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  • #1

    Scored a XS850 Special

    I've noticed a few months ago on my drive to work a XS appeared to be pulled out of this fellers garage and left outside as if it was intentionally being punished. From a distance it looked like the guy might have been trying to work on it at first as some parts were on the ground. I pulled in one day to inquire about it and the guys son in law told me it was his FIL's and he wasn't sure if it was for sale but he thought he would probably sell it. I told him I wouldn't be interested if it wasn't an 1100 and not to bother getting a number I just wanted to have a quick look. So when I got closer I confirmed it was a tripe and didn't really give much thought to it and decided I'd go about my business. About a mile down the road and I started to kick myself for not getting the guys number.

    Well, today I decided to stop in and ask again about it because I figured if nothing else Id like the round head light and maybe my dad would like the final drive to do the mod... Turns out the guy took it on trade as someone owed him money and he was considering scrapping it . He's got the title and we worked out a deal, $50 and a case of beer. I will go pick it up next week and post a picture. Unfortunately he trashed the whole seat because he said it was cracked and ripped but otherwise it looks like a complete bike.
    Last edited by WMarshy; 07-10-2014, 07:02 PM.
    '79 XS11 F
    Stock except K&N

    '79 XS11 SF
    Stock, no title.

    '84 Chevy K-10 "Big Blue"
    GM 350, Muncie SM465, NP208, GM 10 Bolt with 3.42gears turnin 31x10.5 Baja Claws

    "What they do have is an implacable, unrelenting presence and movement that bespeaks massive power lurking behind paint and chrome. They don't wail like a screeching ninja, the don't rumble like a harley. They just growl like a spactic, stressed out badger waiting to rip your face off and eat your soul." Trainzz~RIP~
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  • #2
    Xs850

    Even with the trashed seat, sounds like the price was right. What kind of beer?

    Mike
    1981 XS1100H Venturer
    K&N Air Filter
    ACCT
    Custom Paint by Deitz
    Geezer Rectifier/Regulator
    Chacal Stainless Steel Braided Brake Lines
    Chrome Front Rotor & Caliper Covers
    Stebel Nautilus Horn
    EBC Front Rotors
    Limie Accent Moves On In 2015

    Mike

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    • #3
      Originally posted by MPittma100 View Post
      What kind of beer?

      Mike
      Cold I would hope.
      Greg

      Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”

      ― Albert Einstein

      80 SG Ol' Okie;79 engine & carbs w/pods, 45 pilots, 140 mains, Custom Mac 4 into 2 exhaust, ACCT,XS850 final drive,110/90/19 front tire,TKat fork brace, XS750 140 MPH speedometer, Vetter IV fairing, aftermarket hard bags and trunk, LG high back seat, XJ rear shocks.

      The list changes.

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      • #4
        Originally posted by MPittma100 View Post
        Even with the trashed seat, sounds like the price was right. What kind of beer?

        Mike
        He didn't make a request so... Cold!
        '79 XS11 F
        Stock except K&N

        '79 XS11 SF
        Stock, no title.

        '84 Chevy K-10 "Big Blue"
        GM 350, Muncie SM465, NP208, GM 10 Bolt with 3.42gears turnin 31x10.5 Baja Claws

        "What they do have is an implacable, unrelenting presence and movement that bespeaks massive power lurking behind paint and chrome. They don't wail like a screeching ninja, the don't rumble like a harley. They just growl like a spactic, stressed out badger waiting to rip your face off and eat your soul." Trainzz~RIP~

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        • #5
          If you need a seat pan I've got one I don't need ? Just the pan, rubber cushions under the seat gone, foam gone. The latch is there, it's from an 80SG 850.
          76 XS650 C ROADSTER
          80 XS650 G Special II
          https://ibb.co/album/icbGgF
          80 XS 1100 SG
          81 XS 1100LH/SH DARKHORSE
          https://tinyurl.com/k6nzvtw
          AKA; Don'e, UD, Unca Don'e

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          • #6
            Thanks, I'll keep you in mind.
            '79 XS11 F
            Stock except K&N

            '79 XS11 SF
            Stock, no title.

            '84 Chevy K-10 "Big Blue"
            GM 350, Muncie SM465, NP208, GM 10 Bolt with 3.42gears turnin 31x10.5 Baja Claws

            "What they do have is an implacable, unrelenting presence and movement that bespeaks massive power lurking behind paint and chrome. They don't wail like a screeching ninja, the don't rumble like a harley. They just growl like a spactic, stressed out badger waiting to rip your face off and eat your soul." Trainzz~RIP~

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            • #7
              Sounds like you scored a cool ride. I have no experiences with the Yamaha triples...for some reason I totally overlooked them all these years...Look forward to seeing some pics...and your progress on it...
              1980 XS650G Special-Two
              1993 Honda ST1100

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              • #8
                Wade for $50 plus shipping I can send you a very nice, never mounted 750/850 seat with gel cushion built in, air bladder and adjustable backrest for driver or passenger. I bought it on fleaBay for $200 in my early XS11 years thinkng it would fit and its been waiting on a shelf for a new owner. I'd just like to see it get used so if fifty is too much let me know.

                BTW save old seat for hinges as this one has none (never mounted by me - I am guessing it may have been at some point?). Backrest vinyl could be reglued but its useable as is.





                John
                Last edited by jwhughes3; 07-11-2014, 08:59 AM. Reason: Added pics
                John is in an anonymous city with an Alamo (N29.519227,W-98.678980)

                Go ahead, click on the bikes - you know you want to...the electrons are ready.
                '81 XS1100H - "Enterprise"
                Bob Jones Custom Navy bike: Tkat brace, EBC floating rotors & SS lines, ROX pivot risers, Geezer rectifier, new 3H3 engine

                "Not all treasure is silver and gold"

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                • #9
                  I have 750/850 standards. Good bikes.
                  1979 XS1100F
                  2H9 Mod, Truck-Lite LED Headlight, TECHNA-FIT S/S Brake Lines, Rear Air Shocks, TKAT Fork Brace, Dyna DC-I Coils, TC Fuse Block, Barnett HD Clutch Springs, Superbike Handlebars, V-Star 650 ACCT, NGK Irridium Plugs, OEM Exhaust. CNC-Cut 2nd Gear Dogs; Ported/Milled Head; Modded Airbox: 8x8 Wix Panel Filter; #137.5 Main Jet, Viper Yellow Paint, Michelin Pilot Activ F/R, Interstate AGM Battery, 14MM MC, Maier Fairing, Cree LED Fog Lights.

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                  • #10
                    Wow congratulations WMarshy! Unbelievable deal for a fun project.

                    BTW a six pack of beer was part of the $450 purchase price of my XS1100SF. But it was only Budweiser.

                    I love my two XS750 Specials. It be so hard to decide which one to part with next Spring, as I have loved them both into reasonable condition, but 3 bikes is more than I can rationalize.
                    -Mike
                    _________
                    '79 XS1100SF 20k miles
                    '80 XS1100SG 44k miles
                    '81 XS1100H Venturer 35k miles
                    '79 XS750SF 17k miles
                    '85 Honda V65 Magna ~7k miles
                    '84 Honda V65 Magna 48k miles (parts bike)
                    '86 Yamaha VMAX 9k miles

                    Previous: '68 Motoguzzi 600cc + '79 XS750SF 22k miles +'84 Honda V65

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                    • #11
                      Nice Score

                      I restored to life an 80SG XS850. It's a sweet ride.

                      Deny
                      1978 XS1100E - The TimeMachine
                      1980 XS850 Special - Little Mo

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                      • #12
                        Thanks guys. Todays pay day and I will be picking up the beer and the bike.

                        Pictures are sure to follow. Im interested to hear how the 3 banger sounds. Anyone have a pipe for it they want to get rid of?
                        '79 XS11 F
                        Stock except K&N

                        '79 XS11 SF
                        Stock, no title.

                        '84 Chevy K-10 "Big Blue"
                        GM 350, Muncie SM465, NP208, GM 10 Bolt with 3.42gears turnin 31x10.5 Baja Claws

                        "What they do have is an implacable, unrelenting presence and movement that bespeaks massive power lurking behind paint and chrome. They don't wail like a screeching ninja, the don't rumble like a harley. They just growl like a spactic, stressed out badger waiting to rip your face off and eat your soul." Trainzz~RIP~

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                        • #13
                          mine stock has 2 pipes. A 2in 1 and the other side is straight back and it also has the h pipe. The sound pretty good hitting on 120 degrees.
                          Jeff
                          77 XS750 2D completely stock
                          79 SF XS1100 "Picky" stock with harley mufflers

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                          • #14
                            Big disappointment

                            Unfortunately the guy sold the bike before I could get him the money... Even though he said I had nothing to worry about and it wasn't going any where... I hate liars. Just hope someone was going to do something constructive with it. The good news is I have a case of beer now for my shop fridge.

                            The other good news is I've found a mostly complete a 80 SG for papers that I might be able to swipe for the same or a little more. I'll be calling that guy this weekend.
                            Last edited by WMarshy; 07-18-2014, 02:23 PM.
                            '79 XS11 F
                            Stock except K&N

                            '79 XS11 SF
                            Stock, no title.

                            '84 Chevy K-10 "Big Blue"
                            GM 350, Muncie SM465, NP208, GM 10 Bolt with 3.42gears turnin 31x10.5 Baja Claws

                            "What they do have is an implacable, unrelenting presence and movement that bespeaks massive power lurking behind paint and chrome. They don't wail like a screeching ninja, the don't rumble like a harley. They just growl like a spactic, stressed out badger waiting to rip your face off and eat your soul." Trainzz~RIP~

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                            • #15
                              Likely he told a friend about unloading it and they offered him more $$.

                              Greedy bastard.



                              Tell him if he wants that 850 seat its $250 bucks for him!

                              If you were not so gosh darned far away I got bikes here and no beer in the fridge!

                              John
                              John is in an anonymous city with an Alamo (N29.519227,W-98.678980)

                              Go ahead, click on the bikes - you know you want to...the electrons are ready.
                              '81 XS1100H - "Enterprise"
                              Bob Jones Custom Navy bike: Tkat brace, EBC floating rotors & SS lines, ROX pivot risers, Geezer rectifier, new 3H3 engine

                              "Not all treasure is silver and gold"

                              Comment

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