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hardtail XJ 650

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by globalmaa, Jul 24, 2009.

  1. globalmaa

    globalmaa New Member

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    Ok so i seen a lot of hardtail XJ 650 and now i'm curious . I now want to hard tail mine after seeing some really great looking bikes. Does anyone have and instructions on where to cut the frame and what size tubing you use. basically a step by step instruction guide. thanks
     
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    whitelc396 New Member

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    global, I don't think "instructions" is the way it works. The whole point is to figure it out for yourself, with some help along the way, to finish with the bike YOU want out of the bike THEY sold us. As long as your happy with the finished product, and it runs and rides right, it doesn't really matter what anyone else thinks.

    However, if you don't have a clue as to where to start, look around on this website at other riders post, at the pics they put up, and if your competent with any tools at all, you should be able to get started from there. Remember, if you get stuck, there is a wealth of knowledge on this page, and the people here all seem eager to give you a point in the right direction.
     
  3. globalmaa

    globalmaa New Member

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    I guess i asked it wrong but not really looking at step by step but more of what is the right material to use and any little tricks . i can figure out the angle and i can cut the frame easy enough i just don't want to screw it up to a point of no return. My brother in law is a welder by trade so that isn't the problem . just need to know of anything that won't work. thanks for the advice. i'll keep you posted.
     
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    There are plenty of build threads here that are the closest thing I can think of to what you're asking for. And they are loaded with pics!
     
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    for material use 1'' OD 11ga TUBING, not pipe....i think i read that in one of these threads and wrote it down for when i wanna do my hardtail project....

    a tip for notching tube types of things is use an computer prgram to make you a kind of stencil that you put on the pipe and cut, its pretty neat...and for tough akward joints, mock it up with a the cardboard from a papertowel or TP roll...
     
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    I wanted the lowered look of the hardtail so I just cut my springs two inches off the rear shocks. Make sure and borrow a spring compressor for a parts store (used for struts, ect) before you go and disassemble the shock. I liked the look and as far as hardtail, it did ride more rough. This way you can see what you think abou the look THEN decide if you want to start cutting and welding!
     
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    I can think of no better thread than Crath's

    http://www.xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic ... crath.html

    Study the way the backbone blends into the rear, the overall lowness, then add your own personality to the build. Fill and smooth your frame welds. Forward controls are a must if your seat is this low.

    And make sure you design a "dropout" so you can easily change the rear tire.
     

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