Throttle Suggestions

[RT Hemi]

Hi All, new to the site and just embarked on my first custom builds with my son. I say builds cause we just acquired a 75 and 81 xs650s. My 1st issue is on the 75 xs650, trying to connect the dual cables to a Biltwell dual throttle, not working well. I m not adverse to changing the throttle and getting a new cable setup, but want to keep the original carbs. Any suggestions on a setup that works?? I had to scrap the original throttle and handlebars due to damage. Thanks Greatly

 

[osteoderm]

The Biltwell Whiskey dual throttle is for push-pull applications. Your '75 needs a dual-pull throttle or a single-pull with a cable splitter. For stock carbs with stock (or stockish) cables, the OEM throttle is pretty good; someone on this forum is bound to have one they can sell you.

Otherwise, look at A Tommaselli 2C or Tommaselli Daytona.

 

[RT Hemi]

Thanks. So the stock xs cables will fit in the tommasellis?? Also are the tommasellis made for 1inch bars or just 7\8s??? Appreciate the quick response

 

[osteoderm]

The stock cables use a retaining clip mount; you'll probably be looking at custom cables. Not sure if those Euro throttles come in 1", but I doubt it.

 

[eagletoot]

need some suggestions for throttle and throttle cables for my 82 xs650 with stock carbs on them. 12'' ape hangers.

 

[eagletoot]

im also wanting to run a on/off switch and starter on my bike. this is my first bike ever that i am also building so i need direction on what to look for and get a better idea of what questions that i need to ask so that i can build this bike correctly.

 

[angus67]

sounds like you will have a lot of questions during your build. You should start a dedicated build thread, including all info about your bike, inspiration, where you are at currently, and work on one aspect at a time.
Look at my build I just started. Lots of pictures, inspiration, and where I am, and where im going.
the thread is 71 clone.

 

[eagletoot]

thanks for the suggestion angus67. ive looked into starting a thread for that but i cant seem to figure out how to start a thread. haha.

 

[XSLeo]

Up at the top of this page, click where it says The Garage.
At near the top of the page that comes up you will find a New Thread button.
Click it.
Start your thread.
Leo