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Hey everyone, I just want some input on Mikes XS for petcock rebuild kits. I recently bought the carb rebuild kits and later found out that I needed to buy more parts to complete the rebuild process. Should I buy from Mikes or is there a better place to get the parts? Thanks, Dennis

I'm getting my bike ready for next spring and I'm trying to figure out which tires I should choose. Stock 1975 XS 650 I'm looking at these: BATTLAX BT-45V SPORT TOURING FRONT TIRE 100/90V-19 And BATTLAX BT45V SPORT TOURING REAR TIRE 120/90V-18 or BATTLAX BT-45 SPORT...

OK, I've got my 1975 xs 650 running after 33 year (My dad gave it to me and I just finished rebuilding the carbs). Now I need to fix the front brake. My plan is to rebuild both the MC and caliper. My question is, is there a better place to buy the parts other than Mikes XS?` I bought the...

I bought two rebuild kits from Mikes XS for my 1975 xs 650 but the needle jet looks to be wrong. Also I have extra parts. I believe the brass part on the bottom goes in the bowl but I can't get the old one out and I don't have an "ez out". The jet on the right is the new one. Any help would be...

After 32 years of sitting in my fathers garage I was able to e to get the bike running with minimal effort. But the tach isn't working correctly. It is very slow to react. I've already replace the cable but it didn't change anything. Anybody have any suggestions? Will this going away once I...

I need some help with the air filter retaining clip. Is it suppose to fit in a specific location or can it go anywhere as long as it's putting pressure on the air filter? https://www.mikesxs.net/product/99-5006.html Thanks, Dennis

I have a genuine Yamaha fairing for a 1975 xs 650 black and gold in color. Any idea of what it's worth? I also have a sissybar that is probably not factory but is in good shape. I'm just trying to get an idea of it's valve before I post it in the classifieds.