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I've got a 75 with BS 38 carbs. I've got a bad intake valve on the right side only. Left side runs and has compression. Looking into the head with the manifold off I can see lots of carbon buildup around the valve. Two questions: 1. Why might this happen? Running too rich on that side? 2...

I’m looking for a tank for my ‘75 XS650.

Hello, I have a '75 XS650 with Pamco electronic ignition using the wasted spark system. Yesterday I took it for the first ride of the season and it ran great. I put about 70 miles on it at all different speeds. When I brought it home I noticed that the coil had come a bit loose. I took off...

Hey guys, I'll make this short. I started a new job last year at a school in an "at- risk" neighborhood in Brooklyn. I am teaching seventh grade US History this year. In addition, I am starting an Aviation Club to introduce students to the industry. Traditionally, African- American and...

How can it be done without doing any damage. I tried to pick it, but couldn't. Any tricks? I have searched on the forum but haven't found anything that has worked yet. I know I can replace the key, but I want to ride tomorrow and it needs gas!

Anybody hear anything from him lately? I've got a couple of emails in his inbox already and don't want to bother him anymore. I'm sure he's busy, but I'm wondering if anyone else has heard from him? I guess he doesn't list his phone number anywhere?

Hey guys, after all the help I've received from this board, I am forced to ask for a little bit more. My best friend is going through some hard times with her horse. He has a displaced colon and is going to need a life saving surgery. Even though she works 40 hours a week, and another 20 or...

I've been fighting with this bike for a few years now and I've almost got it. Two issues have yet to be pinned down though. One, a fuse that keeps blowing/ a short that I can't find. I'll get that eventually. But what is concerning me now is my right cylinder. It seems to not be making as...

I thought that these were 1979, XS650 carbs. Now I'm not sure. It has 27.5 pilot jets, and 137.5 mains. Can anyone tell me for sure what these are and how they should be jetted and adjusted (stock)?

This may be a longshot but I'm looking for shifter linkage for rearsets. I need the small (maybe an inch or so) arm that attaches directly to the brake and shift shafts in the engine/ frame. I guess a lot of people cut/ weld the original brake pedal and shifter but I don't have the...

I rewired my 75 and put about 200 miles on it since without problem. The tail light bulb burned out once but I replace it an have had no problems until now. The headlight keeps blowing a fuse and I noticed that te tail light is fine until I put on the brake light. It gets incredibly hot and...

http://southjersey.craigslist.org/mcy/4419733616.html Not my bike, but interesting for, well, something. I guess.

So, I just got offered a job in Anchorage, Alaska. I currently live in Philadelphia. As a 23 year old, I feel like I'd be foolish to turn down an opportunity to live in Anchorage. However, I'm thinking that if I want to get the most out of the experience, I should have a car. This way, on my...

I can't find what I'm looking for anywhere. I need an ATM, mini, fuse block with 6 circuits. I want one with a single power post with 6 circuits coming out. I have one that is for ATC fuses but it is cheaply made and the posts are falling out. What do you guys use and where can I find...

Looking for front bracket lower mounting bolt and also the rear lower bolt (the longer one under the three bolts).

How are the wires from the stator/ brushes routed under the side cover? Behind the chain, through, or over it? I can't remember how it goes and I'm afraid that the wires are going to get caught up in the chain. Anyone have pictures?

Sorry for starting anothe tread but I posted in related threads and I don't think anyone saw my questions. I'm ready to start ordering bits for my new harness but have a few more questions. First, are relays recommended or necessary? I've read a bit about people using them for their headlight...

...and do I need them in my new wiring harness. I'm not using an electric start.

Hey folks! Would anyone mind looking at the wiring diagram that I made and telling me if it looks okay? I've never done any wiring work before so I'm sure its got some mistakes. Anything you guys can see?

What could cause backfiring out of one exhaust when I close the throttle? If I close it most of the way but leave it cracked it is quiet. I've rea a lot and checked timing carb sync valves cam chain and mixture. Could it be float height? Carbs are from a 79 and tee bike is a 75 with a pamco and...