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Hi friends. Previous owner removed indicators, horn, and "simplified" the electrical without removing anything. Also, I think many of the wires are original (1972 xs2) but really I don't know. The bike has been running rather well for about a year (new bs38 carbs even), but after...

I made up some tach deletes a while back, I don't plan to make any more but I do still have some to sell. This is a delete, you will need to remove the the stock drive cap, gear and *washer*. NO ORING will be included with them, picture is for reference only. Rules: Every 30 entries will net...

I got the bike from my dad it is a 72 xs650. He is no longer around so I cannot ask what it is. My mom said it was a brake line but she isn't exactly sure. The attached photos are what this mystery cable/line/hose is. I believe it is from the front of the bike. it is somewhat flexible and on one...

There is a real appreciation for our 650 out there. Enjoy it all.

Before and after! Finally got everything setup the way I wanted. Got rid of all the fairing and crap. My first XS and I love it!

Hey dudes, I'm fairly new to the xs650 world but have been riding for the better part of my life (currently own a 48 sporty bobber as well. I've owned this brat style 650 for a bit now and saw the community here and figured I'd join in. Seems like a decent lot! She's currently up for sale as...

Hello I am new to this forum. My name is Max. I have a 1972 xs650 with 46xxk miles on it. I got this bike from my dad after he passed away in 2009. He last rode it in the early 80s. He stopped because the front brake cable snapped. He worked nearly everyday and relaxed on Sunday's, with no time...

I have all kinds of ideas in my head about what I want to do to freshen up my 79, but she is primarily "as is" for overall condition. Who else is just content (for the moment anyway) with just getting it tuned and reliable and running with it?

Some Yamaha Technical Bulletins published from 1974 to 1979. You can look in my albums or use this link: 1974-1979 XS650 Technical Bulletins (various sources and Yamaha website, 2004) The Technical Bulletins have been named according to this scheme: List of Technical Bulletins, 1974-1979...

So it took a year but she is finally done. Doesn't seem like a lot of work has been done. But im not a shop or even have a garage, I work wherever I can, whenever I can. When I cant do the work either its above my pay grade or I don't have the facilities I have to load it up and take it to my...

Here's my itinerary: June 25 Baltimore to Chillicothe, Ohio on route 50 (gorgeous run through the Appalachians) June 25 Chillicothe to Mitchell, Indiana (Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club National Rally) [VJMC] June 26/27 Great fun at the rally- conversations with dozens of folks, back...

Hey I am hoping that someone has or knows of a restoration thread that has a lot of step by step pictures of a restoration? I sometimes struggle with learning by just reading but easily understand with visual help. If you could help a guy out that would be appreciated.

Time Lapse of XS650 Tear Down and Rebuild Been following this forum for a while now. This is a time lapse video of my tear down. Not 100% sure which direction the build will end up going, but look for a follow up video soon. https://vimeo.com/98342244 Comments, questions, suggestions, are...

This week at Deals Gap in East Tennessee. Bike really handles the curves well.

Well I have had a lot of questions about my build. Well I figured I would lay it out there lol. Stated with a stock 1975 engine. Stripped it down and had the whole engine sand blasted. Kick only (all internal starter parts have been removed) 277 rephased 700cc JE pistons from Hoos. PMA swap...

I'm looking for some ideas on what tanks fit the xs other then the stock. I'm okay with some modifications, but really would like to get an idea on what my options are. So I call upon the brotherhood of the forum to share with me their pics of what has been used in their builds. At the...

Hey all, in my search for my own xs650 I've come across this bike locally. I'm told the owner would let it go since he doesn't ride it and it's been a while since he built it. One thing I'm not a fan of (in this case) is the extended swing arm. I think I'd have to put a stock one back on...

I'm a new member. Just got my second bike, which is also my first XS650. I'm sure I will get another one once I have become more familiar with working on bikes (specifically the XS's). I've already had tons of great tips and wisdom come from some of you guys on here and for that I am extremely...

Spent some time in the shop this weekend mounting these bmx platform pedals and 70's style sissy bar.

can anyone identify what these two o rings are? they came in the premium athena gasket kit from mikes xs and i dont know what they are for... i have tried searching and i cant seem to find it. they are the same size too.