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Before I ask my question: I have read the threads on wiring schematics and have not seen the answer. Here's the question: Can I run a normal ISO cube relay using the yellow wire from the alternator as the trigger? I just need to know what is coming from that yellow wire ;-) Here's the...

Ok so I am doing my first build and have gotten to the point where I need to figure out how to mount my mid stance footpegs and rear brake control. Can anyone post pics of how they mounted their rear drum brace and the foot control with brake light switch etc.? My frame did not have the mid...

I converted my 75 650 into a single carb, but I need a throttle cable as it keeps my Mikuni 38mm VM open about 1/3. Anyone know where to get some adjustable single throttle cable?

I just got my bike going again, and immediately noticed a design oversight. I have my tcbros electrical box about 3/4-1" away from the chain, but sometimes the chain will hit the bottom and its ruining the paint. the tank is about as close to the frame rails as it can be to allow the cap...

I have a millermatic 180 mig welder that i bought new 6 years ago. It has been a great machine until now, the shielding gas is always flowing when the welder is on. as soon as i turn on the welder you hear the click of the gas solenoid that you usually hear when you pull the trigger. If anybody...

I don't know how many of you bend your own tubing here and if you do you've probably got the right tools for the job. Alot of people use the Harbor Freight pipe bender cuz it's cheap, but its made for pipe, not tube. I modified mine to make bending dom easier and better.Here's how I did it...

I'm not quite as creative a writer as some other folks on here, so I'll just give a straightforward, step-by-step of how I installed the new Hugh's Handbuilt Fork Brace on my 34mm forks. Please understand, that I am not saying that this is how it will work with every 34mm fork. This only to...

I found a 1972 nearby and it had a fiberglass body I've never seen. Dude said it called a tracer body. Caught my attention, said it was running two years ago. The price is decent I was just wondering if you guys could let me know if its worth messing with and of any value? Thanks guys

Decided to put together a drop seat xs for my brother. This will be his first bike but he has a few ideas of what he wants. This is what were starting with

After my fake oil tank split, decided it was time to fabricate what I wanted, while there decided to get rid of the battery and switch to the sparx capacitor as the battery area was needed for a oil catch can that was needed to cure my constant oil slick everywhere I park...

So I wanted to share this with you guys, a money saver. A long time ago I had gone to a pool party and bought this keg of virgils cream soda keg, it's organic, and it tastes delicious! I would highly recommend. Anyways in a drunken state, I brought the keg back home and put it on top of my...

So I just recieved an old Lincoln 225 "Tombstone" Arc welder I still need to install a 220v outlet in my garage/workshop I've never welded before and will be taking my time and be welding a lot of scrap metal before I would ever dream of welding on one of my bikes. My question is how usefull...

I have been searching for awhile on how to do this and while I have a pretty good idea some tips or tricks would be greatly appreciated, or even a write up that someone could point me at. I want to cut a couple of inches out of the rear tubes that the rear shocks are mounted to but Im not...

As the title states, does anyone build battery boxes to sell? I found some older threads but haven't seen much lately. I'm looking to purchase one fast, so if you build 'em let me know! Just did the Chrysler Swap and and ditched the old harness. Starts, charges, and ready to roll. Just need...

Hey fellas quick question. To get the look i want for my cafe build ('75 xs) , i need to cut the rear finder loop off. I plan to cut it right before the rear shock gusset. So my question is, do i need to weld an additional bar across to reinforce the two shock mounts? Or could i just leave it...

I am at the point of mocking up where my electronics will go. I don't want to put the capacitor in the "box", but somewhere where it can get some air. At the same time, I want to keep a nice, clean feel to it all. I have searched all over and I can't really find anything. Can anyone give me...

We have 5 nominations for the June XSOTM "first time builds" contest. A great selection of "built in my garage" bikes! The poll will close on June 3oth, the winner will have their bike photo posted to the XS650 home page and be permanently added to the XSOTM picture album, not to mention the...

What would you like to see as far as parts? Handlebars? Frames? Complete or weld-on tails different style seat pan kits? exhausts? Complete build rollers? Custom pegs and mounting hardware? Gas tanks? fender stay kits laser cut to your specs? If the pitch goes well I will be...

The photos tell the story. The exhaust pipes run on the right side of the engine, but that means the kickstarter cannot return to its position. I have to ride with the kickstarter out. Anyone any ideas? I am looking for the inexpensive option, so no re-fabricating pipes to run down the...

First post, Woohoo! I'm not sure of the exact term for this part, but it's the part on both sides of the frame that the swing arm and foot controls attach to. I'll call it a gusset. Does that piece provide anything structurally to the frame or is it just a big triangle lookin thing to attatch...