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Using this forum (and a lot of other sites, but mainly this) I have been able to do so much work on my XS. I'm a brand new gearhead and I'm falling in love with it already. So for those of you who are new(er) than me let me just break down what I have learned thanks to so many of these guys...

Okay so I have been discussing, searching, and troubleshooting my bike for almost a month now. The problem is, gas leaking into my air filter and over rev. I have been given many tips and tried them all! Tips from users here and from my mechanic. I've rebuilt my petcock, rebuilt my carbs...

MY 1981--/--650 was running a little rough last week. It had all the signs of needing a float height adjustment (from what I gathered), so I decided to spend the weekend fixing it. It started when I noticed gas leaking out of the left side carb (view from saddle) right where the float bowl...

relatively new to riding, new to the SX650 lifestyle. I'm looking for some buddies to ride with. I have one friend riding with me now who I am selling my last bike to. But the more the merrier! If you're in town or nearby, lets:bike:

I'm a new member. Just got my second bike, which is also my first XS650. I'm sure I will get another one once I have become more familiar with working on bikes (specifically the XS's). I've already had tons of great tips and wisdom come from some of you guys on here and for that I am extremely...

Hi, I'm the new guy, the rookie, the fresh meat hahaha. I just purchased a 1981 XS650 Special II and I absolutely love her. I'm really just trying to learn as much about her as possible. Any tips, info, wisdom, or old proverbs are greatly appriciated. Right now I have a couple of small issues...