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    harpo57's engine fixing.

    Thank you. That is the answer to my question. (.95x, .96x, .97x) If the method of identifying the sizes in the part # continued into the later years this info could be helpful.
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    Mikes-xs/aftermarket pistons/rings VS Yamaha NOS pistons/OEM rings

    I saw those... ok quality eh?
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    harpo57's engine fixing.

    Hi folks! So I'm learning stuff here. Thank you. Todays query; pistons, where does a 74.954 size fall within the range of standard sizes? I understand that the sizes did vary and they were matched up and cyl.'s honed to fit. What is the range of standard size pistons? Thank you.
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    harpo57's engine fixing.

    Yup, searched the threads, learning...
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    harpo57's engine fixing.

    Ok, Iv'e been searching the old threads and learning all about the 74.xxx sizing and the oversizes and the cyl. sizing.... good grief.... lol.
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    harpo57's engine fixing.

    Ok, it was suggested by a member to start a new thread dedicated to the subject to keep the conversation orginized. So, I had a quick look at the damage on the basket case engine. The hole in the piston may not be burned but broken by impact. There is a crack next to the hole. Perhaps by...
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    Make Offer - XS 650 stache

    I found the post again Tony.. Ooh! that rear wheel looks nice, a matching front w/drum brake. would be sweet. :)
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    Make Offer - 1970 XS Front End & parts bike

    Yup, a year ago....
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    Make Offer - XS 650 stache

    Will do. Contact you when im headed that way.. soon i hope.
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    Make Offer - XS 650 stache

    Will do. Thank you. I will contact ya when im headed that way, maybe next soon.?
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    Wanted - Cast Wheels

    N. Hi! well swapping wheels is something i need alot to learn... lol.
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    Wanted - Cast Wheels

    Hmm do you have spoke wheels? Trade for my 79 special cast n disks?
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    What have you done to your XS today?

    Oh? My new project I'm thinking of switching to spokes n drum brake.... what have you learned about swapping from one to the other? I have not researched it yet.
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    What have you done to your XS today?

    I brought home the engine and the boxs of parts to sort and inspect. Now, to get cleaning....
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