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Hello.. Im helping a friend with his new to him XS650. When we started it up and drove for a rid it had a knocking sound. We now have set the camchain and the valves to specs.. Its still having a knock and a whirl sound from the topend as far as we can hear.. Heres a small video I tried to...

Hi guys. Im going to New York City tomorrow for one week holiday (8. may to 14. may). Do you know about good shops or places to visit? Some 'must-see's or cool stuff? Both bikestuff and other nice things.. food and drinks and like that.. Thanks :)

Hi guys. Im in the middle of a top end rebuild, but seeing wear in the conrods small ends. Is this too much or can I save some money and go with them for another xxxxx miles? Tia Lasse

Has anyone tried this kit? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/74-81-YAMAHA-XS650-706cc-BIGBORE-PISTONS-KIT-78mm-447TYPE-CI-XS650BB-/251722933243?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts_13&hash=item3a9bdb23fb Lasse

Hello everybody. Lasse from Denmark here. I have enjoyed alot of all the buildthreads in here and now I will try to make one myself. And at the same time hoping to get some input and help. This is the first time Im doing a build, so it will probably take a while :) The bike is a Standard...

Hello.. I have tried to search for information on swapping the 533 crank in a 447 engine, but couldn't find the answer. Is it possible just to put an 533 crank in a 447 engine? Is it a direct swap or are there some difficuties involved? Will I also have to change to cam etc? Thank Lasse

Hi folks! I just brought home a XS from '80. Its a Standard with two disc brakes. The problem is that the PO has (maybe) broken the crankshaft end where the rotor sits. His story: The woodruff key was loose and broken the slot the woodruff key sits in. And maybe the crankshaft end. It got...

Hello.. I have seen this for sale, and are wondering what kind of front brake it is.. Looks like its laced to the original rim.. http://www.guloggratis.dk/transport/motorcykel/yamaha/annonce/billeder/23368812-yamaha-xs650 Lasse

Hallo :) Im looking for a XS more. I have a stock 77D and happy with it :) Im only looking for standards :) Now I found two for sale a 77 standard and a 79 standard at almost the same price. But which xs is the best? I know the carbs are a little different, and of course the 79 is two...

Hi guys! I saw a really cool Triumph with an old Honda CB550 (maybe CB500) tank on it. Has anyone know if the tank is a pretty easy match with a XS? Found the pictures.. :) [/URL][/IMG] [/URL][/IMG]

Hello :) Now I have had my XS 650 D '77 for a year and I have just pulled off my carbs for the first time. I took out the airbox cause I wanna try with UNI filters. When I pulled off the breather hose I saw some small tubing in the breatherhole.. should they be there? Bagged and tagged...

Hi all.. I saw this add to day and it says Special but isnt the frame a Standard? And to exhaust and the tank? http://www.dba.dk/yamaha-xs-650-spec/id-90212990/ Thanks in advance :)

This guy has made a roadside diagnostic app.. Maybe a help too someone :) www.themotorcyclemedic.com Lasse

Hi.. Does anybody know if or where to buy UNI filters in Berlin, Germany? Im here for the holidays and hope to buy them here because I cant get them in Denmark where I live.. :( And if anybody know other cool motorcycle stores to visit let me know :) Thanks :) Happy new year to...

Hi guys.. Im looking at a xs add.. It says its a 78 US model.. but on the pictures it has dual disc.. did the 78 US had that or could it be a UK model? Or a what? :) Heres some pics of it :) http://www.guloggratis.dk/motorcykel/yamaha/annonce/16208104-yamaha?bigimages=1#images Thanks

The sun is shinning, the sky is blue and the temperature is 18 C (64,4 F).. I have just enjoyed two hours polishing my bike for the first time.. What a great feeling! It looks fantastic now and Im smilling all over my face :) Stupid.. but nice :) Just wanted to share my happiness.. Have...

This question is probably most for Hugh and PamcoPete, but every input is welcome :) The thing is.. I live in Denmark, Europe, and when buying something shipped from the US we have to pay tax.. way to much tax :( So I have an idea :) I have a friend who lives in New York and he is visting...

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I know its a honda.. but... :thumbsup:

Hello from Copenhagen!! First of all I would like to say thanks for all the great threads and knowledge in here! I have been wanting a XS for a long time and all your threads is good to read before buying a bike. So.... Now, at the age of 31, I bought my first bike.. and its just the one I...