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  1. KCS

    XR500R rear tire size

    1983 XR500R. What size rear tire to buy? Original is 5.10-17. Current tire is 120/90-17. My research suggests that a 130/80-17 would be the correct size to match 5.10-17? I currently have a Bridgestone Trail Wing enduro type tire on the front. Would like something similar on the rear. I would...
  2. KCS

    XR500 Chain Slider

    Another kitchen chopping board sacrificed to make a chain slider 😆 I wonder why you can get just about any part for a 1983 XR500R except for the chain slider
  3. KCS

    XR500Re Sprocket Sizes

    Hi, what are the correct sprocket sizes for a 1983 XR500Re? Previous owner put a small sprocket on the rear and I'd like to change it back to original. I have got the Clymer workshop manual but cannot find sprocket sizes in there. Cheers KC
  4. KCS

    1983 XR500Re Air Filter

    Hello I am recommissioning an old XR500R, the twin carb model. It appears that the air filter is no longer available. What do you guys do for air filters? Someone mentioned to me that one can modify the XR600 filter to fit? Would appreciate any help or advice on this. Cheers KC
  5. KCS

    New R80GS owner

    Hello, I am new here. I have just purchased a 1982 R80GS, and I am already besotted with the thing. I am a daily commuting motorcyclist, but this is my first experience with adventure riding. The last time I owned a duel purpose type motorcycle it was still called a street scrambler! Adventure...
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