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So, I just finished putting a build together of an 81' xs650. Had it running today to sync the carbs then took it for an 8 mile ride and it rode and sounded great. I'm running a PMA and the XSCharge electronic ignition. Here the ignition I'm running...
This is what the ignition looks...
Can anyone help me ID what this thing is?
I'm starting to wire up my build, and I'm utilizing some of the new electrical components from the build the PO started; however, when I stripped the bike over a year ago, I tossed all the electrical bits in a box without figuring out what they all...
So I just recently acquired a 1979 XS650 Special from an old farmer (for $75) :D and am in the beginning stages of the build. I am going to replace all factory electrical components, and go kick start only. It's starting to make my head hurt to sift though all the different information, and...
Hey guys,
I finally got my bike running (sorta). I am having some issues with timing, I have a 1975 with a rephase, pamco rephase ignition, Hugh's cam, and the crank was done at a local machine shop.
I just re-installed the whole electronic ignition unit as per Hugh's guide.
I will try to...
I just got my first bike, a '76, about a month ago, and have been tinkering with it to try to get it ready to ride in spring. I tried to kick-start it one day, and seemingly ran into a lot of electrical issues and couldn't get it started. I'm going to post all the information I can provide...
I am in the slow process of getting the old XS drag bike back on the strip. Looking for a tach to use and found an Autometer 3690 that might? work. Called the company customer support and they were pretty clueless with info that would lead me to believe it would. Just stated that it works with...