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If you’ve got a XS650 that you’re working on, you’ve come to the right place.
Whether you’re doing a full rebuild or restoration motorcycle project or you just need to complete some routine maintenance, we’ve got all the information and links to what you need to do the job right.
On this page you’ll find:
- Links to the motorcycle service manual for your XS650.
- Where you can find used XS650s for sale to start a new motorcycle project or get a parts bike.
- Specs, details, and information about the history of the XS650.
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Yamaha XS650 Specs
The XS 650, along with its XS-1 and XS-2 variations, was a standard motorcycle produced by Yamaha from 1969 to 1985.
At the time of its launch, its engine was one of the most advanced parallel twins.
Yamaha XS650 specs include:
- Top Speed: 105 mph
- Engine Displacement: 654cc
- Cylinders/Engine Type: Air cooled parallel twin
- Compression Ratio: 8.4:1
- Transmission: 5 speed
- Wet Weight: 428 lbs
Refer to the table below for full specs for the Yamaha XS650.
| Category | Spec |
| Class | Road/Standard |
| Engine | Twin, 4-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 75.0mm x 74.0mm |
| Top Speed | 105 mph (171 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 6800RPM |
| Fuel System | Carburetor |
| Air Filter | K&N YA-1152 `76-79 |
| Spark Plug | NGK BP7ES ’76-80, NGK B8ES ’70-72 , ’75 |
| Battery | YUASA YB14L-A2 |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed |
| Final Drive | Chain, 530×104 |
| Front Sprocket | 17T |
| Rear Sprocket | 34T |
| Front Brake | Dual disc |
| Rear Brake | Drum brake |
| Front Tire | 3.25-19 |
| Rear Tire | 4.00-18 |
| Weight | 225.0 kg (wet) |
| Oil Filter | K&N KN-144 |
| Recommended Oil | Yamalube 10w-40 |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) |
XS650 Years & Variations
Model variations for the XS650 include:
- 1970 XS-1
- 1971 XS-1B
- 1972 XS-2
- 1973 XS2B/TX650
- 1974 TX650-A
- 1975 XS650B
- 1976 XS650C
- 1977 XS-D
- 1978 XS-E
- 1979 XS-F
- 1980 XS-G
- 1981 XS-H
Find a XS650 for Sale Near You
If you’re looking for a XS650 of your own or need a donor parts bike for your current motorcycle project, you can use the MotorcycleZombies.com used bike search tool to find what you’re looking for.
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These motorcycle search engines search Craigslist listing for the entire state so you don’t have to individually search each specific region.
Once you’ve got the bike up and running, be sure to check back to our motorcycle registration and title guides if you need help getting plates (Especially if you’ve bought the XS650 without a title).