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  1. Mannyroad

    URGENT HELP to source electric ignition for rephased motor

    Hi Guys, Well, 2024 is turning out to be a bitch of a year so far. Been scammed twice at over £200 a pop, various motorcycle related disappointments and now something MUCH more worrying. OK, well, I own an XS650 street scrambler, with 750 big bore, 270 rephased motor, running a Probe...
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    XS650SF - removal of light checker, RLU & Safety Relay

    Hi All, Ok, so I've acquired an XS650F (established through the patience and help from numerous members - thanks) that I need to get MOT'd before registering it in the UK. I've sorted most of the issues out with the bike, like getting the indicators/turn signals to work, fitting a front brake...
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    XS650F carb removal.

    Hi, I've just acquired a 'barn find' imported XS650f that I need to get prepped for an MOT to get the bike UK registered. The bike hasn't run for a good while, so the battery is toast and the carbs will need a good clean, so my job at the mo is the carbs. The bike has the OEM airboxes on it and...
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    Rear drum brake alternative.

    Hi, I have an XS650 custom street scrambler which was built up with an Sr500 rear drum brake, presumably because the builder couldn't obtain an XS drum brake. The problem with this setup is that, even with an 18T front sprocket, the bike is under-geared. I've made a 38t rear sprocket, which is...
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    Newbie from over the pond.

    Hi Guys, As the thread says I'm new here, and from the UK. Looking forward to taking part in this forum and seeing what you guys are building/doing with your XS's. Just acquired an XS 650 - well, 270 degree rephased 750cc Street Scrambler styled bike tbh - bought from a pal in Australia (engine...
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