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Working on a new gunmetal/black color scheme and correcting the stance. Should have some updated photos soon-ish.

Hey Johnnny. I’ll Pm you.

Parts Include: '74-'75 motor - turns over good condition 1979 Frame - needs title bonded 79 Forks Front brake Caliper Mikuni VM34 carbs TC Bros Hardtail New Rear tire Drum rear wheel Front disc wheel Can sell together or part out - please make me an offer.

Hey guys, I thought I heard at one point someone out there can rebuild alternators? Anyone heard of this or possibly know a good source? Thanks!

Hey guys, Does anyone know where to find a 29 tooth rear sprocket?

I'm selling my Bell Custom 500 3/4 helmet that is in excellent condition, like new. The paint is in perfect condition, no scratches, dings, or scuffs. Size Medium - matte black Still in box with protective sleeve. Asking $95 + free shipping in US Thanks

Here's a kick ass version of House of the Rising Sun!

Awesome twindallas! Yup spring is almost here, it's time to ride! Actually that's the stock tank and side covers. I'd really like to find an xs1 or xs2 tank tho!

Here's my work in progress. Added some rear shocks and gauges from dime city. '79 xs650

Alright guys, It's finally above 50 degrees here in Nebraska and I finally got to the bottom of my issue. After testing my rotor finding it was out of spec, I went ahead and bought a used one that tested good. I threw it on this morning and after testing I'm getting a good charge at idle. I...

Gotcha! thanks for the info XsLeo. So here are a couple things so far. I checked voltage with the key on at the green brush terminal and have battery voltage. I also checked for resistance at the rotor brush rings, but not 100% on my findings. If I touch my leads (one to the outer ring, one...

So when I jump the green wire at the regulator connector to ground, it keeps blowing my main fuse. Any ideas on this one? Should I be disconnecting the connector and then jumping it or just plug my lead in the back of the connector?

You guys are awesome. Thanks for all the info. I really appreciate it. I'll look through all the diag info, do some testing and hopefully have an update this weekend.

What's up guys, So here's the story (there's always a story): I have a basically stock (electrically anyway) '79 XS650. Last year, I decided to be a "genius" and switch to an H4 bulb (low amp 50/55). I think due to the constant vibration inside the headlamp housing (aftermarket) the bulbs...

Pahako: Awesome that you're in Omaha! And not that I'm aware of on the the plate, other than it being a historical, that's just what they gave me at the DMV. I'd probably like black letters anyway, haha. TwoManyXS1Bs: Thanks man! I like that idea, actually I was trying to imagine how...

tkurt, I may have one better. Here's a little video I threw together playing around with a gopro.

Steveair, I'd just like to come up with a little better design I think. Something that sort of plays off the original 71' 72' tank designs.

Thanks peanut. I definitely need to figure out something with the tank but it's coming along. Hopefully I get some work done this winter.

My work in progress, 79' Cafe