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For those with jockey shift... have any of you modded something to help get the back and forth "flop" or of your shifter. currently im running a modded up 3/8th ext with a grip on top and the throw is looooong and there is a lot of slop when I ride. Was thinking about springs on either side of...

Quick Question... will this coil: http://www.mikesxs.net/product/17-6810.html work with this PAMCO http://www.mikesxs.net/product/14-0900.html On an '81 assuming that I have the advance parts from a '71, new yellow silicone wires, new plugs and caps, new battery and a new reg/rec...

I'm at the tail end of a two and half year build with much of my success coming from the great info on this forum. I've double and triple checked everything, (fuel, wiring, etc) and tried to start it today... Nada. Here is what I am running: -'81 non-points engine with good elec starter...

I got this 81 engine from a PO who built it, but never ran it. While I was doing moch up I noticed that the clutch would not release, no matter how hard I pulled the lever. It got to a point that I even bent one of the worm gear housings trying to get this thing moved. It was clear that either...

Ive been doing a fair share of reading up on PMA and the Pamco ignition system for my 80. The one thing I continue to find is that it will NOT work with the existing CDI on my 80. I do have a 71 engine with many new ignition parts already on it. So the question is: Can I use any of the new...

anyone know if he is still making the conversions? I tried emailing him but got no response. anyone making something similar? thanks

Will forks off a 71 fit 81 trees? I know that the trees from the 71 wont fit the 81 neck, but what about just the forks? I need the 71 forks so I can maintain the drums in the front. Anyone try it? Any problems or issues? TIA

I have a chance to pick up a clean '78 KZ with a good title. Ive worked on CBs and Im in the middle of bobbing my 71 XS, but Ive never owned or even ridden a Kawasaki. They are good looking bikes with a decent powerplant from what Ive read online. Any thoughts or experiences with these bikes?

Making some extra room in the garage and will not need these parts for my build. Everything is b/o, shoot me a PM if you are interested. I will ship and prefer CASH or paypal. Please buy this so I dont have to deal with fleabay. 1971 gastank, excellent shape on the outside, surface rust on...

Im looking for the screws that hold the clips in place that secure the fuel needle and seat in the BS34 carb. They are #27 in the attached diagram. Any ideas where I can get something like that? Thanks

Hey guys, I got these adjusters brand new with my bobber project from the PO. Does anyone have a picture of how they mounted them? I cant figure an efficient way to get it done. Thanks http://www.lowbrowcustoms.com/index.php?l=product_detail&p=1774

My little Lincoln 135 Pro Mig started acting a little funny tonight and I cant figure out what the issue is. When I pull the trigger, it will push out about an inch of wire, then pause, then push about an inch, then pause... etc. Its making it a real PITA to weld. The feed wheels look fine...

trying to find control levers for 1" bars, drum front brake so no cyl needed. looking for something clean and simple but seems like everything i find is 7/8" or all the 1" stuff have integrated cyl on th ebrake side. any ideas? TIA

Im looking for a few rebuild kits for the gas tank petcocks on my '71. Ive found them for $16 bucks at mikesxs, but they are out of stock until late summer/fall. Anyone know where else I can get a good rebuild kit? The google search isnt giving me what I need. TIA

I have a '71, XS650. What carbs will fit that year? Only mods will be exhaust and intake. TIA

Need to replace a boogered up carb bowl off an early style carb. The bike is a '71. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks,

Hey All, Just picked up a very clean '71 with some carb issues. One the the bowls has a jet stuck and stripped in it. The PO really boogered it up trying to get it out. Im looking for a replacement bowl OR if someone can shed some light... Are these the best carbs for these 650s or should...