XS650 Scrambler/Desert Sled Project

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terribletabo1
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XS650 Scrambler/Desert Sled Project Oct 11, 2012 20:12:26 GMT -5

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Post by terribletabo1 on Oct 11, 2012 20:12:26 GMT -5

I'm debating getting TNK fork tubes, emulators, and springs from Race Tech. Does anyone know if there are lower sliders for 35mm forks that can accommodate Brembo style calipers? I know there is the Pandemonium Brake Kit 35mm for XS650, but if there is already a dual lower sliders that I can swap in, it would be even better.

Last Edit: Oct 11, 2012 23:33:36 GMT -5 by terribletabo1

tomterrific
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XS650 Scrambler/Desert Sled Project Oct 13, 2012 9:03:43 GMT -5

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Post by tomterrific on Oct 13, 2012 9:03:43 GMT -5

See if you can find fishhead brakes. This fellow put together super brake kits using modern large diameter rotors and modern calipers.

I googled it, www.geocities.ws/fischervintagecycle/Fischheads.html

The 270° crank will have a rough firing order at low rpm but probably a bit more traction under power.

Tom

terribletabo1 Senior Member Posts: 353	XS650 Scrambler/Desert Sled Project Oct 13, 2012 13:41:19 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by terribletabo1 on Oct 13, 2012 13:41:19 GMT -5 Thanks, I totally forgot about this guy. He did a Hydraulic clutch for me once, but I ended up selling it for another setup.

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XS650 Scrambler/Desert Sled Project Jan 27, 2017 20:58:31 GMT -5

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Post by terribletabo1 on Jan 27, 2017 20:58:31 GMT -5

I had to sell this project before it came to fruition a few years ago but I'm back!

I just purchased a 1977 Yamaha XS650 frame with a title and I will start from scratch. I'm aiming for a poor man's XS650 version of this bike with a different color scheme.

I'll be looking for someone that can make a set of dual high pipes for me. I'm thinking of having them ceramic coated so as not to burn my legs.

I still would like to use a Kawasaki W650 gas tank, but I'm not sure if it is worth the trouble to make it fit:

terribletabo1 Senior Member Posts: 353	XS650 Scrambler/Desert Sled Project Feb 4, 2017 19:09:00 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by terribletabo1 on Feb 4, 2017 19:09:00 GMT -5 I want to break with tradition and go with a rear disc brake conversion: cognitomoto.com/products/xs650-rear-hub-disc-brake-conversion

terribletabo1 Senior Member Posts: 353	XS650 Scrambler/Desert Sled Project Apr 30, 2017 21:15:19 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by terribletabo1 on Apr 30, 2017 21:15:19 GMT -5 Progress! Hopefully it will be done for by summertime!
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terribletabo1 Senior Member Posts: 353	XS650 Scrambler/Desert Sled Project Apr 24, 2021 18:20:26 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by terribletabo1 on Apr 24, 2021 18:20:26 GMT -5 Apr 30, 2017 21:15:19 GMT -5 terribletabo1 said: View Attachment View Attachment View Attachment DONE!
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miningworldworld
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XS650 Scrambler/Desert Sled Project May 10, 2021 11:50:31 GMT -5 via Tapatalk

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Post by miningworldworld on May 10, 2021 11:50:31 GMT -5

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motormike: Good Day ...just a FYI.. Wild Cat is this Labor Day weekend. Still go'n on. A few 650's still make the scene. Various rides at different skill levels each day.. awards dinner sunday eve. BS in the park'n lot after dinner.

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lsettle: First post in over 6 years! Aug 28, 2016 19:45:17 GMT -5

kardon: Wow quiet here, where did they all go. Oct 7, 2016 2:18:13 GMT -5

gggGary: XS650.com LOL Feb 16, 2017 20:49:02 GMT -5

buell88: Anybody have any idea who built the xs650 tracker used in the Draggin Jeans Ad on Pipeburn? May 16, 2017 16:24:09 GMT -5

joshua: The regulator/rectifier unit I got from Mikes PMA has closer hole spacing than original. Are we supposed to mill the holes to fit? Jun 7, 2017 19:25:58 GMT -5

joshua: My bad. I found the bracket they supplied to mount the rectifier/regulator... Uh oh. How is this meant to work? Which way is it meant to mount? Looks like I have to use some spacers or something. Good instructions would be nice. Jun 7, 2017 22:09:52 GMT -5

craig8johnson: Not sure if this is the right spot or not but oh well... Jul 11, 2017 18:04:15 GMT -5

craig8johnson: I'm checking the charging system. I'm afraid I might have fried the last battery. With the solid state regulator (after market) what should it be charging at. The book says, I think, 15 volts. I'm hitting 17 when revved. Is that too high? Jul 11, 2017 18:06:19 GMT -5

gggGary: Yes 17 volts is too high, about 14 volts is max, sounds like you don't have the right regulator or it's wired wrong. Jul 13, 2017 6:54:33 GMT -5

dean: Just saying Hello, new member who is going to fix up a 79 XS650 that has seen its better days. I will definitely have lots of questions coming up. Jun 23, 2018 16:45:32 GMT -5

tt650: Trying to breathe life into a 1980 that's been stored (indoors) for 25 yrs. Air filters are dry rotted. Have cleaned carbs but she only runs briefly on choke then stops. Need jet setting info and other ideas that might help her idle and rev. Jul 3, 2018 19:15:19 GMT -5

trix13: Hey everyone! New to the forum and am fighting those gremlins!! New charging system, ignition switch, coil and fuse box. Resistance is higher than normal on the ignition pick up so I'm trying to find one. No such luck yet. Aug 16, 2018 8:50:48 GMT -5

trix13: Also, even though all of my connections are clean, I cannot seem to find out why , when at higher rpms, I hit the signals and the rpms pulse with the signals...hahah. same with the brake light. I appreciate all input!! Aug 16, 2018 8:55:08 GMT -5

bob99: how do I post a question. I am new to the forum Jun 6, 2019 10:52:10 GMT -5

adlpc: Hello all! Been enjoying your edifying posts and discussions - and as a fan of the XS650 since my early teenage years happy that I now own a 1980 Special which I plan to turn into a vintage half faired racer. Thank you all for being here! Oct 1, 2019 0:58:56 GMT -5

jimothyj: Hello everyone, I just joined & wish would have known about this site in 2014 when I brought my 1974 TX650A back from the grave. I have spent a good deal of $$ and alot of time on it. Just painted it and working on electrical, I will post pics soon, Apr 10, 2021 2:14:13 GMT -5

louisvan: trix13 - I had a problem with my 1975 SX650. When I got to highway speeds, the engine lost power. The problem was in the connectors. At a certain vibration and the wind pushing on the wiring loom, the connector lost continuity. A bad crimp to the wire. May 20, 2021 1:19:09 GMT -5

deadlykittin: Hey guys,. i have a 82 xs650 special, super new rider, with almost no knowledge on bikes. So was just riding it, getting used to the clutch and all that. But i was noticed its really hard to get the bike to start, using electric start. And the kick pump--- Aug 4, 2022 17:09:55 GMT -5

deadlykittin: loses compression after the first kick. Ontop of that, i noticed it 1, wont go into neutral when sitting still. and now it dies after getting it started in neutral and going into gear Aug 4, 2022 17:11:01 GMT -5

XS650 Scrambler/Desert Sled Project

Post by terribletabo1 on Oct 11, 2012 20:12:26 GMT -5

Post by tomterrific on Oct 13, 2012 9:03:43 GMT -5

Post by terribletabo1 on Oct 13, 2012 13:41:19 GMT -5

Post by terribletabo1 on Jan 27, 2017 20:58:31 GMT -5

Post by terribletabo1 on Feb 4, 2017 19:09:00 GMT -5

Post by terribletabo1 on Apr 30, 2017 21:15:19 GMT -5

Post by terribletabo1 on Apr 24, 2021 18:20:26 GMT -5

Post by miningworldworld on May 10, 2021 11:50:31 GMT -5

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