RT and left hand controls (new)
View attachment 88136 hi gang, I know it's bad etiquette to sign up just to post an ad to sell something but please hear me out. I used to own a 1978 xs750, I had it for about 3 years and drove the...
View ArticleStarter Gear Fix!
Below I documented the fix for the slipping 4th starter gear. I want to add the original poster/author is below. All I did was test and post pictures to what he is writing about. I applied this fix...
View Article74+ Kick starter and DIY Exhaust
If anyone has an extra kick starter or a DIY exhaust let me know. I can always buy new but someone has an extra or decided to go a different route on exhaust let me know. Thanks!
View Article1975 XS650 Tracker / Brat / Something-or-other.
Putting the feelers out there to see if anyone might be interested. I built this thing over the course of a few months last Fall and Winter after my daughter was born, and it was quite an experience!...
View ArticleJockey shift
Finished playing with the all in one jockey shift and foot clutch in just the cover. Now got to test it and if all goes good i will post some pictures and start selling them. Everything lined up good...
View ArticleTool box clean out! Matco, Snap-on, Mac tools
Selling off some of my tools to pay for tuition. Ill be adding more tools in the next few weeks/months as I find the time to photograph and list them. Matco flat head driver- 20 shipped
View ArticlePARTING OUT this '79 XS650 Special
Getting ready to start my chopper/bobber build. Everything on this fine specimen will go except for engine/frame. Wheels, body, suspension. Tires are good, carbs are older Mike's XS Performance. Tank...
View ArticleAlternator brush question
Just got out my new trusty Harbor Freight digital caliper http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=47256 and pulled my brushes out to measure them . Inner was 10.72 mm and the...
View Articlejusta joke
Old Fart Football An old married couple no sooner hit the pillows when the old man passes gas and says, 'Seven Points.' His wife rolls over and says, 'What in the world was that?' The old man replied,...
View ArticleHHB CDI PMA/Ignition $500 plus shipping.
Hi everyone, I ordered this with all the best intentions, and upon reflection, think that I might have bitten off more than I can chew for the upgrade. It's been sitting on my workbench since May while...
View ArticleGreat Smoky Mountain Rendezvous #24
Are you going? http://xs650society.com/event-calendar/
View ArticleTire Recommendations For a 1980 XS650G
I have a 1980 XS650G that is in need of a new set of tires. Front tire - 100/90-19 Rear tire - 130/90-16 I was looking at 80% 20% dual sport tires, but there are not many options for 16 inch and 19...
View ArticleIts almost winter. Time to ruin another bike (1970 XS1)
Hey folks. Been lurking on the site for awhile trying to research my new project and would welcome some input. I picked up a basketcase 1970 XS650 for a song, so it's time to ruin another perfectly...
View ArticleEver inherited a project? Yeah, me too. 75 XS650 Frankenbuild. Brat? Tracker?...
This 1975 XS650 is gonna be a ... Brat? Tracker? What? Somehow, I have become a magnet for derelict motorcycles amongst my friend group. This isn't the worst problem to have, but there are several...
View ArticleTrouble/What To Do With This Stock BS34 Minikuni Carb?
Encountered a larger problem when taking apart my carb for the second time and believed it deserved its own thread to try and figure out what to do with this thing. JaxShane650 said: ↑ Okay so I did...
View ArticleCarburetor Rebuilding - Oldskoolcarbs
Oldskoolcarbs rebuilds motorcycle carburetors and does all versions of Mikuni CV carburetors used on the XS 650's. BS Series I, II & III (ie BS 38's & BS 34's) Contact Info. Rick West -...
View Articlefront and rear brake on same lever
hi guys i was wondering what would the the pros and cons of using the hand lever to activate front and rear brakes?
View ArticleTHE DISTINGUISHED GENTLEMAN’S RIDE 2016
Anyone else riding the DGR this year? I will be out in my gold suit on the rig. Check it out sign up and raise some cash for men's health or sponsor my ride if you can....
View ArticleMy first build (2016) '72 xs650
Hey everybody, I am presently starting a restore on a '72 xs650 and could use your help and expertise as I progress. The bike is in "so so" shape. But needs a lot of work. I'm starting with the basics....
View ArticleWire Harness Routing and Temperature Concerns
I am finalizing my XS650 Cafe Racer build and finishing the wire harness. I am using standard 18 gauge PVC wire from auto parts store. I would like pass part of main harness from through the engine...
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