Motorcycle Repair: yamaha xj650 maxim imported usa 1981, yamaha xj 650, yz80


Question
could you tell me if the u.k yamaha xj 650 will fit into my bike or another engine that will with out to many alterations thank you alan

Answer
Hi Alan,

I'm experienced with engine swapping of YZ80 and TZ250 into YSR50 frames. : )

Most engines wqill work with mild fabrication. You may have to fab bracket engine mounts (watch chain alingment). XS engines are very workable.

Respectfully,
Mark Shively