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I’ve sanded multiple areas where either the paint blistered or chipped. blistering as a result of gas dripping. So the sanding took care of borders where the paint meets metals. The highs and lows. so surfaces are now flush. What I could use is some advice with what can I clean the oils, etc...

Not sure if there is a list for this On here, or anywhere. I've noticed a main issue is card setup. If not the most requested inquiry. Would it be a benefit to have a suggested starting point diagram of every scenario dealing with what size, set point, etc. when it comes to jetting, mix screws...

Going through a set of carbs from a 78. Has a Z6 needle jet. Stock is a Z2. The Z6 origin was in 73 and 74. They look the same from pics except the oring placement. Don't know what effect it creates by leaving them in there. Only mods I've done is pods and 2 into 1 exhaust. Still has a 135 main...

Installed a complete cdi ignition kit from Hugh's Hand Built. Went batteryless using Sparx capacitor. As far as components I'm only running a 55/60 h4 headlight, brake lights, electric tach and speedo, horn. No kill switch, power on/off button. Anyway everything was working for a couple of...

I realize there are plenty of wiring diagrams already available on here but I'm pretty sure I have a reason to feel like I need to go with something different. Mainly because I installed Hughs Handbuilt newer CDI kit. Because he got to a point where he had excessive amounts of inquiries as how...

I am very exited about this setup and in process of install. I chose this kit w/ confidence and and what I consider enough research w/ my intensions. That being said, if you plan on purchasing same kit I would advise you to ask for the length of the wires coming off of the stator to be exetended...

Going to install Hugh's complete CDI system w/ Sparx capacitor. Want to start over w/ wiring, like getting rid of harness and since I won't have a battery I just need lights to all that's needed, would like to have key starting, no indicator lights. Kickstart only, obviously.

Bike is 78 Special. Wouldn't start. I went thru the bike but didnt check the digital ignition set up. Have been using Boyer Bransden ignition for awhile. Ignition unit got beat to death rattling against frame according to a mechanic I used because I gave up. He replaced w/ same set up. I was...

Replaced w/ new Ferrodo disc w/ stiffer springs 14% increase, and new HD clutch cable from 650 Central. Used Diesel motor oil in case. It's not releasing gradually. Soon as it has any contact it grabs and makes full contact and lundges. So it's very jerky obviously. Makes a dull squeeling sound...

Did upgrade on front forks. Emulators and springs. Started this months ago. Not remembering where I got this along the way during dismantle. having problems getting pic to show up. http://www.xs650.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=62061&stc=1&d=1458512266

Did the drilling suggested to the upper hole in fork damper from Mintons Mods. I'm plugging it up and redrilling to the stock hole size. Anyone know what that is?

Have spent the last few months screwing around w/ how I was going to go about getting forks dialed in by what I could afford. Been on every thread for at least a 1/2 dozen forums getting everyones take on it. Called a few manuf. and spoke to techs like Race Tech, Ikon, SSA, Progressive, and a...

Have plan to do Minton Mod for drilling of dampers rods in F.forks. My Clymer manual isn't much help in my opinion as to start to finish of dissassembly. So I did find a video on Youtube that was helpful. I've had them apart in the past but I didn't want to do any uneccessary work. Anyway I'm...

I've had a couple of copies w/ the red n white tank bike w/out rider on the cover. Anyone know if the other 2 w/ different covers have anymore or less to them? Looks like one has color. I could see where that would help w/ wiring diagrams if that were the case.

I've spoke briefly w/ Klaus about YSS and after I gave some specs on buke he suggested Eco line which is gas, ok. I said "Isn't that going to be stiffer than Hydralic?" He said no. I was also in contact w/ Icon about the 7610 Basix which is hydralic. I'm light and my XS weighs 420 and I just...

Been getting a lot of help w/ this issue and my dampers. One of you mentioned something about figuring out what springs you have (rears). I had a conversation going w/ Progressive and left all data I could think of but I think he's through w/ me. I have the wt., I.D., rod thickness, length and a...

Last owner ('07) told me rears were Progressive. It must be the springs only because I called them, Prog. and they said the numbers I gave them meant nothing to them. There is a larger no. 1253 above a smaller no. M2232B. Below that, Made in Mexico. I never asked about the springs because...

Can't tell what doesn't seem right. Checked everything at least twice. Worm, ball bearings, correct adj. at nut w/ screw, washers and their alignment before replacing large nut. I noticed there was a 1/2" of play in cable before I made any adjust. Well I did something I haven't heard of or read...

Took motor to mech. for top end leak. Says no leak but he took it on himself to advancetiming. After replacing motor it won't start. It's a 78 motor w/ Branson Ign.