1977 Yamaha XS650 - 2-Page Vintage Motorcycle Ad

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1977 Yamaha XS650 - 2-Page Vintage Motorcycle Ad
Original, vintage 2-Page magazine advertisement.
Page Size: Approx: 8" x 11" (21 cm x 28 cm) each page
Condition: Good
The Yamaha XS650: The evolution of a classic.
The Yamaha XS650 is a classic
in every sense: styling, performance,
reliability, ease of maintenance and
economy of operation. In 1970,
Yamaha introduced the XS-1. Over
the years, Yamaha has continued to
develop and apply state-of-the-art
technology in refining, modifying
and improving this machine to its
present level of sophistication and
dependability: The 1977 XS650.
The heart of the machine, its
650cc S.O.H.C. twin cylinder en-
gine, pulls strongly from idle through
redline. Breathing through twin
38mm constant velocity carburetors,
it develops smooth power and out-
standing fuel economy A positive
crankcase ventilation system reduces
emissions. And special alloy valve
seats permit the use of unleaded gas.
The close-ratio five-speed trans-
mission, activated by a short-throw
foot lever, lets the rider fully exploit
the engine’s broad powerband. A
duplex cradle frame, reinforced in
high stress areas, combined with
Cerrani-style front forks and five-
way adjustable rear shock absorbers,
provide sure tracking and a smooth
ride. Additionally, light alloy rims
reduce unsprung weight assuring
greater stability. A fade-resistant
front disc brake and a conventional
drum brake in the rear combined
with the road-gripping tires, stop you
straight and quick.
The new automotive-type in-
strument cluster is easily read at a
glance. Also new for 1977 are self-
cancelling turn signals.
In short, the XS650 offers you
the best of both worlds: not only an
outstanding modern touring ma-
chine, but also one of the great classic
machines from Yamaha.
The 1977 XS650 is available
now, at your Yamaha Dealer’s.
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