1971 Yamaha XS1B 650
Price: £3,600
Description
Highlights
- Beautiful example of what was Yamaha's largest, most powerful bike of the era
- Restored circa 2018
- Period-correct 'Candy Orange' colour scheme
- Advisory-free MOT valid until August 2025
The Appeal
When the 1970s arrived, Yamaha were sitting in a pretty comfortable place at the top end of the motorcycle market. Well respected and primarily known for its twin-stroke engines, the new XS motorcycle must have been quite an eyebrow-raiser. It was bigger, it was faster, and it carried a gem in its belly - a 654cc four-stroke that placed amongst one of the most advanced reciprocating engines that they had ever assembled.
This example comes to us in the bike's near-synonymous Candy Orange colour scheme, still shining following a restoration around 6 years ago. These bikes are only becoming more popular some fifty years later, and it's little wonder. You've the perfect opportunity to get your hands on a truly superb retro mount.
This example comes to us in the bike's near-synonymous Candy Orange colour scheme, still shining following a restoration around 6 years ago. These bikes are only becoming more popular some fifty years later, and it's little wonder. You've the perfect opportunity to get your hands on a truly superb retro mount.
The History and Paperwork
- Sadly we've not been informed of much regarding this bike's history
- Built in 1971
- Restored in circa 2018
- Re-registered in the UK this year
- Advisory-free MOT valid until August 2025
- Currently indicates 06,897 miles
The Condition
- Impressively presented following a restoration in 2018
- Only very gentle signs of wear, none of which is intrusive
- Beautiful Candy Orange colour scheme
- Badges and branding all present and correct
- Seat is in good order
- Instruments are clear and legible
The Mechanics
- Powered by a 654cc four-stroke engine
- 5-speed manual transmission
- Offers 53bhp and a top speed of 105mph
- All mechanical components look in good, clean order
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
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Seller
Auction
Auction lot no
86
Category
Motor Bikes
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