My stock framed tracker build

[cabmkr]

After selling my original tracker project about a year ago, I had the opportunity to pick up a guys XS650 collection/projects. I got a total of 5 frames, 5 1/2 motors (one is a 750) along with lots of wheels and spare parts, two full sized pick up trucks full worth of parts and bikes. Enough bits to build 2-3 bikes. Also one frames is a champion that he started to build.
After a lot of thought, I am starting with a stock framed build with a 650 motor, for now it will have street tires but those will be changed to proper dirt track tires, and a radian swing arm. Debating on the pipe but may bite the bullet and get a Jemco high pipe. Plan is to get it all fabricated up, get it plated the strip it to the frame and get it painted and such.
Here is where I am at.

 

[ToyFarmNH]

Nice! new to the XS world but Im diggin it! more info about the Swingarm?
Cant wait to see more and will be checking back for updates!

 

[cabmkr]

ToyFarm, the swing arm is from a Yamaha Radian.

I received my PMA today from XS Direct, bolted it up in about 1/2 hr, added a 19000uf capacitor and after a few kicks, it started right up, putting out over 14 volts at idle. Also I ordered a Jemco high pipe which should be here by the end of the week. I have to figure out lights (will be mounted in a # plate) and have a tail light coming in the mail.

Chris

 

[cabmkr]

I did a blitz early Sunday morning and got the painted (clear) pipe mounted, the electrical done, tank lined and new left hand cover mounted along with a few other small things.
I got it on the road for a few minuets and it ran well and runs well in the midrange. It does need the rear sprocket changed to a smaller one and the lights still mounted but happy with the outcome so far, going to be a fun bike.

Chris

 

[ToyFarmNH]

looks awesome man, no doubt it will be a blast to ride! very clean !!
so if you dont mind, I have just a few more questions for you.
what year frame did you go with?
what carbs did you choose to run and bore diam?
have been searching since the first day i got my bike trying to find a "dirtbike-ish" seat/tank set up.
seriously considering the PMA swap (i have MOST of if not all the parts..i think.)
TCI ign box seems to be a major downfall IMO..spent about 2 hrs chasing wires and trying to figure out exactly whats up with my electrical issues...

 

[cabmkr]

Thanks ToyFarm, its coming along, just some lighting and mount the licence plate to get it on the road I will be painting it a bit later.
Frame is a 78 and I believe the carbs are 34 (or 36), they came with the motor I am using and have to admit I haven't taken the off to clean them yet. Starts in one or two kicks so haven't had to muck with them. Seat I got off E bay, around $150 USD, its a Harley type and fits nice on the 78 frame. The PMA is mint and I am using a capacitor in place of the battery. It has a Pamco ignition for spark, so simple wiring and everything is hidden under the seat.

Cheers, Chris