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Old 06-02-2023, 08:19 PM   #1
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Getting back on 2 wheels

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I've got a Qlink XF200 and Vstrom 1000 that have been sitting for years. Looking to get at least one back on the road this year... Probably the 200 since a buddy just got a Honda Trail.


 
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Old 06-02-2023, 09:19 PM   #2
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Old 06-02-2023, 10:36 PM   #3
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Old 06-03-2023, 10:00 AM   #4
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Pulled out of mothballs and hosed 'er off.



Now to get to work


 
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Old 06-08-2023, 10:31 PM   #5
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I think I remember the valves getting louder before I parked it. Both were loose so I adjusted them down to .08mm intake, .13mm exhaust since that is what I had feelers for and read that is close to what is recommended.

I'd complain about adjusting valves, but it is a walk in the park compared to multi-cyl and especially shim n bucket. The exhaust was only marginally more annoying next to the frame tube. Gosh don't even need to remove and reseal a big valve cover. I feel spoiled!



 
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Old 06-21-2023, 02:47 PM   #6
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In case this isn't already known. A rack for a Yamaha xt250 appears to be a direct bolt on to an xf200 and likely any bike that shared that same rear end/grab rail bolt locations. It is all just finger tight at the moment. Sofar I can tell the rack side mounts just need to flex inward a bit. And I'll need to trim the side panels on the bike to clear the forward mounts, not anticipating much else though.




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