New aftermarket fuel tank?

[GeorgeOC]

Hello all, has anyone had any luck finding a good replacement tank that's pretty close to an original XS650 shape?

Thanks!

 

[Royboy]

George, Mikes XS https://www.mikesxs.net/products-34.html#products, has tanks that may meet your needs. Otherwise, look over the classifieds on this site. Lots of stuff available there.

roy

 

[GeorgeOC]

Thank you Royboy, much appreciated! I should have also stated, non painted would be an excellent feature. Thanks for the lead none the less!

 

[gggGary]

But there are plenty of GOOD original tanks around! IM(OK not so)HO You can't beat OEM for quality. Special or standard?

 

[GeorgeOC]

Thanks gggGary, yes I totally agree. OEM is best, always if available. My goal is to find something that is not going to require an elaborate rust removal voodoo ritual... But, I might just have to go that route anyhow. I thought I'd rather spend the money from rust removal project on fresh paint!

1976 XS650C, non Special...

 

[gggGary]

one of these tanks is available, minor dent. quick look showed clean inside, can check further. Note the 75 cap is a different style than the 76.

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[CDNTX650]

Yes. Those earlier style caps are bear to find. So make sure you get a tank with one. The mikes tank I bought in 2008 is still going strong. Not sure how the quality of the new ones is.

 

[GeorgeOC]

Hello gents, a very considerate member here offered up a tank, in great shape. Might anyone have an expert opinion on whether a 79' tank will fit/function with a 76' bike?

Thanks!

 

[CDNTX650]

They all fit after 74 forsure with no mods.. Special tanks hold less fuel and the cap is offset to one side. Some had 2 fuel taps others had one. I just made a blanking plate and gasket to run one tap.

 

[GeorgeOC]

Thank you CDN!