1980 Yamaha XS 400 "timing" Questions

How do I adjust the timing chain? http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcycles/1981-yamaha-motorcycle-xs400sh/o/m8262#sch213650 Look at this schematic. Timing chain tensioners are self adjusting. When

how do I set the timing and ajust the valvs on my 1980 xs 400 the only way to change the valve timings are to adjust the iming chan=in(by removing or adding links) or to change to a different camshaft

big bear 400 has bad engin blow by from tube coming out of head and also if you loosen engin oil fill cap it blows oil out bad is this afordable to fix sorry but its time for an overhaul (engine ...

My xs400 is hard to star when cold why? How to fix this problem Check the fuel air mixture when cold or if it has a temperature sensor and an ECU, check the sensor. Weak battery not cranking fast ...

...wont fire. It keeps flooding out after several attemots to start it. Is there a way to check the timing on this bike ? Any suggestions truly appreciated. Thbks Remove carbs and make sure all of

Need float height specs for 82 XS400J and 78 400 special I'm in major need of the float height specs for these two bikes. Please help! Thanks, Matt Alas I could only find a link to a manual for $10...

i need a wiring harness diagram for a 79 yamaha 400...none of the wires are labeled and i am no good at electronics..is there a simple diagram that can show me how to do it? u need a clymer manual in ...

My Yamaha xs400 is in great shape, but recently the headlight was only working sometimes, then now it doesn't work at all. I checked the bulb and it's still good. I looked at the wiring behind