2009 XB12R Rebuild/Restoration Thread

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Lookin' good! My parts came back from powder as well.

I'm considering pulling the frame/tank and sending it and the swingarm to powdercoat as well. At that time, I was considering pulling the heads and at the very least just doing a top end inspection. I think my lifters are getting a bit noisy. Normally, I wouldnt notice, but my Sportster has so much less engine noise!


Anyhow, keep up the great work!!! :up: :up: :up:
 
You could not powder coat it because of the rubber section. But no reason you can paint them. Just use good quality paint
 
I painted my lines, it turned out pretty sweet! I just used "automotive" quality spray paint form a parts store. just make sure you do a really nice job cleaning and prepping the metal.


 
Dude that's sick. I can't wait to start on mine. Just a heads up, the wiring harness is kind of a pain in the ass to mate up with the frame on. I figured that out when my bike was in the same state as yours. Next time I'll have everything connected to the engine and slip what needs to go to the back of the bike through the frame first and then bolt the frame up. Just keeps you from tugging on wires and scratching the frame
 
Yeah I'm going to, the frame is just sitting on it. I had to clean the harness and get the clips yesterday. Hopefully it will be on its wheels by Friday.
 
No you don't. Just have to have the right sockets and extensions. It's easy when the fan is out.
 
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