Recent content by THEbananaDZL

Okay well I got into the garage the other day and got to work out some kinks on the bike here is what I did and found. I first removed the PAMCO, trimmed down the brass bushings on both sides and reinstalled. FIXED BINDING problem. Snapback test was good. I next started the bike and timed it to...

Thank you all for the info, and ideas. Pete, a light was used and if I can remember correctly it was erratic with the weights open although it would act the same as if they were closed, even with adjusting the timing while running. JD, the E-advance wasn't out I don't believe when I bought my...

Wow, thanks or the fast responses! I'm not home, just stationed out here in Oklahoma, but got the bike shipped out from Massachusetts. Pete, I will take a look again, I may just pull the whole thing out, try to reseat the brass bushings making sure they are flush. But wouldn't removing the...

So this is what I have, the bike will run and idle perfect, but when trying to rev up it seems the ignition wont advance timing and the bike with sputter, pop, and never really rev up. Bike is a 1981, mods are PMA from Hughs , PAMCO kit from Mikes, XS pod filters, carbs cleaned and rejetted...

This is how it looked the day I left for training.... I haven't been home in 5 months so I don't have detailed pictures but I should in a couple more months. This is my old man and I with the toys the day I left... Sorry for the really bad build page, but I hope you all like it...

Well.... it has been quite some time since I updated this. in the time before I left for basic military training I was able to get the bike pretty close to what I am looking for. She needs a few more things done before I can get it on the road but that will be this winters project. After the...

Occam22, as it sits right now it is exactly 10.5 center to center. not sure if I am gonna run a 10.5 or 11 inch shock. depends on how much seat to fender clearance I get when I sit on it.

Had some time in the garage yesterday, so I went off on making myself a seat pan so I can figure out how I want my bars and forward controls. This is my first time ever making a seat pan and for quick mock up quality I think it came out pretty decent, still needs some work to make it symmetrical...

Here is the link to my build, http://www.xs650.com/forum/showthread.php?p=258004#post258004 And my other ride two wheeled ride,

Hey all, wanted to start a quick build thread on my 1980 xs650. This is my first ever project build and I have already learned a ton! This site is amazing! I am on a time and budget crunch with this build. Leaving in May for the military and want to get this on the road before then and on a...

I have a couple tanks that came with my bike and I may be able to part with one, My bike is a 1980 650, not sure if there is a difference. feel free to Email me, Alec.goldsmith@gmail.com

Hey all, Just wanted to post up a quick intro of myself and my bike build. My name is Alec, 21 years old currently living in central Massachusetts. I am currently taking some time off from work as a small engine mechanic/Firefighter/EMT/car detailer to spend some time with my family before I...