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I'll set up the dial indicator but am hoping that's not an issue or this project might be toast, thanks.

Btw, new front ebc semi sintered pads, rebuilt caliper and master cyl plus SS braided line.

It could. The noise is either on or off, no in between. It also happens during application of the rear brake only so I'm thinking likely not the brakes now but I'll try them on the center stand with front wheel off the ground, see what happens. Ran across another thread where clutch thrust...

I appreciate this thread, having the identical problem on the identical bike. My noise sounds like a seizing needle bearing but only on hard deceleration or braking with oil level just below middle of sight glass. Looks like a clutch inspection is in order!

Picked up an 81 XS650 Special with 11k. Working on a budget restoration but have noticed a noise on hard braking, sounds like a seizing needle bearing. I've heard similar before in an RD350 that had low trans fluid from leaking CS seal. Or maybe cam bearings? Other? Fresh 15w45 Rotella oil non...