That points to rings / bore being worn.
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Let's See The XS's
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Fingerscrossed
XS650 Addict
Ah sorry, typing error - I meant 'no' compression increase
I just turned my calendar to August. The featured bike really catches my eye.
Turn the page.
Timely reminder, great featured bike.
Bountiful
XS650 Enthusiast
Work in progress…
Before & After shots I had saved after completing the single seat fab.
New battlax, fork brace to steady the front end after I removed the 2nd brake disc rotor set up -fully serviced caliper, Hel braided line with Ducati monster brembo master cylinder -very satisfied with this brake upgrade.
LSL lower (a little wider than stock) bars.
I must get round to dropping the forks through the trees by around 10mm to bring the bike level with my lower seat position, however new rear shocks may dictate this decision depending on what I go for.
Before & After shots I had saved after completing the single seat fab.
New battlax, fork brace to steady the front end after I removed the 2nd brake disc rotor set up -fully serviced caliper, Hel braided line with Ducati monster brembo master cylinder -very satisfied with this brake upgrade.
LSL lower (a little wider than stock) bars.
I must get round to dropping the forks through the trees by around 10mm to bring the bike level with my lower seat position, however new rear shocks may dictate this decision depending on what I go for.
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Love the black and white, really shows off the shine.
eidemaddin
XS650 Addict
Not mine, but my close friend's European B model. I'm not sure about the color (Spanish Burgundy), but there are a few differences to the American version. Less visible, it also had the first "European" Tait frame with an additional connecting tube under the front engine mount
What a beautiful bike!View attachment 334835
Not mine, but my close friend's European B model. I'm not sure about the color (Spanish Burgundy), but there are a few differences to the American version. Less visible, it also had the first "European" Tait frame with an additional connecting tube under the front engine mount
eidemaddin
XS650 Addict
Thanks, I'll let him know Another difference that isn't immediately visible is that the front rim is 2.15 inches wide as a standard, just like the rear one.
Another difference that isn't immediately visible is that the front rim is 2.15 inches wide as a standard, just like the rear one.
Is that tail light correct? It looks like it came from a dirt bike. Otherwise, what a great looking m/c.
I LOVE that colour !View attachment 334835
Not mine, but my close friend's European B model. I'm not sure about the color (Spanish Burgundy), but there are a few differences to the American version. Less visible, it also had the first "European" Tait frame with an additional connecting tube under the front engine mount
Probably correct tail light, I have a 1981 DT175 and the tail light is exactly the same as an 1980 XS650. Skull or 5 twins will know.
eidemaddin
XS650 Addict
Yes, the taillight is correct, at least for Switzerland, Italy, Austria and Germany. We nicknamed it “Cloverleaf” and it was standard on the XS650 from 1970 to 1978. To my knowledge the other European countries had the round one and GB again had its own shape. Not original for Germany is the short rear fender, which had to be long at the time due to silly regulations
Headlight and holders are here from a SE, which i think suits her very well.
beautiful bike.View attachment 334835
Not mine, but my close friend's European B model. I'm not sure about the color (Spanish Burgundy), but there are a few differences to the American version. Less visible, it also had the first "European" Tait frame with an additional connecting tube under the front engine mount
Yes the Euro 75 had a lot of differences. Tank Decal, front braking system with the twin disk set up, (small rotors), and the front fork lowers are Euro specific and they are swapped over, (side to side), compared to the US, and other countries, models with the Axle nut on the left instead of the right Then there is the engine, (533) internals and taillightShame your friend isn't a member, the bike would make an excellent calendar candidate. Have to be a member before the calendar nomination thread is posted
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eidemaddin
XS650 Addict
Thanks, I'll tell him, I'm sure he'll be happy about it. Maybe that's an incentive to become a member
Pardon my ignorance? But what are the differences in the 533 series engine as opposed to the Canadian or US spec ones ?beautiful bike.
Shame your friend isn't a member, the bike would make an excellent calendar candidate. Have to be a member before the calendar nomination thread is posted
Thanks in advance!
eidemaddin
XS650 Addict
The 447 engine primarily has shorter connecting rods (130mm) and thinner crank pins (26mm) than the European 533 engine (140mm and 29mm). Accordingly, the pistons are also designed differently.
