landerson
XS650 Member
Hello All,
I just joined the forum and wanted to introduce my project plans and invite your constructive guidance and thoughts. I'm planning to build an Yamaha XS650 bobber, much like the many impressive member's builds I've seen thus far and wanted to get some insight on the recomended direction of the build. I've researched buying a custom frames (Lowbrow) beginning from scatch, buying an existing frame or rolling chasis (needing hardtail section fabrication) along with buying an existing, intact-running Yamamha XS650 bike and tearing down from there.
I am a welder/machinist by trade, my preference of process being TIG (xray open joint) or SMAW so fabrication is my strong point. I've fabricated rail buggies and misc. frames but have yet to tackle a bike. I strongly believe that welding itself is a true art, every bead is one's signature and take a lot of pride in my trade. I'm nervous that if utilizing an existing Yamaha frame will not have the same integrity as a custom frame.
As you all have completed (or in process) of similar projects similar to mine, what are your thoughts/experiences to consider? New ideas that have worked well for you? I appreciate your positive input. Many thanks
I just joined the forum and wanted to introduce my project plans and invite your constructive guidance and thoughts. I'm planning to build an Yamaha XS650 bobber, much like the many impressive member's builds I've seen thus far and wanted to get some insight on the recomended direction of the build. I've researched buying a custom frames (Lowbrow) beginning from scatch, buying an existing frame or rolling chasis (needing hardtail section fabrication) along with buying an existing, intact-running Yamamha XS650 bike and tearing down from there.
I am a welder/machinist by trade, my preference of process being TIG (xray open joint) or SMAW so fabrication is my strong point. I've fabricated rail buggies and misc. frames but have yet to tackle a bike. I strongly believe that welding itself is a true art, every bead is one's signature and take a lot of pride in my trade. I'm nervous that if utilizing an existing Yamaha frame will not have the same integrity as a custom frame.
As you all have completed (or in process) of similar projects similar to mine, what are your thoughts/experiences to consider? New ideas that have worked well for you? I appreciate your positive input. Many thanks