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Hi Guys, I have just gone back to bare metal on the tank and primer filler, flat it, primer, flat it, color coat, flat it, color coat, flat it, color coat, flat it with 1000 grade, final color coat - looking good. Using R/C pearlescent black acrylic and now comes where I need the advice. I...

I thought I posted this question but it seems lost somewhere so I try again. During the carb rebuild on my 'stock 81/34mm model I noticed the marking on the rebuild kit needle was different to the original. Not the square in square but the identifiers. The original is marked 5HX12; the new...

Hi all, I just got to repairing my carbs and replaced most stuff OK until I came to the needle. The one coming out carried the Identification 5HX12. The new one out of the packet was marked 5Ix11. The original is worn so I don't want to go back but I can't find any discussion on what the...

Hi guys, I have been reassembling the clutch basket on my '81SH and have scoured through the tech bits to find an answer to my question but I haven't found a clear answer yet (although I may have skipped over it. The question is that I have the plates ready to install but I am looking at 2...

Hi guys, Seeking opinions here. I tore down my XS650 to replace the cam chain tensioner guide after discovering usual bits in the oil. As can be expected from all the great info there are other things to do but I decided not to split the crankcases but to wash out the bottom end and then...

Hi guys, I suspect I know the answer but has anyone managed to change the cam chain tensioner & guide on a 1981 model without removing the engine from the frame. Is is possible to remove the head, jack up the barrels and access the 4 retaining bolts on the tensioner bracket? Can the barrels...