http://xlboard.aimoo.comAimoo CityAimooen-USAimoo http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Hi-everyone-1-1648910.html Dubtac 2009-10-27 05:10:11.467 Off Topic Hello all, I just got an XL 175 can i get some help here http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Hi-everyone-1-1648909.html Dubtac 2009-10-28 00:35:45.843 Off Topic Hello all, I just got an XL 175 can i get some help here http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Hello-this-is-me-1-1639645.html davevillajr 2009-10-16 01:18:37.937 Off Topic Hello,I am new to this forum (duh), so I am introducing myself.Hi.I've just recently purchased a project XL350 for fun.  It needs lots of goodies, but I've got lots of time.Hope to get some useful info off of the boards here.Thanks,dv http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/29-HELMET-Review-TMS-ky-203-open-face-3-4-shield-1-1630647.html sdanville 2009-10-05 21:26:12.183 Off Topic  I searched the forums. I searched epinions, only one mention of these TMS Helmets from some Harley forum so thought I would leave a review here for people searching for a TMS helmet review.I wanted a helmet for riding my Honda XL350R and Honda ACE VT1100c2 ( with no windshield) Something with http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/How-to-ride-a-dirt-bike-by-Skeeter-Dixon-1-1615737.html gunrunner87 2009-09-18 10:58:08.2 Off Topic or idea of dirt bike humor........ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1XuL7ItZv0 http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/xl-rocker-cover-gasket-1-1586048.html devonnick 2009-08-15 02:05:44.17 Off Topic hi all....any one know what the best instant gasket type is?.......i was thinking the old red hemitie stuff  or maybe a new silicone type...any help would be great thanks..nick. http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/xl-rocker-cover-gasket-1-1586047.html devonnick 2009-08-15 02:05:40.14 Off Topic hi all....any one know what the best instant gasket type is?.......i was thinking the old red hemitie stuff  or maybe a new silicone type...any help would be great thanks..nick. http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/xl-rocker-cover-gasket-1-1586046.html devonnick 2009-08-15 02:05:19.187 Off Topic hi all....any one know what the best instant gasket type is?.......i was thinking the old red hemitie stuff  or maybe a new silicone type...any help would be great thanks..nick. http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Mixture-Tuning-1-1567406.html XLMan 2009-07-26 09:41:17.923 Off Topic I've got a 76 xl175 basketcase that needs help. I've got the girl running just fine but it feels like there is something wrong with the mixture. I get a fairly good run up through the RPMs but at the same time get some sputtering from the exhaust and carb. Also when i snap open the throttle it bogs, http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Possible-new-bike-1-1547993.html XLellent 2009-07-08 11:20:43.077 Off Topic    Hey, I was wondering, would anyone know where I might get a speedometer for an '89 Honda Interceptor 250?  I'm parting out the bike I have now (a '76 XL 350) so that I might be able to buy another bike.(above)And the only thing that's wrong with it is the speedometer doesn't work. http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/hello-from-glasgow-1-1514780.html crabbit_shaun 2009-06-08 00:12:16.55 Off Topic have just bought what i thought was a 79 xl 125 in bits, as usual it turns out its a 79 xl 100 s ! the engine i planned to fit was my from my old 125 r mono shock, think it was a 1985 ? will it fit ? have offered it up and will get the front mounts ok but the rear ones need a bit of fiddling with bu http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Small-bore-Vintage-Honda-promise-land-in-Nicaragua-1-1479457.html gunrunner87 2009-05-08 07:27:00.28 Off Topic Just back from a trip to Nicaragua. So many old Honda's in that place i was out of my head and plotting how to bring a boat load of em back, but my twelve year old kept cautioning me that it would be like taking a wild animal from there back home to live in a cage and i guess he was right. Would be http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Leak-Down-Tester-1-1373409.html davidch 2009-02-19 09:19:28.263 Off Topic The subject of leak down testers has arisen on this forum numerous times over the years. I recall a discussion once of how to make an LDT from a compression tester and some weatherhead-type fittings.While looking on eBay for some Snap-On tools, I stumbled across an LDT - not Snap-On brand - for unde http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Hello-from-Malta-1-1348729.html XLR250Fun 2009-02-07 15:13:40.357 Off Topic Hello I'm from Malta and I have been reading this forum and I really like it because I usually don't find much information on XLs online. Actually I am a beginner and I ride an XLR250 of 1991. I find it a bit heavy for its 250 machine speed and so it discourages me from doing tricks like wheelies an http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Seattle-WA-Anyone-recommend-a-place-to-stay-1-1332222.html dorkpunch 2009-01-31 02:33:38.763 Off Topic I'm going to be in Seattle from feb 4 to Feb 9 at the RV show at Qwest Field.  Anyone know of any good places to stay close to there?  Come by the Spring Ridge Estates booth and talk bikes too if you want! http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Motorcycle-Event-Photos-from-2008-1-1259285.html oldsport 2008-12-31 12:10:30.403 Off Topic Photos from some of the 2008 motorcycle shows, events I attened in 20082008 Isle of Vashon - Vashon Island, Washington Vintage Bike Enthusiasts (VME) September 08 old bikesMotorsports 2008 - Tacoma Washington Oct. 08  old Cycle World International Motorcycle Show - Seattle Decemiber 08 - some n http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/XL-Virgin-1-1177742.html Penton 2008-12-03 09:31:07.2 Off Topic Well, this looks to be the place to come to for all things XL related. Some how over the yrs, never managed to have an XL. Close, SL, XR, TLR, but no XL. Recently picked up a '72 XL250:[IMG]http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y73/PenontISDT/7121_1.jpg[/IMG][IMG]http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y73/Peno http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/new-to-here-1-1166064.html difflock13 2008-11-28 02:24:06.547 Off Topic hi im new on here all i got so far is a non running  xl250 engine on some sort of chinese quad bike all help on what i can do with it is welcome http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Just-signed-up-on-the-board-1-1066172.html TheRadBaron 2008-10-28 00:10:29.903 Off Topic Hello gents,I just happened upon this board while searching for some info on converting my new, barn fresh SL100 to batteryless ignition.  I'm impressed with the amount of knowledge here.  I wish I knew about this board earlier, as I'm a big fan of old Honda trail bikes.  I have a&nbs http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/cleaning-up-an-old-engine-1-1063695.html cornflakejoe 2008-10-30 00:25:30.61 Off Topic Its actually not for an XL, but for its a honda anyway...:-)Its a motor from a 2001 Honda 350 Rancher, I'm using it to power a custom project, but its been mud covered and snow drenched since new, so now its dirty and stained.  I'm trying to get the thing looking brand new, i was thinking of ta http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Visit-to-England-1-1034684.html Swiss 2008-09-27 23:30:38.39 Off Topic Correct the spelling and try again.  I am looking at a possible trip to England next summer in June.  Any racing going on around that time?  Will be in the Lakenheath AFB area near Cambridge.Swiss http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Bisit-to-England-1-1034683.html Swiss 2008-12-13 08:25:10.28 Off Topic I am looking at a possible trip to England next summer in the June time period.  Any races going on during that time period?  Swiss http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/new-old-honda-rider-1-1029503.html mattm 2008-07-10 04:28:58.06 Off Topic greetings im matt from the rainy oregon coast.  this is the best xl page on the net  i have a 86 xl 600r, a 82 xl500(with a 80 engine) and a 75 xl 350 side port none of which run. looking forward to talking to all of you..........................matt http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/XL350-XL250-and-General-Ramble-1-1026989.html lrayvick 2008-06-25 23:59:39.717 Off Topic Well here I am in the process of getting rid of most of my 70s XLs.  Recently sold four of the XL250s and one XL350.  Sort of a sad time but I need to make room.   And there is quite a demand out there for lower cost smaller bikes due to the gas prices.  One bike w http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Newbie-here-1-1026907.html RunWhatsyabrung 2008-09-27 23:29:01.39 Off Topic I'll try this again-Hi. My name is Marty and I hail from sunny SoCal. I just scored a nice '83 XL600R so I figure it wouldn't hurt to lurk around to learn a few things about it. I'll need to learn a little about the board too as this one looks different than others I've been on. I'm looking forward http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Jimmie-Newton-you-out-there-1-1026801.html brucifer 2008-09-27 23:31:11.247 Off Topic Anyone heard from Jimmie Newton recently? Just wondering how the XR500 racing is going. Bruce http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Jeez-I-just-cant-pass-em-up-1-1025029.html Guest 2008-07-17 07:37:43.123 Off Topic But it is a '76 and they are the "rare" ones...Snuggled in her new bed till I can get to it (in the back on the right): http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Dream-Garage-1-1023404.html Swiss 2008-05-31 23:45:53.56 Off Topic Well, I have been thinking a lot lately about just what I want to build and have in the garage.  Of course I can't do it all with just one bike.  Life just isn't that simple.  And thinking about it, not one of them would be stock!  As a stock machine, I would probably be fairly h http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Yamaha-TW-200-1-1022128.html caforever99 2008-11-25 00:51:01.483 Off Topic This is probably heresy to ask on a Honda forum, but does anyone have any experience with the Yamaha TW 200? I saw an ad for one and it looked interesting, but I don't know what to make of the rear wheel.Thanks for any responses! http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/CR-XL420-Tirot-vs-HL500-Yamaha-1-1021571.html Swiss 2008-04-28 11:26:49.593 Off Topic Geoff,I know that you are a real fan of the Tirot CR/XL420 that you have pictures of on the web site.  I like it also and was trying to figure out what it was that was "right" about the layout.  It looks better than the the "normal" C&J bikes and many of the other H http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Im-ps-1-1020876.html woosh 2008-04-19 22:23:34.103 Off Topic sed what regulates the electricity to the head light on my 85 xl80s? http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Got-my-bike-stuck-in-the-mud-1-1020719.html woosh 2008-11-25 00:53:01.903 Off Topic Wanted to play in the mud pit thought it was dry enough. Almost took my xl80 but decided the tires wouldnt like it it still has the stock tires. So I hopped on my xl250 it has a very aggresive tire on the rear. I got to the mud pit about 7:30 and started into it for some reason I slowed down a littl http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Starting-Fluid-Danger-1-1020665.html XL-erate 2009-01-07 20:20:28.937 Off Topic Hi guys!I frequently see mention on various forums about having an engine problem and using starting fluid. The normal description talks about squirting a bunch in the carb throat and cranking engine, sometimes repeatedly, maybe over the course of days or weeks.For those that don't know it starting http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/New-bike-this-thing-screams-1-1020531.html dorkpunch 2009-02-19 13:37:45.327 Off Topic Picture this:  Ultra light wieght, 5 speed 2 stroke street bike.  Built with the racer in mind!  Kick start only.  Starts right up on the first kick!  Let it warm up for a bit and your ready.  Back it out, drop it into first gear and start moving.  Your on the road http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Boise-ID-area-Clutch-1-1020312.html Swiss 2008-04-07 13:18:05.06 Off Topic I am trying to figure out if any of the Rekluse clutch parts will fit the early XL250/350 clutches.  Brian said that the basket was too short, but I think that he is talking about the '80s XL and not our older engine.  Is anyone in the area that could take a basket by the Relkuse shop and http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/WAY-off-V45-1-1020150.html XL-erate 2008-04-05 09:34:58.09 Off Topic Hi guys!Yeah, w-a-y of topic but having a devil of a time finding ANY info on a bike: Honda V45, Magna I think? It's V4 750 cc and was a rocket from the 80's. I've located one complete and near free and can't find out what its strong points or weak points are. Anybody here a former owner?Anybod http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/How-to-check-oil-1-1020117.html HondaMan 2009-07-21 11:06:10.14 Off Topic What is the procedure for checking the oil on a '76 xl175. I've had a few bikes where you screw the dip stick all the way in, some that you dont screw in at all, some that you check upright, some that you check on the side-stand. Thanks for the help guys! http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Got-a-new-bike-today-1-1018867.html woosh 2008-03-25 23:33:23.2 Off Topic Its an 85 xl80s it needs headlight turnsignals and mirrors. I am wondering if I can put an xl100 engine into the frame they look the same the 80s frame is tiny though. I want the 5 speed tranny of the xl100 anyone know if this will work I have a spare engine sitting here. http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Alloy-wheel-I-D-1-1016796.html XL-erate 2008-10-30 00:26:08.06 Off Topic Hi guys!Got an alloy wheel in excellent shape but no clue what it's off of, hoping somebody here knows about these mysteries of life. Various things stamped on rim: DID Japan 1.83 X 18    96- -17- -15- - [the dashes are stamped in too]  J18  18X1.85  678 DOTBrake drum: http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Where-s-Geoff-1-1016420.html Motoracer838 2008-05-21 10:26:21.78 Off Topic I got an email from him a while back that sounded like he was almost ready to move the board, and then got an invite from him to join something called plaxo. I haven't seen him on the board since, does anybody know what's going on???Joe http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Hey-AIMOO-1-1016196.html XL-erate 2008-02-09 13:03:52.817 Off Topic Have you folks figured out how to enable cookie handling for this Forum yet?That way people don't have to log in every single visit!It's the only forum I know of on the whole internet that requires me to sign in every time I visit, even on the same day!All others use SIMPLE cookie handling opti http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Page-View-Pixels-1-1013964.html XL-erate 2008-01-25 09:13:18.577 Off Topic Hi guys!Question here: is there a way to change the page view sizing? I've got a vintage computer just like my vintage bikes and the 1028 X 780 view is a no-worky. I need something more like 800 X 600, but couldn't find a way to change it anywhere. Suggestions, other than break down and buy a n http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Too-Many-too-long-Sold-one-today-1-1013630.html lrayvick 2008-01-08 11:08:54.51 Off Topic Here I am in soggy So Cal - just sold a 75 XL250.  It was about time.  I don't even know how many I have.  Wait, I'll count them ......  10.  Oh, not too bad.  But I need the room so more will go: 2 - 175, 4 - 250, 2 - 350, 2 - 500.  I even got to the point where I http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/a-Rant-or-three-1-1013507.html Motoracer838 2008-01-06 23:44:48.523 Off Topic  Well that's annoying, I have a new message, when I click the icon I get a message that says "problem loading page, the connection was reset". I guess I'll try again later. While I'm on a rant, a couple of other things.1 With all damage done, I really hate seeing that "make http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Soo-how-many-1-1012099.html Motoracer838 2008-01-20 21:21:02.7 Off Topic of us are left here? From what I see in the way of recent posts and veiws it looks like only a handfull.How much longer 'till we get the new board? Cheers Beers n Gearz. Joe http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Check-check-check-testing-123-1-1009024.html XLinSAV 2007-12-14 00:52:42.727 Off Topic Is this thing on? http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/WHERES-THE-OLD-BOARD-1-1002111.html Guest 2007-11-21 01:00:07.14 Off Topic IS THERE SOME REASON THE BOARD CHANGED ???   http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Aimoo-new-look-1-1001956.html bake 2007-11-23 19:11:17.11 Off Topic Wow, what happened around here? Looks like the avatars are lost and our old post count? Better try a photo just for fun. [IMG]http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o56/bakdo/pubs/P1011188.jpg[/IMG] http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/New-guy-in-NY-1-1000447.html waspp 2007-11-07 11:26:36.0 Off Topic Hello everyone! I was recently given an 84 XL600R so in doing my research I came across this very helpful board,an excellent resource for sure. Lots of bikes in the garage but this is my first Honda in a long time. It looks to be a respectable duel sport once I get the bike sorted out and put bac http://xlboard.aimoo.com/category/Best-oil-to-run-in-a-77-xl350-1-997149.html hondarider27 2007-11-12 06:26:22.0 Off Topic What is the best oil to run in my 77xl350. i have herd castrol 20w-50(in these forums). i have just been runnig normal 10w30. i only got aobut 3,500 miles on my bike also. THanks  is the castrol alot better