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Tx Fred, contacted Mikes and they said check with Buchanans'...Buchanans' has a 40 hole for [ drum roll ] $222.00 plus an extra $2.60 for each additional dimpled hole [ i need 48 total ] . Tx again.
Hi, I too am replacing the 16 inch rear rim with the 18 inch size on my '83 XS650 Heritage Special. In doing research I saw that over the years some XS's were equipped with a 16 in rim but others came out of the factory with an 18 inch rim. On the spec sheet the 18 inch rear tire for the XS...
i just found this very informative video on changing out seals on a carb. the carb demonstrated on is not a BS34 or 38 but is very similar and the tips he shares are invaluable.
Mikuni BS-34 carbs for my 1983 XS650 – replacing the throttle shaft seals
1] does anyone have a link describing the steps to replace the throttle shaft seals?
2] if not, then I imagine I will have to disconnect the brass throttle valve plates in order to slip out the throttle shafts from both...
yes, i would really like to see that if you're still willing. i have new seals for my BS34's but have never changed out the seals.
Mikuni BS-24 carbs for my 1983 XS650 – replacing the throttle shaft seals
1] do you have a link describing the steps to replace the throttle shaft seals?
2]...
I've been reading some confusing info on other sites about testing the secondaries. I've seen a few where they say connect the voltage tester to both cable caps at the same time and other places say make contact to one primary wire while making contact with one spark plug cable What are your...