paulpops55
XS650 Enthusiast
I've got a 73 also, Saggs. Got any pictures to post?
I'm in Taunton Mass.
I've got a 73 also, Saggs. Got any pictures to post?
I'll post some up in this thread if possible? I've been out of streetbikes for 10-12yrs and saw this 73 for sale nearby, I used to have a 75 back in 83 and loved it until some clown stole it and burned it This one was pretty much all original but didnt run, had siezed brakes, ripped seat, and beat chain. First thing I did was put in a Pamco ignition, flush the gas out and she fired right up and settled into the lumpa-lumpa idle I put new oring chain and sprockets on it, bronze swingarm bushings, tapered head bearings, fork seals, etc.. As time and $ allowed I also put on a second disc on the front and have oredered stainless brake lines for it. I'm going for the old school, resto look. Original paint has some flaws but I'm sticking with it for now.
I believe the dude had it for sale thru the summer but had no takers. I paid $700 for it and thought it was too high at the time. As I've worked on it I have become more pleasantly surprised with the condition of the bike. Fingers are crossed as it hasnt been on the road full time yet.
I'm glad to see you picked up a good runner and the great mileage is a bonus as gas hits $4 a gallon.