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New member from Detroit area ...
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Blackbird
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Joined: May 13, 2009
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Location: Detroit
PostPosted: May 14, 2009, 10:03 pm    Post subject: New member from Detroit area ...
Hello to everyone,

Recently took possession of a 1980 650 Special. Doing a carb rebuild now and general clean up. New front tire next along with brakes. Looking forward to this summer rides. Great sites lots of info ... life is good. Very Happy

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oldbikenut
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Joined: Feb 03, 2009
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Location: New Mexico
PostPosted: May 14, 2009, 10:41 pm    Post subject: Re: New member from Detroit area ...
Welcome! Your bike looks very nice! Life is good Very Happy Have fun on your rides!
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Joined: May 29, 2007
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Location: Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.A.- 1977 XS650 "D" Standard
PostPosted: May 14, 2009, 11:42 pm    Post subject: Re: New member from Detroit area ...
Good looking bike. Even that fairing looks really clean.
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PostPosted: May 15, 2009, 12:21 am    Post subject: Re: New member from Detroit area ...
Hi Blackbird,

Very nice bike---is that an old Vetter fairing? (I have a Vetter vintage 1978 on my '77)

It's one sweet looking bike, and fun to ride, I bet! Very Happy
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Blackbird
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Joined: May 13, 2009
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Location: Detroit
PostPosted: May 15, 2009, 7:52 am    Post subject: Re: New member from Detroit area ...
Thanks everyone. I plan to improve the bike's looks a little more. (spit and polish)
Yes, the fairing is in excellent shape for it's age. I'm now looking for a trunk for the back rack that will closely match the fairing.
I'm also looking for a crash bar too. Not easy to find.
Exciting times!
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