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Topic: 2 into 1 intake... who's done it? |
weekendrider
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Forum: Fuel Posted: December 30, 2009, 2:06 am Subject: Re: 2 into 1 intake... who's done it? |
www.xs650chopper.com/2...treme-650/
www.650motorcycles.com/UJ.html
http://xs650temp.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=Fuel&action=display&thread=12282&page=1
There are numerous threads on several ... |
Topic: too rich? |
weekendrider
Replies: 7
Views: 7488
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Forum: Fuel Posted: December 30, 2009, 2:01 am Subject: Re: too rich? |
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Topic: too rich? |
weekendrider
Replies: 7
Views: 7488
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Forum: Fuel Posted: December 30, 2009, 1:41 am Subject: Re: too rich? |
jayel covered the timing, for carbs this is kinda like the bible.
http://www.amckayltd.com/carbguide.pdf
(psst don't tell anyone, the link is in the vault) |
Topic: It was a crappy job butt............ |
weekendrider
Replies: 11
Views: 7397
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: December 29, 2009, 11:43 am Subject: Re: It was a crappy job butt............ |
Looks to be alot of fun grinder. |
Topic: what oil and new oil filter? |
weekendrider
Replies: 3
Views: 4346
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Forum: Engine Posted: December 29, 2009, 1:36 am Subject: Re: what oil and new oil filter? |
Both are brass screen filters and reusable if in good condition.
You might consider the epoxy fix (sump filter) while you have it out. If it isn't torn it is a matter of time. |
Topic: Current financial crisis |
weekendrider
Replies: 1223
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: December 28, 2009, 10:19 am Subject: Re: Current financial crisis |
[quote="Srinath"]No one uses motorcycles to commute.
Srinath.[/quote]
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Topic: Using electrolysis on a rusty tank..or whatever |
weekendrider
Replies: 9
Views: 8969
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Forum: Fuel Posted: December 27, 2009, 3:30 pm Subject: Re: Using electrolysis on a rusty tank..or whatever |
danno a battery charger is used. Several have done threads on their variation of the method. Links are in the vault. |
Topic: What could cause this problem? pic inside |
weekendrider
Replies: 16
Views: 8623
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Forum: Drive Posted: December 22, 2009, 12:37 pm Subject: Re: What could cause this problem? pic inside |
Yes you should be able to disengage the clutch without the motor running.
If you can't the clutch plates are probably frozen together. Not uncommon for these bikes when left parked extended periods. ... |
Topic: What could cause this problem? pic inside |
weekendrider
Replies: 16
Views: 8623
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Forum: Drive Posted: December 22, 2009, 3:51 am Subject: Re: What could cause this problem? pic inside |
Excessive slack or a popped chain. Get the replacement from Mikes along with a seal and bushing. Tips for replacement in the vault or on Mikes site under Tech Tips.
Nice Bike. |
Topic: Putting motor back into frame |
weekendrider
Replies: 8
Views: 5801
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Forum: Frames Posted: December 18, 2009, 1:23 pm Subject: Re: Putting motor back into frame |
I've used the left side. Looks wasn't an issue so no real "care" preventions. I suppose the left side could be removed for paints sake.
Maybe a blanket over the blocks? |
Topic: Has anyone tried soda blasting wire wheels and hubs? |
weekendrider
Replies: 9
Views: 7709
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Forum: Drive Posted: December 18, 2009, 12:34 pm Subject: Re: Has anyone tried soda blasting wire wheels and hubs? |
I ran a a case guard through an industrail wheelabrator 3 times and it didn't get all the chrome off. The chrome was harder than I thought. Steel shot medium and 200 psi. |
Topic: Need exhaust system |
weekendrider
Replies: 3
Views: 4389
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Forum: Performance Parts Posted: December 18, 2009, 3:33 am Subject: Re: Need exhaust system |
On [url=http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/78-YAMAHA-XS-650-FULL-EXHAUST-HEADER-AFTER-MARKET_W0QQitemZ250549945430QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotorcycles_Parts_Accessories?hash=item3a55f0c456] ebay[color=red][/col ... |
Topic: Hand fatigue |
weekendrider
Replies: 10
Views: 7362
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: December 17, 2009, 12:14 pm Subject: Re: Hand fatigue |
BG4D, I use the Vista Cruise control. |
Topic: simple question about carbs |
weekendrider
Replies: 17
Views: 6824
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: December 17, 2009, 12:08 pm Subject: Re: simple question about carbs |
The motor is not isolated from the frame. It bolts directly to the frame at the motormounts so is grounded(self earthed) and doesn't really need a jump strap to make the ground. |
Topic: Rephase questions. |
weekendrider
Replies: 13
Views: 9337
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Forum: Engine Posted: December 10, 2009, 3:51 am Subject: Re: Rephase questions. |
re: the oil pump john gives a great breakdown [url=http://650rider.com/index.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=9266&highlight=oil+pump] [color=red]here[/color] |
Topic: carb holders |
weekendrider
Replies: 29
Views: 22005
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Forum: Fuel Posted: December 8, 2009, 1:57 pm Subject: Re: carb holders |
Srinath have you looked at the angle of the boot? It may not allow things to line up.
As far as failing or not don't we need to remember it isn't the boots(material) that has changed it's the fuel.
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Topic: Last ride for 2009 |
weekendrider
Replies: 7
Views: 3683
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: December 8, 2009, 1:45 pm Subject: Last ride for 2009 |
At least the last organized ride. Dec. 6 2009 Springfield, MO Toys for Tots.
The morning started at 26ยบ, overcast with a slight breeze. The type of morning you can only really enjoy from the inside. ... |
Topic: WTB xs 650 chopper parts |
weekendrider
Replies: 4
Views: 4251
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Forum: A place to clean out your garage - Give Aways Posted: December 6, 2009, 11:44 pm Subject: Re: WTB xs 650 chopper parts |
'82 was the only painted fenders I believe. |
Topic: Sofala |
weekendrider
Replies: 5
Views: 3393
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: November 30, 2009, 9:48 am Subject: Re: Sofala |
Wally what roads did you ride? Or are you local and just kickin it downtown? The road that leaves 86 and runs into Sofala then turns north and meets with 86 again looks like a nice ride. Hope the dust ... |
Topic: Steering Disassemmbly |
weekendrider
Replies: 3
Views: 3478
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Forum: Frames Posted: November 28, 2009, 11:20 pm Subject: Re: Steering Disassemmbly |
If only a few inchs would removing the tops of the risers, and sliding the forks up work? |
Topic: justa joke (not m/c related) |
weekendrider
Replies: 169
Views: 86505
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: November 24, 2009, 12:54 pm Subject: Re: justa joke (not m/c related) |
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Topic: looking for 1980 chain tensioner |
weekendrider
Replies: 2
Views: 3343
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Forum: A place to clean out your garage - Give Aways Posted: November 23, 2009, 10:04 am Subject: Re: looking for 1980 chain tensioner |
Part #341-25389-00-00? Does it have to be shiny? If yes and no, pm your address. |
Topic: simple question about carbs |
weekendrider
Replies: 17
Views: 6824
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: November 23, 2009, 9:50 am Subject: Re: simple question about carbs |
Take your fuel line off the petcock to see if it is leaking. Could be off ain't off. |
Topic: Help with connecting link |
weekendrider
Replies: 6
Views: 4442
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Forum: Drive Posted: November 18, 2009, 3:37 am Subject: Re: Help with connecting link |
you're welcome : ) |
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