Recent content by Gadjo fandjo

Young man! because after kicking bikes literally every day (Not only XS's) after 30 years some knee worn and tear would happens, if it doesn't you're the lucky B.

Ah! but despite the lovely sunny day here in London, the 2 fitting passenger footrest bolts where missing as I changed of address 4 times within 20 years! LOL.So couldn't fit them this weekend:( And slowly finding out that they are unusual! as M12x1.25. On top of that not so common motorcycle...

Got the same. I'll fit them back on my big bore this weekend, I use to have them on the 650 and sounded the dogs bollocks!

Super happy to managed to rivet the cam chain, ready to close up the top end, and ride...Ah no! still have to put back the engine on the frame, updated the electrics, rejet the carbs to accommodate the proper flow for a rebore kit, probably change the breaks, fit the seat (anybody knows the...

Even in Uk we can use that stuff! bring it on mate...

True, I have just been in touch with Rick from SmedSpeed and he seems very helpful, plus plenty of super good advice on the website. I am so glad to have found someone in the UK who keeps the XS spirit after Tony Hall !

Hi HM did you finished your project? I am just starting mine. I bought the kit from Tony Hall some 20 years ago and never managed to get time, finance, and garage together until recently...I might need tips regarding the starter motor as I did kick bikes for 3 decades and then had wear and tear...

That's it! got da poster and it looks great!

Thanks a lot for the tip. I just blow it a bit and send it to the printer...will let you know the result.

Thanks, 650Skull I didn't notice as I am a newbie in posting on this forum.

I am looking for posters or calendars.

Enjoy your lunch:DMailman!

That's right Jan_P A1= 841 x 594 mm or 33.1 x 23.4 in I will consider also that size: A2= 594 x 420 mm 23.4 x 16.5 in

Hi Folks. Any idea where to get some posters like A1 size of an XS650? custom or original is fine. And is anybody who can send me some old calendars or even if there are some left for this year? Long live to XS650

Hi, XS Folks! I can't find anywhere what could be the torque for the cylinder studs. Easy to find for the bolts on the head. Also which end to put first at the bottom of the cylinder and in the gearbox? there is one thread smaller than the other on each of the 8 studs. I assume the longer will...