freddy3

It's a Spitfire; and most, tho' not all, Zs're two-seaters (i.e., they don't have rear seats), which may explain your need for...

I'd second the WD40 and add that, after lavishing the oil onto the carbs, I'd let it sit overnight to give the oil time to...

Did the lights work prior to the trip TO the repair shop? Sounds like the rear light wiring that runs under the seat (atop the rear...

Condolences re your dad. Re the bike: I'd begin by flushing the brake system with fresh fluid. Alternatively, you might consider...

Then you might appreciate this '78 Triumph I restored in '82. Excepting that it's currently sporting raised white-letter tires, it...

I'd say that $2k was money (well) spent. The XS2 was my third bike (preceded by a YDS-3 and [AMF] Sportster). I traded a hi-fi amp and...

De-winterized the XS2 over the weekend, but haven't been able to get her out on the road yet this year. Hopefully, in the next coupla...

Congrads on the XS....and riding since '69 (I've been doin' it since '71). The bike looks well-loved and taken care of. Remember to keep...

This may be obvious, but based on your description, it sounds like the transmission disconnected from the engine. I've had the same...