XS Southeast 2016
XS Southeast 2016 will be held at the Iron Horse Motorcycle Lodge 23-26 September 2016. All space at the lodge is blocked for this event until about 15 January. It's not too soon to plan your trip to...
View ArticleXS400 pma charging system
hey i was wondering if anyone has successfully done a pma swap on the 400 using the banshee or the HHB kit?? Ive been all over the forum and the topic has been dead for years on there View attachment...
View ArticleYamaha XS650 Streetracker $1950 South Carolina
1972 Yamaha XS 650 Streettracker, Bike has been stored/not started since 2010, Fuel was drained and bike has been stored indoors. Clear SC title ready for transfer. - Custom high exhaust (no mufflers...
View ArticleTo ditch the points system or not?
Hay team, So I have been bitten already by the condenser failing on my on my 78 xs650 standard. I always carry a spare. I have gotten pretty efficient at setting my point gaps and timing etc. But im...
View ArticleTree clamp info
Hey guys just bought a new tree clamp from old school speed and it doesnt fit, go figure, here is what i got. View attachment 88966 I guess this ome is for a 35mm and i have a 74 xs650 so mine would be...
View ArticleThe Centerstand Challenge - Lift Assist Handle
To avert hijacking, and focus on this single topic, this is a branch-off of JetMechMarty's thread: http://www.xs650.com/threads/did-not-make-it-home-in-one-piece.46473/ I messed-up my right arm doing...
View ArticleThinning the herd
It's gotten to the point where I have decided it's time to thin the herd a bit. I have a few bikes here I'd like to part company with to a good home. So- here they are: First is an '80 "Special Two"...
View ArticleKeepers
I am not the author. It was sent to me in an e-mail. I do not know who to give credit too but can and do appreciate the thought and sentiment expressed. A post Brassneck made today reminded me of it....
View ArticleSet of white 19" mags with speedholes and Shinko 241 tires
Pair of 19" XS 650 mags wheels that have been drilled and powdercoated white. I was going to run them on an MX360 tracker, but I sold the bike. Will need to have and Omar's or Henry's adapter kit if...
View ArticlePowder Coating VS Heat Retention
I have heard several differing takes. Some folks say that powder coating engine parts such as heads, cylinders and cases prevents these components from releasing heat. Has anyone here done any real...
View ArticleLithion-Ion Battery Use
I have a 72 XS2 with Pamco ignition and the PMA from Mike's XS. Any reason I couldn't use this battery? http://shoraipower.com/lfx14a5-bs12-p74 Pricey, but I've heard they're worth the money and it's...
View ArticleElectrical issues...charging / not charging...
Hi, I'm Nick. I just got a bike. First bike for me. I'm kind of a car guy, but bikes are new. 1980 xs650. I've been lurking on the forums a bit, and now i need help with some advice. I was told it...
View ArticleXs engine fix up
Hi guys, I've pulled my engine out of my xs650 and taken the head and jugs off. Main reason was oil leaks from the head gasket and the plug/bolts that hold in the cam chain guide. Now I'm not too sure...
View Article1976 XSC - Bad small end rod knock comes w/ donor engine and stand w/ good...
View attachment 87527 Top end redo 500 miles ago: rebore, pistons, pins and rings, cam chain and guides, sump and side filter,cam bearings Sealed 1975 tank. New Dunlop K-70's, tubes, wheel bearings,...
View ArticleMake Offer: In one piece or parted out (81 XS650)
I've had it for a couple of years and planned to get around to it. I'm not seeing that in the near enough future so I'm looking to turn it free to the XS650 community. The frame is untouched and it's...
View ArticleHughs xs risers
Hey guys bought a set of hughs xs650 risers and recieved them yesterday from mikes xs, i can return but i will offer to you all for 65 shipped to your door, new in package not been opened. View...
View ArticleBig money for charging not always needed?
I built a chop for my son 25 years ago. He used to take it on day trips 50-60 miles from home. He always made it back. Points will fire clear down to a little under 6 volts. We did not have, at the...
View ArticleAnyone have any experience with these Chinese Brembo knock-off brake calipers?
I'm looking for a set of Brembo calipers like the ones used on many Ducatis with 40mm mounting bolt hole spacing. There are a bunch of imitation Brembos on eBay like this....
View Articlemaster cylinder ID and rebuild
I am wanting to get my master cylinder rebuilt But I am having doubts about which kit to use. Its an Australian delivered 78 special, twin disc, vin prefix 447-911, are there kits available or, am I...
View ArticleHow do I pick the lock on my tank!
So I got a sweet new tank for my cafe project but there's no key for the cap...how do I pick the lock/remove the cap? Thanks for the help, this forum is such an asset to a newb like me.
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