The Phantom
XS650 Enthusiast
11/77 (edit by GG) manufacturing date. This se has been stored since 1985. 12,000 original miles. I kicked it over 2 times, then engine would not move. I backed up the engine, pulled the right exhaust pipe and saw the exhaust valve was gone but the stem was still in the head under spring pressure. Are these interference engines? I have no idea if the valve scored chamber, piston, head. The bike is new to me. All engine mount bolts are now loose, will pull the engine tomorrow.
I would appreciate some experience and expertise here/ in the future.
I would appreciate some experience and expertise here/ in the future.
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