Yamaha XS-2 650

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Yamaha XS-2 650
Manufacturer
Production 1972
Class Classic
Engine
Air Cooled, Twin cylinder, 4 Stroke
Bore / Stroke 76.2mm x 76.2mm
Horsepower 52.97 HP (39.5 KW) @ 7250RPM
Transmission Gear box: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Brakes Front: Single Disc
Rear: Expanding Brake
Front Tire 3.50-19
Rear Tire 4.00-18
Weight
Recommended Oil Yamalube 10w-40
Manuals Service Manual


The Yamaha XS-2 650 was a Air Cooled, Twin cylinder, 4 Stroke Classic motorcycle produced by Yamaha in 1972. Claimed horsepower was 52.97 HP (39.5 KW) @ 7250 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 76.2mm bore x 76.2mm stroke result in a displacement of just 650.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5 Speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.50-19 front tire and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single Disc in the front and a Expanding Brake in the rear.

1972 - 1980 Yamaha XS-2 650[edit | edit source]

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The XS-2 650 has the reputation of being the 'best Triumph that Triumph never made'. This being said, the Japanese mimicked the overall stance, footpeg position, tank design, and general engine shape. Without a closer look, the two are easily mistaken for one another. The XS-2 650 was produced until 1985. In the United States, the last model year was 1983 with Canada, Europe and other markets continuing into 1984 and 1985.