My Project.

[ejo]

I thought about up loading lots of re-build pics but having a look around other sites, I thought I'd start a page of my own. save on loads of Server space for this site. I've linked to a few of you guys on here, i hope you dont mind, (If you do please say so) If any body wants to be added as a link or can point to a good site please let me know.
If any one has any Ideas or suggestions for anything please feel free to comment.

cheers.

http://ejo.creations.com/xz550/


ejo
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[funkamongus]

You're getting there!!! Have you heard her fire yet?? I got to the bottom and wanted to keep reading!

[sunburnedaz]

Welcome. man yeh it will be fun when it gets started.

[chrisw]

Good luck! looks like a tough project. You can catch my rebuild on this site, or bikepics (im the only lame purple XZ on bikepics haha)

keep us updated :)

[ejo]

Bump !

Has any body had one of these welded before, or have I got to source another.

For those who don't recognise it, it's the Starter Clutch.

[Tiger]

 :) FUBAR'd bud...Go source another one from your local wreckers... ;) I've had to change three like that this past year for Vision owners!!!

                 8).......TIGER....... 8)

[don_vanecek]

Wow, I don't think I could have handled all the problems you are having getting this V up and running. Although mine did take an eight (or was it nine) year rest I was able to keep it shedded and out of the sun. Did get some mice in the air cleaner but as the original owner at least I knew what I had before the hibernation.

Wish you good luck on the rest your rebuild!

[ejo]

These xzeds are thin on the ground in the UK, Though there is a perfectly good model being broken on fleabay uk, http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/XZ550-YAMAHA-VISION-engine-bolt-BREAKING-SPARES-PARTS_W0QQitemZ280418349792QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Motorcycle_Parts?hash=item414a3c72e0 (they want £350 unbroken) I'm waiting to hear back from them about the starter clutch. Does anyone know if they fitted the same starter cluch to any other model yams ?
found one on ebay in the US but shipping is too much.
Or, are there any UK members here with any spare's we could exchange sheckles for ?
Specifically, the Starter clutch, and front brake calipers, but I expect more might be needed later. lol

[Night Vision]

first generation Yamaha Ventures starter clutch will fit...

google this: 11H-15580

I think the dealers here can get them,  surely there must be some in the EU

[lexx790]

These xzeds are thin on the ground in the UK, Though there is a perfectly good model being broken on fleabay uk, http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/XZ550-YAMAHA-VISION-engine-bolt-BREAKING-SPARES-PARTS_W0QQitemZ280418349792QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Motorcycle_Parts?hash=item414a3c72e0 (they want £350 unbroken) I'm waiting to hear back from them about the starter clutch. Does anyone know if they fitted the same starter cluch to any other model yams ?
found one on ebay in the US but shipping is too much.
Or, are there any UK members here with any spare's we could exchange sheckles for ?
Specifically, the Starter clutch, and front brake calipers, but I expect more might be needed later. lol

I'll have a look in my spares box and let you know or you can get them from European supplier.- http://www.cmsnl.com/yamaha-xz550rj-1982_model8893/partslist/C-05.html

[ejo]

Thanks for all the input guys, both on here, and in email, keep it coming.
I had found that site Lexx but thanks, WOW ! 120 euro plus postage on top. I'm on a tight budget, and I cant sell the missus cos she walked out a couple months back, probably just as well, Id have put her on ebay in exchange for parts ! lol
Really need second hand one and a few of you guys are having a look in your spares boxes so thanks, and Ill keep you posted when I find one.

ejo
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[lexx790]

Sorry ejo had a look in my spares and couldn't see one of those.
What material is it , could it be brazed back together ?

[Tiger]

 :) ejo, try simcha...he's in Yorkshire. He may be able to help you  :-\ Look in his profile for info'.... ;)

                    8).......TIGER....... 8)

[ejo]

Thanks for looking Lexx, I don't know if it can be braized, I'll take it to a welding shop tomorrow and find out.
Thanks Tiger, i'm in contact with Simcha via email, he's taking a look in his spares box for me.
Will let you guys know how I get on.

Thanks again.


ejo
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[ejo]

Sadly, at this moment in time, there are no spare starter clutch's available here in the UK .  ??? >:(

But the good news is, I had mine welded, .....and................SHE LIVES !

Will upload short video of the start up to my site when I can find a server to house it.

ONE SMILEY CHAPPIE HERE       ;D  even though there is still a long way to go.

[Tiger]

  8) Superb mate...your making progress, that is all that matters ;)

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[artbone]

Bump !

Has any body had one of these welded before, or have I got to source another.

For those who don't recognise it, it's the Starter Clutch.

I had one welded up on my bike that's in the Isle of Man. It's been in there 10 or 11 years and I haven't had a problem. Of course, if I had a choise I would get a new one but a good welder can fix it.

   I met my future wife in July 98 and I was going over to the IOM in Aug. and pick up the Vision and ride it through France, Switzerland, and Italy, then back to the IOM for the Manx GP. I invited Carol to join me on the Island for a week. She had never sat on a bike before, much less rode one.
   She accepted and I set off on my European adventure. During the trip the starter got worse and worse until I had to push it off every time, no fun loaded with bags for a long trip. I knew I would have to fix it on the IOM because I would look like a complete dork if I brought a woman all the way over there, then didn't have a bike to ride.
   Luckily I had the manual and got everything apart and determined that the little ring was broken and the shoulder bolts and threads were toast. I found a welder who could weld up the ring and he pointed me to a machine shop where they Helicoiled the threads and, believe it or not, had the right shoulder bolts.
   Then, after all that, as I was putting the thing back together, I dropped one of the springs and ball bearings into the bottom end. (note to self: always put a rag in that hole that leads to the oil pan.)I got the ball out but couldn't get the spring. I put it back together with a spring from a ball point pen, not something I would recommend but desperate times call for desperate measures. The starter has worked fine ever since.  :)

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