Recent content by EricVentures

Thanks for the recommendations everyone! Slowly making my xs650 the way I want it!

Thanks everyone. I think I’ll go with @5twins recommendation and go with those commando pipes with aftermarket head pipes.

Hey Jet, would these slip right on the stock exhaust pipes?

Hello Xs650 Fam, Recently picked up an almost all original Xs650, and wanted to see what slip-on exhaust options people are running? Would like to make my exhaust note louder, but nothing too crazy. Looking to keep the original pipes, and just switch out the muffler. Any suggestions for...

Just purchased a 1980 Xs650G Special II, 3500 miles, 2 owners and real clean! Working on maintenance, and riding the thing! Like everyone else is saying, have fun and enjoy. I'm thinking of running Dunlop 404's or possibly a 80/20 dual sport like the Shinko 705's , it currently still has the...

@gggGary thanks for the input man! Is the standard 18in rear a direct fit? Maybe I can try and find one used. it looks like there are less 3.5x19 front options out there for my front…

Hello Xs650 fam, Post revival! Just picked up my 1980 XS650 Special ii (Is this considered XS650G?) and very eager to put some 80/20 dual sports on my build! Are there new 16 inch rear tire offerings still as of 2023? I see the Kenda K761 is now available in 130/90/16 - will this fit with...

@650Skull 1980 xs650 special ii - serial starting 3G0

@Kevin Werner looks great! Thanks for the recommendation, I think that seat is exactly what I need. I took a peek at your winter project thread! Looks great, awesome work! What tires did you go with, some multi sport?going for a scrambler build?

Hey Xs650D Junkie, Just picked up a 1980 Xs650 special! What was the resolution to lower the bike? I’m just almost full footing on stock rear shocks, I’m think just slightly shorter will do it!