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Got an 1983 XS650SH with 16K on it(Titled), non running(missing some electrical). Bike is really clean, a little dusty but otherwise great. Chrome looks new just needs polished, seat looks brand new, could use paint but I'll buff it for now, inside of tank looks new, has compression. The...

Hey guys I'm Dustin. Finally picked up an xs after years of wanting one and just not being able to make it happen. Such is life I guess. I'm 35 have a 4yo little girl two step daughters and my wife. I've been into bikes and cars my whole life. I'm currently building a 63 vw Karmann ghia for my...

New member. Couldn't find a designated forum to post this, so thought - the lounge will be the most appropriate. Hello from UK! Originally from Lithuania. Fell inlove with an xs650 engine at first sight. Still don't have a full motorcycle license (last test is booked on 25th of this...

It's nearly 40 years since I first thought about getting an XS650 and now I have one, an almost completely original 1976. It's been off the road since the 1990s and I write to thank the members of the XS650 community on here for helping me to get her back in good shape. I'm an old time biker...

Hey guys Iv been lurking around for a little while looking and learning. Iv got the 650's little brother a 77 XS400. Iv rebuilt it from a pile of junk to a runner and im finishing it up now. I also have a 73 SL350 it sat for 9 years but its running well and not far from being road worthy again...

Hey guys, I've been lurking for a long time just trying to learn as I'm about to start my xs chopper build. I'm a regular over at Chop Cult and go by Ato, but I figure I should actually introduce myself and start posting here and maybe start a build thread soon. Here's the project, xs650...

hello everybody, well i just got a XS650 the other day. This is my first bike ever, i admit im in way over my head with getting an older bike, probably not the smartest thing for me to do but who couldn't use another hobby. I am not familiar with mechanics and wanted to get some opinions on...

Hello all. Just picked up a 1980 xs650 off craigslist for 1200. Seemed like a good deal hopefully not overpriced. Needs a new Battery rear brake pads replaced (came with the parts) and front brake meter needs mounted. Also will need to put blinkers on her to get registered in Utah. Little about...

Hello Everyone, I've been checking out this site for a few month now and I decided to create my first post today because I plan on picking up my first XS650 this weekend. I've been searching CL for the past few months looking for the right start for a bobber build, like most of us, and I...

Hi everybody. I have been away for a bit. It must be at least 3 years or so. Time goes by so quickly, as the old song goes. I joined the forum back in '07 or so when I bought my maroon '77 650. Tons of help then and I would imagine that hasn't changed. Since then the poor ol' Yammie has...

Hi, I will be picking up a 79 xs650 on Friday and I will be turning this into a hard tail springer bobber. Looking forward to being able to use the knowledge on this form to help me with my project. Thanks in advance. Tom

Hi There My name is Larry Beach (aka Orion61)... probably the only "Son of a Beach" you will hear from today. I just ran across this site when looking for "shorty" mufflers for my '75 stock 650. I cut my teeth with Yamaha in the 70's with my first bike a 100 Twin, Blue and White. Man I put a...

Hey all, Last year I was looking at an XS650 frame and engine contemplating whether or not to start a new project. I decided against picking them up and waited to see if the interest would still be there half a year later. Well, almost a year later and I still have the itch so I am going to...

So a buddy of mine is leaving for Texas, and needs to cut down on the crap. Unbelievably. he is giving me first dibs on his 72 XS650 because he knows I am a vintage Japanese nut. But I am a Honda CB550 guy, specifically a 75. I kept my CB550 as a mostly original, upgrading a few things so it...

My neice got her MC license and her uncle gave her a 82 to ride. Well as the only mechanic and long time motorcyclist in the family I convinced them to bring it down from NY to Va and I would get it back on the road for them. I knew the charging system was nonop as she had taken it out a couple...

I'm looking to purchase a 1980 xs650 he is asking $2,800 brought him down from $3,400 I had originally offered $2,300 This is what he said he has done to it: new clutch assembly new clutch cable new chain new fork seals new tail light carbs have been cleaned and rejetted pod filters...

Hi everyone. I'm very new to motorcycling, just passed my MSF course last month. i've been looking at motorcycles for the past 3 months and it seems the more i look, the more confused i get. but i stumbled upon this xs650 on craigslist and i since i dont have any friends who ride, i don't know...

New guy here from Toronto...starting a long over due chop thats been sitting for the last three years...lost some parts along the way...will post pics tommorow..umm yeah just wanted to say hello and introduce myself:thumbsup:

Greetings. I signed up on this site a few weeks ago, and I have to say I am very impressed with the dedication so many of you have to this motorcycle. I recently purchased a 1979 Yamaha XS650 Special II. Currently, it is in a sad state of being, but I plan on using the information on this...

Joined the forum because this is the most information on XS650's I have found. Great place! I used to ride a TX750 back in the 70's, guess that is a hint to my age. Recently bought a project bike to do with my sons 21 & 23 yrs old. Chrome & wheels are good, few scratches in tank & side...