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Trying my hand at a cafe

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by volk67, Feb 26, 2011.

  1. volk67

    volk67 New Member

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    Since I already have a very nice xs650 bobber, I would like to turn my xj 650 seca into a cafe of sorts. can anyone tell me if the tins from a 550 seca will automatically fit my 650 seca?
     
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    bigfitz52 Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    They pretty much won't fit at all. Tank too narrow, way too short. Sidecovers completely different. Tailsection mounts to the bike, not the seat.

    I've got both, that's how I can be sure. The 650 Seca is about a foot and a half longer than the 550 because of the middle gearbox, and the bodywork was resultantly "stretched."
     
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    Thank You, That is what I kinda thought. I liked the shorter tins and sidecovers and was curious of the difference in frame. Thanks again
     
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    It's the shaft vs. chain drive; not only is the shaftie considerably longer, it weighs another 100lb more as well.
     
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    Thanks, I guess I always figured the only stupid question is the one I don't ask. Thanks for your help.
     
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    It will still bolt straight up to the 650 mount though, the 650 tank is a better looker anyway, it's what I have fitted to my 550
     
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