New XS650 Prototype Frame (SUICIDE) from Voodoo Vintage Fabrication

[voodoo]

We are a full-service fabrication shop in Austin Texas. Small... But capable and every item is hand-made with great attention to detail. You can find out more HERE!

For those who have not heard of us... Voodoo Vintage has staked a name for producing a quality and stylish frame for the Suzuki Savage LS650. We have been producing these frames for over two years now and orders are increasing! In addition... We are in the process of designing and prototyping a variety of vintage-style frames catered to early Japanese and British singles and twins.

We are wrapping up the first prototype frame - The SUICIDE - for the Yamaha XS650. Take a look at the following and feel free to offer comments or suggestions!

By the way... Our frames go for around $850! See our web site for more information.

 

[oldbiker]

hi,,,, sweet,,, do they take a standard 18" w class rear wheel from a 1976 xs650 regards oldbiker

 

[voodoo]

Absolutely! Depending on where I put the rear cross braces, you could mount up to a 28" dia. tire. The Firestone Replicas would be no problem!

 

[voodoo]

By the way... We've also produced the "ever popular" weld-on option as well. It was an absolute GREAT fit and very clean to install. I was happy and impressed at how well it went together!

Here's a shot:

 

[jim540]

What stretch and drop are you going with for the weld on? Also do you have a price for it yet? Thanks.

 

[voodoo]

Both the drop and stretch are approximately 2". I plan on offering the weld-on for $275 plus shipping. All cross supports will be tack welded so the customer can customize the final location if necessary...

 

[BigJimmyW13]

Hey David,

Glad to see you're doing well over there in Austin!

Jim

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[voodoo]

Hey- Thanks Jim! It's been a while since I was active over here on 650 dot com! It was still the "old" forum last time I did an XS project! Good to hear from you again!

 

[gordonscott]

Hi David, Nice work on the frames I love your Boardtrack style design, have you made one of those frames yet? If so did you make a tank for it?

 

[Ghetto]

I love the curved center post to aid in carb removal/installation.

 

[voodoo]

I love the curved center post to aid in carb removal/installation.

Certainly makes life a lot easier!!!

 

[atomic22]

Hi David, Nice work on the frames I love your Boardtrack style design, have you made one of those frames yet? If so did you make a tank for it?

That is an AWESOME looking frame. I also would like to know about a tank for the frame?

 

[BigJimmyW13]

Hey- Thanks Jim! It's been a while since I was active over here on 650 dot com! It was still the "old" forum last time I did an XS project! Good to hear from you again!

It's definitely been a minute! Apparently te next time I make a trip to Austin I need to stop in and give you a hand in some fab work so I can learn some more!!

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[voodoo]

It's definitely been a minute! Apparently te next time I make a trip to Austin I need to stop in and give you a hand in some fab work so I can learn some more!!

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You are more than welcome to stop by anytime! I could show you how NOT to cut your finger off in a bandsaw!!! That woke me up!

 

[Highside]

Soooo....

Do you intend to make a cafe racer style frame for the XS650??

 

[voodoo]

Soooo....

Do you intend to make a cafe racer style frame for the XS650??

Well... Not really a Cafe' Racer... But more like a 1920's Board Tracker style! I haven't released any concepts yet, but it's a much overlooked style that demands attention!

 

[voodoo]

Hi David, Nice work on the frames I love your Boardtrack style design, have you made one of those frames yet? If so did you make a tank for it?

Actually... I have fabricated a tank from 20ga aluminum and was very happy with it. I tore it apart looking for defects in the vent lines and welds. Happy to say that it was air-tight! I fully intend to put the tank into production once development on the frame is finished. Since it's specifically designed for the contours of the frame, I'm hoping to sell the frame and tank as a unit!

 

[cros36]

nice man. your gonna sell the shit out of the hardtail sections once word gets out. thats a hella good price too! you plan on having them on hand or order by order basis?

 

[CDNTX650]

do you guys ship to canada?

 

[voodoo]

nice man. your gonna sell the shit out of the hardtail sections once word gets out. thats a hella good price too! you plan on having them on hand or order by order basis?

I'm going to try to keep a couple in stock, but because I have a small shop, I can't warehouse too many. I always have three or four frames I'm working on and not to mention the full customs I can only build one at a time.

I'm hoping that I can pick up some orders on the WELD-ON so I can justify (to my wife) getting a larger shop!