I thought of the name late one night. My girlfriend thought it was gross.
I've wanted an XS650 for a long time. Almost since I got into motorcycles. I've had a CB360, CB400F, and XT225. Not a substantial lineup, but enough to understand the pros and cons to each. I don't plan to sell this bike, because it should suit all of my wants/desires for a long time. I can go any direction I want with it, and no other vintage Japanese bike interests me more. I'm broke, and these bikes are cheap.
I found this one down the street for $500. A little more than I wanted to spend, but it ran and rode, which was enough for me.
First up: Restoration
The bike came with a Vetter fairing and quite a few missing pieces. I wanted to go over it thoroughly before riding. Check timing, timing chain, valve adjustment, carbs, wiring etc.
After fairing removal, back to stock wiring, new fuel lines and filters.
I don't plan on removing the engine until I get some miles on the bike. I want to pick up a donor engine to rebuild the top end, so it'll look messy for awhile.
I do however want to address the seating issue, and all the lights will be replaced with smaller units.
I've wanted an XS650 for a long time. Almost since I got into motorcycles. I've had a CB360, CB400F, and XT225. Not a substantial lineup, but enough to understand the pros and cons to each. I don't plan to sell this bike, because it should suit all of my wants/desires for a long time. I can go any direction I want with it, and no other vintage Japanese bike interests me more. I'm broke, and these bikes are cheap.
I found this one down the street for $500. A little more than I wanted to spend, but it ran and rode, which was enough for me.
First up: Restoration
The bike came with a Vetter fairing and quite a few missing pieces. I wanted to go over it thoroughly before riding. Check timing, timing chain, valve adjustment, carbs, wiring etc.
After fairing removal, back to stock wiring, new fuel lines and filters.
I don't plan on removing the engine until I get some miles on the bike. I want to pick up a donor engine to rebuild the top end, so it'll look messy for awhile.
I do however want to address the seating issue, and all the lights will be replaced with smaller units.