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Selling fuel tank I bought for 650 cafe racer project. Just need the money. Great tank, maroon. Still original colors, style. Only one ding on top rear. Will get pictures today. 230 dollars. Ken

Looking to continue my bike building as cheaply as possible, and was wondering if the was any reason I could not use automotive fog lights as headlights? They should work fine right? Also is it possible to use an automotive tachometer somehow?

So, I have a friend that has decided to rewire his xs850. rewired ignition system and tried to start, and NOTHING. Cranked but no spark. We have tried everything, but nothing. The charging system is not hooked up. Could that cause a problem? Any ideas of common screw ups would be awesome. Thanks

So, few problems. Electric starter was making terrible noises. Kind of a thunking, growl after cranking a couple seconds. So, took off right side cover and 4th gear. Squeezed wishbone spring to tighten it a little. Put it all back together and started, now the starter still makes noise, but it...

What size aftermarket airfilter do I need to buy for a 1981 xs650 special? I can't seem to figure out if it is 52mm or 54mm. Thanks

So replaced bad coil on 1981 xs650 Special. After it was replaced, the motorcycle would still not start with the electric start. But I was able to get it to start and run relatively well when I kick started it. But it was a little off. So, took off carbs and clean them. Replaced float bowl...

Hello all, New to the forum. I have searched a little for what is needed to build a cafe racer, and am looking for a little guidance. I have a 1981 XS 650 special that I have been sitting on for a while. And think its time to make something out of it. Once I get it running that is...