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Some XS2 facts :
Engine Number and Frame Number are matching
Starting on # S650 100101
Ending on # S650 133900
Source : http://www.classicyams.com/spare-parts/spare-parts/yamaha-codelist/framenumbers/page-2.html
The XS2 was introduced in the Brilliant Red and White colorscheme, on 2nd production the Pearl Yellow Gold and Brilliant Red and Black colorsheme was offered.
The XS2 was the first XS650 model to be equiped with an electric starter and hydralic front diskbrakes. The model also had slightly different carburetors, new cylinders, new crank case covers, a new crank ass'y, transmission gear changes, new aircleaner cases with new elements, a bigger battery box, different rear shock absorbers, new front forks and more.
Go To : XS1 Ads and early pictures
XS650 Eurpean test : http://www.classicyams.com/street-bikes/4-stroke/yamaha-xs650-europe-test.html
Yamaha Partslist online : http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/parts/home.aspx