Hi, Testing my memory here but as stated I took the tach to an auto instrument repairer locally for testing. They tested it and the report was...
Thanks for the information. I have a spare old TCI which worked well but cut out occasionally. I might try that to see if at least the tach...
A follow up on where we're at with this issue at the moment. I took the tachometer to a well regarded auto instrument repair business nearby and...
Thanks for this. Very detailed and helpful. Back to the tach and headlight bucket for me now...
Back to the tach issue...needle wiggles around 500rpm but goes no higher when engine throttle blipped etc. I checked wiring connectors from the...
Oh yes...the aptly named HUNTSMAN spider. Honestly they freak me out. Not poisonous but not nice up close. Had one apparently hiding on the bike...
Thanks. I'll check and see the wires/colours/connections. First nice weekend in a while and I'm delving in the headlight bucket... Cheers.
Hi All, Long time contributor and lurker been out of action for awhile but now back with Spring in the southern hemisphere approaching. Started...
Hi. Yes I think that was it...BS34 but will have to check back on my records. They fitted perfectly in the grooves in the XJ900F (1985).
I've used the jbm diaphragms on my XJ900F rebuild. I've put on about 100 kilometres with the rebuilt carbs and all seems to be working fine....
Yep. On the job now. The relatively inexpensive dud brand new Reg/rectifier bought off eBay...dubious origins perhaps and now dubious...
Just as a follow up to this I put in the new AGM battery and everything is back to normal but just as a precaution I did a test with the...
Thanks. I have a feeling the regulator might have caused my Gel battery to die prematurely. My readings on the web seem to indicate that they are...
Hi, After rebuild of the XJ900F I put in a new regulator/rectifier, cleaned all electrical connections and put in a new Gel type battery. Now...
Thanks for the replies. And Chacal, it seems counter intuitive that a lean mixture can create a black sooty spark plug but your explanation makes...
Bike XJ900F (1985) Carbs and engine were in working condition before being dismantled from the bike cleaned and refurbished. Having stripped down...
SOLVED..!!! 'Twas a clogged pilot jet on #2 Carb. For the benefit of future XJers who might experience a similar problem with one cylinder not...
Thanks. Agree. Compression test far easier to do than those damn carb removals..! Will report back.
Haven't done a compression test on #2 cylinder yet. I didn't take the head off during the restoration/rebuild and it was running fine beforehand....
Hi Again, Just now had time to troubleshoot this #2 cylinder conundrum. Stuff I've done recently: * Took carbs off (again!) and ensured they...
Snug. You can feel the O ring give resistance as you push the valve into its housing but once in it does wobble a little and I reckon with dry...
Just took the carbs off (again..!) and going through the inspection process. Will double check wet and dry float levels but was wondering if the...
I think you're right. I contradicted my own rule of thumb. "There are no shortcuts!". Live and learn. Off to do my most hated task...remove and...
Rubber tipped. New from Chacal here. Carbs to be taken off the bike tomorrow for investigation.
Hi All, Think I've found the problem... Cylinder #2 was the problem, still is the problem. Decided to gently supply gas via a clear fuel line to...
To answer the questions: Carbs were bench synced as close as I could get them using the sectioned business card method under the butterfly...
No. Dry. I'll try everything possible before taking them off again. But it's on the agenda ):-((
Oh and yes...float heights were checked and all four are to spec.
Good suggestion k-moe. When the rain stops here and I can wade out to the bike I'll certainly give that a go. Cheers, K.
Hi, Valve clearances checked and shims replaced as needed when working on top end of motor. Will try plug wire as suggested. Thanks!
Hi, I've just finished a rebuild of my XJ900F and all and everything electrical works as it should including a good spark to all 4 plugs. On...
I've changed to clubman bars and the only issues were: 1. Angle of handlebar and front brake master cylinder mounting angle. Shouldn't be a...
Hi, I bought a cafe racer seat from Dime City Cycles. They've got a few different shapes and sizes. I found one that worked for my XJ900 project....
Hi Reece, I cut the protruding tabs off the frame where I think there might have been some original body work mounts so that the front down tubes...
Best option it to pick up a good frame from a wrecker. My old frame was cracked near the side stand and couldn't be welded properly. Scouted...
I did forget...There is the golden rule of carburettors...though shalt remove them at least three times before all is well again!
Current investigations see to indicate a sticking float needle...not seating properly. The floats look OK. No gas inside them so therefore not...
The carbs have been off the bike for 12 months and the rebuild was 6 months ago. My guess is that the I ring has dried out. All the float systems...
Additional information...Mikuni Carbs. Rebuilt. Cleaned. Everything except float valves removed as it was from a working bike before I tore it...
Hi Again, Slowly sorting out the engine after a rebuild and cleaning of the carbs. All prior work has been done...valves clearances, cam chain,...
Thanks for that. Yes I have the original washers and screws. A slight clean up and they'll be used to mount the petcock back on the tank tomorrow.
Hi again, Just finished refurbishing a petcock for an XJ900F and about to attach it to the newly painted gas tank. Apart from the O ring (or...
OK...limited time today but a cursory check seems to lay the problem at the feet of the #4 enrichment plunger. These were all cleaned when the...
Hi, Thanks for the feedback. Pilots screws out 2.5 turns as a starting point. Yes. All 4 plugs tested visually grounded to the motor. Enrichment...
Hi Everyone, My 900 project is nearing completion and yesterday I took the bold step of trying to start it up. For the record the following work...
I second that comment re the alternator/primary chain guide. Take it slow and they'll come out as they should and save you some heartbreak and...
Yep. The Reliant Robin... Apparently they sold very well because in the north of England the not so well off coal miners could buy one and I think...
Looks like you've got both bases covered there. The sleek café for the weekend and then the daily ride. It's kind of like having a little sports...
Memories indeed. And many good ones...it's almost as if you can't remember how cold and wet you got while riding your only means of transport. My...
Yep...2 strokes were a common part of the motorcycling landscape back in the early 1970's. And I kick myself for not holding onto my T500. They...
