RED and Simple
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Bryce – It took just over a year from the time i purchased the bike. My brother in law first showed me the xs650 over two years ago, i was hooked. Before i knew it every time i was on the internet i was looking at xs650chopper.com or tcbroschoppers.com. I started to envision what i wanted in my 650. Once i decided i was serious about getting started i then turned to craigslist and other various sites searching for a basketcase i could pick up for cheap. My brother in law (the one who got me started) found a 74 tx 650 in fort Collins. 500 bucks and i was on my way.
When i picked her up she was in shambles, missing parts, and in pieces. At first i was overwhelmed, but thanks to my brother and brother in law i was able to get all the help i needed to finish the bike. I owe the most of the credit on this bike to my brother law, he basically talked me into the red color and the pinstriped wheels.
I know its just another sporty tank but i honestly love the way it turned out. Its my first build and i’m sure it wont be my last. I already have my next build planned out in my head. Its about 95% done need a few odds and ends which i will update.
Total project so far came in just under 2000 with the purchase of the bike. Everything was done on a very tight budget. Thanks to my brother in law for giving me a new obsession and thanks to the wife for letting me spend every extra dollar on this bike.
Bryce Twitchell
I must say you and ur bros did a pretty sweet and clean build. Really like the red stripe on the rims, ride on!
Very nice and clean first build. I have a feeling this won’t be your last!
There is nothing to dislike on that build, nice!
Clean and slick
Nice clean build!!
The paint is dying for some pinstriping. Great job!
Great build for only $2000!!
Wow.. This brother in law sounds like a pretty awesome guy.. HAHA.. just kidding..
In the end this bike is all Bryce. I only gave him nudges in directions. I truly believe he ended up influencing my build as much as I influenced his.
A good BIL is good to have!
Hats off to Brother-in-Laws everywhere.
After seeing this bike, I think they should get their own day, like Father’s Day etc.
Nice build man. Take a bow.
nothing wrong with a sporty tank, man. it’s all in what you want your build to look like. clean and simple is just as good as flash.
Now that you mention it Barney, hell yea, some pinstriping would finish that bike off perfectly!
nice job Bryce, your work is first class, the result is your and your friends efforts…no such thing as “just another sporty tank” each build is unique for each builder, an expression of yourself!!!!!!!!be proud of your work! thanks for sharing
I agree with mike lytle… Nice job mate… gotta be happy with that…
I’m not a fan of red but this build KICKS AZZ !
Hey thanks guys! Im glad everyone loves it, ill have to look at some pinstriping. For now im just glad as hell i can actually ride it! A brother in law day would be wicked awesome!
if ur in Texas get ahold of me, I would like you to build me one<<
I’m in Vegas actually or maybe I could! It really wasn’t a difficult project and if you have any friends or family that has any automotive or motorcycle background could help. Plus the amount of information you can get online for these bikes is amazing. Anyone can do it!
Thx, what do you think about the permanent magnet alternator kit, my bike is not charging and have not seen anyone mention doing this mod., is it really a must do as advertised about the weak charging system on the xs,s..??
Hey, another Colorado guy! Bike looks awesome! I’d wondered what bright red would look like and now I have my answer. Good stuff, hope to see it in person one day.
I’ve read some good things about it. I delt with 650central.com ordering some parts and the customer service I got there was amazing. If there is anyone that can explain how the mod might help your situation its that guy. He doesn’t allow online orders he ONLY takes call in orders. It’s a breath of fresh air when working on bikes no shop likes to work on anymore. Atleast that’s how it is here in Vegas. Give those guys a call and start reading up on all the forums to find out if its something that you would be into.
Brain: thanks I actually just bought the bike in Colorado but if you ever in Vegas maybe you’ll see me rollin! I think bright red is a good look for any bike. Thanks for the comments
Hey Bryce, Look after that BIL, as everyone before me has said family and friends are what this whole gig called garage built bikes is about.
@ ALF, as far as the PMA set up goes I used the kit from XS Charge and I have said it before and I will say it again, ‘it was sooooo easy to install’ and hey presto all charging issues fixed, less wires, new shiny bits (my precious), personally I couldn’t fault there stuff at all. Give ‘em a call.
Bryce, BTW great build, especially for a first, go hard and build more brother.