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    46mm L&R Fuel Cocks

    Hi all, In need of 2 Fuel cocks left and right with an internal length between fixings of 46mm. Preferably non-vacuum. Does anyone have any they may wish to part with or could point me in the direction of new ones. Ordered some off yambits however too narrow and will be returning. Based in...
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    Spark Plug Resistance

    So In my case the spark plug caps already had the resistance built in so I was doubling the resistance by adding the BPR7ES plugs hence such small indistinguishable spark.
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    Why won’t my XS Start

    I’ve never had the bike running. originally it was a un-registered US-import, it had a half complete points system that I have removed and replaced with a PMA CDI system. This gets a good spark, just a question if whether it sparks at the right time.
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    Why won’t my XS Start

    My mistake, they are the 78’s and have been jetted to 150 for foam filters and a straight through exhaust.
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    Why won’t my XS Start

    Currently there are no filters on, and a straight pipe exhaust, (temporary). Primary focus is to get it running then it’s coming out to get the frame painted. It’s jetted for foam filters and a twin side exit exhaust.
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    Why won’t my XS Start

    Thankyou guys, one issue I should have mentioned. I have a PMA CDI ignition, so no points. Could it still be advanced timing issue?
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    Why won’t my XS Start

    So I’ve got a 77 xs. I’ve just had the carbs fully stripped cleaned and rebuilt. Put them back on, kick it over and I get loads of back pressure to the point where the carbs pop off. They’re even clamped on! The valves look clear. They open and close and the exhaust isn’t blocked. Does anyone...
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    BS38 Mikuni Carb 1977 XS

    I’m not entirely sure on the make and model of the one I’ve got. I’m borrowing it off of my friends friend. It’s not big enough to fit an entire carb in. You have to flip it over for it to do it all. I was looking on Facebook market place and found one or two for £90 that looked fairly decent...
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    Spark Plug Resistance

    Awesome thank you for the information I’ve just been to euros and got the BPR7ES spark plugs and will try those. Yeah I’ve lived in Alton also since 2005 it’s a nice town slowly expanding unfortunately.
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    Spark Plug Resistance

    So I just installed a PMA CDI ignition system onto the XS. However I’m not getting any spark. I’ve tested the spark plugs and they gave continuity but no resistance. Upon research I should have around 5000 OHM resistance through the spark plug whoever I only have 3 OHM. (I made sure the...
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    Aftermarket throttle, and cable?

    Thanks for this recommendation, being in the UK, i have ordered the throttle cable kit from here. Will see how it goes.
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    Aftermarket throttle, and cable?

    Tell me about it. I dont know what I would do without these guys.
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    Aftermarket throttle, and cable?

    So I purchased a domino single pull throttle for my XS and for obvious reasons the XS 650 standard throttle cable does not fit with the metal bend. Any suggestions for aftermarket cables that would fit a low bar XS or is there an option to build your own?
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    BS38 Mikuni Carb 1977 XS

    Legends! Thank you for all the information, no doubt I’ll be back with more questions in the coming days.
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    BS38 Mikuni Carb 1977 XS

    Hi All. Stripped my Mikuni BS38 carbs apart this evening off of my 77 xs650, ready for the ultrasonic cleaner. Where can I get replacement parts, and what should I replace now it’s all disassembled? And how do I learn what sizing the jets are etc. Thanks for any help. Pictures attached.
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