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Topic: Would like some thoughts on this.. |
highspeedhamish
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: December 26, 2009, 4:11 pm Subject: Re: Would like some thoughts on this.. |
Before everyone pee's all over the DR take a moment to decide yourself what kind of riding your after. Obviously the DR is meant to go places your XS can never go. The DR's are quite reliable and part ... |
Topic: What could cause this problem? pic inside |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 16
Views: 8623
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Forum: Drive Posted: December 22, 2009, 2:46 am Subject: Re: What could cause this problem? pic inside |
Ya I counted the teeth (17) but that doesnt mean the PO didnt change the gearing once in its lifetime. Considering its a one piece rod vs two , to me that would mean someone did some mods.
Like Ear ... |
Topic: What could cause this problem? pic inside |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 16
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Forum: Drive Posted: December 22, 2009, 12:03 am Subject: Re: What could cause this problem? pic inside |
Could be an oversized sprocket was used (looks like it) and the PO bent the rod out of the way. I say bent because there are no gash marks on it. Also, the originals were 2 pieces not one. The sprocke ... |
Topic: screen name whats yours mean |
highspeedhamish
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: December 20, 2009, 2:45 am Subject: Re: screen name whats yours mean |
Hamish is my real name in Gaelic (James), when I used to race back in the late 90's my mechanic/friend at the local shop called me HighSpeedHamish all the time... it stuck since.
Hamish in Gaelic m ... |
Topic: machine shop |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 28
Views: 21749
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: December 18, 2009, 10:10 pm Subject: Re: machine shop |
[quote="650skull"]Main bearing for the crank and hurry up :lol:[/quote]
Just punch in this part number..... and click search. Mine's on its way.
93306-30604-00
http://216.168.60.165/speedand ... |
Topic: My 80 XS650 Project - First Motorcycle - Period |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 70
Views: 50560
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Forum: Did you say Bob? No I said Bobber! Posted: December 13, 2009, 8:33 pm Subject: Re: My 80 XS650 Project - First Motorcycle - Period |
[quote="royfisk"]What bearing are you looking for? I can get any bearing out there just need the number off the old one.[/quote]
koyo DG3078AN-9
This bearing was made only for Yamaha. Its very o ... |
Topic: My 80 XS650 Project - First Motorcycle - Period |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 70
Views: 50560
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Forum: Did you say Bob? No I said Bobber! Posted: December 13, 2009, 5:41 pm Subject: Re: My 80 XS650 Project - First Motorcycle - Period |
OMFG I FOUND BEARINGS!!!
These guys claim to have 21 in stock.
http://216.168.60.165/speedandsportinc/index.tpl
And I found a new one also on ebay and put a massive bid on it.
PART# 93306 ... |
Topic: My 80 XS650 Project - First Motorcycle - Period |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 70
Views: 50560
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Forum: Did you say Bob? No I said Bobber! Posted: December 12, 2009, 2:12 am Subject: Re: My 80 XS650 Project - First Motorcycle - Period |
6307? The Mikes part is listed as B6306 C3 arent all 6306's all 72 mm?
I thought the major difference with the special version is the thicker outer race, the locating pin hole and the snap ring?
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Topic: My 80 XS650 Project - First Motorcycle - Period |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 70
Views: 50560
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Forum: Did you say Bob? No I said Bobber! Posted: December 12, 2009, 2:11 am Subject: Re: My 80 XS650 Project - First Motorcycle - Period |
wrong post? site skipped me to the wrong catergory. |
Topic: My 80 XS650 Project - First Motorcycle - Period |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 70
Views: 50560
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Forum: Did you say Bob? No I said Bobber! Posted: December 12, 2009, 12:42 am Subject: Re: My 80 XS650 Project - First Motorcycle - Period |
Not sure of the OD/ID of this bearing, I will be rebuilding my engine in the winter so I will find out. I hope the one thats in there now is useable as Yamaha has screwed us with discontinuing the OEM ... |
Topic: My 80 XS650 Project - First Motorcycle - Period |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 70
Views: 50560
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Forum: Did you say Bob? No I said Bobber! Posted: December 10, 2009, 12:29 am Subject: Re: My 80 XS650 Project - First Motorcycle - Period |
Are you guys looking for this bearing? |
Topic: engaging 1st gear,motor dies |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 4
Views: 2976
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Forum: Engine Posted: October 10, 2009, 8:06 pm Subject: Re: engaging 1st gear,motor dies |
Or your sidestand switch is faulty, broken or sticking. |
Topic: looking for pair of headers with flanges |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 2
Views: 1644
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Forum: Stock Parts Posted: September 22, 2009, 12:00 am Subject: Re: looking for pair of headers with flanges |
Just about to toss a pair of exhaust with the original flanges on them. Not sure where you live but I live in Canada... will take picture and post for you to ponder. |
Topic: front drum brake "stay"? |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 9
Views: 6235
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Forum: Drive Posted: September 8, 2009, 10:33 pm Subject: Re: front drum brake "stay"? |
I thought the hub slotted into the fork leg to remain in place. Found this pick of an older XS but not sure if it will help. |
Topic: Top end tear down. Curious to know. |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 18
Views: 5121
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Forum: Engine Posted: September 7, 2009, 5:50 pm Subject: Re: Top end tear down. Curious to know. |
Hey Xsjohn...
Just read a quick blip about a Honda (I think the VFR for 2010) where they added more material to the crankshaft... to smooth it out. Much like your earlier theory of doing the same. ... |
Topic: 650 Rider verses 650 Garage |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 59
Views: 12514
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: September 7, 2009, 5:46 pm Subject: Re: 650 Rider verses 650 Garage |
[quote="highspeedhamish"][quote="5twins"]Yes mike, you have a terrific business catering to us 650 owners. I agree with everyone else that we're lucky to have you. My beef comes up when there is a pro ... |
Topic: Top end tear down. Curious to know. |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 18
Views: 5121
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Forum: Engine Posted: September 6, 2009, 12:59 am Subject: Re: Top end tear down. Curious to know. |
Xsjohn... how did you smooth out the cam chain ? (awesome idea btw) did you simply run it over a belt sander? |
Topic: Future 650 chopper maybe or.... |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 9
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Forum: Chopper jobs Posted: September 6, 2009, 12:54 am Subject: Re: Future 650 chopper maybe or.... |
If I had to guess, I would go with Jap engine frame. The bottom cradle looks like its from the original bike. Dry sump could be CB750, SR500 or some other old skool ride.
Love the frame though, agr ... |
Topic: 650 Rider verses 650 Garage |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 59
Views: 12514
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: September 6, 2009, 12:46 am Subject: Re: 650 Rider verses 650 Garage |
[quote="5twins"]Yes mike, you have a terrific business catering to us 650 owners. I agree with everyone else that we're lucky to have you. My beef comes up when there is a problem with some of your pa ... |
Topic: 650 Rider verses 650 Garage |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 59
Views: 12514
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: September 4, 2009, 7:09 pm Subject: Re: 650 Rider verses 650 Garage |
I for one appreciate your parts. I have made several orders in the past month or so and have several more to do. Without the engine parts the project Im doing would not happen or force me to find bett ... |
Topic: Removing Miles from Speedometer |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 24
Views: 11663
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Forum: Drive Posted: September 2, 2009, 10:59 pm Subject: Re: Removing Miles from Speedometer |
Arent you already charged for every mile driven? Road tax, gasoline prices / tax and insurance? Might have to give blood eventually.... |
Topic: fuel gayness |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 6
Views: 3023
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Forum: Fuel Posted: September 2, 2009, 10:56 pm Subject: Re: fuel gayness |
Bad coil? |
Topic: Do I have a 79 Standard or Special? |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 23
Views: 8564
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Forum: Frames Posted: August 31, 2009, 12:27 am Subject: Re: Do I have a 79 Standard or Special? |
http://www.mikesxs.net/XS_Model_ID_Chart.pdf
I would say by the passenger peg mounts that you have a Special model.
Most specials came with mags and the gas cap was offset versus in the center o ... |
Topic: the early years |
highspeedhamish
Replies: 33
Views: 7639
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Forum: I'm just saying... you know Posted: August 31, 2009, 12:14 am Subject: Re: the early years |
[quote="Barbara"]Very cool video!
I have a sort of related question---I have a shot at an RD350 in decent shape. Anyone know what it's worth?
This thread has sparked some neat memories of Yamaha ... |
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