Project XS650 “Modern Café”

This page is dedicated to my XS650 project, but I also have a list of cool XS650 resources.

1978 Yamaha XS650 Special

Chassis Modifications

• Rebuilt fork with progressive springs
• Custom battery box by Retrofit
• Hugh’s Handbuilt fork brace

Exterior Modifications

• Custom café seat
• Triumph style headlight bucket with halogen light
• R1 style LED taillight with integrated signals
• Motolanna top triple clamp
• Vortex clip-ons

Electronics / Ignition Modifications

• Hugh’s Handbuilt PMA Kit
• PAMCO ignition with e-advancer
• Custom wiring harness by Retrofit

Engine Modifications

• MAC 2-1 Exhaust with custom baffle by Retrofit
• K&N RC-0982 air filters

Suspension & Brake Modifications

• Dual disc conversion with XS1100 Special rotors
• FZR front calipers with custom adapter brackets
• FZR rear caliper with custom bracket by Retrofit
• Brembo radial 16mm front master cylinder
• Brembo radial R1 rear master cylinder