Recent content by Dobernado

Yup, we have a neighborhood bobcat too. Although, I haven't seen him in awhile, He'd show up on my outdoor security camera every night around 5pm onwards. You could tell that he wasn't starving for a meal too, sucker probably weighs 40+ pounds. I find it hilarious that some neighborhood...

oh yeah, its always like that. In my line of work, I routinely have to go behind others for repairing/replacing stuff that isn't done right. And I'm sure this bike is no different. :rolleyes:

It does make it easier to get the cover off.... :laughing:

Overland Park

I hear that an Xs500 rear wheel is probably the best option since it's the same mag design and takes minimal effort to swap over. Any other ideas?

Oh hell, I didn't even think about a slung off chain. Makes sense for sure! However, there doesn't appear to have any damage around the sprocket or shift shaft. It shall remain a mystery I suppose. Anyways, I've included a photo of the present condition of the XS. I just started it yesterday...

Hey, new guy from Kansas here. Just picked up a '80 XS650 for a café racer or street tracker project. This is my first Yamaha bike and learning a bunch of stuff about it just by lurking on this site the past couple of weeks. One question that I have that I can't seem to find an answer for is...