fabricating

I am in need of a M15x1.0mm tap to thread 2 pieces of aluminum. I don't really trust the cheap ebay specials, used would work but I haven't found any either. Reaching out to a broad audience for help. Thanks.

Any shops in Oklahoma to help with Maintenance and Fabrication? I'm new to the XS and I'm starting a new build (my first) I would like to make sure I have done everything correctly before I jump on the road. Also, Some fabrication? I do not have the skills to do some of the frame work...

Has omars been sold? Wanting to build a tracker. Needs his parts Thanks

I see most people install a small filter or two off the breather box. 1. Is it needed. 2. Is the shape and design of the box critical? Does it have the baffle inside to control something? Is the hole size and position of any importance? I gots me and idear.

I have and 82 XS. I'm new to this whole bike working deal. Does anyone know the size of the bolt that holds on the kickstand? Thanks in advance.

hey guys I need advice from experts, here is what I did. So we tack welded the brake pivot close to the engine, I felt like it was a good position to put it in because it was curved a bit upwards and I had good leverage. We tack welded hughs brake piviot without putting in the mechanism...

Just looking for some info on a jockey shift set up, Has anyone on here been thru the fabrication process, and with that what was your clutch set up Left foot? New here tried to dig for the information before asking.

Folks, I'm trying to relocate my electicals under my cafe seat.... I've got a PMA from Hugh and a Shorai battery. (I'm running stock points for now but I dunno if it matters) I plan on buying a new harness from Mikes and using both my kick and electric start, with signal lights... Is there...

hey guys. I'm new here and am attempting to build my first xs650. I have a 21" wheel/rim from an old Honda XL250. I will be using the rim and getting rid of the drum brake. Has anyone done this and can give me details on how to piece together the correct hub, bearings, spokes, etc.? I am...

Got a question for the general population. I've been a member for a while now, mostly just lurking and learning, super site with knowledgeable people. I'm well into my build now, '82 Special transformed to a bobber, PMA, Pamco, re-phase, etc. I recently bought a TCBros fake oil tank kit. The...

Anyone know a shop who make a drop seat hardtail for xs650s?? Found some in America but would prefer to buy in Australia He's some pic of the one I want

OK so i've saved up some more money and have asked about a lathe before. I am now more interested in a mill, but found a combo for fairly cheap with some tools, which i know can add up really quickly. Please assume i know nothing here and tell me what you guys think of this for a hobby tool...

What is technically the difference, size wise in a 650 and a 400. I've found a killer fairing for a "Unused, looks to fit midsize bikes like Honda 350/450, Suzuki GS 450 or Yamaha Xs400, you deside." I love it and am wondering if would fit my 650?

Just another project! :D Originally a 1953 Ford Panel. Now: It sits on a 1973 F250 Hi-boy frame w/ 22" cut out of the frame(!), divorced transfer case, and 35X12X16.5 tires. Power is from a '67 merc 460/C6 + a Warn O/D unit.... Oh, and 3" chrome side pipes!

Thought I'd finally post this little goodie with everybody. Riding down the ol' road one day, she's bangin' on both just fine then: -stumble-pop-stumble- I look down the right side, fine. I look down the left side.... to see the carb hanging!:yikes: When I got the bike there were no airboxes...

I saw this browsing a blog can someone explain to me what's happening in the intake of the carb, and basically the whole bike

Im working on making a rear brake stay for my hardtailed 79 with a rear disc. Im thinking 3/8ths rod and heim joints to connect it to a tab on the frame and also on the caliper. Will 3/8" be strong enough to keep from bowing/breaking or should I go bigger? I would like to see some examples of...

I've been wanting a welder for years. I've done a lot of reading and watched videos on reviews and How To's. Given what I ultimately wanted to do, my goal was to buy a 220v Mig, in particulate a Lincoln 180 ($600-$700 new). I would start setting cash aside, but then always had to dip into my...

Please validate my logic. I'm using a Radian swing arm with a CB750 axle (20mm). Rather than turning the axle further down at 18mm and adding threading to accommodate the shorter required axle length, I was thinking about trimming the axle and re-threading for 20mm. Other than getting a...

I was wondering what everyone's take would be on a XS650 dirt drag ATV? The engine seems to show up in some killer hill climb bikes. Most of the races are around 300 yards. I have already done a few ATV/motorcycle builds.. All of them with 1970s or early 80s Yamaha bike motors. So this...