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    Swingarm / Frame Rust - Safe or needs work?

    Howdy, Picked up this bike just a month or so ago. There is a spot here on the frame attaching to the swingarm that i'm concerned about. Does this seem like it's just surface rust that can be addressed "externally," or does it look like I should consider stripping the bike down and going...
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    Wire Rim Wheels on a Mag Wheel bike?

    I have a 1979 yamaha xs750 special. Wire wheels would make all the difference in terms of looks. The mags are cool, but just not as easy on the eye as wires. Seems the front wheel might be pretty simple, and maybe a stock xs650 wire wheel could fit right up. But what about the rear wheel...
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    Would i regret putting heavy duty shocks on my bike?

    Howdy! I'm a 165 lbs rider, and am about to replace the shocks on my 1979 yamaha xs750 special. I believe they're currently OEM, so quite a bit squishy. Looking forward to getting a tighter feel, especially for when hitting pot holes and not going for a bouncy carnival ride for several seconds...
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    Irregular Engine Behavior

    I am new to this forum and I apolgize if my motorcycle is considered off topic. It's a 1979 XS750 SF. I have made one other thread and had such helpful comments that i think this is the place for questions, vs other forums. I'll keep the back story very short... Picked this bike up a little...
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    Suddenly, no ignition / startup?

    Hey all, So i had my bike out of commission for a few days to do some basic engine work, mostly to do with the carbs and boots and fuel lines, but then i also took the opportunity to do a few simple re routing of wires going to tail lights and signals. Didn't change anything, just relocated the...
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