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1978 Yamaha Xs on 2040-motos

US $7,500.00
YearYear:1978 MileageMileage:1
Location:

West Palm Beach, Florida, United States

West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
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Yamaha XS photos

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Yamaha XS tech info

WarrantyWarranty:Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty For Sale ByFor Sale By:Private Seller

Yamaha XS description

Refurbished 1978 Yamaha XS500 Cafe Racer Motorcycle.  
General wheel base: approximately 50".
Seat height: 26"
Custom made sub-frame made from 1018 plugged steel.  Distressed leather seat.  Progressive rear shocks.  XS650 front suspension lowered 1.5".  Deglazed front rotor.  Custom painted tank and side panels.  Powder-coated white wheels and frame.  Custom clip-ons.  Quick shift throttle.  Radial master cylinder.  Dunlop TT tires.  KTM pegs, customer Harney Boy passenger foot plates.  K&N pod filters.

Tim Harney is a mototcyle builder based in Brooklyn who was featured on the Discovery Network's Cafe Racers.  
*Mileage listed is estimated miles since rebuild.*
Bike has been kept covered in storage and needs a new battery.  
Please feel free to reach out with any questions you may have. 

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