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Eureka! Thank you Jan_P!!! Once I started, going through the form again, looking for issues with the CHARGE XS electronic ignition… I stumbled across the thread that mentioned having to widen the adjustment range on the flange. While running an external battery (another Jan_P recommendation)...

XS charge question? Should the rotor be flush with the sending unit? My rotor sticks out 4mm, enough to see the edge of the magnets… I’m thinking that’s not correct…

I checked rotor markings with piston TDC. I will try the battery instead of a capacitor and see if that helps! I’ll report my findings! Thank you!

I cleaned the advance mechanism. I lubed the shaft and bushings and make sure that everything moves freely. Any other thoughts?

A quick picture of the project…

The electronic ignition module is set to the middle of the range per the manufacturers installation instructions.

How can I check the timing with a strobe if it won’t start?

Oh great wizards of the XS 650 community, I humbly ask your assistance. I have spent hours pouring over threads, trying to find nuggets of knowledge which may leave me in the right direction. .. I have a 1975XS 650 with a 1977 engine. Bought it in boxes two decades ago. Finally got it together...