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Wondering if anyone else has had oil leak when the engine is hot from what appears to be the bolt just in front of the dip stick? Thought maybe it was coming from the dip stick, so I put a new rubber seal on it because the old one looked worn out, but that didn't fix it, and the oil seems to be...

Just rebuilt the top end on my 81. It ran great and was completely reliable the 4 years I rode it before the rebuild. (one kick every time)Only rebuilt because the front cam chain guide was falling apart. I had the carbs tuned quite nicely, so I just left them the way they were when I put...

So I need to replace the 2 cam bearings on the left side of the engine. There is definite "play" in them. I believe this is why I have had frequent leaks from there, even after I replace the seal on that side, and more top end noise than normal. There is no movement at all on the right side and...

Ok, so I purchased some Honda Civic rings for my 81 rebuild as suggested by some on this forum, mainly because I could get 4 sets for less than the price of 2 sets at Mikes. I know that the letters R, and RN are supposed to face up on the stock rings, and that would put the bevel facing up on...

This (81 special) has been my daily rider for about 4 years now. Never had any issues with reliability, or smoke coming from the exhaust before. Only reason I did the rebuild was the plastic pieces from the front cam chain guide getting into the bottom of the engine. Had to replace that, so I...

Just wondering if anyone has used a K&L cam chain and if they are any good. The price is sure right.

I have been using led turn signals for a while now with no issues. I recently got some new ones that have 3 wires so I can have running lights too. I thought they would be simple, just put two wires where the previous ones where, and connect the third wire into the tail running light. Tail light...

I was wondering if there would be any clearance issues if I switched to an x or o ring chain from a standard chain. I heard they may be up to 1/4 inch wider. I was specifically looking at an RK brand xsoz1. The bike is an 81 special with 18/32 gearing, but I am going to 18/30 when I switch...

I switched over today from a 17 to a 18 tooth front sprocket. I had the bike on the jack and was aligning the rear wheel and trying to get the chain tension close. As I would spin the rear tire I noticed there was more chain noise than normal and it seemed to vibrate more as I spun it. I also...

Is anyone here a member of the xs11 forum? There registration is closed and there is nowhere on the site to contact anyone. I have a 79 1100 special that I don't no much about and would like to learn, and use the site but, it is not very user friendly like this one.

So I have riding my 81 special for about 3 years now. It has pod filters, more open exaust, 17/32 sprockets, and #45 main jet. I was running a #40 main jet for a couple of years before I put in the #45 jets. I only switched them because I had the #45's and was curious to see if there would be a...

Is there another way to determine tdc besides lining up the mark on the rotor? The reason I ask is because the rotor on this 80 special I am working on is new and there doesn't seem to be a clear mark. I adjusted the valves using what I believed to be the mark, but it is difficult to see, and is...

Here are some items I need to get out of my garage. I believe these are the Nighthawk style handlebars 7/8 inch. Great shape, never been dropped on them, not bent, only some very minor scuffs where the grips or things were attached. $15.00 plus shipping. Gas tank is from a Special. It has the...

I am currently running an original stock coil and the bike runs pretty good. My question is; if I put the green coil on, will I have noticeable difference in performance?

I'm working on an 80 special and not sure if my problem is electrical or a fuel problem. It starts easily, and idles smooth, but when I try to rev it up, it becomes very rough and won't rev up higher than about 2500 rpm's. I have had the carbs off and all the jets and passages are clean on the...

Can someone identify this part just below the coil? I can't find it in my diagrams. :shrug: It's on an 81 special. Thanks

If anyone has some 42.5 main jets they are not using for bs34 carbs, I could use them. I hesitate to buy new ones when the shipping could cost more than the jets.

This may be a dumb question but; do I need the wire that is attached to the clutch lever if I only use the kickstart? I am putting on different bars and want to clean up some of the unnecessary stuff.

Out of curiosity; what makes the UNI pod filters better than the rest. I am currently using the xs performance pods from Mikes but, I read alot on this forum how Uni filters are supposed to be the best. Is the performance noticeably better?

Here are some parts I need to get out of my garage. The air boxes are stock 81 but will need new foam for the filters. I have an extra filter I'll throw in too. $10.00 obo plus shipping. The gas tank is off an 81 special and uses 1 petcock. the tank will need be sealed on the inside, it has a...