Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Technical, Bike forums > Yamaha Tech
My 1990-2003 XT600E mods My 1990-2003 XT600E mods
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
Yamaha Tech Originally the Yamaha XT600 Tech Forum, due to demand it now includes all Yamaha's technical / mechanical / repair / preparation questions.
Photo by George Guille, It's going to be a long 300km... Bolivian Amazon

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by George Guille
It's going to be a long 300km...
Bolivian Amazon



Reply
Page 9 of 13 12345678 9 10111213
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #121  
Old 11 Sep 2010
bacardi23's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: XXX<-Portugal->Azores->Santa Maria (island)
Posts: 1,544
bored...
Few pictures...







THEY ARE JUST FOR MOLD MAKING SO TAKE IT EASY lol


Vando
Reply With Quote
  #122  
Old 12 Sep 2010
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Devon UK
Posts: 123
It's coming on well Vando. Nice front fender

Can you tell me why you are going to all that trouble repositioning the air filter and making up all those pipes?

I would like to see how the Trailtech Vapor computer + dashboard looks so if you get a chance post some pictures.

By the way I have Devil headers from Kedo and a less restrictive tailpipe and bought some fstainless steel flexi pipe off ebay to join up. I used fire putty and a jubilee clip and it's stayed put for a few months.

But I expect you have access to welding gear and better equipment to make a better job.
Reply With Quote
  #123  
Old 13 Sep 2010
bacardi23's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: XXX<-Portugal->Azores->Santa Maria (island)
Posts: 1,544
hey there!

Thanks!

All that trouble with the new airfilter is because I now got the raptor660 carb and because of it I had to push the rear shock about 1 1-1/2" back to be able to fit the carburetor..

Yeah, I also got the Kedo Devil downpipes but with a WR450 muffler :P
I did see in a local mechanic garage one of those flexi tubes for the exhaust but I'll only resort to that if I can't have it welded to give the frame a little more rigidity...

Here are the pictures you asked for:

This is how it is right now

This is how I wanted it to become!

Do notice that I don't have the standard headlight mounting bracket...
It's just one I fabricated...

BTW, do you know what the front headlight beam height should be so I don't blind the incoming drivers?


Vando
Reply With Quote
  #124  
Old 13 Sep 2010
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Devon UK
Posts: 123
The Trailtech Vapor looks really classy

As for the light I don't know as I suspect each country has different rules regarding beam height.
You could probably look this up on the internet.
Here there are sites outlining what the testers look for.

MOT UK car and vehicle MOT information equipment car servicing parts and spares - headlamp aim

When I took my bike for its M.O.T I had an advisory because the light flicked upto the right dazzling oncoming traffic.
The tester covered a patch of the headlight to stop this happening.
Even though it had previously had 3 M.O.T's by the previous owner this problem had never been picked up before.

It turns out my bike is a grey import from France so I have to decide whether to keep the tape on the perfectly good headlight or pay £300 for a new UK one.
All the ones on Ebay are for different modles or not for the UK.
Reply With Quote
  #125  
Old 14 Sep 2010
bacardi23's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: XXX<-Portugal->Azores->Santa Maria (island)
Posts: 1,544
So..

After searching for some need-to-do things on the bike so it can pass the MOT I found out that my WR front brake master cylinder does not have an option to put the front brake light switch...

A little research here and there and I found the solution...

WR/YZ Baja kits!

They got an oil pressure sensor that is used for this purpose..
A Baja kit..is around 160USD without shipping...

A little more googling and I found the oil pressure switch!


I'm going for the Banjo option as It will look much better as the cable goes directly to the side whilst the bolt type the cables stick outwards to the front!

Here is an example of the bolt-type in a WR front brake master cylinder I found on fleabay:





The most impressive thing I found in that fleabay auction is that it's the whole brake system and it has that Oil pressure switch and the Trailtech Vapor computer speed sensor..look:



110USD + shipping not bad...


Vando
Reply With Quote
  #126  
Old 14 Sep 2010
bacardi23's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: XXX<-Portugal->Azores->Santa Maria (island)
Posts: 1,544
Well.. you can always fit the tape on the inside of the headlight screen...
Reply With Quote
  #127  
Old 15 Sep 2010
bacardi23's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: XXX<-Portugal->Azores->Santa Maria (island)
Posts: 1,544
airbox is 65% complete...

need to:

1) make some fitting holes for the screws
2) fiber a few nylon nuts with some large size but not too thick (if possible) shims
3) reinforce a part I needed to cut a bit off
4) fiber some fins to inside to separate and secure the battery + electrics from the air filter... (chambers lol)
5) paint the air box
6)glue some old "tire air chamber" on the lower side of the airbox.


pics later tonight or tomorrow!
ALELUIA!

Vando
Last edited by bacardi23; 16 Sep 2010 at 02:47. Reason: spacers for shims
Reply With Quote
  #128  
Old 16 Sep 2010
bacardi23's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: XXX<-Portugal->Azores->Santa Maria (island)
Posts: 1,544
70%

1) make some fitting holes for the screws P E R F E C T

get some screws nuts and shims tomorrow!


What's the size of the screws that bolt into the seat? M6??

I need to get two very long ones....


Vando
Reply With Quote
  #129  
Old 16 Sep 2010
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Denmark
Posts: 1,417
Pretty sure its M6, i've used some for mine which you can tighten with you're fingers (fingerscrews?) Works nicelym and very helpfull at times. Need to do the same for the airboxcover, and the same for the mesh thats placed instead of the snorkel.
Reply With Quote
  #130  
Old 16 Sep 2010
bacardi23's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: XXX<-Portugal->Azores->Santa Maria (island)
Posts: 1,544
oh.. well, I need 2 M6 x 130mm long.. anyone know where I can source some?

None of the car supply shops here have any that long... maximum is 100mm...


Vando
Reply With Quote
  #131  
Old 17 Sep 2010
G600's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 235
Wow.. that bike is coming along nicely… must be the most heavily modded XT on the planet..

How is riding on Santa Maria? I took a look in google earth… man that island is tiny..
__________________
----------
Yamaha XT600E '01, Honda XR400 '03, Yamaha XT550 '83
Reply With Quote
  #132  
Old 17 Sep 2010
bacardi23's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: XXX<-Portugal->Azores->Santa Maria (island)
Posts: 1,544
Hehe.. yeah it's a small island a whole lot of 98 square kilometers of paradise!
Here there are a lot of dirt roads and some few major streets, no highways or speedways in my island but I did still get 160km/h a few years back when I weighted about 20 kilos less (which I'm taking care of).

And yes, a motorcycle is the best means of transportation here.. in my opinion of course! lol

It's one of the best places to spend a whole summer if you want some piece and quiet and a few music festivals from once in a while

For me I love the fact that in less than an hour I can prep my boat, go to a fuel station and fill it with gas and go spearfishing, big game fishing, wakeboarding, go to some remote hidden beaches where you can take some girls, , vodka and a few cooking ingredients and eat some freshly caught 15min ago fish or even have a barbecue is simply amazing

And take ones waste back home and dispose of it of course!


About the XT.. it's not one of the most moddified ones out there but it sure is the most WELL moddified one here in the whole Azores islands!


few pictures in the next post!

Vando
Reply With Quote
  #133  
Old 17 Sep 2010
bacardi23's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: XXX<-Portugal->Azores->Santa Maria (island)
Posts: 1,544
pics
The airbox is still in need of a few adjustments internally so I can secure the battery, TCI, flash relay and fuse box (I think I'm missing one thing here...)

As you can see in the pictures, there are two gaps on the sides of the airbox beneath the seat which I still have to fiber it so it has a nice seal..

Will need to make two holes on the under part of the airbox to be able to screw and unscrew the seatpost bolts....

Besides that fabricate the midpipe to connect to the Devil downpipes, paint a few things(airbox, footpegs and hangers, license plate holder/hanger, engine skidplate and that metal piece that connects the skidplate to the frame and engine mounts), fit the electrics, tune the carb and I'm done...




















Should I add a old thick inner tire tube from a heavy truck or some thick rubber piece like the ones the cars have to work as a mud flap? (to protect the rear shock...

I was thinking in getting one of those rear shock covers..

oh, forgot to mention that I also need to fit the Trailtech speed sensor and another magnet bolt to the front rotor...


Any other ideas??

SUPA DUPA LONG POST lol

Vando
Last edited by bacardi23; 17 Sep 2010 at 04:09. Reason: 8051
Reply With Quote
  #134  
Old 18 Sep 2010
bacardi23's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: XXX<-Portugal->Azores->Santa Maria (island)
Posts: 1,544
Bought this afternoon the banjo oil pressure switch!

25 USD shipped to my house.. now just have to wait

Vando
Reply With Quote
  #135  
Old 18 Sep 2010
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: nw england
Posts: 379
i see you have raised the hight of the rear to match up to the new forks .has this caused any problems with the chain wearing the plastic guide out on the swing arm ? how did you decide to higher the back ? im in the same position now with a stripped down frame.i have new WP usd forks that are 50mm longer than the old ones and i now need to get a new rear shock.anyone know the strongest at a ok price ?
Reply With Quote
Reply
Page 9 of 13 12345678 9 10111213

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
1990 xt600e help yoashman Yamaha Tech 0 21 May 2008 23:02
My 2003 XT600E with Mods explained *Touring Ted* Yamaha Tech 8 29 Jan 2007 00:00
XT600E mods Dan Walsh Yamaha Tech 4 27 Oct 2000 01:35

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

HU Event and other updates on the HUBB Forum "Traveller's Advisories" thread.
ALL Dates subject to change.

2024:

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

HUBBUK: info

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

Your ad could be here, on EVERY page of the HUBB, or the whole website, or as many as you like!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 01:17.

Contact Us - Horizons Unlimited Motorcycle Travellers Website - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top