What year did Yamaha make the 650 special?

What year did Yamaha make the 650 special?

The Yamaha XS650 is a mid-size motorcycle made by Yamaha Motor Company. The standard model was introduced in October 1969,and produced through 1979. The “Special” cruiser model was introduced in 1978 and produced through 1985….Yamaha XS 650.

Yamaha XS650
Manufacturer	Yamaha Motor Company
Successor	Yamaha XSR700
Class	Standard

How much horsepower does a Yamaha 650 have?

Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Custom

Make Model	Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Custom
Starting	Electric
Max Power	40 hp / 29.2 kW @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque	50.9 Nm / 37.5 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Clutch	Wet, multiple disc

What is a 1979 650 Yamaha special worth?

Values

Excellent	$5,605
Very Good	$2,895
Good	$1,600
Fair	$1,030
Poor	N/A

Is Yamaha XS650 good?

Other than a lot of vibration the bike is great for riding to and from work (about 50 miles a day). It could handle better, but is nothing to complain about (at least not for $50) This bike is a classic… I plan to ride it for a long time and it looks great in my little collection.

Is the Yamaha XS650 reliable?

The Yamaha XS650 engine is more or less reliable. It’s made with roller bearings and everything inside is beefy. Connecting rods, transmission gears, and all bearings are just massive. Unfortuantely, it’s still a Yamaha.

What was the last year Yamaha made the V Star 650?

The Yamaha XVS650 is sold in the U.S. as the entry-level versions of the V-Star line. That line was offered from 1998 to 2008 in two different versions: the Classic and the Silverado. Both versions are built around the same 649 cc v-twin engine.

Is Yamaha XS650 a good bike?

What is the difference between a Yamaha V Star 650 Classic and custom?

The XVS650 comes in two models: the Custom with a lower seat height 695 mm (27.4 in) and slightly less weight, and the Classic with a higher seat height of 708 mm (27.9 in). The Custom is approximately 232 kg (511 lb) and the Classic approximately 15 kg heavier 247 kg (545 lb).