81 xj550 project

Great. One coil has labeled plugs, 1 and 4. The other one doesn't. So it doesn't matter which goes where for that one, 2vs3? Just clarifying.

 

Correct.

 

Shiny...
also installed battery box and that top tray. Wiring is next, I bought a second wire loom, just in case.

 

oooooooooo, looks great!

 

Oooooh Daddy! Them's some pretty brackets! Clamps too! Where'd they come from?

 

Keep showing brackets liek that and I'll have to invest in a milling attachemnt for my lathe.

 

Found them on ebay a while ago, from Australia if I remember correctly. Not cheap but I sold a pair of 650 side covers that covered the costs.
and yes, they are even prettier in person.

 

Happened to come across the old inner fender. Didn't plan on using it but it makes a lot of sense. Some minor cutting and it works perfectly..
I also realized my new fuse box is too high to mount it where the original one was. Not going to put it where it is sitting right now. More reading about aftermarket fuse box upgrades on the to-do list.

 

Is there a drawing somewhere that lists what/where each relay is? I think I have seen something like this, basically a map of the wiring and where each one is located on the bike, but it could have been for my MV, not sure. I am looking at the wiring harness and there are three relays I don't know what they are. And going through a black and white manual is a pain. All are up where the coils are. One is the flasher. What are the others?

 

Never mind, found it in my online manual on the last pages just now

 

Very cool writeup:
http://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/the-ultimate-relay-switch-sensor-and-diodes-guide.27543/

 

Where did you get your upper fork clamp?

 

Fz 600. I cut off the mount for the ignition switch which sits up front. I think there is an older pic that still shows it. I removed it so I can see my speedo which will sit in the headlamp bucket.

 

I love this thread. Just got a 1981 Seca last night and plan something in the near future for my girl friend...

 

Saftie, re: your fuse box, I mounted mine in the same spot the OEM fuse box was, but right to the air box. Looks great and fits perfect.
Had to cut the plastic a bit that was there but it worked.
-EM

 

Thanks.
Yes, I will install it where the original box was located.
Only issue is height but might get away with trimming it a bit.

 

Ok, got started on wiring. Idientifying everything is an issue. Started thread here: http://www.xjbikes.com/forums/threads/minimal-wiring.66321/

 

you better get a beefy battery... that cigarette looks like it'll pull some hefty amperage...

 

i love it when a plan comes together!