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I've been trying research a front end (preferably HD for the variety of wheels and brakes) to retrofit onto my 79 triple. The attachment below is from a guy out of Indonesia that has a 79 triple as well and his build is exactly what I had in my head. I was just to hurr durr to spit it out on...

I got the bike last summer and didn't do much with it in hopes to do a cafe/tracker build over the winter. (didnt happen) Spring rolled around and I finally pulled the motor and rebuilt the top end. Now the motor is about ready to be mounted and its time to look at electrical and that's where...

Hey folks! Playing around with my 79' Special, following some of 5twins amazing advice, and I've got a quick question regarding valve adjustment. I've removed the alternator cover, and I am trying to line up the T with the Timing mark on the rotor. Two things: 1) Directly as I get the timing...

Hi Been lurking for a long awhile and finally decided to create account and post as I'm currently struggling and haven't found a specific thread that could answer my questions. Thanks in advance for any questions I am having trouble with my rear turn signals. I removed the OEM turn signals...

Hey guys! I just picked up a 1977 XS650 for 200.00 and I tried to start it, but nothing. I pulled off the plug boot and got no spark from it. I know how useful the search button is, but it is useless if you have no idea what you are looking for.:banghead: Are there any stickys or threads on...

Ok, so im going to try fixing my jetting. After a few months of 30mpg i think its time. Heres what i got, 83 Sk Bs34s 142.5 main 127.5 air Wheres the pilot jet? Under that rubber plug? I had the carbs completely apart today and didnt bother looking in there... 3 turns out on air mix screws...