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  Topic: New brake light, new problem..
XsRich

Replies: 0
Views: 3026

PostForum: Electrical   Posted: December 12, 2009, 10:35 pm   Subject: New brake light, new problem..
Ok, got a new brake light which operates on one bulb with two filaments.
Two wires coming ou of the light, a black and a green. On the stock xs wiring we have a black, yellow & blue. How do I connect ...
  Topic: It's runnin' and rollin'....
XsRich

Replies: 16
Views: 11415

PostForum: Did you say Bob? No I said Bobber!   Posted: November 16, 2009, 5:44 pm   Subject: Re: It's runnin' and rollin'....
Here is the link for the seat

http://www.demonscycle.com/Seats/Bobber-Solo-Seat-for-p7545395.html
  Topic: It's runnin' and rollin'....
XsRich

Replies: 16
Views: 11415

PostForum: Did you say Bob? No I said Bobber!   Posted: November 13, 2009, 2:50 pm   Subject: Re: It's runnin' and rollin'....
Sorry for the long delay, been out riding a lot before the snow.
The seat is from Demon Cycles, I believe it was around a hundred bucks, very comfortable too...
  Topic: Rear brake/license plate light
XsRich

Replies: 7
Views: 3331

PostForum: Electrical   Posted: September 21, 2009, 12:41 pm   Subject: Re: Rear brake/license plate light
Thank you, I will try this out tonight...
  Topic: Rear brake/license plate light
XsRich

Replies: 7
Views: 3331

PostForum: Electrical   Posted: September 21, 2009, 10:35 am   Subject: Rear brake/license plate light
Ok, bought a brake light with built in license plate light off of ebay.
Using the stock 82 wiring diagram I have the black, yellow and blue going to the brake light and separate license plate light. ...
  Topic: Is this normal?
XsRich

Replies: 2
Views: 1998

PostForum: Frames   Posted: September 17, 2009, 1:17 pm   Subject: Is this normal?
I'm getting a lot of vibration in the handlebars, well the whole bike actually, around 40 mph and above. Is it because its a hardtail now or are the bearing in the steering column crapping out? I kn ...
  Topic: It's runnin' and rollin'....
XsRich

Replies: 16
Views: 11415

PostForum: Did you say Bob? No I said Bobber!   Posted: September 17, 2009, 1:13 pm   Subject: Re: It's runnin' and rollin'....
Thanks, yes its a TC, also used their forward controls, elect/batt box. They do great work. What kind of paint would go good with that tan seat?
  Topic: It's runnin' and rollin'....
XsRich

Replies: 16
Views: 11415

PostForum: Did you say Bob? No I said Bobber!   Posted: September 16, 2009, 1:04 pm   Subject: It's runnin' and rollin'....
Well, here it is, my 1982 project. Bought it August 4th, tore it apart in one night, hardtailed it, and put it back together. Rode it to work today for the first time. Still have a lot of cosmetic ...
  Topic: Fuses keep blowing, wft???
XsRich

Replies: 4
Views: 2053

PostForum: Electrical   Posted: September 16, 2009, 12:53 pm   Subject: Re: Fuses keep blowing, wft???
Hahaha, thanks guys. Bought a new $9 key switch and there you have it...
WTF Smile little things like that will get ya every time.
  Topic: Fuses keep blowing, wft???
XsRich

Replies: 4
Views: 2053

PostForum: Electrical   Posted: September 12, 2009, 3:53 pm   Subject: Fuses keep blowing, wft???
I'm about to throw this electrical system in the garbage... Ok, this should be simple. The only thing that is hooked up is the positive lead from the battery to the main fuse and then to the ignitio ...
  Topic: Clutch switch broke...
XsRich

Replies: 3
Views: 2562

PostForum: Drive   Posted: September 12, 2009, 9:49 am   Subject: Clutch switch broke...
Guys, when trying to readjust the clutch cable I broke the housing that supports the wiring going into the clutch switch. First, if this switch is connected to the sidestand switch and starter cutoff ...
  Topic: Another clutch problem
XsRich

Replies: 5
Views: 2983

PostForum: Drive   Posted: September 8, 2009, 10:20 am   Subject: Re: Another clutch problem
Thank you, that's what it was. I did lose that ball in the actuator. But when I replaced it and put the cover back on, still the same! Pulling the clutch in will not disengage the gear. How far in ...
  Topic: Kick start only
XsRich

Replies: 1
Views: 1376

PostForum: Electrical   Posted: September 6, 2009, 8:08 am   Subject: Kick start only
Guys, I want to make my bike kick start only. What can I take off the bike that will be useless? Trying to simplifiy the wiring a little!
Thanks
  Topic: Another clutch problem
XsRich

Replies: 5
Views: 2983

PostForum: Drive   Posted: September 2, 2009, 9:15 am   Subject: Another clutch problem
When in gear, I pull the clutch level in, and the gear will not disengage.
I have a feeling when I replaced the push-rod seal I did something wrong.
What did I screw up?
  Topic: where the heck can i get a 120+ chain??
XsRich

Replies: 7
Views: 3456

PostForum: Drive   Posted: September 2, 2009, 8:37 am   Subject: Re: where the heck can i get a 120+ chain??
I just picked up a 530/120 at a local yamaha dealership yesterday! $40
Got rid of 5 links so it would fit properly. Sorry can't think of the manufacturer's name right now.
  Topic: Best and cheapest way to paint???
XsRich

Replies: 10
Views: 3720

PostForum: Did you say Bob? No I said Bobber!   Posted: August 20, 2009, 11:45 am   Subject: Re: Best and cheapest way to paint???
Thanks everybody, these are all great ideas, can't wait to try it out....
  Topic: Rear brake pivot for forward controls
XsRich

Replies: 0
Views: 2018

PostForum: Drive   Posted: August 19, 2009, 9:48 pm   Subject: Rear brake pivot for forward controls
Can anyone tell me how to fabricate a pivot to connect the forward controls rear brake linkage to the rear brake linkage. I have seen G&L's pivot but cannot spend 75 bucks right now on something that ...
  Topic: Best and cheapest way to paint???
XsRich

Replies: 10
Views: 3720

PostForum: Did you say Bob? No I said Bobber!   Posted: August 14, 2009, 1:10 pm   Subject: Best and cheapest way to paint???
Just wondering what would be the best way to go about painting the bike (frame, tank & fender) without taking out a loan? Anyone?
  Topic: Shift shaft oil seal - need to replace!!!
XsRich

Replies: 2
Views: 2372

PostForum: Engine   Posted: August 8, 2009, 9:58 am   Subject: Re: Shift shaft oil seal - need to replace!!!
Thanks Retiredg. Looks like that is the only way to go about this...
  Topic: Re-routing electrical after hardtailing?
XsRich

Replies: 1
Views: 1249

PostForum: Electrical   Posted: August 8, 2009, 9:56 am   Subject: Re-routing electrical after hardtailing?
Does anyone have any diagrams or pictures explaining the best way to re-route all the wires and cables after hardtailing? Who makes a good electric/battery box/ (I'm not a welder) will need to purchas ...
  Topic: Shift shaft oil seal - need to replace!!!
XsRich

Replies: 2
Views: 2372

PostForum: Engine   Posted: August 7, 2009, 9:23 am   Subject: Shift shaft oil seal - need to replace!!!
Hey guys, have a problem and need some input.
The oil seal on the shift pedal shaft, pictured (#7 on diagram) is warped to hell. Looks like the previous owner tried to replace it and jacked it all u ...
 
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