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To have no doubts about what yer riding, build your own ..
1980 SG - "Blue Balls"
Complete Restoration - Finished June 21/2010
- 1179 kit
- 80/81 carbs 42.5/115 mains with XS pods
- Mac 4 into 1 exhaust
- Venture auto CCT
- progressive fork springs - no air
- Mike's progressive rear shocks
- Galfer S.S. Brake Lines
- XSDirect - Black Coils
- 8 mm S.S. Core Plug Wires
- T.C. fuse box
- TKat fork brace
- Geezer regulator
- Battlax BT45 V-Rated tires
- 5W40 - Rotella T6 Synth Engine Oil
- rest of bike is "good old Yamaha"
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It looks legit to me...Originally posted by Yamanatic View Post
The 85mph speedos didn't arrive until the '80 model year, the US version '79F had a slightly different paint scheme compared to the '78 so the 'missing' stripe on the sidecover is correct, but it is missing the handle. But that could have been removed for a rack/sissybar and lost.
The paint looks pretty decent, considering the sun exposure it's probably gotten in the southwest. Looks like a very nice, unrestored example. Very nice chrome from what I can see (I'm coveting those rear shocks...). Given the nicks/dings in the top of the tank, the price is a bit high for my taste, but seeing how they ain't makin' 'em anymore, it might not be a bad deal...Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two
'78E original owner - resto project
'78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
'82 XJ rebuild project
'80SG restified, red SOLD
'79F parts...
'81H more parts...
Other current bikes:
'93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
'86 XL883/1200 Chopper
'82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...Comment
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78e
I said 78E, not 79 and I think the 79 also had a 160 mph speedo.....Mine did.You can't stay young forever, but you can be immature for the rest of your life...
'78E "Pathfinder" Show bike...
Lovingly restored by Dave Delzell
Drilled airbox
Tkat fork brace
Hardly mufflers
late model carbs
Newer style fuses
Oil pressure guage
Custom security system
Stainless braid brake linesComment
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despite the great looking bike this is what i thought was crazy..."peruchust" also I dont care where, or how you stored this bike, there is no way that the original back tire from 1979 is still good...NO WAY AT ALL!...It would have been completely rotten...even off the ground...NO WAY! and the current bid is 3900 right now...but if it sells for that more power to him!...Originally posted by Yamanatic View PostDaily Driver - '04 Suzuki Marauder 1600
Project Bike - '79 XS1100 Special
Hi my name is Nate and I'm am Addict...I quit riding every night before bed and can't help but start riding again the next morning...
Ride Till You Die!
"MESS WITH THE BEST DIE LIKE THE REST" -Semper Fidelis!
“Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects the handlebars to the saddle.”
"When in doubt, Gas it!. If it doesnt fix the problem, at least it will end the suspense!"Comment
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Don't worry, it doesn't have the OEM tire on it. If you look at the pic of the rear brake, you can see the tire size; 120/90-17, or one size under current replacement size, and certainly not the 4.50H-17 Bridgestone these came with. Besides, given the mileage, the OEM tire would be worn out anyway. I was amazed at how fast mine ate the rear tire (first replacement at about 5k), much quicker than the XS2 I sold to buy the 11...Originally posted by g15usmc View Post
Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two
'78E original owner - resto project
'78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
'82 XJ rebuild project
'80SG restified, red SOLD
'79F parts...
'81H more parts...
Other current bikes:
'93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
'86 XL883/1200 Chopper
'82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...Comment
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the reason i said something about the wheel is because the seller did...he saidOriginally posted by crazy steve View PostDon't worry, it doesn't have the OEM tire on it. If you look at the pic of the rear brake, you can see the tire size; 120/90-17, or one size under current replacement size, and certainly not the 4.50H-17 Bridgestone these came with. Besides, given the mileage, the OEM tire would be worn out anyway. I was amazed at how fast mine ate the rear tire (first replacement at about 5k), much quicker than the XS2 I sold to buy the 11...which is why I thought it was strangeOriginally posted by Ebay Top-rated seller - xs-elevenDaily Driver - '04 Suzuki Marauder 1600
Project Bike - '79 XS1100 Special
Hi my name is Nate and I'm am Addict...I quit riding every night before bed and can't help but start riding again the next morning...
Ride Till You Die!
"MESS WITH THE BEST DIE LIKE THE REST" -Semper Fidelis!
“Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects the handlebars to the saddle.”
"When in doubt, Gas it!. If it doesnt fix the problem, at least it will end the suspense!"Comment
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I thought the same thing too when I saw that pic!Originally posted by crazy steve View PostDon't worry, it doesn't have the OEM tire on it. If you look at the pic of the rear brake, you can see the tire size; 120/90-17, or one size under current replacement size, and certainly not the 4.50H-17 Bridgestone these came with. Besides, given the mileage, the OEM tire would be worn out anyway. I was amazed at how fast mine ate the rear tire (first replacement at about 5k), much quicker than the XS2 I sold to buy the 11...Nathan
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1978 XS1100E
K&N Filter
#45 pilot Jet, #137.5 Main Jet
OEM Exhaust
ATK Fork Brace
LED Dash lights
Ammeter, Oil Pressure, Oil Temp, and Volt Meters
Green Monster Coils
SS Brake Lines
Vision 550 Auto Tensioner
In any moment of decision the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.
Theodore RooseveltComment
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I like the guys response.
Q: I am interested to see if that $8000 starting price is a mis-print? Thanks!
A: Hello, and thank you for the inquiry! The opening bid is $8000 and not a misprint. The amount was determined using 3 criteria: Bike value, parts value, and I'm crazy. 1/3 of the worth is the parts (mostly the exhaust), and 2/3 the machine. In the last few years only one other pair of NOS mufflers (that I have seen), sold on eBay for $1600; that system was not as complete but equally as rare. There is an additional box of new parts that weighs about 40 pounds too; buying 40 pounds of Yamaparts will drain even the thickest wallet! Truly Minty E's in unrestored original condition are seldom offered or still exist, and usually trade in the $4.5K to $6K range unless divorce is imminent. In 1978, the XS11 was the most powerful motorcycle money could buy, and the flagship of reliability. Being fortunate enough to own one then, it was sure fun smoking off everything in sight with a stock Marooner. The XS11E is Yamaha's very impressive entry into the "Big 4-Banger" era of the CB750 & Z1, and a justifiably appreciating classic. Regards, Warren'81 XS1100 SH
Melted to the ground during The Valley Fire
Sep. 12th 2015
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