Side cover trim, XS1, XS1B, XS2

[Ipa62]

Hi out there. The side cover trim for my XS1b is pretty lame, and I was trying to find new. found this on CL and it sounds like whom ever has made a bunch of them. seem a bit pricey but maybe that's just me being cheap. Has anyone purchased from this seller, how's the quality???? Maybe someone has a pair to sell?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/YAMAHA-XS1...ash=item52044c2199:g:b6kAAOSwLsBZPWES&vxp=mtr

 

[Jim]

Looks like he did a limited run of these. It does seem a bit pricey, but limited runs usually are. It might be the only game in town. He has a 100% feedback rating. If I needed a set... I'd probably order 'em.

 

[motormike]

Our little shop has used this product many times over the years... Yes.. sticker shock..... But they do fit well.. look great.

 

[cra-z1]

I believe my set came from him years ago. There was also some sold that were cast of some sort but have not seen them for a while. Im tempted to pick up another set just in case.

 

[peterg]

You could remove the covers and the stock air filters and put pod filters on.

 

[Ipa62]

Thanks to all. Broke down and bought a set today. Will let you know how they look. Peter, may take your advice if disappointed, but that's not exactly what I am trying to do.
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[cra-z1]

And deal with all the possible rejetting issues. Also there would be no rear support for the carbs.

 

[650Skull]

If the $90 for a pair scares you off go to

and pay their prices..................

 

[TwoManyXS1Bs]

More discussion in here:

http://www.xs650.com/threads/the-1971-clone-build.42278/

I used those eBay sidecover trim pieces on mine.

http://www.xs650.com/threads/what-have-you-done-to-your-xs-today.32082/page-162#post-528497

I closely compared the new trim pieces against my old originals.
ALL the plastic molding marks, vent/sprue circles and such, PRECISELY matched my OEM trim pieces. As though the new trim pieces were actually factory NOS. Stunned, I was...

 

[Ipa62]

I did examine the pics on ebay as close as possible and yes they look pretty good. Did order, will let all know what I think. I would guess them to be good, but you never know till in hand.
Yes Skull, parts at Diablo Cycle are expensive! Wonder how good they are?

 

[TwoManyXS1Bs]

Be sure to use rubber washers under the emblem clips. These use a lot of clips. Could go broke. Found a bag of them at Napa.

Insert trim piece into sidecover. Lay it on a towel on a firm surface, posts up. Place washer, then clip. Press on with a tiny socket.

To remove clips, bend each internal tang upwards with a 90° pick. Get them to totally clear the post. Those plastic posts are delicate...

 

[cra-z1]

Be sure to use rubber washers under the emblem clips. These use a lot of clips. Could go broke. Found a bag of them at Napa.

Insert trim piece into sidecover. Lay it on a towel on a firm surface, posts up. Place washer, then clip. Press on with a tiny socket.

To remove clips, bend each internal tang upwards with a 90° pick. Get them to totally clear the post. Those plastic posts are delicate...

The rubber washers are a good tip, keeps the trim tight against the side cover and helps tame the vibration. For rubber washers I purchased some rubber sheet and got some cheap punches from Harbor Frt and made my own. If you have an old inner tube that would also work.

 

[Ipa62]

Received the trim pieces, they do look good, although didn't exactly fall into the mounting holes, but with a little gentle persuasion they easily fit and laid flat to the tins.

 

[Jim]

Excellent!!

 

[Ipa62]

Here's the finished product with new trim and original badge (that I stroked a bit), trim pieces fit and look good. Purchased new clips from boats.net and bought locally #8 rubber washers. BTW, boats.net is a pretty good source for OEM bits and pieces. Paint is a little dark, but not bad, and all tins will get the same.

 

[Jim]

Price might have been a bit steep, but I'm guessin' you're happy. They look great!!!

 

[Beags64]

Curious what paint you used.

 

[Ipa62]

Yeah, pretty happy with it, not ecstatic though. I should point out that I'm not trying to make a show bike, just a good looking rider. Paint is House of Kolor "Solar Gold", keep in mind that clear coat is everything, as well as prep.

 

[Beags64]

Good to know, Thanks. Will keep that in mind when I get to that point on my project. Still got a while before then, besides no tellin' when my "paint booth" (a.k.a. backyard) will be up to temp.

 

[Mailman]

Here's the finished product with new trim and original badge (that I stroked a bit), trim pieces fit and look good. Purchased new clips from boats.net and bought locally #8 rubber washers. BTW, boats.net is a pretty good source for OEM bits and pieces. Paint is a little dark, but not bad, and all tins will get the same.
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I think that looks great! The original candy is so laborious to apply ( and expensive) that unless you are shooting for a show bike, I'd do just what you did.