Recent content by gregcarv

Finding parts locally is not an option. Nothing available here. Besides, the cost locally will be the same if I order it and get it shipped. There really is no way around the expense part of it. Basically, I want to change the front end in such a way that I can get the best possible...

Thanks for the info. The thing is I am thinking of buying a 71 xs650 1b. It looks like it will need a lot of work. I am thinking of replacing the entire front end, triples, stem, forks wheel, brakes, and use slightly more common sizes for all the above. I am hoping this will give the bike some...

Been looking everywhere for info on this. Can't seem to find it. What's the best way to go about swapping the front wheel (drum) for disc brakes on a xs1b (71) Posted via Mobile

Thanks for the warm welcome :) Still debating over a xs650, a cb750 or a cb550

Awesome, thank you! This should help a lot. It's gonna be a project bike, so as soon I have it I will start posting pics

Hi All, I've been looking around the forum quite a bit over the past few months. Looks like a great bunch of people here :). I don't have a motorcycle at the moment. I'm looking to get an xs650, not sure what year yet. That depends on what I find on ebay. This will be my first bike, and I'm...