#53 XS650Custom Report

The image is of an XS650, inspired by the “modified bikes” of the 1960s when dirt track play was popular.

With a Flanders-like replica handlebar, a racer-like upswept muffler, Pirelli replica/DELUX tires,

and a Bates type solo saddle seat.

 

I had fun creating this while imagining the bad guys who would run around mischievously with a sissy bar on such a bike.

 

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Custom List

FrontHandlebars, F forks, headlights, etc.

Front Fork

Fork boots, general-purpose

〇Classic universal fork boots.


Front Tire

◯The front tire is a Pirelli MT53 replica. Block patterns suit this style well. (We handle all manufacturers/all tires)


Handle/Handle Area

◯ Set up with a Flanders replica handle and a Smith type large series meter. This is a common installation method seen in old-school dirt trackers.

Amal type throttle holder, general purpose (for 7/8″)

◯ The controls are kept simple with mini switches and mini brake masters, etc.


Handle Lock Weld On Kit

〇It is newly installed by welding to the lower part of the stem, which is inconspicuous and easy to operate.


Front Blinker

Small Bullet Turn Signal Chrome 4pcs SET General Purpose

〇A classic among classics. A chopper-style blinker.


Speedometer

Smith style speedometer 80mm 1:4

◯The meter is simply a single meter specification.


CenterTank, oil tank, seat, step, muffler etc.

Muffler

◯The upswept muffler with a silencer is a one-off production in steel. It is finished in semi-gloss plating to not spoil the atmosphere of the vehicle.


Step

◯The step has been modified and re-plated so that it can be attached to a Harley.


Seat

◯One-off production solo seat/pillion pad.


Electrical Equipment

IC blinker relay wide range specification

〇A wide-range blinker relay that can easily be used with LED blinkers, supporting 1 to 150 watts.


Gasoline Tank Installation

◯ The gas tank with a good atmosphere with ear stays is a processed and diverted item from Harley Aermacchi at the time.

Welding nut non-through M8 2p

〇 Drill a hole in the gasoline tank body and insert and weld it. It’s non-penetrating, so it won’t leak. Used on both sides.

Weld tab M size 4.5mm thickness 2p

〇 Enlarge the hole diameter and change to a rubber mount specification to hold the non-penetrating nut. Used on both sides.

Weld tab L size 4.5mm thick steel 2p

〇 Used for the rear installation of the gas tank. This one also has an enlarged hole diameter and is used as a rubber mount.


  • RearFenders, rear shocks, swingarms, etc.

    Rear Tire

    ◯The rear tire is DELUX. It’s a good performance tire with this appearance.


    Rear Fender

    ◯A one-off rear fender, repurposed from an Iron Sport. Like the muffler, it has been finished in a semi-gloss plating.


    Sissy Bar

    ◯The Sissy Bar is a replica of the then-popular Cheetah-made E-Bar. The earthy style of the Sissy Bar, which feels out of place, is actually reminiscent of that time.


    Tail Lamp

    ◯The tail lamp used is a Wipac replica. We have modified the “Lucas tail lamp with pedestal Japanese standard number size“.


    Rear Blinker

    Small Bullet Turn Signal Chrome 4pcs SET General Purpose

    〇A staple among staples. A chopper-style blinker.

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