Yamaha XS650

Yamaha’s first four-stroke, a twin in the spirit of the British machines but with an overhead camshaft.

The XS650 was more reliable and oil-tight than its British models. It was made until 1985 and is now a common basis for custom motorcycles.

Materials: Steel frame, parallel-twin engine

Manufacture: Made in Japan.

The upright twin with its camshaft on top.

The classic form with a round headlamp and a slim tank.

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