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Motorcycle Discussions => Japanese Bikes => Topic started by: DURZOFLINT 1911 on April 27, 2016, 03:24:44 AM

Title: 1980 yamaha xs850 "midnight special"
Post by: DURZOFLINT 1911 on April 27, 2016, 03:24:44 AM

I am restoring a 1980 xs850 midnight special, i got the bike from a friend who drove it into the ground, well as i was taking it apart to repair and repaint the frame i found some wiring and a lot of mechanical issues, i would like to know what the best way to 1. rebuild this bike in the most cost effective manor. 2. converting a shaft driven engine to a chain driven. 3. can i make a new seat since my previous one was destroyed by snow and the elements.

Title: Re: 1980 yamaha xs850 "midnight special"
Post by: murdo on April 28, 2016, 09:13:49 AM

Why do you want to convert it to chain drive?

Title: Re: 1980 yamaha xs850 "midnight special"
Post by: mini-me on April 28, 2016, 01:48:51 PM

There is no cost effective manner to rebuild a knackered 35 year old jap bike.