The XT600 Thread - Page 59

debaisley · 06-03-2009, 06:35 AM

will an 84 tt600 rear shock fit on to an 86 xt600 ? what is the best way to make the rear a little stiffer / taller ?

JensEskildsen · 06-03-2009, 01:07 PM

your can get a raiser on ebay.de from time to time, something with "heckhöher"

Also you could tension up your rear spring if possible.

Pic of mine with the item installed, vs my buddys in front:

CR_TurboGuy · 06-03-2009, 01:33 PM

Where'd your buddy get those crash bars. Those look pretty nice.

--JOsh

Greengo · 06-04-2009, 10:59 AM

i have yet another xt question i was able to get my bike running reasonably good i just took it on a 250 mile trip yeasterday. It ran good except around 4800 rpms or so it starts to breakup it seems like its not getting enough fuel?. It stalled out on the freeway because of this, but when i kicked it over it started right up and it seems fine but it still does the high rpm bogg this happened to me twice the second time was to test if it had "cleaned itself out" but it had not. A little history on the bike..i have changed the fuel tank cleaned the fuel petcock cleaned the carb/s no less than 3 times fresh oil and plug . Thanks in advance for any help and i will try to get picture of the bike on here asap.

Zecatfish · 06-04-2009, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Greengo

i have yet another xt question i was able to get my bike running reasonably good i just took it on a 250 mile trip yeasterday. It ran good except around 4800 rpms or so it starts to breakup it seems like its not getting enough fuel?. It stalled out on the freeway because of this, but when i kicked it over it started right up and it seems fine but it still does the high rpm bogg this happened to me twice the second time was to test if it had "cleaned itself out" but it had not. A little history on the bike..i have changed the fuel tank cleaned the fuel petcock cleaned the carb/s no less than 3 times fresh oil and plug . Thanks in advance for any help and i will try to get picture of the bike on here asap.

Almost sounds like a fuel starvation. Check the needle and seat for obstructions and the petcock, as well as trash in the tank.

autolycos · 06-04-2009, 02:06 PM

Can someone help me figure something out? My TT600 has a leaky petcock, and I've heard from Clarke MFG that Yamaha still uses the same petcock now, as before.

But, when I call a local Yammie dealer, they have to order in a petcock for that model.

Should I just go by what Clarke says and get a regular Yammie petcock and see if it fits?

XTC · 06-04-2009, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JensEskildsen

your can get a raiser on ebay.de from time to time, something with "heckhöher"

Also you could tension up your rear spring if possible.

Pic of mine with the item installed, vs my buddys in front:

Your mates chain is too loose......

ztaj · 06-04-2009, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ztaj

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Got this for mrs ztaj, she's wanted one since she first saw one when they were released, (she had an xt125 @ the time)
I've just done about 450 k's (280 odd miles) bringing it home in heavy rain at times and it seemed really easy to ride (small compared to my bike,DR 750)
I have a question, Where is the oil filler/level indicator, I've looked but can't see it in the obvious places.

Well , it's been a while since I've been in here, but I've run into a bit of a snag with the XT. Due to lubrication failure the top end has had a melt down.
My question is....... where can I get the parts to re-build it. Cam shaft rockers, piston(oversize) rings, head, thats about it for now, the motor is still being dismantled at this stage so the list may grow.
Also the DR750 has decided it needs a bit of a re-build too so cost is an issue

Mark.F · 06-05-2009, 01:34 AM

Ztaj
"Well , it's been a while since I've been in here, but I've run into a bit of a snag with the XT. Due to lubrication failure the top end has had a melt down.
My question is....... where can I get the parts to re-build it. Cam shaft rockers, piston(oversize) rings, head, thats about it for now, the motor is still being dismantled at this stage so the list may grow.
Also the DR750 has decided it needs a bit of a re-build too so cost is an issue

"
Try UKebay,loads of stuff over here.

XTC · 06-05-2009, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ztaj

Well , it's been a while since I've been in here, but I've run into a bit of a snag with the XT. Due to lubrication failure the top end has had a melt down.
My question is....... where can I get the parts to re-build it. Cam shaft rockers, piston(oversize) rings, head, thats about it for now, the motor is still being dismantled at this stage so the list may grow.
Also the DR750 has decided it needs a bit of a re-build too so cost is an issue

http://global.ebay.com/1985_1986_XT6...209566132/item

http://global.ebay.com/1985_1986_XT6...209566132/item
http://global.ebay.com/1985_1986_XT6...425782609/item

http://global.ebay.com/FULL_Gasket_4...309457717/item

Hope this helps.
Andy.

autolycos · 06-05-2009, 01:46 PM

Well, I decided to be a regular ADVer and tear apart my unworking petcock before any of YFF's replied. NO GASKET. NONE.

So, $.10 later, I have one. Whee.

ztaj · 06-05-2009, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by XTC

http://global.ebay.com/1985_1986_XT6...209566132/item

http://global.ebay.com/1985_1986_XT6...209566132/item
http://global.ebay.com/1985_1986_XT6...425782609/item

http://global.ebay.com/FULL_Gasket_4...309457717/item

Hope this helps.
Andy.

Yip, they're an option,sent the links to the mechanic, cheers J

had a look at the bore today and it looks like a new piston and re-bore are in order

Padmei · 06-06-2009, 02:37 AM

Jatz it's a shame about the bikes. Hopefully the XT will be back up & looking good shortly.

tombaisley · 06-08-2009, 02:28 PM

I took the rear shock out of my '86 XT and removed the spring. I found that there is a 3 position adjustment for the top spring retainer, Mine was set in the middle position, I moved it down 1/4" to the bottom position and also added two 1/4" shims under the spring retainer for a total of 3/4" of preload. The shims were cut from a piece of 1/4" Alum plate using a 3" and 2" ,respectivly ,hole saw to form a gaint washer. The bike feels pretty good with alot less spring sag in the rear.

Olas · 06-08-2009, 06:48 PM

Guys, this is going to sound dumb but i'm going to ask anyway. I'm in the middle of installing my JT countershaft sprocket and am confused at to which way I should install it. Should the stamped "JT" logo and tooth count: "15T" be facing out? It seems logical to me that the lettering should be outward but it just doesn't "look" right that way.

By the way, I had to use a gear puller on the stock CS sprocket that was on my bike. It was frozen solid on there and for a second thought the sprocket was going to taco before it came off the shaft!! Grease those splines to avoid some headaches in the future!

06-03-2009, 01:33 PM	#873
CR_TurboGuy ^OP Iowhat? Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Oddometer: 478	Where'd your buddy get those crash bars. Those look pretty nice. --JOsh __________________ 1990 Yamaha XT600E - Old Faithful 1983 Yamaha CV80 Riva/Beluga Scooter - Scooter Trash

06-04-2009, 10:59 AM	#874
Greengo Adventurer Joined: Mar 2009 Location: Lake Ann ,Mi Oddometer: 35	high rpm bogging i have yet another xt question i was able to get my bike running reasonably good i just took it on a 250 mile trip yeasterday. It ran good except around 4800 rpms or so it starts to breakup it seems like its not getting enough fuel?. It stalled out on the freeway because of this, but when i kicked it over it started right up and it seems fine but it still does the high rpm bogg this happened to me twice the second time was to test if it had "cleaned itself out" but it had not. A little history on the bike..i have changed the fuel tank cleaned the fuel petcock cleaned the carb/s no less than 3 times fresh oil and plug . Thanks in advance for any help and i will try to get picture of the bike on here asap.

06-04-2009, 02:06 PM	#876
autolycos True vulgarian Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Lincoln, NE Oddometer: 4,188	Can someone help me figure something out? My TT600 has a leaky petcock, and I've heard from Clarke MFG that Yamaha still uses the same petcock now, as before. But, when I call a local Yammie dealer, they have to order in a petcock for that model. Should I just go by what Clarke says and get a regular Yammie petcock and see if it fits? __________________ Just because I'm in Mensa doesn't mean I have to live up to my potential.

06-05-2009, 01:46 PM	#881
autolycos True vulgarian Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Lincoln, NE Oddometer: 4,188	Well, I decided to be a regular ADVer and tear apart my unworking petcock before any of YFF's replied. NO GASKET. NONE. So, $.10 later, I have one. Whee. __________________ Just because I'm in Mensa doesn't mean I have to live up to my potential.

06-08-2009, 02:28 PM	#884
tombaisley Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2008 Location: afton, ny Oddometer: 162	rear shock I took the rear shock out of my '86 XT and removed the spring. I found that there is a 3 position adjustment for the top spring retainer, Mine was set in the middle position, I moved it down 1/4" to the bottom position and also added two 1/4" shims under the spring retainer for a total of 3/4" of preload. The shims were cut from a piece of 1/4" Alum plate using a 3" and 2" ,respectivly ,hole saw to form a gaint washer. The bike feels pretty good with alot less spring sag in the rear.

06-03-2009, 06:35 AM	#871
debaisley Beastly Adventurer Joined: Apr 2008 Location: Rotterdam , NY Oddometer: 1,388	will an 84 tt600 rear shock fit on to an 86 xt600 ? what is the best way to make the rear a little stiffer / taller ?

06-03-2009, 01:07 PM	#872
JensEskildsen Studly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2009 Location: Denmark Oddometer: 840	your can get a raiser on ebay.de from time to time, something with "heckhöher" Also you could tension up your rear spring if possible. Pic of mine with the item installed, vs my buddys in front:

06-05-2009, 01:34 AM	#879
Mark.F Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2008 Location: England Oddometer: 179	Ztaj "Well , it's been a while since I've been in here, but I've run into a bit of a snag with the XT. Due to lubrication failure the top end has had a melt down. My question is....... where can I get the parts to re-build it. Cam shaft rockers, piston(oversize) rings, head, thats about it for now, the motor is still being dismantled at this stage so the list may grow. Also the DR750 has decided it needs a bit of a re-build too so cost is an issue " Try UKebay,loads of stuff over here.

06-06-2009, 02:37 AM	#883
Padmei enamoured Joined: Mar 2008 Location: Nelson New Zealand Oddometer: 2,482	Jatz it's a shame about the bikes. Hopefully the XT will be back up & looking good shortly.

06-08-2009, 06:48 PM	#885
Olas the darkness Joined: Aug 2007 Location: Englewood, CO Oddometer: 3,583	JT front sprocket orientation question Guys, this is going to sound dumb but i'm going to ask anyway. I'm in the middle of installing my JT countershaft sprocket and am confused at to which way I should install it. Should the stamped "JT" logo and tooth count: "15T" be facing out? It seems logical to me that the lettering should be outward but it just doesn't "look" right that way. By the way, I had to use a gear puller on the stock CS sprocket that was on my bike. It was frozen solid on there and for a second thought the sprocket was going to taco before it came off the shaft!! Grease those splines to avoid some headaches in the future! __________________ FS: Street Legal American Trail Killer!! Rebuild threads: '92 XT600, '87 XR250R Lighten up, Francis.

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