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I'm looking for a basic black w/ chrome (or polished billet) bezel headlamp assemble. Similar to the Lucas style ones. Lots of products available and range in price from $30 -$300. Would like one that 6 1/2" overall diameter, but 7" would work. Anyone bought one and can comment on quality? I...

great idea!! Do you pin the wheel w/ spacers and all between the stands to keep it from moving along he axle?

I'm in need of a truing stand to do my wheels. Please email or pm if you have one. Thanks. xstwin bkaushansky@gmail.com

Confused as sh.......... XS650, minimalist cafe style bike. Front Wheel: 1.85" x 19" Rear Wheel: 2.15" x 18" I have the charts, I have read the forums, I have reached out to Avon tires and I'm still confused. Looking at the AM26 tires, If I go by matching outer diameters, then 3.25-19 (26.1"...

No idea. I won't be dragging my knee!!! It asphalt. Nothing special.

VonYinzer, Agreed on the safety gear, etc.... I was thinking from the perspective of getting the tires to optimal temp. I will not track the bike so a tire that withstands high heat cycles is not beneficial to me but one that has peak adhesion with minimal heat input would be great.

Yep. xs650 based machine, although the only thing that came off original is the frame and motor. Wheels are xs650 73+ hubs mated to Akron rims and Buchanan spokes. Agreed, I need performance within my relm of usage. Pirelli Sport Demon seem to get high marks for grip at expense of mileage...

I'm working on a cafe inspired minimalist bike although everything has been cut, reworked, machined, or custom built, etc...... Need some real world input on tires. Looking for tires that fit the riding style. Very curvy 1 lane tree lined road, 45mph max, casual 45 min trip in each direction...

Noobie out of Morris county w/ 1st build. Parts out for powder as we speak. 1983 xs650, going minimalist.