Here's mine this morning. One cross threaded hole to fix on the left side engine cover. Then wait for the bits to arrive to fix the starter bendix problem.
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This bike is pretty bullet proof. Depending on mileage the clutch internals are likely pretty good. The actuator, cable and adjustment seem to be common problem areas. Clean, inspect and lube the actuator when you install a new lubed clutch cable and your gremlins may disappear.
richreed701
XS650 Member
Where did you get the framework for the panniers and the tail rack?
That's all part of the Krauser saddlebag set-up. It's pretty universal and can be adapted to just about any bike. Unfortunately, they don't make it anymore, lol. You just have to watch for used ones. I recently mounted another set on my '83 ......
I ran across these a couple years ago. They popped up on Craigslist for $45, for the complete set-up. I couldn't get over there fast enough to buy them, lol.
I ran across these a couple years ago. They popped up on Craigslist for $45, for the complete set-up. I couldn't get over there fast enough to buy them, lol.
richreed701
XS650 Member
Thanks. I already monitor craigslist for parts, bargains, genuine vintage rarities, and various farkles. I'll keep my eye out.
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Norman5379
XS650 New Member
Finally done my 1972 XS
eidemaddin
XS650 Enthusiast
That's my youngster in the barn 
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That is a really nice looking bike!
I like your style...
eidemaddin
XS650 Enthusiast
Well, as an 81 model, that's the nest egg among all that old iron 
And thanks! I actually bought the engine as a new part in 1985 - at that time, Yamaha threw out the remaining large stocks to make room. Since the motor was only driven by me and treated well (especially warmed up properly), it has never been apart. This bike rides like it came straight from the shop : )
And thanks! I actually bought the engine as a new part in 1985 - at that time, Yamaha threw out the remaining large stocks to make room. Since the motor was only driven by me and treated well (especially warmed up properly), it has never been apart. This bike rides like it came straight from the shop : )
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My "81 Special"...Well, as an 81 model, that's the nest egg among all the old iron
eidemaddin
XS650 Enthusiast
This certainly falls into the field of somatic physics, a hot topic of recent research right after quantum theory
Bloody love the look of that bike, and the loctaion Kevin
But the image below shows your bike off better!.......
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That was a tough pic to get. A guy with a really heavy GF were going to the beach and I waited a long time for her to waddle out of frame.Bloody love the look of that bike, and the loctaion Kevin
But the image below shows your bike off better!.......
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Careful, she might be among the readership here and may take offense at your description of her displacement... just sayin'
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Bloody love the look of that bike, and the loctaion Kevin
But the image below shows your bike off better!.......
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As the late George Carlin said "Battleships are heavy, people are fat".
malomoto
XS650 Member
Daaaang that's pretty
