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Looking to buy a clutch boss and 2-3 pressure plates that are in good condition. But the pressure plates are what I need more than anything else. Please shoot me a message if you got one! Kent keywords: friction plate, friction disk, pressure disk, pressure plate, clutch plate

Another XS650 sacrificed to the chopper Gods! Muahahhaha! All joking aside, this thread is to document my first contracted motorcycle build for a local chap here in San Jose, CA. He had found my build here on xs650.com and asked me if I could help him out. After a few meetings and...

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Ive seen little glass portholes for the timing covers of HDs and Triumphs, but none for XS650s which is surprising. anyone seen one? thinking about getting some fabbed up for sale...

These were taken off a great running 1981 Yamaha XS650 Special, so all parts are in good working order unless otherwise indicated below. The rear brake light switch was new and never used. I accept payment via PayPal. Many good references available. Shipping from San Jose, CA. Bay Area pick...

Hello yall, So many of you are aware, XSJohn released notes on how to modify the xs650 needles before he went into production selling them himself. I wanted to know if his modifications apply to the canadian needles available at mikes? I purchased these needles for the clip adjustability...

Hey guys, I did a total engine rebuild a few months ago and when I installed the crankshaft and transmission shafts I did not grease pack the associated bearings. I was assuming that they just needed engine oil for proper lubrication. Are these bearings supposed to receive other lubrication...

Hey all, I'm looking for an affordable powder coater in the Bay Area. I am completely fine going with a garage set-up if someone is doing their own powder coating outta there garage and I would be happy to throw you a few bones for your time. Anyone have any leads for me? Kent

So I recently buttoned up my 1981 rephased engine and had it in the chasis with the throttle hooked up, etc.. I rigged up the ignition to see if I could get it to start for the first time and I ran into problems. I was trying to kick start it and I would get some backfiring, but never could...

Hey guys, it would be lovely if some of you gurus could take a look at my wiring diagram and tell me if there may be any problems. I will be running a normal sized AGM 12V battery. Headlight, tail/brake light, turn signals, electric starter, PMA, 277 rephase. I have also tried to devise a...

Hey guys, I've tried searching for an answer but I am not finding it. I recently purchased a microswitch that I would like to use for my blinkers. The packaging states that it is good for 5A at 28V. What does this mean if I am using a 12V system like most motorcycles? Does this mean I...

hello wonderful xs650.com community, I recently bought a new 7/8 throttle from a local British bike supplier. It is the classic style with metal housing and a metal throttle sleeve. I hooked it up but now I find that the throttle won't return after twisting it. it is as if the carburetor...

Hey all, I wanted to see if anyone else has had experience with MikeXS's Performance XS front brake rotor. (http://www.mikesxs.net/products-66.html#products at the top of the page) I installed the rotor along with brand new Vesrah pads into the calipers and I used the spacers provided by...

I ask this question because I plan to make an electronics box for my rephased '81 and I would like both ignition coils to sit inside it. Do ignition coils need to be exposed to air say like the reg/rec? Will I have to worry about overheating if I place it in a metal electronics box...

I've been wondering why most petcocks have an 'On' position and a "Reserve" position. Couldn't you just always ride on the "Reserve" and then you would never have to worry about switching mid ride. What is the purpose of the Reserve feature? The only thing I can think of is that it acts...

OK, So I had removed my stock camshaft without breaking the cam chain like many have shown on here; no problems with that. I am now about to finish my rebuild and I am attempting to install my rephased camshaft without breaking the chain but I am having some issues. It appears that now...

Hola, I am looking to get a stretched swing arm for my 1981 XS650 special. Anything from 2-4 inches, just whatever I can find for a good value. Anyone got one? Kent

I love the look of an uncluttered set of bars and controls. Does anyone know of a reliable and robust 7/8 internal throttle? I feel that someone could make some good money if they offered one...

I had written a nice intro and then the page just refreshed on its own !:banghead: Anyways, this is my first automotive endeavor so the learning curve was a little steep. I come from a BMX background (I rode for about a decade, check it out here) so it was only logical that I would...

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