XS650 project

To finish up the ignition I got new points from MikesXS, and new plugs and a condenser from Autozone. I set the points gap and used the ohm meter method to set the static timing.


It rained all morning, but cleared up enough to roll it out and have a try. I ran some fuel line from my SR500, and after a few kicks it started right up without drama.


It starts easily and sounds great, although the audio from my camera isn't the greatest.


The exhaust is perfect; fairly quiet, but with a great sound. Now I've got to tidy up the wiring, cables, hoses and all that stuff. I'll need to recheck the cam chain tension and valve clearances, and time it with a light now that it is running. It's all good!