1979 Yamaha XS650

6
7
1
2
3
4
5

What was your intended objective when you started the build?

Build something that not everyone has and do something different

What motivated you to start your project?

The passing of my dad to honor him and to get back out and ride

What was the most unique and creative thing you did to the bike?

Up dated electronics and make it a cool old bike

What are you most proud of?

Doing it myself

One Comment

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Rate this build

- (0 ratings)
Submitted by: James W

Submit your email to win fantastic prices. This is completely optional. Visit our email submission page to enter.

Specifics

Make, Model & Year: 1979 Yamaha Xs650
Fondly known as: The bike as my wife calls it
Time spent: 1year
Motorcycle cost: 1000
Money spent: 2500
Engine: XS650 motor it’s been rephased 277 and bored out to 750 with disco pistons
Intake: Tc bros billet
Exhaust: Custom pandemonium choppers sweeps thanks Daniel they rock
Transmission: Upgraded 5th gear overdrive and new bearings
Frame: Custom hardtail
Wheels, tires and brakes: Powder coated factory mags
Finish – Paint: Deep black
Accessories: Digital Speedo with cylinder head temp and volt meter

Share