Follow along with the video below to see how to install our site as a web app on your home screen.
Note: This feature currently requires accessing the site using the built-in Safari browser.
We noticed you are blocking ads. DO THE TON only works with community supporters. Most are active members of the site with small businesses. Please consider disabling your ad blocking tool and checking out the businesses that help keep our site up and free.
I too run linux. I started with experimenting on a laptop that is almost 10 yrs old with lubuntu. I now run linux mint on my desktop and love it. The hardest thing was getting my wife to a point where she felt comfortable using it, especially when it comes to office type documents, getting her...
I have 2 xs650's. both 1980, one a g one an sg. one long term hardtail project and one that I ride everyday. I have done some stuff to it to make it more reliable and such, when I got it it was in pretty rough shape, but now I trust it enough to ride it everyday.
I have been thinking about...
So it has been a crazy month. a couple weeks ago I was riding my bike, home from church of all places, and my petcock started leaking and ended up leaking enough to starve the carbs from fuel. A friend from church stopped and we loaded my bike in his truck and brought it home. Then the hunt...
I bought a universal petcock and petcock adapter from Dime City Cycles. It has a 3/4" NPT threads (size might be off but it is not important, the important part is that the adapter plate and petcock fit together).
I am worried about leaking at that point, I have not tested it out, but getting...
Thanks for the responses!
I appreciate the tips.
I do plan on doing a good engine build down the road.
Jewbacca, without getting into the motor too much what would you recommend for "go fast parts" to put on it? I am going to do a rephase big bore (of some sort- much more research before I...
I should have specified which bike, they have a few on there. It is the camper special BMW.
Also shown here... http://www.bikeexif.com/bmw-r80-crowe-customs#more-14266
You know the hoop at the end of the seat? I want to build one that is flat with the rest of the seat frame. And a more squared off one would be ideal.
Does anyone know where I can get one, or have one made?
If someone here has the ability to make one I would be interested in putting them to...
I am building an xs650 and want to go with a style like this;
http://crowemetalco.com/
I like the idea of taking my bike wherever I go, no matter how far it is. Coming from that view point how do i create a simple seat design like above and have the internals comfy for the long haul? I do...
By the way. I think styling wise my plan has changed. I am still going to do all the handling and suspension stuff as planned and will eventually build a bigger rephased motor. But I have new inspiration:
http://www.bikeexif.com/bmw-r80-crowe-customs
I think that bike is pretty sweet, I...
NEw sprockets and chain and rear tire on!
I will have to post a new pick of the bike, it is different now.
So I am now finding that my petcock is leaking. I can remedy it by turning it off, but when it is on it leaks. It does not have a vacuum hose running to the manifold so I am thinking...
my petcock is leaking and overall looks old and not taken care of, rusty exterior etc.
Should I pick up a rebuild kit or replace it. I know mikesxs has a replacement that is supposed to be better than the stock vacuum type or whatever.
What are you guys doing?
I recieved a request for more details.
I swapped handlebars and at the same time was going to install a hydraulic clutch so the clutch cable came off, I also took off the side cover and used another side cover that I had already tapped threads into. I ran into issues with the hydraulic clutch...
So I took apart my xs650 1980. I finished putting it back together tonight and went for a test run. I could only shift to 3rd, and the engine was running like the clutch was not fully releasing. I got it back home and went to adjusting the clutch according to the manual. Now I can not get it...
I have a 1980 xs650 sg and want to know what I can use from a more modern bike.
I want to slim things down, the levers especially are super long. I guess I might be interested to know what levers I can swap, if thats a possibility. I havent looked into that so I am not sure if they are part...
So I successfully got my bushings out using a toggle bolt trick I found online! and pressed my new bushings in using all thread and some washers and bolts as a press!
It was a good night! Now I need to get some good grease and a grease gun to get it all back together, also added a grease hole...
So, I was rebuilding my carbs, installing my Hydraulic clutch and switching handlebars and such. Had a bunch of issues.
My hydraulic clutch has some issues so I will have to take it all off and install my cable clutch again. :(
So I started taking off my rear wheel, My new chain should be...
Thanks for the response.
So the debate is longevity (530) vs. Lighter (520). I will ponder on it, but honesty I am leaning toward 530 right now.
So I went to my local shop and we were looking up chains and sprockets. The topic came up about having enough clearance for an o-ring chain. It...
So to elaborate more on the trip home and the bike.
It is rougher than I remember from when I looked at it. I must have had some "must have xs650" blinders on. It is not too bad really but a little rougher than remembered.
It vibrates like a mother! I have found some of the cosmetic...
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.