I ride an '82 Yamaha XS650SJ. The Quintessential Motorcycle. For the past few years I have been "restifying" it. Among the changes so far: Repainted and the Dick Brewster designed "Yamarumph" transfers fitted and clear-coated. Rims re-chromed and fitted with Buchanan's polished stainless spokes. Tires are K491 Dunlops. TKAT fork brace has been fitted. The fork gaiters are from Thumper Stuff. The suspension front and rear, is from Progressive Suspension. I also fitted roller steering head bearings and bronze swingarm bushings. The exhaust system is BUB, 2 into 2 with Conti style mufflers. Sad to report that BUB no longer makes these XS exhausts. Brakes have been upgraded with a new Kawasaki master cylinder, Ferodo linings, and stainless lines. Bars are from K&N, flat-track style, shortened 1" at each end. Bar end weights help dampen the vibes so the mirrors are clear at all speeds. I fitted aluminum bullet turn signals on homemade stalks.......<<<HOME <<BACK NEXT>
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