The auto and manual trans are not interchangable, the engine cases are different.
X-12 Project - What the F did I get myself into?
Here we go, gents. I bought this bike off of some tween for 200 bucks. When I brought it home I felt sort of embarrassed for paying that much for it in its dilapidated state. But the engine starts after a couple kicks, runs smooth, and the oil is clean. Perfect project bike.
So, here's the plan. I want to do this in three main stages, because three is a good number. There are many parts missing, and I'd like to have a manual instead of a semi. First order of business, then, is to convert it to manual and have it ride comfortably. Second stage will be to add lights, speedo, and other electricals. Third stage will be cosmetic; primer, paint, clear-coat and anything else that will make it bling.
Stage 1 - Mechanical
-Engine swap
-Adjustable shifter and clutch assembly
-Rear brake; convert from hand brake to foot brake
-Foot pegs (Haha I've been setting my feet on the mounts)
-Engine mount bolts
-Gas cap
-Gasket set
Stage 2 - Electricals
-Electric start and/or ignition (don't quite know the difference)
-Speedo
-Horn
-Rear turn signals (fronts already wired)
-Headlights and front blinkers
-Brake light
Stage 3 - Bling
-Fix and bondo cracked fairings
-Bang-bang the frame to straighten it out
-Sand
-Primer
-Paint job
-Ducati sticker
I'll add more to the list as I become more learned from you guys and my own wrenchin'. I will need the most help with the transmission conversion, so any info on that will be extremely helpful. If you guys have any spare parts for me, be it lights, bulbs, bolts, or pegs, feel free to PM me or email me at [email protected]. Don't worry, I'll pay ya!
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So, here's the plan. I want to do this in three main stages, because three is a good number. There are many parts missing, and I'd like to have a manual instead of a semi. First order of business, then, is to convert it to manual and have it ride comfortably. Second stage will be to add lights, speedo, and other electricals. Third stage will be cosmetic; primer, paint, clear-coat and anything else that will make it bling.
Stage 1 - Mechanical
-Engine swap
-Adjustable shifter and clutch assembly
-Rear brake; convert from hand brake to foot brake
-Foot pegs (Haha I've been setting my feet on the mounts)
-Engine mount bolts
-Gas cap
-Gasket set
Stage 2 - Electricals
-Electric start and/or ignition (don't quite know the difference)
-Speedo
-Horn
-Rear turn signals (fronts already wired)
-Headlights and front blinkers
-Brake light
Stage 3 - Bling
-Fix and bondo cracked fairings
-Bang-bang the frame to straighten it out
-Sand
-Primer
-Paint job
-Ducati sticker
I'll add more to the list as I become more learned from you guys and my own wrenchin'. I will need the most help with the transmission conversion, so any info on that will be extremely helpful. If you guys have any spare parts for me, be it lights, bulbs, bolts, or pegs, feel free to PM me or email me at [email protected]. Don't worry, I'll pay ya!
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Manual motor.
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Semi-auto piston looks caked as F.
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X-18 frame next to my semi.
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So here's the deal. The dude told me that he couldn't get the timing right. I checked, double checked, and even had a buddy take a look at it. Timing was perfect. However, the rocker arm was flailing all over the place. Did a valve adjustment so that I could feel the friction at .051 and tightened her down.
I noticed, though, that the rocker arm sits on the valve spring kinda funny. Is this normal? I tried the rocker from my semi-auto with the same result. Is it possible that the valve spring is messed up?
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Now I just need to put it together and see if she'll start up. Do I need to put the chain on to test it, or can I just mount to the frame and kick start it?
Semi-auto piston looks caked as F.
X-18 frame next to my semi.
So here's the deal. The dude told me that he couldn't get the timing right. I checked, double checked, and even had a buddy take a look at it. Timing was perfect. However, the rocker arm was flailing all over the place. Did a valve adjustment so that I could feel the friction at .051 and tightened her down.
I noticed, though, that the rocker arm sits on the valve spring kinda funny. Is this normal? I tried the rocker from my semi-auto with the same result. Is it possible that the valve spring is messed up?
Now I just need to put it together and see if she'll start up. Do I need to put the chain on to test it, or can I just mount to the frame and kick start it?
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I got some that might help you the 3rd one is in German.
Attachments
Thanks SD and Dragon. I think I may have some different connections. No spade from the spark plug wire.
Spark plug wire and coil? (X-12):
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Close up of connection from spark plug wire (X-12):
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CDI and Black and yellow/green (X-18):
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Am I gonna have to do some slicing and dicing?
Spark plug wire and coil? (X-12):
Close up of connection from spark plug wire (X-12):
CDI and Black and yellow/green (X-18):
Am I gonna have to do some slicing and dicing?
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Or should I just use the old wiring harness/CDI?
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