So I got a free XS650

[SPUd]

100%, I agree fully.

I also think its important to keep as many of these great examples intact as possible. That said, if people are serious about it, they need to make it happen. Make it worth it for these guys to 'not' chop em up.

For me it was an easy choice, as mine was already half chopped when I got it.

 

[Vincenthdfan]

Oh I'm serious...

This pic would look so much nicer with the third early XS in it.

 

[xjwmx]

Everyone who doesnt want him to chop it up should be making cash offers or swaps for part built bikes.

People will.

There is a type that will refinish an old Martin guitar, with the logic being it's mine and I'll do what I want. They aren't yet fit to be trusted with it. Plenty of people would like to buy the guitar until it's ruined.

 

[gggGary]

Vincent fan add the 73 to your wish list.
The candy blue completes the Quadrina.....
I have been half tempted to get a painter to do the 73 color on a 70-72 tank.......... just to mess with folks. Only the XS1 is "rare", I think I have seen that 72 was a high production year. And even the 70 isn't THAT rare.

 

[Vincenthdfan]

True, but they're getting more and more rare every day just through an attrition basis.

I believe the ones that are survivors are being closely held by collectors also.

Just try doing an internet search for an XS-1 for sale...see how many you can come up with.

I'm just buying them for the nostalgia of it. I had a 70 in high school and got rid of it as a kid...always kicked myself ever since.

I love the shape of the tanks, the seat, the side panels, etc...

Probably because they look the most like an old Triumph...which I also love. (I have a restored 70 Bonneville too)

 

[nj1639]

Sent by my mentor as a reminder of stock condition sales. Paying out that amount of scratch should keep this one away from the sawzall BUT if one were to fall into a pristine stocker for next to nothing.........which we all see can and does happen........


http://www.ebay.com/itm/1977-Yamaha...D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

 

[ShaggyXS]

So my Bro in law said this is a 72. is that right? also I just removed the tank and drained the nasty stuff out. It really looks pretty good inside. I don't see any real rust per say. Time to clean it out. The petcocks turn. The left side was a little stubborn. I'm not going to put much into this till I get the title but I think I can get it to run. If so I'll be more motivated to work on that title. So should I pull the carbs and soak them in something? Or disassemble and clean? Oh well. The fun begins!

 

[ShaggyXS]

Oh I'm serious...

This pic would look so much nicer with the third early XS in it.

Very nice! this one would look good in that photo! You are motivating me!

 

[gggGary]

Yes it's a 72 I might suggest you read the carb guide and more found in the tech section here.

From the pictures the paint looks good, maybe survivor good?

 

[oldbiker]

More pics. I stopped at the car wash on the way home. she was dirty from 20+years in the basement.

................................. hi that bike is absolutely lovely........ enjoy ,,, do make sure you have proof of ownership from the lady ....to protect you regards oldbiker

 

[ShaggyXS]

Yes it's a 72 I might suggest you read the carb guide and more found in the tech section here.

From the pictures the paint looks good, maybe survivor good?

What area of the forum has the carb guide thread? Is it a sticky?

 

[gggGary]

Up at the top click the tech button, many good and several GREAT threads are grouped there for your reading pleasure!

 

[DIRTY DOG]

hay if you need any help cutting it up I'll help I'm not that far away hahaha. good luck with it as said befor get that title first.

 

[xjwmx]

Yeah, it would make a great rolling triangle or Omar tank street tracker.

 

[Vincenthdfan]

Haha...laugh it up Buck-O's!!

 

[knap-sack]

Nice find, very nice. The bike is awesome. I am with several others that feel that bike is way too nice to modify. I would be interested if you want to sell. If you have your mind set on a build, I have a couple good XS 650's that would fit your needs. One of them I could ride to you wherever you are. Just keep it in mind.

Congrats on your find. a rare find !!!!!!!!!!

 

[cra-z1]

Nice find. The 72 is getting hard to find in that condition

 

[ShaggyXS]

Just to clarify I will not be chopping her up! If anything I would go in the café direction.

 

[xjwmx]

I was trying to be sarcastic in the last post of course.

It would be fun to see Vince and Knap in a public bidding war! Don't keep the fun to yourselves.

P.S.
And you'd better hurry before he cafes it. It could start within hours...

 

[Bigfeet]

Just to clarify I will not be chopping her up! If anything I would go in the café direction.

Something like this? http://www.xs650chopper.com/2013/04/tevans-1972-xs2-resto-mod-cafe/