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    Engine Build thread!

    @Jan_P keeping my finger crossed that this bike cooperates all the way through, luckily there’s a heap of information available for these machines 🤞 A modern bike probably would have been the easier route especially for my first bike, but I fell in love with these bikes and honestly have no...
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    Engine Build thread!

    I just realized I’ve been looking at your build for a lot of info haha, did you order direct from vesrah?
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    Engine Build thread!

    Yes, chain tensioner, and chain are going to be replaced. Thanks for the info on the gearing, I’ll be sure to run it that way! I have most of the stock system except for the pickup and stator housing, which is why I was leaning towards a PMA system. I could completely replace the charging...
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    Engine Build thread!

    Hey everybody! Rebuilding an XS650 motor this winter (I’ll post updates here as much as I can), here’s my tentative build list so far. Anything I’m missing?
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    For Sale - Boat Load of PARTS -- Motivated Seller!

    Hey Fella sent you a message !
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    What have you done to your XS today?

    Very cool! Looking forward to the final product 👍
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    Other Hobbies/Interests

    I can hope! My girls haven’t been too interested, but my little guy is 2 so machines are his favourite
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    Other Hobbies/Interests

    After becoming a father at 18, I didn’t get much time for hobbies haha. I finally pulled the trigger on a bike this year (hence my presence here) I also finally got back into fishing last year, which to my delight my kids also enjoy! Don’t have time for much else, it’s awesome to see some very...
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    “Performance valve springs”

    Original plan was the Kibblewhite valves, shell cam, and oversized pistons. But nearly 1k just for valves/springs/guides was pretty damning for my budget 😅 the R/D springs, and stainless valves were included in a box when I bought the bike, so lucky me I guess !
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    “Performance valve springs”

    Awesome thanks !
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    What have you done to your XS today?

    looking through my many boxes of parts. Found a set of R/D springs, stainless valves, and guides 😊 my wallet is very happy !
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    “Performance valve springs”

    I have a set of R/D springs and stainless “performance” valves, would they be a good combo with a shell #1 regrind and 1.5mm over (700cc) pistons ? Also should I be replacing the rockers regardless of the condition?
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    What have you done to your XS today?

    That is essentially what I was thinking at this stage. Double check all my clearances, clean everything really well, new pistons, re-seal and give it a whirl! I was able to find a ‘71 motor with some decent parts hanging off of it that may end up following me home 🤷‍♂️ but I am hopeful with what...
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    What have you done to your XS today?

    Finally got around to pulling some more stuff apart, the shavings are not magnetic, and there is some rubber/plastic chunks inside. The sump filter had some similar debris. Here is how the cylinders, pistons and underside of the head look. I should mention the motor turns freely, and the valves...
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    For Sale - **PRICE CHANGE** 1980 Full blown basket case, some assembly required

    Hey, I would be interested in anything engine/ignition/charging system related, as well as the zx6 goodies! If you are still willing to separate, shoot me a message and we can discuss 👍
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    What have you done to your XS today?

    Seems to be mostly aluminum, a little bit sticks but not much
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    What have you done to your XS today?

    I’ll grab a picture today, but it was a significant amount of shavings unfortunately. I’m not 100% sure if it was alloy or steel to be honest.
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    What have you done to your XS today?

    Pulled my oil filter on the side of the motor found a pile of shavings 🥲 Now I get to learn how to rebuild one of these bad boys !
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