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After a hectic year, I'm finally getting back to my build. Had some life changing events put a stop to my project, but I'm ready to go now. I need to get my cylinder valves seated and or ground. I'm not comfortable doing them so wanted to see if anyone here can do them. They may just need...

I really like this bike. Don't know why, but this is my style. This one is the Halcyon 250.

Just curious. Here's how I fund mine. I make these and sell them. The proceeds buy the parts that I need. I try not to use money from my paycheck as that is household/family monies. I sell them for $35.00 and they cost me $11.00 to make. It takes a little while to save up for parts but I get...

Looking for useable valve shims and spring retainers for 1981 model. Need 4 of each. Shipped to PA.

Looking for a oil feed tube. I'm only going to use it for a pattern and measurements so condition is not a high priority. My other option is one that has excellent chrome for my restoration. Mikesxs is sold out and no word on when/if they will get them.

Can anyone identify this bearing and where it belongs? It's a needle roller bearing. 20mm ID, 36 mm OD and 12mm thick.

Can't find the washer that goes behind the e clip that's holds the shift shaft in place. Anyone have one out that can measure it?

I have my motor apart for a rebuild and decided to split the case to install a 5th gear overdrive gear. That's done now and I went ahead and replaced the clutch rod bushing. I have the Athena gasket set and a seal kit as well. I am ready to close up the case now but wanted to post some pictures...

Disregard.....located what I needed already.

Finally got my engine back from being bead blasted. should i paint it or leave it as is? I'm working from a pile of parts in bins and baskets, so i need some serious direction. I bought a gasket set and new seals. i also bought a 5th gear overdrive. My question is...where do i...

ok guys and gals. this will be the start of my restoration. i've had this bike for awhile and dragged it around during moving. all of my parts are mixed up now in plastic bins, so i will need as much help as anyone will offer. currently, the bike is stripped. completely. i called in a favor and...

Short story is; i have a 81 XS650SH that i bought for $200.00. Charging system and wiring were shot. I started a tear down for a restoration. I used those glad plastic boxes to keep everything sorted instead of zip lock bags. Why? Well, I can stack the boxes and have labels on the front of each...

looking for a nice condition rear fender for my 81 special. i'm looking for one with really good chrome without rust. at least on the top side. any of you mod guys have one laying around? pm price and shipping. shipping to 24073. i also need a good gas tank without dents or dings. .i saw the...

i have two keihin 722a carbs that i dont need. i do need a set of carbs for my '81 xs restoration, so i thought i would see if anyone wanted to make a trade. the keihin carbs i have do need cleaned and most likey a carb kit. i would expect the same on any trade. anyone interested, please let me...

I have a '81 special, XS650SH. I picked it up for $200.00 a few years ago. The PO hacked the electrical, so i bought a new harness from mikesxs. i stripped it down completely and painted a few parts. then life stepped in....and it sat in pieces for years. now i'm going to build it up. i'm just...