The Phantom

I just figured I’d bring it to your attention. Thanks so much. It’s great to have this resource. I doubt the manuals would have this...

Hey! I was too embarrassed to admit I dropped the bloody popsicle stick into the case as I was mounting the jugs. Luckily it fell out...

Maybe, getting teens and 20 somethings to ride the sixties and seventies stock will peak their interest?

I painted them in my brothers front yard. Got a nice DeVilbus paint gun off eBay cheap during Covid. Just took my time. Pretty huge...

Hey all! Just finished base coat clear coat of these here. Came out awesome, right before the cold snap. Here is a new problem. No...

What do you mean by “power the petcocks”? I have two nipple manifolds intact. They weren’t connected to the petcocks though when I got...

What do you mean by “power the petcocks”? I have to nipple manifolds intact. They weren’t connected to the petcocks though when I got...

Thanks, I agree the brass sounds better

Hello all Yamahamians! I know, it’s been a bit since I last queried but I’m back. Thanks to all for the exhaust valves and side covers...

Yeah, I thought it was from love of beagles. Some people just love them snoopy dogs. Thanks

Hi, exhaust valve on the xs650 got stuck open, snapped off when piston made contact. Now I can’t find a used or new exhaust valve...

Hello dog. Is that referring to a rabbit hound? Anyway, I’m in the market for an exhaust valve for the xs650se. Any ideas? My machinist...

I just want to check in. Which vendor do I buy an exhaust valve from. The machine shop is ready to install it. The cylinders are honed...

Hi, I need a 948 piston, yes/ no?

Can anyone tell me what a model # is? I have the VIN but not the model # Thanks

One piston. 1978 xs650 special. # on top of piston needed———- 948. Thanks

Yeah, the one with the hole punched in it by the stuck valve probable had the numbers smacked. Thank again

It’s so awesome to have a resource to find these kind of details.

I guess what I mean is, I know it needs to move freely, but I guess I’m just looking for slop. I’ve looking into rephrase on YouTube...

How about lateral movement after installation? I also buggered up one of the wrist pin clips. Should I bend it back into shape or get...

Beautiful day in central Va. just waiting on the verdict about the top end in the backyard. All the best.

I think you’ll be able to see there is a section about 1/4 inch that has totally burned through. Anybody’s guess? Thanks. The second...