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1978 Yamaha Xs on 2040-motos

US $3,800.00
YearYear:1978 MileageMileage:12
Location:

Ames, Iowa, United States

Ames, Iowa, United States
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Yamaha XS description



'78 xs650 
Modifications:
Cut out rear tubing just below the seat and bent new tubing to drop the seat. 
Made a new seat pan and had the Haifley Brothers upholster it. 
Handmade sissy bar
Raised neck of frame using new Dom tubing on downtubes and backbone. 
4" over forks and shaved and polished legs.  
Converted the frame to accommodate the rear drum setup. 
Handmade handlebars 
New high mount gas tank 
Custom exhaust
Pamco electronic ignition
New permanent magnet alternator 
Champion Firestone tire in rear, Avon in front 
Title in my name. Currently registered. 
Runs well. No leaks. Some minor scratches, imperfections on paint but no major issues it looks ridden as it has been. 
Located in Ames Iowa. 
Will assist with shipping as needed. 

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