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When I bought my XS I only recieved the ignition key, apparently there is a separate key for the fork lock, I was wondering if these keys are ready cut and available or do I need a locksmith or total replacement. thanks.

I need some advice on quietening my exhaust. I bought some martini shakers for my XS but they came with some less then adiquate baffles, not like one`s I bought in the 70`s, probably from China or something. Anyways I harvested some baffles out of doner pipes , They were about 14 inches long...

Ok ...I was just curious what my first post here was and realized I jumped right in with a question and didnt say shit about myself,,, How rude and I apologize. Anyways I`m here in Los angeles area , I started riding on the back of a motoguzzi with my dad when I was 10 or so, been riding since...

I have been seat shopping for a good used one but they are all pretty worn out and half the cost of mike`s new ones. Really I just need a new cover and foam but they have seemed to be gone from the market. Just wondering about the fit and finish, foam firmness. Thanks.

Just wondering if anyone had gumption to try a set of GL1100, Vulcan, or Harley FLH maybe other type of air shock on the early XS. To me they look nice in chrome and the lower half look like they can clear the chain/guard. Maybe then Big Mama can come along for the ride.

Hey guys...I need the left or shift side throttle link and spring from a 74-77 BS38 .If I recall the auction the carbs were from a 74` or maybe 76` model Sometime after 72` they changed the spring and throttle linkage so my 72` bits wont work with the later carbs. Here`s a pic of the linkage I`m...

Just wondering if this was something found on all early XS`s. My rear fender (72) just under the licence plate has 4-5 dimples, on the underside there is a brace that also has matching dimples , These look like factory weld dimples from a TIG clamp, from the outside they go in and from the...

I was out scavenging the flea market and found this tool bagged up with everything in it. I cant find out much about it other then it must be 70ish judging by the fact yamaha specs only go up to the xs1 , other bike specs listed are Vincent,Pirelli , and many more classics. The Idea Is using the...

I have tried different searches and cant find an answer. I`m looking for temporary wheels while I re spoke my 18" rear and 19" front. but not sure the swingarm is wide enough. I`m pretty sure the front will work with a mag but I do not have any to try. Thanks for any help.

Howdy from California. Looks like a great forum, thanks for having me. I bought an XS a few years ago , Its a 72`model. The wiring was horrible, all painted black with spray paint and missing or non XS parts but it ran and had 150 pounds compression so I have been restoring and allot is done...