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As I believed that this throttle 'worked well with xs650' I ordered it from monstercraftsman: http://www.monstercraftsman.com/7-8-throttle-assembly-with-vintage-style-grips-black/ Having received it I would like to say that it is quite nice, but there seems to be a slight issue in securing...

Good morning gentlemen, I've been trying to set up my mirrors on an original '82 heritage special. Around the base of the stainless steel body of each mirror there is a serious split which prevents me from locking these mirrors into position. Look like a common prob, I have already backed off...

Hello guys, I finally picked up an XS650 project bike I've been wanting to do forever. This fellow had already started the project which I usually shy away from but the price was too good to pass up. Frame mods, powder coated, single seat installed, Peanut gas tank already painted, 12K...

Alright, I'm trying to buy a speedo for the bike and I know 2:1 is the std ratio for 19" wheels. Im trying to see how close the speedo will be with my particular tire on the front. Im pretty good with math, but I cannot figure out what I am missing. 27.59 Dia 86.67 Circ 2240RPM@60mph So...

Hi All, I am changing out my bars, M/C, Clutch perch.. etc. On the 1975 model all of the electrical were run through the handlebars, I finally got the electrical pulled out of the handlebars (PIA). My left hand controls are pretty rough is there somewhere I can buy replacements? I see...

Ok all, I am currently cafe'ing an 81 special, and I am really considering a set of Loaded Guns rear sets, but I wanted some input from you all on them. I have a set of clubman bars on the bike, and with the stock foot peg position, they feel pretty decent, but I am curious about the rearsets...

Seems like my clutch doesn't really grab until it's most of the way released. Kind of threw me off when I took my CB350F out for a spin immediately after, as the clutch on that starts grabbing as soon as the lever is released. Mine is the only XS I've ridden so not sure if this is common to...

Anyone know of a mount like this that fits 35mm forks? My google searches are coming up fruitless. thanks!

I've researched these a bit and although they are pricey I am tempted by the clean look. As far as I've seen (compared the to my Harley throttle cable) if the stock Yamaha cable doesn't work, you can use a Harley throttle cable. But I thought I'd ask on here as well, to see what the experiences...

So I bought this throttle a while back and just got my TC bros 5"+ throttle/clutch cables yesterday. When I install the throttle cable the way I think it's supposed to be installed, the throttle is already twisted a bit. The throttle lever on the carb is already pulled up a bit when the throttle...

I got a new to me right bar control that is in excellent shape. I worked on the swap and noticed that there is a difference. My existing control has an off/on switch for the light where the new one does not. I assume this a difference in model years. I still want to use this switch. Given the...

Hi, I have a '78 standard and i noticed that there is another lock on the left side of the neck on the frame. Is this a wheel lock? I tried using the keys I currently have that work with the tank and ignition to turn it but to no avail. Didn't know if there was a trick to it. Also, it seems...

Is anyone running the Norman Hyde "M" bars? If so, will you post some pics and tell me a reasonable priced source for them in the states?

Anyone know how to remove the trip meter shaft? I can't quite finish disassembly being the bugger is preventing me from removing the speedo guts & chrome shell/cover.

Faceplate on my XS2 speedo dances with the revs...any tips on the dis-assembly of said speedometer? Thanks in advance!

A little OT in this specific application, but potentially useful for motorcycles as well... I need to build a new clutch cable for an Italian tractor I bought. It's a Pasquali 986: The cable needs to be 3mm or 1/8" minimum with the sheath at 46" and the cable about 8" longer than...

Greetings gents, I am considering purchasing some of these handlebars from Mikes "http://www.mikesxs.net/product/25-0109.html" these are the clubman/cafe handle bars. Can anyone tell me if I am going to need to buy shorter cables? Or can I get away with keeping the stock ones currently on...

Can anyone ID this wheel hub and speedo connector so I can order the correct speedo cable. It looks like it is Yamaha trials bike front wheel, 21". There is a small round hole in where the speedo should sit, and when I had the brakes apart for cleaning recently I recall seeing it would have to...

I emailed Mercury Mike about this but thought I would try here too: I purchased an E-Z Pull 46 1/4"(I'm running Super Bike bars) and the housing end to end is just the right length. The issue I'm running into is the extra length in the actual cable. When I went to install it, I connected the...

Does anyone know what size/thread the handlebar clamp bolts are? M8? Thanks