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So you just bought your first XS650 and got it home. Now what?
01/20/10

Unrestored XS650Sure it looks decent and should clean up just fine, but it's running a little rough or maybe not at all, and you don't know where to start. Well you've come to the right place! This should be a good starting point: Bike won't start? Running rough?

There are also some good tips on buying a used bike or evaluating the condition of an old motorcycle under Buying Guide - Getting to know your bike.

Also check out the Technical References by clicking 'Tech' on the top navigation bar, or by clicking a specific category under 'Technical References' on the right side of this page.


8-Plate Billet XS650 Clutch Project by inxs
12/10/09

On the left, a stock XS650 clutch modified by Peter von Sphinx to accept 8 friction plates. inxs is planning an 8-plate clutch of his own using a billet clutch basket. Check out his 8-plate billet clutch project thread.

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8 Friction Plate XS650 Clutch inxs XS650 Billet Clutch


Ian's XS650RR
11/06/09

This is Ian's latest build he calls XS650RR. This project was a four year build process and now he uses it to race in Ontario with the Vintage Road Racing Association (VRRA). Ian plans to upgrade the rear wheel to a disc setup this year and is looking forward to building his tracker project this winter. Beautiful bike Ian!

Rob's Norton Manx inspired Yamaha XS650


Happy Halloween!
10/22/09

Check out this XS650 pumpkin! Trex carved this chopper! Then a moose ate it the next day!
xs650 pumpkin carving chopper pumpkin carving - Trex


Pangea Speed
10/11/09

Andy Carter of Pangea Speed sent in these great shots of Jessica and him during their trip a few months ago to the salt flats. Andy used to build hot rods and now is focusing on motorcycles. He likes to ride what he builds and isn't afraid to open them up or get them a little dirty. Thanks for the shots Andy!

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Andy and Jess salt flats - Pangea Speed Jess and Andy riding - Pangea Speed Andy riding - Pangea Speed


Rob's Manx Inspired TX650
9/22/09

"My name is Robert, and I am a motorcycle-aholic." This is Rob's (MN_TX650) '73 TX650 he rebuilt using the Norton Manx as inspiration. "Basically everything was cleaned, rebuilt, or replaced!". Check out the thread for more pictures and a video.

Rob's Norton Manx inspired Yamaha XS650


Babes and XS650s
9/07/09

You don't see too many pictures of xs650s with beautiful women on them. Maybe we should start a thread. This bike was built by Jason Richardson and that's his wife Megan. The unique frame was fabricated by Jason and his uncle and has 38 degrees of rake. The tank is off an old Honda CB. Nice work Jason!

Jason Richardson's Custom Yamaha XS650 and his beautiful wife Megan


Welcome
8/29/09

Welcome to XS650.com. Dedicated to the Yamaha 650 twin motorcycles and the owners who love to ride, restore, and customize them. For the rider who isn't afraid to get greasy, the guy in his garage wrenching all night, and the shops building kick-ass customs, this site's for you. We're just getting things going here so Register on the Forum and help kick this off in the right direction.

1970 Yamaha XS-1 motorcycle
1970 Yamaha XS-1 - The bike that started it all.


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