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front end swap

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by snypr, Jan 7, 2006.

  1. snypr

    snypr New Member

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    What front ends from other bikes can bolt straight onto a XJ650?

    l have a 650 Turbo and am having great difficulty finding replacement parts.
     
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    An FZ600 front end will slide right into the existing yokes. Most 650 Turbo owners put in a set of Progressive Suspension springs which pretty much sorts it out. Then, you only have the crap brakes to deal with. I am debating whether or not to put money into mine, as any number of newer bikes will leave it eating dust. It's your call though.
     
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    i bought mine with the front end off a 1983 yamaha 800 something or other. i've got it written down somewhere. gave me hell when i went to get brake pads the first time.
     
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    I replaced my 1981 XJ650H front end with a 1982 XJ750 to get the dual disc brakes. Bonus was I also got the adjustable air suspension! :D
     
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    I replaced my 1981 XJ650H front end with a 1982 XJ750 to get the dual disc brakes. Bonus was I also got the adjustable air suspension! :D
     
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