I did a thing . . .

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Re: I did a thing . . .

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So, really starting to get excited by this motorcycle. It has been sitting since 1986, and based on the exterior bright work, not in a climate controlled space. I didn't get keys with the thing, so I had not even been able to look into the gas tank, or lift the seat. Ordered a key from Fleabay, and had my first look this afternoon.
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Whoever owned it did right by me. Drained the tank, and stored dry. There is some very light surface rust, but I am not even sure if it's enough to bother with.

The rear caliper was frozen up completely too. I disconnected the brake line and a bunch of molasses - looking fluid was evident. I was expecting the worst. Was able to pry the caliper off the disk, and used the compressor to pop out the piston. What did if find?
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Is it too much to hope for similar moving forward?
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1979 Yamaha XS750SF

Previous:
1978 GL1000 - JUNE 2017 BOTM: Sold
2006 Kawasaki Concours: Sold
1995 Kawasaki Concours: Crashed/totalled.
1976 GL1000: LAST RESTORATION, sold
1981 Honda CB900F Supersport: 3rd restoration, sold.
1979 Yamaha XS-750F: 2nd restoration, sold.
1982 Honda FT-500 Ascot: First (only) new bike. Family forces sale.
1973 CB500 Four: First restoration, long gone.
1972 Suzuki TS-100: First bike, sold.

Only dead fish go with the flow . . .
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Re: I did a thing . . .

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I'm thinking you snagged a good one.
1997 Valkyrie- Light Cutomization, but Too Busy Riding
1980 KZ1300- Bike's Haunted
1976 GL1000 (Yellow)- It Runs (Poorly) and Doesn't Leak (Mostly)
1974 Velosolex 3800- Better Than Walking
1972 CB750- Broke the Chain And Ate the Motor
1969 CT90- The Most Fun You Can Have on 90ccs.
1965 CA77 Dream- Needs a Full Teardown, but Complete

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Re: I did a thing . . .

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Well there is the offer of double what you paid from a member. :-D

Like I said.... they are only original once. Finding an extremely low mileage bike is a rarity these days. I think your going to find lots of excellent condition parts as you progress further.
Evaporust in that tank and it will look like a brand new interior, as it is almost there now.
Current Bikes:

1966 CL77 - Honda 305cc - Dual purpose - "Gentleman's Scrambler" was a period moniker.
1967 CL175K0 - Low production number with #802 engine serial- winter 2019/2020 full restoration.
1972 CB350F - Baby Four with low mileage - Cosmetic refresh to the next level 2021/2022.
1978 CB550K - Very original bike with only 7499 Km. from new - light cleanup and refresh done.
1983 CB1100F - Canadian model - DOHC Supersport in pristine low kilometre condition from new.
1984 GL1200 - Standard model in showroom condition - two owner bike from new.
1984 CX650E - Restored summer 2017 - a rare Eurosport model - excellent one owner bike.
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Re: I did a thing . . .

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You gotta love a new project - especially one that clean; nice find!
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I am getting closer to finishing the strip down. Continue to be amazed on how unmolested this thing was - just lots of surface corrosion on every piece of unpainted metal.
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Colonel Brassy Metal Polish and 000 Steel Wool works pretty good. It can't get rid of all of the pits, but a pretty respectable finish IMHO. Lots more to go.
delling3

1979 Yamaha XS750SF

Previous:
1978 GL1000 - JUNE 2017 BOTM: Sold
2006 Kawasaki Concours: Sold
1995 Kawasaki Concours: Crashed/totalled.
1976 GL1000: LAST RESTORATION, sold
1981 Honda CB900F Supersport: 3rd restoration, sold.
1979 Yamaha XS-750F: 2nd restoration, sold.
1982 Honda FT-500 Ascot: First (only) new bike. Family forces sale.
1973 CB500 Four: First restoration, long gone.
1972 Suzuki TS-100: First bike, sold.

Only dead fish go with the flow . . .
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Re: I did a thing . . .

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I'm guessing that's the cam chain run on the left side of the engine? I always thought that was an interesting design feature for that particular engine. With the 3 cylinders and shaft drive I guess it's just a bit of an oddball all around, but still really neat. Good sound, too.

Looking good so far!
1997 Valkyrie- Light Cutomization, but Too Busy Riding
1980 KZ1300- Bike's Haunted
1976 GL1000 (Yellow)- It Runs (Poorly) and Doesn't Leak (Mostly)
1974 Velosolex 3800- Better Than Walking
1972 CB750- Broke the Chain And Ate the Motor
1969 CT90- The Most Fun You Can Have on 90ccs.
1965 CA77 Dream- Needs a Full Teardown, but Complete

All advice I give is only valid until an expert corrects me.
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Re: I did a thing . . .

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Yep, I guess with just three pots, you can't put the cam chain in the middle like they did with most UJM's. This is my second XS750, so I have some familiarity with the triples. They are torquey, which makes them great for around town. Down a little on peak power compared to the DOHC Honda or Suzuki motors, and of course the shaft drive does sap some power, but I find them quite nice riding machines. And the exhaust note is very unique.
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1979 Yamaha XS750SF

Previous:
1978 GL1000 - JUNE 2017 BOTM: Sold
2006 Kawasaki Concours: Sold
1995 Kawasaki Concours: Crashed/totalled.
1976 GL1000: LAST RESTORATION, sold
1981 Honda CB900F Supersport: 3rd restoration, sold.
1979 Yamaha XS-750F: 2nd restoration, sold.
1982 Honda FT-500 Ascot: First (only) new bike. Family forces sale.
1973 CB500 Four: First restoration, long gone.
1972 Suzuki TS-100: First bike, sold.

Only dead fish go with the flow . . .
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Well, I finally got around to pulling the carbs. OMG! I knew I had some issues to deal with, as the choke actuator will not move. I got the carbs off, and the pistons will not lift. Oh oh. As the P.O. had stored the bike with a dry tank, I was expecting that the float bowls would be empty - NOT. Drained this sludge out of the float bowls:
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Now trying to get the float bowls off - all screws removed, but bowls will not budge even with gentle persuasion with a nylon-faced hammer. Should be interesting.
delling3

1979 Yamaha XS750SF

Previous:
1978 GL1000 - JUNE 2017 BOTM: Sold
2006 Kawasaki Concours: Sold
1995 Kawasaki Concours: Crashed/totalled.
1976 GL1000: LAST RESTORATION, sold
1981 Honda CB900F Supersport: 3rd restoration, sold.
1979 Yamaha XS-750F: 2nd restoration, sold.
1982 Honda FT-500 Ascot: First (only) new bike. Family forces sale.
1973 CB500 Four: First restoration, long gone.
1972 Suzuki TS-100: First bike, sold.

Only dead fish go with the flow . . .
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Re: I did a thing . . .

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I'll trade you a gummed up carb for this. :mrgreen:
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"Ran when parked"
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delling3

1979 Yamaha XS750SF

Previous:
1978 GL1000 - JUNE 2017 BOTM: Sold
2006 Kawasaki Concours: Sold
1995 Kawasaki Concours: Crashed/totalled.
1976 GL1000: LAST RESTORATION, sold
1981 Honda CB900F Supersport: 3rd restoration, sold.
1979 Yamaha XS-750F: 2nd restoration, sold.
1982 Honda FT-500 Ascot: First (only) new bike. Family forces sale.
1973 CB500 Four: First restoration, long gone.
1972 Suzuki TS-100: First bike, sold.

Only dead fish go with the flow . . .
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Re: I did a thing . . .

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I predict that getting up close and personal with an ultrasonic cleaner will be in your future...
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Re: I did a thing . . .

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type1 Well not everything is pristine, yet so far very fortunate and there are only 3 of them.
Current Bikes:

1966 CL77 - Honda 305cc - Dual purpose - "Gentleman's Scrambler" was a period moniker.
1967 CL175K0 - Low production number with #802 engine serial- winter 2019/2020 full restoration.
1972 CB350F - Baby Four with low mileage - Cosmetic refresh to the next level 2021/2022.
1978 CB550K - Very original bike with only 7499 Km. from new - light cleanup and refresh done.
1983 CB1100F - Canadian model - DOHC Supersport in pristine low kilometre condition from new.
1984 GL1200 - Standard model in showroom condition - two owner bike from new.
1984 CX650E - Restored summer 2017 - a rare Eurosport model - excellent one owner bike.
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