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1979 Yamaha Xs on 2040-motos

US $5125
YearYear:1979 MileageMileage:23 ColorColor: Red
Location:

Berlin Heights, Ohio, United States

Berlin Heights, Ohio, United States
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Yamaha XS tech info

Engine Size (cc)Engine Size (cc):750 WarrantyWarranty:Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty For Sale ByFor Sale By:Private Seller

Yamaha XS description

Bike is in GOOD cosmetic shape. Good tires brakes tank seat battery ext... was on the road beginning of the riding season this year.  #2 piston is stuck. can turn motor by hand and see #1 and #3 piston move free. previous owner ran bike out of oil. I changed the filter and oil and got the bike to fire although it was loud and only ran for 10-20 seconds before #2 piston stuck/ broke. I have a clean and clear Michigan title. bike is located in Ohio. I have the factory air box although it is not shown in the pictures. Would make a very nice start to a custom cafe / brat / scrambler / tracker style build. bike is for sale locally so I reserve the right to end action at any time. thank you feel free to ask any questions ill answer them to the best of my ability. 

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