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Swapping tanks - 82 Seca

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by jvitzu, Apr 13, 2010.

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    jvitzu Member

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    I'm thinking of ditching my ugly 82 Seca tank. It's really starting to get to me :/

    How easy would it be to swap tank, plastics & seat from an 83 Seca onto an 82 bike? I don't mind doing a little cutting here and there, but I don't have access to welding. Any tips are appreciated!
     
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    bigfitz52 Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    The '82 Seca 650 was a one-year bike.

    There were 1983 Seca 550s and Seca 750s but the 650 was only in the States for '82.

    So what exactly were you going to swap with?
     
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    This would be a '83 Seca 750 or 900. I'd likely be cutting off most plastic behind the seat and reintegrating the tail.
     
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    What about a 81-82 Seca 750? Can anyone confirm? Looking at the pictures of the bare frames on google, they look quite similar
     
    jvitzu, Apr 16, 2010
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    Let me know when you want to get rid of that "Ugly" tank; if it is in good shape, I will take it off your hands.

    The 750 tank isn't a straight swap; if you search for a bit, there are a few threads on it.
     
    Cooter, Apr 24, 2010
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    and I'll put my hand out for 750seca side covers and those little rubber grommets.
     
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