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    Chain hits swingarm - What would you do?

    Hi guys, I have been building a project off and on for a year now, and getting very close to that first ride. However, just like any project with a fair amount of mods/fabriaction, you are sure to run into something that doesn't fit. A little background: The bike is a 81 XS 650 Special...
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    Headlight Wiring...Converting to R6 controls...need HELP!

    Hi all, I've been wrenching on this bike (pics below - 79 XS 650) for a while now, as time permits. I am just in the final stages of getting some fiberglass work done, and make sure I get all the wiring figured out before breaking her down for some paint and powdercoating. Here is...
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    Kill Switch Question (using MikesXS harness)

    Hi all, I am currently putting together the wiring on a cafe project I've been working on this winter, and USUALLY, I am pretty good with wiring...but struggling a bit with this one. I bought a MikesXS harness they recommended based on my VIN. I think I have a 1980 XS SP2 (if that helps)...
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    Mono Shock Question

    Hi all, I am currently in the process of building a '79 XS650 project bike...and honestly, I have no idea if this will end up more like a bobber or cafe. One of the things I know I will want on this bike is a mono rear shock. At this time, I have modified the frame to be a close reseblance...
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    Gauge Faces

    Hi there, Found this forum a few weeks ago, after buying an xs650 project...and this place is a goldmine! So much good info. Just based on what I could find on the site, I am already mid-way through a Fazer brake upgrade. One item I do want to do, but can't find a source, is put on some...
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