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Hello, I just finished up work on a 1979 XS650 and need a safety done in the Hamilton, Ontario area. I checked a local shop and they aren't interested in even looking at a bike that old. Any recommendations on a mechanic who will safety a bike this old? No changes to the frame etc. -...

Hello, I'm finally getting ready to apply 2K Max Clear Coat to my rattle can paint job. I also plan on applying a couple of decals and wanted to get some advice first. Do I simply apply the decal over the rattle can paint, then, apply the clear coat, or, would it be better to apply a coat or...

Hello, I'm finally getting around to wiring my bike. I'll be using LED's, except for the headlight, a Hughs Handbuilt PMA, stock points and timing advance. Kick start only I found the batter shown in the photograph. I've run the bike on the battery only (no PMA, lights etc.) without issues...

Hello, I'm in the Hamilton Ontario area. Need a tank for a 1979 Special. I have petcocks and cap, so, no problem if those are missing. Thanks Ian Cooper

Hello, I've got a 1979 special, dual points, running off the battery (PMA isn't hooked up yet). The battery is showing about 12.5 volts. I got the bike 2 years ago and pulled the engine to clean it up, etc. I put everything (except the harness, which was a mess) back in place and it sat...

Hello, I'm getting my brakes set up and have been considering buying the banjo type pressure switches to replace the old mechanical switches. I'm thinking the pressure switches react faster and might make it easier to hide the wiring. Any opinons?

Hello, I'm working on a 79 XS 650 and I need a mechanic to certify the bike when the work is complete. Right now, I just need to know what would pass / fail, then, I'll do the work and get the certification done in the spring. Anyone in Hamilton can do the paperwork and tell me what...

Hello, 1st time builder and encountering one adventure after the other. I am in the process of tearing down a 78 special. I was taking the exhaust headers off, and, 3 of the studs were 10x1.25, while 1 stud was 12x1.25. The 12MM stud looked realatively new compared to the others, which...

Hello, I've just started tearing down a 79 Special. I have removed the rear wheel (mag), and, upon inspection, noticed one of the sprocket attachment bolts had broken in the hole. A PO had tried to drill it out and stopped. I had a go at it, but, quit when the drill started to walk away...

Hello, I'm embarking on a first time project and plan on turning a 79 Special into a cafe racer. I'm interested in other builders from Ontario and their experience getting a completed project certified as road worthy. What are the minimums / allowed modifications to an already certified...