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  1. Hitndahedfred

    Installed a new LED headlight bulb,Results!

    ============================================================= Since I am NOT running a battery or a cap I would love to give it a try. PM me and I will even pay to have it shipped. Will then report back here if it works fine or not on my setup. Been thinking about trying one for a while.
  2. Hitndahedfred

    Installed a new LED headlight bulb,Results!

    I recently went to a rear LED also. It was a plug and play for the 1157 that I kept breaking filaments on. The only thing is that it "flashes" at low rpm instead of just being dim. At 2000 rpm its twice as bright on both the tail light and brake light circuits. Gonna try an LED for the front too...
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    Hi - Lo light and horn switches

    Thanks Fred,,, I just ordered this one from Dennis Kirk. https://www.denniskirk.com/217861.sku?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cse&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkYWEjo-01gIVl7jACh0OGg6sEAkYASABEgKhM_D_BwE&ad=46766398717 All that it is used for is front light and horn. Should have it by Friday so I can ride...
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    Hi - Lo light and horn switches

    When I got mine from Lowbrow,, I got what was on sale and it fried. Nothing against them,,, it was only a 16 dollar switch. But I am curious at to what you other custom guys are using on your chops. All I need is the hi - lo and horn,,, Getting confused by the choices and thought I would ask the...
  5. Hitndahedfred

    Time for new tires,,, What are you all running?

    Looking like Shinko appears to be the popular brand. I do have a Shinko on the rear now and I really do like it. It came with the rear wheel setup I got from Gary. Very pleased with that tire. Gonna start shopping them now I guess. Any tips on where the best buys are at?
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    How do you know when you've become an Old Fart?

    OH HELL YES !!!!
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    How do you know when you've become an Old Fart?

    Oh how I hate this one,, lmao
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    Time for new tires,,, What are you all running?

    Getting ready to get new tires for the chop,,and thought I would ask the gallery what they like,,run and why. Looking for grippy,, not too soft,,5000 miles of life is ok,,good in rain. Front and rears will be replaced.
  9. Hitndahedfred

    Social media to resolve XS issues

    The issue I have with social media is the huge amount of false and mis-information that people just spread in order to be the "first" to get it "out there". I ALWAYS do diligence when reading anything that may have any impact on life as we know it. Whether its legal or financial,,, whatever you...
  10. Hitndahedfred

    XS Physical Therapy

    Hey now,,,, I wear orthopedics,,, insoles,,,hehheh I don't look my age and I sure don't act it,,, Have most of my hair n teeth,,,don't need a walker or a cane. Work 7 days a week doing my job or taking care of the place,, got a 3 acre yard and a 170 year old house to maintain. Ya GOTTA stay bust...
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    How do you know when you've become an Old Fart?

    You tell the kids that you remember TV going off the air at 11pm,, HUH,,,,,WHAT !!,,,,,NO WAYYYY !!!!
  12. Hitndahedfred

    Whats your weather right now?

    78F and sunny,,, like 30% humidity. Today anyway... Rode to work,,was a tad chilly tho. Might be time to get some leathers.
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    For Sale - Speakeasy motors see through tappet covers

    DAMN,,,, If I didn't have other stuff to get,,, I would be all over this. NICE STUFF
  14. Hitndahedfred

    Sold / Found / Inactive - SOLD Tons of XS650 parts, including 2 engines $200

    Hehhehheh,,, I saw this on CC too,,,,and replied that I wish you were closer. This is a good deal guys
  15. Hitndahedfred

    Wanted - Still looking for a small speedo and cable.

    Still in the market for a small,,,2.5" or so,,, speedo and matching cable. Trying to be cheap,,, as always and not paying 130.00 for a new set from one of the big vendors. I prefer to buy from small merchants or individuals. ANYONE??? Thanks all
  16. Hitndahedfred

    carbs problem? with velocity stacks

    I tried stacks on my bike,,, gave up trying to get it ro run the way I wanted,, And I did many jet changes. Now I am running a K&N conical pod. Runs great. Besides you will need to run screens/foam on the stacks anyway to keep errant airborne things from getting sucked in. So even they are cool...
  17. Hitndahedfred

    That mix adjustment screw.

    ================================================================ MY experience with it is this. On a VM34 I was experiencing mid throttle "skipping" it wasn't ignition. So I added another 1/2 turn out on this adjustment,,,, half throttle skip disappeared. I'm NOT exactly sure what this...
  18. Hitndahedfred

    Clutch Adjustment Woes

    ======================================================================== Before doing anything that anyone suggests. Have you reset everything to nil? I mean,, have you threaded in your perch adjustment? have you released the adjustment on the sideplate to free/no pressure? I went through this...
  19. Hitndahedfred

    from the west, to the east, and back again.

    Yep,,, its one of my bucket list items. Do it old school,,, on my XS,, hardtailed. It rides very well and should make the trip just fine. Not looking to break any records,, scenic routes,,away from major highways if possible. We should be able to have people from here available too if something...
  20. Hitndahedfred

    from the west, to the east, and back again.

    ===================================================== DUDE !!!! You should try and come with me next summer. I wanna ride from Pa. to Seattle and return. Wanna go??? I KNOW you do,,,,, Lets do it.
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