newbie build of xvs 650 yamaha

[old git]

maybe glen or firebob can enlighten us as they bothe run xvs;s glens 650 and bobs 1100 so maybe they can advise. I had a look today and not much room for a fan,but could be done.

[firebob22]

Hi mate, can't say I've had any overheating problems on my XVS, just fitted a temp gauge where the oil fill used to be, not because I actually look at it, just that it looks better than a plastic plug! You say you're going to fit a u-bolt over the nose of the diff, I found out that a Ford Escort Mexico hanger u-bolt is the perfect fit. I had to order 2 as they come in pairs, so I have a spare one if you want it free & gratis!
Just about to fit a heavy duty Barnett clutch conversion to mine which does away with the diaphragm spring, & also fitting Kevlar clutch plates & heavy duty springs. The old clutch is ok but not up to dragging an axle around & there's something not quite right going on with it, when the kit arrives from the good ol' USA i'll investigate & let you know.
Good luck, Bob.

[old git]

cheers for that bob had a feeling you would have said if this had been a problem , already got the u bolt fitted free from my local factors i have a trade account as i by so much for the cars i build!!! and now bikes hope to be finished soon while there is still some good weather.I have been reading some old threads on here about disabled does this make a difference with registering,as i am a disabled war pensioner and have just given in and now have a mobility car. any one got the full gen on this would be a help.

[1130cc]

Just had a bit of a hint for info, and found the following:
http://www.trikedoctor.co.uk/forums/vie ... hp?t=16111
http://www.mankymonkeymotors.co.uk/Trik ... ingtt.html

Saying that, looking at the MSVA manual, it only talks about "disabled person's belt".

I was thinking, yours is just a bolt on conversion, so not sure it would make any difference amending the registration.

Best bet is probably give NABD a call.

[old git]

thanks for that mate i may look into this but as you say a bolt on should not be a prob just wondering if being disabled might speed things up, i suppose i should call dvla or rather get the wife to as she always gets further than me[probably calmer] i tend to get wound up and get nowhere.

[miniondave]

As 1130cc said, you will be better contacting NABD.
They will not give you the run around like DVLA do.
Straight forward facts.

[old git]

just been on the nabd site may well contact my local rep, could be a help thanks again guys as ever very helpfull.

[old git]

Hub adapters arrived today. Can finally complete the fitment of the wire wheel adapters and fit the wheels.

[old git]

Bought some second hand trailer wheel arches and cut out the bits I needed to replace the flattened area on the muddies.



Trying to figure out how to mount the muddies as it needs to be substantial. This is using some 90 degree bends I purchased, but they look a bit square.

These are some of the original bends I did for the swing arm conversion, they look much better.

looks a bit like the handles on a bobsleigh [may need a push now and then]

Welds need cleaning up, muddies removed to come up with a solution to accurately centre them and make final changes for tyre clearance. Tubes will probably need minor adjustments to mount to guards. Will use the tubes with the 90 degree bends for the rest of the mounts to front and rear. Should be strong enough, fingers crossed!

[old git]

not much more can be done this weekend as off to Bristol for my grand daughters 2.nd birthday