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Thanks, I lucked out and found a new one. Probably paid too much, but it's worth it.

Looking for a tach.... must be in pristine condition. No sun damage. I know it a long shot, but going to be used on the show bike. Thanks

I cleaned up a busted fin on an old FJ600 with a Dremil, just smoothed it out, looked ok after it was all done.

It seems again...when I go to the Canadian XS Direct to order parts, they are "out of stock".... Any chance one of the US members can help me out. Looking to order two stock air cleaners to fit my 1978 XS650SE. I do not want to go after market as the bike is stock and only goes to shows...

I ran Dyna beads on my BMW F800 dual sport. Put the beads in the tube, 1 small bag in the front and 1 large in the back. ( they are sold as a set, 2 bags, the applicator and instructions.) I would suggest they work well and would use them again, however I prefer static balance, as I have a...

I could be easily convinced to change out the stock pipes on my XS Special.

I used Caswell's on my last tank repair. The 1967 Honda CD125 I just picked up had a tank from hell. The rust was 1/8" thick in places. Using the "battery charger trick, I learned from the forum brought the tank back to life. (Thanks to the easy follow instructions) Caswell's is a two part...

Thanks again for the generous offer. The timing is great, as I have the gas tank off to repair a leaking fuel tap. Much appreciated

Thanks Pete, sent you a PM. Now I have to go stop a fuel leak.... the bike is wearing out sitting in the shed...LOL

Can anyone help me out. Trying to order a coil, 17-6822, the one required for a PAMCO Pete Ignition, from XS650 Direct, it's out of stock. (Has been for 8 months and does not look like they trying to get any.) I can't order from the US, Mike's XS will not ship to Canada. Is there another...

I recently aquired a 1967 Honda CD125 twin. An extremely rare bike and not too many places for parts. The tank is in pretty rough shape, taken a cup of rust out and now started the electrolysis and sofar the process is working fine. Will post some photos some.

I use Dyna Beads. Have them in front tire of my BMW F800GS. An easy system to use and they work well.

Attached is a photo of an unmolested 1978 XS650 SE, (other than a Mikes Oil Cooler)

I saw a 78 Special on Ebay today, in sad shape I might add. I wish I had the time, space and money to open a rescue shelter for all the XS650's out there that deserve a better home. ps: I managed to get around the insurance issue last summer. My XS is now classified as Vintage, and I was able...

Well it's time to say Good Bye to this one..... an offer (over $4000) has come along that I cannot say no to. I am probably giving up one of the finest specimens of an un-molested XS Special left today. Time to move on to another project. This XS was entered into two show-n-shines last...

I am 57, been riding since 1967..... first ride ever was on a Honda 65. Last ride, two weeks ago on Maui on 2010 Heritage Softail....can't wait till the snow melts here.

Thanks Gents...with the information I have gathered this bike will not fit into the show and shines next to this: (I wish I had kept my 78 XS750, it was almost as nice as the XS650.

Thanks for the information. I have cruzed Ebay looking for parts and there seems to be an abundance of most everything I will need. My only real concern is can I unload this bike after I am finished cleaning it up. With 3 bikes in the shed now, I am walking fine line with Mrs. Backroader...

Might close a deal on a 1977 XS 750.... Who has one and can you offer some pointers. The bike is silver and in good condition. I would give it a "6" when comparing it 6to my XS650 se. This unit is classified as a touring modle with luggage, tail rack and crash bars front and rear. The owner...

Update on Show N Shine held today in Winnipeg The XS placed Second in the Classics.....to a 1931 Indian...( my friend Dave brought out the big guns to win this one) Over 50 bikes in 3 categories....Sport, Custom and Classic. Will post photos when I get back from my 10 day dual sport ride...