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What's the best/easiest way to remove the mixture screw plugs on the BS34's without destroying anything? I've got one carb (left) that seems to be running a little lean, and I have checked/replaced everything else except the mixture screw settings. Everything else is in sync. I just want to...

Here's the '81 I just finally got done with. I've got a couple other things I want to do to it yet, but for the most part, I needed it off my lift to roll the next project up on it. It's pretty plain, but thats the way I wanted it.

Got my carbs out to replace intake set up. I noticed that one of the float bowl screws on one of the BS34's is missing. Anyone know what size these are? I've replaced the ones on a Mikuni 42 before, but I can't remember what size they are, or if they're even the same. Thanks, bpd106

Well I put my new JBM carb boots on today and used a sheet of Mr Gasket 1/16" material and made my own gaskets. Low and behold, they're not sealing. I used the stiff paper type gasket sheet, almost cardboard like. Are you guys that are making your own gaskets using the cork/rubber type or the...

Okay, so I took the carbs off and did the fuel "T" repair that I found here on the site. I pressed the carbs back together and bolted up the lower support bar and the top plate. It was then that I noticed a very small ball bearing and a very small stiff spring laying on my bench. For the life of...

I got a set of the JBM carb holders on the way and was wondering if you guys think its necessary to use intake gaskets with these since they are completely rubber covered. The guy at JBM says he doesn't think its necessary, but it won't hurt anything if I do run gaskets. If I need the gaskets...

Anybody know where to get 7/8" metal flake grips? I'm looking for a set in green to match the funky seat that's gonna go on my bike. All I've found after searching the web are for 1" bars. I was wondering about the Hunt-Wilde bicycle grips, which are cheap enough, but I'm not so sure I'll be...

Okay, I picked up an old Sportster tank dirt cheap. I figured I'd slip a couple of grommets or even better the grommets with the metal sleeves in them into the holes on the front mounting tabs and be good. But...the holes on the front (and rear) mounting tabs are oblong or oval if you will. What...

Well as the my title says, which wire, green or yellow, is for low beam and which is for hi-beam? Thanks, bpd106

Hey All, I've reviewed all of the excellent wiring diagrams on this great site, but I'm in the process of a "simple wiring setup" on my '81 Special II. I'm stuck on the identification of what the blue wire on the key switch is for, as well as the blue/white and brown that are coming out of the...

Anybody use one of the solenoids from Mikes? I'm running short on space in my custom battery/electronics box, which is now mounted under the seat rails which have been cut down etc. If I could at least rotate the bracket on the solenoid (it's an '81 Special II) I could make it work, but it seems...

I'm in the process of figuring out a way to mount my rear fender on my 81. It's kinda in between a brat and a bobber, and I'm using rear shocks. I've cut the seat rails and all that good stuff, figured out a battery/electronics box, and now I'm trying to figure out a way to mount the rear fender...

I've been working on my '81 Special kinda turning it into a brat/bobber type ride. The rear end is as good as done (minus some sanding and body filler to mold the tubing). My question is for those of us who have lowered the seat rails down like I have, What kind of battery are you using now...

Antbody here ever make their own brat kit? What kind of pipe did you use, how are your bends, etc.? Just wondering, I've got some pipe, and was looking at the visual impacts kit, which is nice, but I'm trying to save a little money by making my own. Any input is appreciated. Thanks BPD106

Anybody know if Sportster shocks will fit on my 81 XS650 Special II? Reason I ask is that I have always been into HD's and usually have a line on good used HD parts. I am starting to chop/build on the XS that I bought last spring, so some minor modifications to make them fit is no big deal. Just...

I know this is one of those things that has prbably been beat to death, but I'm about ready to start cuttin' on my '81 xs650 Speciall II. I know what I'm going to do, which includes new, short shocks. I found some Honda Rebel Shocks, which are the 10.5" eye to eye, they are listed for a Rebel...

Anyone ever bent a set of trees? I bought my 81 Special II from a co-worker, whose sister in law crashed the bike into a fire hydrant. I've got it on my table lift, with the wheel locked straight ahead in the wheel vise. The wheel is straight, but the bars and trees are cocked to the left. It's...

On an '81 XS650, Special II? I am measuring roughly 12 1/2" from center of eye to center of eye. I don't know if these are stock or not cuz I can't find any info on stock shock length. Thanks, BPD

I know this may be a dumb question, but on the petcock of my 81 XS650 Special II, it has 3 designations on it.."Reserve", "On", and one that is marked "PRI". 2 of them are self explanatory but what is the "PRI" designation? If the petcock allows fuel flow in the "PRI" location, when do you run...

Hey everyone, I'm pretty new to the site, and have only posted once before. I bought an 81 XS650 Special II from a co worker a few months ago. Turned out the rotor was bad, I got it rebuilt, and with a new battery, she fires up. Anyway, with the choke pulled out on a cold start, this thing idles...