Positioning:
Essential resource for owners and technicians to maintain and repair the Yamaha XS650SF XS650-2F 1979.
Value Proposition:
Provides dealership-level information and procedures to enable professional-quality repairs, saving time and money.
Accuracy Assurance:
Endeavored to ensure accuracy, containing all necessary instructions for any repair.
Purpose:
To help owners get the best value from their vehicle by facilitating informed maintenance and repair.
Engine:
Complete repair, disassembly, and assembly
Transmission:
Complete repair, disassembly, and assembly
Fuel System:
Repair and adjustment procedures
Ignition System:
Repair and adjustment procedures
Lubrication System:
Maintenance and repair
Exhaust System:
Maintenance and repair
Electrical System:
Comprehensive repair and troubleshooting
Bodywork:
Repair and maintenance
Brakes:
Repair and maintenance procedures for front and rear braking systems.
Suspension:
Front fork and rear shock absorber overhaul and adjustment.
Wheels Tires:
Information on wheel removal, tire mounting, and spoke tensioning.
Frame Chassis:
Inspection and maintenance of the frame and related components.
Maintenance:
Routine maintenance, tune-ups, lubrication
Removal Installation:
Component removal and installation procedures
Assembly Disassembly:
Detailed procedures for all major assemblies
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic and repair procedures for common issues
Special Tools:
Identification and usage of specialized tools
Engine Rebuild:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for complete engine disassembly, inspection, and reassembly.
Carburetor Rebuild:
Instructions for disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly of Mikuni carburetors.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting charts and procedures for electrical system faults.
Tune Up:
Procedures for engine tuning, including ignition timing, carburetor synchronization, and idle speed adjustment.
Depth:
Comprehensive, from routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission overhauls
Target Audience:
Technicians conversant with general automobile practices, DIY enthusiasts
Configuration:
745cc, Air-cooled, Four-stroke, Parallel-twin
Bore X Stroke:
75.0 mm x 82.0 mm (Approximate, common XS650 spec)
Compression Ratio:
8.5:1 (Typical for XS650 models)
Horsepower:
Approx. 50 HP @ 6700 RPM (Varies by market/tuning)
Torque:
Approx. 42 ft-lbs @ 5000 RPM (Varies by market/tuning)
Carburetion:
Dual Mikuni VM Series Carburetors (e.g., VM34)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline (91 Octane or higher recommended)
Oil Capacity:
Approx. 2.5 Liters (with filter change)
Oil Recommendation:
SAE 10W-40 or 10W-50 Motorcycle Engine Oil (API SE, SF or SG)
Oil Change:
Every 3,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first
Valve Clearance Check:
Every 6,000 km or 12 months
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 12,000 km or 12 months
Engine Oil:
SAE 10W-40 or 10W-50 Motorcycle Engine Oil (API SE, SF or SG)
Transmission Oil:
Yamaha Motorcycle Gear Oil or equivalent API GL-4
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Coolant:
Not Applicable (Air-Cooled)
Common Wear Points:
Cam chain tensioner, XS Performance exhaust leaks, electrical connections, front fork seals.
Carburetor Tuning:
Can be sensitive to tuning; requires precise synchronization and jetting for optimal performance.
Charging System:
Stator and regulator/rectifier can be prone to failure over time.
Torque Wrench Use:
Essential for ensuring fasteners are tightened to specification, particularly cylinder head and crankcase bolts.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Recommended when working with fuels, oils, and during general repair tasks.
Heritage:
Yamaha Motor Company, known for innovation and performance in motorcycles.
Xs650 Lineage:
The XS650 series, introduced in the early 1970s, was a highly influential parallel-twin motorcycle that gained a strong following for its robust engineering and classic styling.
Production Era:
1970s - early 1980s (XS650 line)