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I recently had Jim re-wind my rotor for my '72 XS-2, and what a great job he did! Looks brand new (see pics)! Fast turn-around, and a very reasonable price, IMHO. Recommended!

Jusy had my rotor rewound by Jim, and it looks brand new! Very impressed but the quality of his work, reasonable price, and fast turn-around. I recommend him.

I'm having a very hard time find UNI Filter sheet foam in 3/8" thickness-green or red in the FINE grade.The black is available, but red or green would be easier to see accumulated dirt, etc. Internet search for other brands is coming up empty. Is anyone using the 5/8" on any 650, especially the...

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Brand new never worn, only tried on for fitment. I usually take a size 10, but these are a 9.5, and fit well. I've decided to go with a summer fully ventilated boot for riding in the south's hot summers. These sell all day long at $359.95 at various online sites. Not to be confused with the...

Oops! I forgot to add the link! here we go: http://shop.unifilter.com/c/vintage_yamaha_xs-650_1972

Just checked Uni Filter site, and it appears they now make (or have been making) a direct replacement filter for the XS-2, for the princely sum of $37.95 EACH, plus shipping-ouch! See link below. I'm going the bulk Uni filter route, and make the modification that Mailman (and others) have done.

Thanks, Mailman! One last question: Is the foam you used 3/8" or 5/8"?

Did you remove the paper element from the frame?

I'm having the same issue with my XS-2. Thought the spring might be streached! Glad I found this thread!

Hi all, I've read the thread where the paper air filter element on the XS-2 (and others) can been replaced with Uni Filter foam (3/8 inch thickness). My question is should it be the course or fine material? From some of the photos posted in that thread, it appears to be the fine material...

How good are the master cylinder kits as seen on ebay for the XS-2 (around $20, shipping included)? Seems to be about less than half the price of an equivalent K&L kit. Thanks in advance!

The battery on my XS-2 is deader than a door nail (won't hold a charge). Looking for a reasonably-priced AGM replacement. I usually by Yuasa, but as I may be selling the bike, I don't think I want to pay so much for a Yuasa. So what are other's using? Thanks!

In need of a U.S. source for the chrome, domed-head handlebar clamp bolts. NLA from Yamaha. The ones currently on my XS-2 are allen head black bolts, and not correct. There is a U.K. supplier for these, at the dollar equivalent of $4.25 EACH, plus shipping. Hope to find a more reasonble U.S...

This is no joke: I've had batteries last 7 years on a 1993 Honda ST1100; I only put in 3 batteries (Yuasa AGM) in it over the course of ownership (21 years). You can do the math. I'm religious about keeping them charged monthly, esp in the Wisconsin winters ( I now reside in Georgia) with an...

GLJ: yes, that's it. Funny, I looked today on MIke's XS site, and didn't see it. Thanks!

Trying to find a U.S. source for the air cleaner-to carb rubber joint, p/n 256-14453-00. Mine are hard as a rock, and need replacing. MIke's XS does not stock these, and apparently the only other source (?) is Yambits in England. Thanks in advance!

Thanks for the imput!

Considering a Heiden Tuning Oil Filter Kit for my XS-2 (see link below), and looking for feedback. Thanks in advance! https://www.heidentuning.com/xs650-shop/engine/lubrication-oil-pumps-filters-gaskets-fittings/oil-filter-kit-heiden-tuning-design-new-detail.html Also would like imput on this...

Thanks for all the comments!