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1983 XJ900 Cam Chain replacement type

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Novascotiamark, Jan 3, 2023.

  1. Novascotiamark

    Novascotiamark Member Premium Member

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    I am getting some parts together for a top end rebuild on two 1983 XJ900's, everything seems getable except for the cam chain. I believe the bike calls for a DID-FTS-120L which seems hard to get. I can find a DID-FTSS-120LE on line, not sure if they ship to Canada. I emailed DID and they said the 219-FTS and 219-FTSS are the same. The only thing I'm not sure on is the "E" at the end of the description for the FTSS chain. Wondering if anyone knows what the "E" refers to and if so is it a difference compared to the 120L chain. Thanks.
     
    Novascotiamark, Jan 3, 2023
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    chacal Moderator Moderator Supporting Vendor Premium Member

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    We do have both the OEM chain and master link available, as well as an "endless" (no master link) chain available for he 900 engines. You can request info and pricing via e-mail at: info@xj4ever.com
     
    chacal, Jan 4, 2023
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    I see it in the XJ4ever list now. Not sure how I missed it the first time. I'm in the process of ordering the top end parts for the two bikes through XJ4ever. If I need the cam chains its good to know there available. Thanks.
     
    Novascotiamark, Jan 5, 2023
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    Hi wondering how i go about getting a timing chain for my xj 900
     
    Greg Hennigar, Aug 7, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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    @Greg Hennigar, go back up 2 posts above and you will see Chacal's post about contacting him and his link. He will have the chain you seek. Along with all the info on XJ's that you could ever want. And the best guy to do business with you will ever meet.
     
    Fuller56, Aug 7, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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