JaxShane650
XS650 Enthusiast
I'm currently in the middle of tearing down the top end of my motor(1980 XS650) because it bent a intake valve last fall when the valve spring retainer split in half. My clutch was also slipping last time I was riding it and I had already adjusted both ends of the clutch cable. I'm going to be ordering parts soon and I saw that 650 central had some pretty decent prices and has a few of the items I need for this rebuild. I was wondering if anyone has ordered from them before and has some recommendations on clutch kits from them. I know I will definitely at least need clutch disks and springs but unsure on clutch plates. I see that they have a few options like EBC, FERODO, Pro Brand, and Barnet. I have no clue which are good brands and will work for my application, which is a mostly stock engine besides larger jetted carbs with air pod filters and a 2 into 1 Exhaust. Any recommendations and advice for doing this kind of fix on a xs650 would be greatly appreciated.