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    For Sale - TX650 1973 (In Australia)

    Hi guys, Trying to sell my TX650 here in Australia. Located in Newcastle, NSW. If you know anyone who might be keen let me know. Negotiable on price, just need it gone.
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    Lazy Exhaust/Rejetting Question

    Hi guys, 1973 TX650, stock exhaust system, stock carbs, stock air filters and air boxes. I have searched the forum and read most of the threads on rejetting after putting on a new exhaust. I want to replace my stock '73 exhaust baffles with something different. I plan on keeping the...
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    1973 Restoration Story (yes, with pictures)

    Before you read on, this isn't one of those threads where you will marvel at any craftsmanship, just an opportunity for me to tell the story of my XS over the last six months. I'm posting this thread retrospectively for anyone who might like a read. I picked up this '73 about six months ago...
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    1970-1976 brake master cylinder question

    My master cylinder leaks from the bottom of the threaded cap if the bars aren't dead straight, should there be an o ring at the bottom of the threads? And if so, what size and thickness is the o ring? Thanks
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    For Sale - 1974-1978 Seat CHEAP!

    Not trying to make a bunch of money on this, just want it out of my shed as I don't need it. Perfect for an Australian XS owner that wants a perfect condition seat. $100 plus postage on your coin or pick-up.
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    Help me identify/troubleshoot these carbs

    Hey guys, running a 1973 with stock pipes and air filters and (I think) stock carbs. I didn't trust my RHS carb because it had a broken and repaired float post. Asked a local guru if he had any carbs for a 1973 and he sent me one, issue is, it doesn't have the two tubes that feed fuel...
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    Running Rich/Flooding/Choke Issues

    Hey guys, I'll keep this as succinct as possible. I'll give as much information as possible in chronological order. This is my first motorbike, ever. Two months ago I bought a 1973 TX650, with Mikuni BS38 original carbs. The bike was half-converted into a cafe racer and was never ridden and...
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    Needle Jet O Ring Mikuni BS38 CV

    Hey guys, my very first motorbike, a 1973 tx650, was feeling brave so decided to rebuild the carbs. Wish I didn't in hindsight but here I am. Have had them out 15 times in the last week trying to sort this and finally got the bike running nicely. My only question is, the o ring on the needle...
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    King Queen Seats

    Hi guys, posting from Australia. Just got a 1973 TX650 and going to do the funny chopper look. I want to fit a king-queen seat, happy to do some minor welding/fab if need be. Anyone got any they want to sell? I know a lot of people didn't like this look back in the day, surely there are some...
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