Wednesday, May 7, 2014

The XS650 Brat Update:
Time has passed, and I thought I would update everybody on the Brat Project.
Here's some pics of the running machine:



Adding the Sportster seat really helps the backbone! So far it has 500 miles of riding time, and is a blast to ride!
Still having problems with the BS38 carbs, and have re-jetted and fiddled with them for a while.
I'll most likely go with a set of 34mm Mikunis. Nonetheless, the bike will do an honest 80mph before the carbs start acting-up!
What's left:
Strip down frame, finish welds and clean-up, sandblast and paint frame, paint tank and fenders.
I am leaning towards a Hammertone copper or brown tank, and fenders and black frame.
Hopefully I will post a finished bike this fall so stay tuned!