XS1100 Final Drive

[Maggz229]

1980 XS 1100 Final Drive
I just recently joined this site and am curious if any one would know the answer to a question I have.
My question is this.
Is it true that the xs750 final drive will fit on my XS1100?
Also I was told it would gear my bike up for the highway is this true?

[The Lorax]

Yes, the drives will swap, and yes, it will gear your bike up for better fuel economy. you will likely get many replies to the same effect. I believe there is a tech tip to guide you through the process. not having done it myself, I cannot say how, only that it does work. have a nice day and ride safe . try doing a search for 750 FD or something like it.

[Maggz229]

Thank-you Lorax
I found a 750 final drive on ebay in excellent shape and got it for .99 cents off of there. I am glad to here it will work.

[AlanB]

Hi Maggz,

It is not quite a straight swap; there are a few little mods to do.

A Lorax said, look at the tech tips, or try a search on here; there is a very good instructional write-up and a load of comment and discussion on the site about this.

AlanB