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  1. Brian Riveron

    Giveaway: Chop Source Frame Jig Kit! (ends 11pm CDT on May 14th, 2017)

    Would love to see what I could do with it. Thanks for the awesome giveaways!!
  2. Brian Riveron

    Metal shavings on oil filter

    I rode it 66 miles before this oil change so I think the worse has passed through the oil pump. I wouldn't be surprised if this was just neglected maintenance. As far as any modifications done to my bike that could have caused this I don't really know what the previous owner has done. I will run...
  3. Brian Riveron

    Metal shavings on oil filter

    i'll take it out for a ride tomorrow and see if anything new comes up. I'll also look into replacing the chain guide and see how difficult it might be or start looking for a good mechanic. Thank you so much for your time and your knowledge you made the list of possible problems come down...
  4. Brian Riveron

    Metal shavings on oil filter

    If the shavings had been magnetic would I have seen any on the sump magnet? I replaced both filters and noticed similar shavings on both.
  5. Brian Riveron

    Metal shavings on oil filter

    While doing my first oil change on my bike (1980 XS650) I noticed a substantial amount of metal shavings and would like to know how bad this is. Is my engine close to the end of its life? Is this normal (probably not)? I would greatly appreciate some help from anyone who knows more than me. I...
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