Well team, got some inspiration to finish this build this past week. Spent 350 miles on a Street Glide in Phoenix and realised how much I miss street riding. Will be taking inventory this weekend for the remaining engine parts and pushing forward to get that built.
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Pushing along on this build. Final case cleaning and the start of reassembly!!
Question for the team - will this diaphragm work or is it time for new ones?
If I need to do both of these plus new floats plus new everything else - is it just cheaper and easier to buy the new carbs from tc bros etc?
That diaphragm is shot. Best bang-for-the-buck is the JBMindustries diaphragms. Also, $45 slide/diaphragm assemblies are available now.
https://www.siriusconinc.com/m/products-detail.php?product_id=4143
Did you check your OD 5th gear's pockets for undercutting?
http://www.xs650.com/threads/overdrive-5th-gear-dropping-slipping-out-to-neutral.41539/
https://www.siriusconinc.com/m/products-detail.php?product_id=4143
Did you check your OD 5th gear's pockets for undercutting?
http://www.xs650.com/threads/overdrive-5th-gear-dropping-slipping-out-to-neutral.41539/
Got my rings gapped, can chain guides in, and jugs on!
Also banging off the tank - never thought I’d use a Volvo colour on a chop but here it is in Rebel Blue. Still needs clear.
Exactly 4 weeks from today is the show - I got this right?
Also banging off the tank - never thought I’d use a Volvo colour on a chop but here it is in Rebel Blue. Still needs clear.
Exactly 4 weeks from today is the show - I got this right?
I did get it running today - video to follow.
Couple issues:
1. Xsperformance carbs are leaking right through. When I turn on my peacock fuel runs into the carbs and right out the drain hose - float issue? I am searching right now.
2. Need to finish wiring - no big deal there
3. Seat - doesnt fit the monster craftsman best kit and need to locate one that does - ideas here?
Aiming for end of the month - distinguished gentleman’s ride to get this on the road.
Lookin' good!! 
Not my style Bezz - but you’ve done a great job there! Stick at it and pray for a chinook!
Pete
Pete
Steveair2
XS650 Addict
Nice job! Should be a blast to ride!
Rider_onthe_Storm
XS650 Member
Love the stance! Not a big fan of the blue, but a very nice bike, indeed. Seeing it is making me rethink going with a hardtail...
The Tin Man
XS650 Addict
nice job Bezz great bike for a box of piss!
BTW can we see the Nova?
BTW can we see the Nova?
I'm back! Finally in a place where I can get some more work done to the bike and maybe even ride the damn thing! I ended up picking up rear fender and getting it cut down to go on.
Need to keep moving forward on this. I have some holidays right away but should be able to get it running before the snow flies.
Need to keep moving forward on this. I have some holidays right away but should be able to get it running before the snow flies.
Go wash your mouth out with soap.
Nicely made bike.
I rode it! I am still testing and tuning but hope to have some video of it actually moving this week. I have a big client event out at a private car collection housed at a small airport near by - I want to ride this thing there. I am chasing some things to get it running better.
1. Double Checked Timing
2. Need to check cam chain tension and valve clearances
3. Play with carbs (likely my biggest issue)
It seems to be fairly erratic at low/partial throttle. I am not a carb expert but determined to make this thing work!
1. Double Checked Timing
2. Need to check cam chain tension and valve clearances
3. Play with carbs (likely my biggest issue)
It seems to be fairly erratic at low/partial throttle. I am not a carb expert but determined to make this thing work!
Awright, Bezz!!! Wooohooooo!!! Depending on how far away the car show is : "...don't sweat the petty stuff...just remember to pet the..."
Never mind. You get the idea. The beauty part about these bikes, is, even if it runs like a dog, it'll run (unless you smoke the plugs, or eat a valve
, or something elsewise nasty). You will definitely make an entrance one way or the other! Best of luck! 
Wooohooooo!!! Depending on how far away the car show is : "...don't sweat the petty stuff...just remember to pet the..."Never mind. You get the idea. The beauty part about these bikes, is, even if it runs like a dog, it'll run (unless you smoke the plugs, or eat a valve
, or something elsewise nasty). You will definitely make an entrance one way or the other! Best of luck! 
