restoration

  1. DogBunny

    early 1970-73 gas cap assembly question

    I want to take the decorative chrome emblem off of the top of an early gas cap so that I can polish the cap body. Attached are pictures of a disassembled cap that I borrowed from an eBay listing. I don't see how the emblem comes off. Is it glued on?
  2. Q

    Which Model Should I Use In My Haynes Manual If Mine Isn't Listed?

    I know for a fact I have the correct Haynes manual since on the back it says it covers my bike; however, when listing measurements, it doesn't list every model. It only lists a few, which most commonly are the following XS1B XS2 TX650 TX650A XS650B XS650C Which one of these should I...
  3. Q

    Is There A Rough Outline Of How To Restore A Bike?

    Hey guys, So I'm working on restoring a 1980 XS 650 SG and I've done a few things so far: Changed the oil, Cleaned the spark plugs, Cleaned the carbs, Replaced the battery, and Rebuilt the petcock Later, I'm going to clean the fuel tank of rust. I want to clean the tank...
  4. GeorgeOC

    A question regarding frame thread plating, chrome etc...

    Hello and thanks in advance. I recently had a stock frame power coated... The process left the threaded studs for the rear sets, and other bits came back a bit dull and coarse for my preference... Are there any best practices for reconditioning those threaded elements of the frame?
  5. 650Skull

    Spend some to make some

    Here is an opportunity to invest in some profitable restoration projects. A never to be offered again opportunity.................. Enjoy................http://www.driven.co.nz/reviews/classic-cars/rolls-royce-of-motorbikes/
  6. Q

    Do These Hoses Connect To Each Other?

    Hey Guys, I'm new to mechanical work and I'm restoring a 1980 Yamaha XS 650 SG as a hobby project to learn. I've gone through and cleaned the carbs, changed the oil, replaced the battery, and next is cleaning the fuel tank. The issue I'm having is that I have two hoses that are disconnected...
  7. abyssmaltailgate

    When to Replace Valve Springs?

    I pulled off the engine head the other day, and after wiping it down with acetone, I noticed all the valve spring had spots of surface rust. I know it's best to always err on the side of caution, but do y'all think I need to replace my valve springs? I have yet to remove and full inspect each...
  8. T

    Is the frame salvageable?

    So I'm looking to buy a basket case but need advice with if I can salvage the frame by welding it back together? And what kind of price does that bring?
  9. W

    Ignition wiring to new fuse block

    I've finished just about everything else on my rebuild but left the scariest bit to the end like a lot of people - so on with the wiring. Going with a Boyer Bransden, kick only and a decent small battery. I did the boyer and coils fairly easily, got as far as connecting the ignition switch to my...
  10. Gibson

    King queen to stock seat conversion

    Hi all, does anyone know if it is possible to re shape the foam, and re-cover a "king queen" seat with a standard style seat cover? I think it is built on the same pan, but I'm not sure.
  11. B

    Tail light/dash light questions -blue wire. 1975 xs650 stock

    I'm having trouble getting my tail light/dash light to work properly on my 75 xs650. The po messed with the wiring but it all looks correct compared with the diagram. In the third ignition switch (park) position the blue wire gets power, tail light and dash lights come on. In the second position...
  12. wingman1946

    FYI: Emblems

    On E-bay can be found black and gold YAMAHA tank emblems for $12.99 a PAIR delivered to your door. :) They are metal and flexible enough to match the tank curve.
  13. jones5944

    1972 Resto/Retro Project

    My goal is to build a 1972 XS2 which is a replica of the bike I owned, built and rode in the early to mid-70's. This is my starting point. Let the fun begin!
  14. happydaze

    Top-end rebuild parts list

    Hello, I'm about to put my 1981 XS650H (Special II) into the shop for a top end rebuild. I'm finding bits of rubber in the oil and I have a head gasket oil leak. I found an OEM 3G1-W0001-90-00 gasket set on ebay. I bought OEM 256-12231-01-00 cam chain guide stopper from a parts dealer. I...
  15. Z

    1973 TX650 Starter Replacement

    I've been tinkering with a 1973 TX650 that Dad bought new for several years now. Ditched the points, repaired things that were broken, and just riding the bike as much as possible. So, in the last few months I sense that the starter is just not spinning as strong as it did decades ago....Time...
  16. Downeaster

    Quick Thanks to Travis!

    For this ancient post on using electrolysis to clean the inside of a tank. I've used electrolysis a lot for cleaning various parts but never gave a thought to using it on the inside of a tank. His picture of the rubber cork and the bent anode was all I needed. A quick variation on his...
  17. abyssmaltailgate

    Does My Stator Need Replacing?

    I'm going through everything on my first build, and the alternator's stator coils look really grimy. Take a look at the attached pictures; should I clean these, or do they need to be replaced? I can't find replacements on MikesXS (either that or I don't know what I'm looking at), but I've...
  18. S

    Black frame paint

    Hello I am new to bike restoration and have a question about the sheen of the black frame paint. I picked up a 1977 xs650d barn find a couple of weeks ago. It was a mouse hotel for 18 years. I fixed the electrical system, got the 1/4" inch of varnish out of the tank and carbs. I set...
  19. Wally

    Yamaha XS1 Font

    Any one know what font this is on the XS1 side cover looking to ad it to a logo badge for a new club
  20. C

    My "new" stock 72' project

    I'm new here, I had a 77 XS650 years ago and loved it,I picked up this bone stock unmolested 72' yesterday. Here is what I know about it so far. It has just 13,000 miles, the guy has owned it since the late 80's last plated in 2007. It will fire with fuel in the cilinders but I won't even...
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