Hey guys and gals. Just introducing myself to the Forum. Currently building a 1979 Yamaha XS650. This is my first road bike, I had a couple enduro's in my teens. This build is currently stripped to the frame. We've stretched the swingarm 4" and dropped it 2" front and back. Right now I'm looking for a mono shock off the back of a sport bike.
On to the pics.
Basically what we started with, but lowered the 2" just to get an idea where she would sit.
Rear half stripped off.
Cutting off the useless bits.
Stripped down to nothing but frame.
4" of stretch in the swingarm.
Back on 2 wheels.
As she sits as of last night.
Still a work in progress. Need a tank, seat and hand controls just to name a few things. Only really get one or two nights a week to work on it but I hope to have her ready for the show in March.
I'll be sure to keep you updated on our progress.
On to the pics.
Basically what we started with, but lowered the 2" just to get an idea where she would sit.
Rear half stripped off.
Cutting off the useless bits.
Stripped down to nothing but frame.
4" of stretch in the swingarm.
Back on 2 wheels.
As she sits as of last night.
Still a work in progress. Need a tank, seat and hand controls just to name a few things. Only really get one or two nights a week to work on it but I hope to have her ready for the show in March.
I'll be sure to keep you updated on our progress.
I really like the penny pincher.
