Chachiboy
XS650 Addict
I have had my bike now for 2 weeks and loving the journey. There is a lot to do since I bought it as a running project.
So far
-fixed electrical for lights that weren't working (tailights, signals, flasher). Lots of diagram reading to do this!
-got the electrical starter to work!
-swapped out clutch and brake levers that looked ready to crack
-removed headlight brackets. Will be installing new ones.
-replaced handlebars with clip ons
-lowered front forks 2 inches to accommodate my lack in height.
Speaking of lack in height, I want to swap out the existing rear shocks to the originals. The PO gave me the originals which seem to be about 12.5 inches. The ones on it now are about 13.5 inches. Here is my question - I dont have a huge workspace and don't have an access to a jack. Is it possible to change the rear shocks while on the center stand? Will get some 2x4s to help a bit. If not, what is the easiest way to swap keeping in mind I am working in basically tight working area
So far
-fixed electrical for lights that weren't working (tailights, signals, flasher). Lots of diagram reading to do this!
-got the electrical starter to work!
-swapped out clutch and brake levers that looked ready to crack
-removed headlight brackets. Will be installing new ones.
-replaced handlebars with clip ons
-lowered front forks 2 inches to accommodate my lack in height.
Speaking of lack in height, I want to swap out the existing rear shocks to the originals. The PO gave me the originals which seem to be about 12.5 inches. The ones on it now are about 13.5 inches. Here is my question - I dont have a huge workspace and don't have an access to a jack. Is it possible to change the rear shocks while on the center stand? Will get some 2x4s to help a bit. If not, what is the easiest way to swap keeping in mind I am working in basically tight working area