For Sale - 1974 XS650 Bobber (Project)

[Gruntdog33]

This XS650 was originally built by Casino Choppers. The original design was that of a flat track racer. I got this bobber from my father, who bought it from the builder and I attempted to make a few changes so that I could actually ride it around town. I completely stripped the bike so that I could remove the raised foot pegs and move them forward and I also replaced the battery box. I replaced the short handlebars and installed mini aps. The frame was repainted in a flat black after welding on the forward controls and battery box. I started putting everything back together and soon realized that I was way over my head. Don’t get me wrong, I took lots of pictures and drew plenty of diagrams but with my schedule and lack of mechanical experience, I’ve thrown in the towel. Bike was running great when I started the tear down so I have no reason to think it otherwise now. Looking back, I really wish I would have taken it in to have the work done. Hind sight is 20/20.

This thing has been sitting in my garage for 2 years and it is time to let it go. $3,500 and it becomes your project (90% complete). Here is a breakdown of what is on it.

Wiseco Racing Pistons
77mm Mikuni Carburetors
Ardcore XS650 frame with Certificate of Origin (2 inch stretch and 36 degree rake)
DNA 400 Front Fork with a Three Two Choppers Wishbone
18 x 5 ½ inch 40 spoke rear wheel
21 inch front wheel
Avon Venom 90MT-90-18 Rear
Avon Venom 90-90-21 Front
Rear Brake is a DNA Disc and a Performance Machine Caliper
TC Bros Alien Tank and Pro Werks Cap
Faux Oil Tank
Both Electric and kick start
TC Bros forward controls
TC Bros Mini Ape Bars

 

[halfmile]

I`ve never been a big hardtail fan but this one really trips my trigger! Very racy indeed.

 

[Infantilebehavior]

Definitly a cool build. And 77mm carbs! Haha must be a rocket....

 

[Infantilebehavior]

Damn those ardcore frames r legit! Too bad they not still in business

 

[Casinochoppers]

That’s a cool looking bike!!

 

[JRay77]

I wanna get out if this motorcycle thang.....BUT then I see these works of art. Texas is outta reach for this guy. Sucks. Stay firm on that price tho.