Recent content by YamadudeXS650C

I want to echo Gary's remarks. Firstly, I can happily say that I have been on the receiving end of his generosity (parts) on multiple occasions. As for myself, the last pair of side covers I let go to a member (upper '78 Special) I gave away and felt good about it. Like Gary said, "It's not...

You will get varied opinions here regarding your tires. The profile looks just fine to me. 18 years is a LOT of years, however I would not be quick to toss them out if they seem pliable. There is a measurement device called a tire durometer which assesses hardness; maybe you could find someone...

If you haven't reinforced your sump screen (with a metal plate or JB Weld) to protect it in the "critical spot" from the gushing of oil, then it is advised to keep your revs below 3K until the oil warms up, maybe 4 miles of driving. .

Cool. However, a 1.5 oz tube of Hylomar blue will cost you about $19 + $6 shipping = $25 Dab of grease =1 cent .

Fuel tank for XS650 Specials 1978 - 1983 Has one moderate dent, one mild dent see pics Mild rust inside, easily fixed. Cap lock is damaged. Fix lock or caps are available new online for $15 free shipping Pickup only Syracuse NY area petcocks extra $5

Many of us just use common automotive bearing grease to hold the gasket in place and to ensure that the gasket will come off easily, allowing us to reuse the gasket a few times. No gasket scraping in the future. .

The revival of my 6 year-old thread is worth having a shot of scotch! :cheers: .

I would like 2, please. Thanks Greg! .

About 7 years ago I bought a '67 YR1 from a woman in her 80's who bought it new and was the first woman in her area to own a bike. She told a good story. She said $300 over the phone and that it had been kept in a barn for decades. It was stuck. When I got to her house she said $450 (!) and...

Welcome, Greg! We love our B models here. How about a pic of yours? Here is mine, one of four XS650's I own and ride regularly:

Leaning over the bike for better sump plate access: Gary and our late friend Robin were known for leaning it WAY over to the left, kickstand up, using a rolled up rug for a pad, and an upside down 5 gal bucket to prop the handlebar end. Couldn't find a photo, maybe someone else has one. I...

The idea of prying it makes me a bit queasy. I say hit that MF real hard. .

I would use my 3.5 lb Pollard hand sledge .

Van Go is lookin' spiffy, Jim! It came to my attention a couple days ago that the sun has recently been re-measured, and now is regarded to be a bit less than 864,936 miles in diameter (1970 measure). This means that the eclipse's south path edge has been moved 2,000 feet north and now just...

Get an XS650, of course :doh: .