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I am new and i finally decided on my next toy being a cheap around $2000 xs650 bobber styled bike. its alot cheaper than driving my car around gets around x3 better gas milage and is relativity cheap as long as i get a good engine etc. i'm only 17 and by far not a mr good wrench but i can do...

So I just bought a new welder from a company called Longevity, I got the tigweld 200sx. I love this machine! The shipping ended up taking a little longer than I was promised... but longevity made it up to me by upgrading it to 2day shipping! How many companies do stuff like that theses days...

Thinking of building a service stand for XS's that would allow 360 degree access around the bike. Do you think the footpeg bosses and mounting studs are strong enough to carry the full weight of the bike plus whatever stresses service work might add? I'm thinking of using those as mounting...

During my recent search for a replacement spacer for the rear axle on the 77D I began to realize that if I had access to a small milling machine the part could be made faster than it could be found. I've always had an interest in owning one anyway so here is the question. Would something like...

Hey everyone, I have a quick qs, this is going to be my first time rebuilding a motor, and I'm a newbie so i just wanted to know the essential tools I need when rebuilding my motor? Any help would be appreciated! :thumbsup:

hey there every one i was just wondering if this would be a good welder to use on, fender mounting situations and brake anchor rod tabs??P.S. i wont be using this to weld up my frame or anything also if any one has used it in the past, if they could show some pics that would be awesome.

So I was looking at these. Anyone have some advice for a guy who hasn't used a scope since high school science lab? No real hard goals in mind, want to be able to look at MC and auto ignition functions, any other electronic look sees that might happen. This one has a plug wire clamp on probe...

I've seen some being used and in workshop images on here but i'm damned if I can find any for sale anywhere on the net . prefer from UK or Europe due to shipping and customs charges EDIT cancel that request . I've finally found some on Amazon . I was naming them T bar instead of T-handle...

What's the perfect tool you can't live without? Is there some tool that you end up using way more than you thought you would? Is there some tool you're sure would make everything in your shop go 120% easier/faster/smoother? What about that gadget that you thought was kinda ridiculous, but turned...

I'm about to fit out my bike shed next week and as I haven't a lot of space I'll need to plan it carefully so I thought it would be interesting to see the tool wall /bench layout in your bike garage/shed :thumbsup::D

So i was installing my BRAND NEW charging system from MikesXs.. and then this happened.. any way to fix this ?

I scored this 4000lbs. Southworth hydraulic lift table today for $200....... This is gonna be a good tool for working on the bike , atv, mowers, etc.. :D

Whats a dealer repair tool kit (unused) 1973 for the 650 Yamaha worth.Came across one one recently and thinking about making some sort of offer.

Do you have a preference for the size if your replaced your OEM fuses? Kinda shopping around.

Hi there. I'd like to clean up the threads on my engine before I rebuild it. So I'm looking to get a tap and die set. I wondered what I should look for in a kit. What are the essential items I'll be needing? Also I've seen alot of cheap sets but I'm guessing they're a risk (particularly the...

I have this old arc (stick) welder stashed away, that my Dad gave me a long while ago. It plugs into an outlet like the clothes dryer has. So I need to get that type of extension cord first. It's just been sitting in a fairly dry shed. I will definitely get new electrodes - won't try using...

Hi guys, I'm thinking of buying this, to help me lift my chopper project bike up about 2 feet off the ground, using slings toward the front and rear portions of the frame, so I can then easily set it on my work table, without having to call my neighbor over to help me roll it up using board...

Normally if a pivot bolt is not cooperating I would lube and walk away, giving the penetrate time to work. Last weekend I was in a bit of a hurry. Removing the nut and grease zert I would oil each side, block and tap, oil, block and tap,oil, block and.....well you get the idea. I wasn't...

hey folks, I've been mostly letting project bike chopper sit all summer, since it's too hot and steamy out there in the carport to mess with it. but I went ahead and signed up for welding again - the same one I took like 10 years ago, but dropped out of. So this one started the same, just...

Looking for a rotor puller in OC area.. Having some electrical issues and trying to diagnose the problem. Thanks!