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  1. daroberts3

    Voodoo and Burnt Rubber

    Open invite to all XS650.com members to: Voodoo and Burnt rubber. Motorcycle Art Show and Kulture Event in East Aurora, NY . Live music by Blue Ribbon Bastards, Whole Hog Food Truck,raffles. Bring your rat bikes and rat rods, vintage Jap scrap and all your cool, old, greasy machinery...
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    For Sale - Biltwell Hustler Helmet

    I have three brand new Biltwell Hustler(DOT approved) 3/4 helmets for sale. Comes with helmet bag. BRAND NEW IN BOX. One size medium in Flat Titanium (gray) One size medium in flat black One size XL in Flat black All are $85 plus shipping, which should be about "$15ish" Paypal...
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    Lowbrow Customs Coupon Code

    Does anyone have a Lowbrow Customs coupon code? About to order a Christmas present and hoping to save a few bucks.
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    MIG aluminum welding

    Is it possible to weld aluminum with a MIG welder? Can I just change out my spool of wire for some other type that will work with aluminum? Can I use 75-25 argon as shielding gas still? Will the results be worth the effort?
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    For Sale - Radical Girder Forks and Wheel

    Just acquired this girder front end. Haven't gotten it home yet. 18" wheel, with spool type hub.Chrome is ok, some pitting and rust. Wheel and spokes are rusty. Tire holds air but needs new. Not sure of neck size or type yet. VINTAGE COOL!! $500 b.o. buyer to pay shipping. more...
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    Sprocket exhaust tips

    I recently saw some exhaust tips that were in the shape of a sprocket. But now I cant find them. Anyone know who sells these?
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    Parkerizing help needed

    I have several steel parts for my build that I want to parkerize or gun blue. These include front fender brace, grips, pegs and seat pan. Hell maybe even the whole frame! Anyone know of a DIY kit for this? Any advice from gun owners on how to do it? Pros/Cons?
  8. daroberts3

    New Parts on Sale at Broken Sprocket Garage

    Check out my deep discount prices on service parts for your XS650 in the Shops section. Let me know what you all think and what other parts you might like to see in round 2 . Thanks for the community support! :bike:
  9. daroberts3

    DEEP Discount Service Parts

    My name is David and this past summer I turned my hobby into a Full Time Motorcycle Repair Shop, the Broken Sprocket Garage. I have earned my living as a mechanic for 12 years, so it was just a matter of time before I set off on my own. So know I am in the process of becoming a dealer for...
  10. daroberts3

    Broken Sprockets, Voodoo and Burnt rubber

    Here are some photos of early mock up stages of my build. 1983 Heritage, 19,xxx miles and it came with an extra motor, so I can build a second bike (using stock frame). Voodoo Vintage frame with 29 degree rake. Plans include internal throttle on one inch tracker style bars. Jockey shift...
  11. daroberts3

    Rear axle spacers

    Where can I buy rear axle spacer tubing in lengths ? I am fitting stock '83 spoke wheels to my Voodoo Vintage frame and need to make new axle spacers. Can't seem to find any tubing in 20mm I.D.. Not even gonna think of stacking up a bunch of washers on this baby. Open to suggestions
  12. daroberts3

    Smooth Stator Cover

    I want my bobber to have no Yamaha logos or script on it. Does anyone know where to buy a smooth alternator cover? What can I use to remove the "Yamaha" from the clutch cover without gouging the snot out of it? What can I do for plain points covers ?
  13. daroberts3

    Paughco Rigid with 1983 motor

    Looking into buying a Paughco rigid frame for my freshly aquired '83 special. But......they list the fitment for M.Y. 1970-1982 only. What is the difference with the 83's ? Anyone tried a Buell front end on this or any other xs650's?
  14. daroberts3

    Spun crank bearing

    Looking at buying an '83 XS650 with a spun crank bearing. Owner asking $700. Bike is otherwise in good condition with clean title. How can one know if this diagnosis is correct and what is involved in repairing it? I have built dozens of H-D motors but never a Yamaha. Any words of wisdom...
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