busaboyn2o
XS650 Member
Hello people,
I just picked up a nice project for me to spend these winter months completing. I am no slouch in the garage or when it comes to motorcycles (former MMI graduate). However, the majority of my past has been spent with high HP crotch rockets.
I have always wanted a bobber and I was able to pick this one up at a STEAL of a price. However, I beleive the owner I purchased it from was a little misguided when he bought it (which was in project form at the time as well). No title, only a Bill O Sale (VIN is clean thankfully).
Anywho into the crazyness of what I have here... I do believe the engine is a later model than the 71 frame, however I am having trouble placing exactly what era/model XS it actually is. Secondly, the carbs were supposed to need to be rebuilt when I purchased it, only to take them apart and find NONE of the internal components of the carbs. What are my options for an upgrade? Anyone have anything for sale? Along with all of the bolts for BOTH side covers were missing. Anyone know where I can get those?
Next is the electrical. I am typically a wiz kid when it comes to electrical, so when I was told it needs all the wiring done, I didn't hesitate. As I began diging into the box of parts, I came across a Reg/Rect, a dual lead ignition coil, and a CDI box (which again begs the question WTF year do I have here?
I can tell there are some serious people on this site, and I look forward to a nice long history with you guys. Hopefully I can supply some guidance in the future as well.
Sorry for the long post, don't beat me up too bad!
I just picked up a nice project for me to spend these winter months completing. I am no slouch in the garage or when it comes to motorcycles (former MMI graduate). However, the majority of my past has been spent with high HP crotch rockets.
I have always wanted a bobber and I was able to pick this one up at a STEAL of a price. However, I beleive the owner I purchased it from was a little misguided when he bought it (which was in project form at the time as well). No title, only a Bill O Sale (VIN is clean thankfully).
Anywho into the crazyness of what I have here... I do believe the engine is a later model than the 71 frame, however I am having trouble placing exactly what era/model XS it actually is. Secondly, the carbs were supposed to need to be rebuilt when I purchased it, only to take them apart and find NONE of the internal components of the carbs. What are my options for an upgrade? Anyone have anything for sale? Along with all of the bolts for BOTH side covers were missing. Anyone know where I can get those?
Next is the electrical. I am typically a wiz kid when it comes to electrical, so when I was told it needs all the wiring done, I didn't hesitate. As I began diging into the box of parts, I came across a Reg/Rect, a dual lead ignition coil, and a CDI box (which again begs the question WTF year do I have here?
I can tell there are some serious people on this site, and I look forward to a nice long history with you guys. Hopefully I can supply some guidance in the future as well.
Sorry for the long post, don't beat me up too bad!