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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...

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

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

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

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...