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1975-1977 titled untouched frame, I am in TX, travel to pick up can be considered. Thanks!

I have a quick question before I begin a build, is the geometry of a 1977 frame the same as the 79? Thanks in advance

Okay I will admit that I am at a loss, I’ve read numerous posts here regarding starter problems involving a clicking sound. Let me describe what’s going on with my 1977 original 650, when I turn the key on the ignition the neutral light comes on, make sure switch is on run and when I press the...

Well, it is well known that a battery will be drained if the engine is not running or the charging system is not working properly. So this leads to my question, is it possible that a fully functional charging system will not maintain charge while running the headlights? I did a 150 mile run...

Now that I have a running XS my question now focuses on the cooling aspect of these bikes. I was reading a thread about an overdrive gear option an for some reason the comments turned to engine cooling and the tendency of these engines running hot at highway speeds. So my question is, do...

I'm restoring my 1977 XS 650 and I have a question with regards to the front struts. I have never disassembled or worked on the front suspension, I am planning to send the bottom part of the struts to be powder coated, so my questions are as follows: 1. Can anyone walk me through on how to...

Bought some shorty mufflers from Taggat, his communication throughout the process was excellent and his description of the mufflers was spot on. Once we arrived at an agreement I had the mufflers within 2 days! I would gladly and confidently do business with Taggat again!

Professional painting service . . . I can vouch for Pete, his work is A+ and his communication is superb. My tank and coves turned out beautiful thanks to Petes great work and attention to detail. He is very good at narrowing down exactly what you want and provides excellent feedback in order...

This may seem like a simple process but I am stumped, any suggestions or recomendations on removing original plastic bushings from the swingarm? Thanks

I am getting ready to send my frame to powedercoat, I have a 77 model, I believe I saw a sticker in front of the neck. So the question is, if it is a VIN sticker, is there a process to remove it and put it back on? or is the VIN stamped on there? Thanks,

I am currently polishing up the wheels on my 77, question I have is, are these wheels clear coated? Thanks

Okay, I have reviewed many posts here and have come up with a tire selection for my 77 XS 650, Im planning on leaving it pretty much stock with the exception of suspension and ignition. I am going with AVON's AM26 Roadrunners 100/90-19 for the front and 120/90-18 for the rear, I want a bit more...

Hey Guys, Need some advice, my bike is a 77 and I'm looking to go 19/19. What I've been able to see so far is 18/18. Has anyone done 19/19, if so, any pics? Thanks