The Yamaha XS650 is a mid-size [2] motorcycle that was made by the Yamaha Motor Company. The standard model was introduced in October 1969, and produced until 1979. The "Special" …

After making only 2-stroke models since its founding in 1955, Yamaha Motor introduced this model as its first to mount a 4-stroke engine.

Mar 14, 2022 · This 1971 Yamaha XS1-B is powered by a numbers-matching 653cc four-stroke parallel twin paired with a five-speed transmission and is finished in gold with white stripes. …

Apr 24, 2021 · The Yamaha XS-1 was a Air Cooled, Four Stroke, Parallel Twin Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valves Per Cylinder Naked motorcycle produced by Yamaha in 1970. Max torque was 39.83 …

Aug 30, 2012 · This green Yamaha XS1 is an American machine imported into UK . In 1968 British industry finally launched the Triumph Trident and BSA Rocket 3 only to be aced less …

Mar 21, 2025 · The first Yamaha 4-stroke model featured a 650cc vertical, twin cylinder engine. It became extremely popular due to its reliability and high level of rider enjoyment. …

In our first installment this week of November’s 2016’s Ride of the Month nominations, we feature the 1971 Yamaha XS1-650 presented by nominee Ray Curran. Here is some general …

Breaking With Tradition To Extend An Older One, Yamaha Comes Up With A Well-Disguised Racing Engine In A Sporting Big Bore Roadster. YAMAHA'S NEW BIG BORE will be likely to …

Oct 17, 2011 · Yamaha XS1-B 650cc – Motorcycle Sport July 1972 After making only 2-stroke models for the 15 years since its founding, to the point that its brand name had become …

Apr 28, 2011 · With twin Mikuni carbs, the XS1's 653cc engine delivered ample power, but was set up with efficiency and economy in mind, not outright power. A horizontally split crankcase …