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XS650 Addict
I have a few noobie questions so instead of creating a thread for each I'll just lump them together since (I know) they're easy questions for you pro's to answer or point me to a thread that I've missed which would have answered my question.
1- Front MC: I read in the MC DIY thread in tech section that they don't suggest replacing one brake part without redoing the entire brake system. I bought the Mikesxs front MC to replace the ugly stock ones on my xs650se. I will eventually be going stainless steel brake lines next spring. So should I hold off doing a front MC change until I have the SS parts to change them all together?
2- Electrical: I'd really love to get into the electrical connections and pop them open and clean replace whatever needs updating. But when I look at the connectors I have no idea how to open them without destroying them. What's the trick?
3- Tires: If you look at my album in my signature, I think I have spoke wheels? I had the tires changed and the guy said there's a tube in your tire. Do you want to keep it or not? I said it's prob not important, throw it away. After reading a few tire threads I still have not got the answer to my situation which is "Is it ok to ride tubeless on spoke wheels?" My wheels do not show any markings that say safe for tubeless. Btw, this is my gf's bike and she's not going over 60 mph or taking any crazy turns.
4- Valve covers: PO put some white sealer on all the valve covers. Sealed them all tight. I don't think that's recommended, and now how do I unseal them?
5- Rust: every once in a while I come upon some rusty parts. I've used many products and want to know what you guys use for your rusty parts. I've tried white vinegar, CLR, Tymes cold parts cleaner, and the best that's worked for me is CLR.