rubber parts, I'll get the name of the product I use. It's about $20 for a small windex size squirt bottle, but works very well.

Thanx DiverRay

I had access to some nice shop facilities during the early part of this project. I don't currently have access to the powder coating equipment I used, sure do miss that. I am working with some friends to build an oven and spray booth for our local Hacker Space.

I found the shifter cover on Ebay early on, I also have the foot pegs that shift your feet rearward for proper foot geometry. LOL

I just stuck the airbox up there for a little color, and mock-up. I have all new rubber bits for the induction end, I would be interested in the rubber restore product to maintain the bits I have. I will remove the airbox during engine install.

I am pretty concerned about the engine install process, I am working on a fixture to bolt to the engine that will allow me to hoist the motor and slide it sideways into the frame.

[XS-play]

Ok, I see it has been answered already.

No worries bikerphil.

Stick around, I am sure you will be of more help.

[bikerphil]

OK. The shifter and cover are from a 2H9 XS11 European setup, they are factory Yamaha parts though. With that setup, different footpegs were also used. I believe the ones in your pic are US type. Foot location may be off a bit.

[XS-play]

Just thought I would toss this, bit of history (Circa 1996), out there. Ah, the good ol' days when I was much thinner. LOL

[XS-play]

OK. The shifter and cover are from a 2H9 XS11 European setup, they are factory Yamaha parts though. With that setup, different footpegs were also used.

I scored the footpegs, too. Total dumb luck, separate purchases on Ebay. In 2013 there were tons of cheap parts on Ebay.

[DiverRay]

OK, 303 Aerospace Protectant by the Gold Eagle Company out of Chicago. 10 oz spray is about $20 last time I bought it, three years ago.
To install the motor, lay motor on right side and slide bare frame onto it. Easiest way to do it without a scratch. Put in at least three of the mount bolts before flipping it upright. I've done it that way by myself.
Also, on the frame check the tube/weld at the side and center stand. They like to break at that point.

[cajun31]

Ray, does that spray actually restore or should I say make the rubber parts more pliable? Have you ever tried it on the small o rings on the pilot jet screws?

[DiverRay]

I don't use it for replaceable parts like O rings. I use it to try and restore the tank mount rubber, seat bumpers and things like that. It does work, but it will not cure a part that's been in the sun for a few years. A little goes a long way, but maybe if you soaked the part in a cup of the stuff it might bring it back almost to new. I just have not needed to try that, yet.

[cajun31]

good to know ... looks like a future purchase on my part. Thanks for the info.

[bikerphil]

I scored the footpegs, too. Total dumb luck, separate purchases on Ebay. In 2013 there were tons of cheap parts on Ebay.

The foot brake lever is shorter too.