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Hello everyone. Been a lurker on the site for a while, still don't have an XS yet, but I have been keeping my eyes out looking for the right bike. Seems like the popularity of these bikes has increased over the past couple of years. They don't last long on Craigslist and when a decent runner...

Anyone running or know where to get a decently priced headlight w/ built in speedometer?

Guys, I've ordered a high output oil pump from Mike's XS, you can easily reference it if you like. It is on his sight under "engine" then "oil pump". They show the standard pump first, then this one that reputes to put out twice the volume. Does anyone have any first hand knowledge of this...

Here are the process photos, and the finished product. Silver flash glitter blast base, duplicolor metalcast candy coats. I'm happy for my first go at it. I know I can improve my process for the future.

Hi there, this link was posted to another list I'm on:- http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/mcy/4985469294.html Interesting that the XS650 is valued higher than the Goldwing.

I just looked through 36 pages trying to find a setup, little blurry eyed I didn't find anything... I'm looking for a lead/picture on how to redo my harness. I'm running headlight taillight blinkers speedo electric start horn and pamco ignition. I appreciate any help.

Okeedokee. So I am sure this topic may have been covered before, but after searching, I can't seem to find a definite answer. I am planning on a brat bobber build (BUT NOT a weld in brat kit. Just slamming it). I have 11" eye to eye progressive Harley shocks laying around in my house, so...

Some of you may have seen my Pentagram wheel thread: http://www.xs650.com/forum/showthread.php?t=40530 Well, this is the bike that they'll be going on. This is my 5th XS650 build, but the first in a while. I've known about this bike for a few years. After finally scoring a set of...

Need some help brainstorming this new "farkle"for the shop. Not sure if I can use "farkle"here but I digress. I currently have a 1000lbs lift table in the shop and a large 2 post 7 ton hoist. The motorcycle lift table seems to always be in the way and has become a great spot for me to pile up...

Hey there! I suppose I should have went to the intro section first, and said hello, but I've been lurking for a while, and finally thought it's time to make an account, now that I am going to be working on my '79 Special :) So first off, Hello from the Great White North! So on with my...

Hey everybody. I'm new around here and I'm new to bikes in general, so bear with me because I'm going to have lots of questions and make lots of dumb mistakes, I'm sure. I am picking up a 78 xs650 Special in a few days which has been sitting for a while (a long while). It's pretty rough...

I'm new to motorcycles in general but I recently purchased a 1975 XS650B. It needed and gas tank and a seat to be complete. I searched high and low for a decent, well priced seat to no avail. Eventually I stumbled upon an ad on craigslist offering a nice seat for $50. The catch was it was 3...

Has anyone here recently ordered something from monster? I have been trying to get a hold of the guy running this site but no dice. I tried email, phone, instagram, nothing. Does he post on here?

Spotted this little gem on my way to church a couple of weeks ago. Finally connected with the owner and bought it off of him - happy birthday to me! The frame is a '79 but the engine and most of the parts are (I believe) off a '78. Haven't decided if I'm going to keep it or flip it. It does...

Tryin to find someone who does hand tooled leather solo seats. Any suggestions?

Hey Folks, I am just about to wire up this beast http://www.xs650.com/forum/showthread.php?t=39854 and am looking for some feedback on my diagram. A bit of background: This is a 1977 XS650D. Batteryless, kick only. I have installed a HHB PMA system, and a Sparx Capacitor. I am running the...

So, I have this crazy idea. I am looking to do a 2 inch stretch on my swing arm, but i also have an idea to relocate the shock mounts. What do ya'll think about taking a set of foot peg mounts. The pretty curvy ones, mounting them up in where the standard mounts go, and making them the shock...

I'm looking for a 18" & 19" rim that doesn't have the spoke holes yet. I'm thinking about making a set of invader type wheels but can't find them anywhere. Thanks

Pics found on the web. I dig it. Anyone know the builder or any details?

Spockwerks calling, nice to see you. New to the list, been riding my '83 XS650 "Namazu the Earthquake Fish" for 30 years. Time for a change. Just ordered a Monstercraftsman Brat Kit and am thinking 750cc kits. Turning things inside out kinda like graffiti style and that means paint. Seeing...