1979 Yamaha XS1100 Special

[@Diesel_mechanic065]

I’m 16 I just got one in a trade. I’ve had dirt bikes before but nothing like this. It’s definitely a learning curve but I love it already

[@stephenloflin4772]

My dad got two new bikes in the early 80's, a Nighthawk 650 and a Magna V65.....they gave off a certain smell when they heated up. That was over 30 years ago and I can remember that smell.

[@stephenloflin4772]

I love these 4-cylinder Japanese bikes. Shaft drive and 3-disc brakes. WOW.

[@charlesnoggler6972]

love it one back in 79 would love to have another one

[@ljr7945]

I absolutely loved the XS1100 Midnight Special

[@jordanmatte1144]

My first road bike was an 81 Midnight Special XS1100.. I beat the snot out of that bike, other than valve shims and regular tune ups she would not die! Heavy, smooth, and fast!

[@robertmackay4059]

My grandfather has this exact same bike but has the back rack and sissy bar, it’s been sitting in his garage for 26 years and I’m planning on getting it running and back to life soon

[@shiftittwistit6677]

Man I love the old classics. I really enjoy seeing seeing all the bikes you show. Take care guys!

[@Kram2525]

Always loved these bikes. You couldn't go wrong with this or a KZ1000LTD if you wanted a cruiser look.

[@dno275]

My best friend Dan bought one new in 79. He said it would do the quarter mile in 10 seconds. When we rode together he would totally smoke my Honda 750. And the reason that back tire is bald is it could smoke the tires from first to third. Great bike thanks for posting.

[@voodootrucker]

Picking one of these beauties up next week it hasn't ran in 8 years but a case of beer is all it's going to cost me to bring it home.

[@BROOKLYNSPEED]

One of the greatest sounding machines when a 4into1 Kerker is slapped on them. Fantastic engines. Torque for days…You can slap ZRX carbs at them and they run even meaner.

[@domvalero4290]

Essa Yamaha faz parte da época das motos mais lindas já fabricadas anos 70 e 80 .

[@DomVito87]

Funny I’m picking one up tomorrow.

[@Kickstart500]

Oh damn was there ever a more beautiful bike than the midnight special version of those? Blacked out with gold trim..

[@stephenloflin4772]

If I remember correctly Ken has had a few come through. They are all special bikes for sure.

[@Kickstart500]

@@stephenloflin4772 I think I remember one awhile back

[@stephenloflin4772]

@@Kickstart500 I was never a Yama guy. Honda all the way.

[@Kickstart500]

@@stephenloflin4772 I’ve had Yamahas, Honda’s, Kawasaki, Indian, Harley and KTM. The Honda’s have been my faves but I love them all!

[@stephenloflin4772]

@@Kickstart500 I love them all as well, but those Hondas are the most reliable machines on the planet. I'd like to see Ken get a '85 CR 80. That bike kicked the KX 80 off the pedestal. You had to rebuild the top end after a few days but that bike ripped.

[@pjay4972]

very nice.another great video.

[@jethrox827]

Just beautiful

[@totljag1]

My buddy had the Midnight Special , was even cooler was all black and gold

[@totljag1]

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[@dashriprok5852]

Neighbor had a midnight special, bought new at dealership had a different lady on it every day..he got crazy and IT killed him.!

[@jonty4664]

Nice old bike 👊🏻👊🏻🇬🇧👍🏻

[@themeanaverage.1692]

I want to see those 6 cylinder kwakas!

[@hotwire62]

I had a 1979 XS1100 and it hauled ass

[@dougderby9454]

Saw a 79 XS 1100. 800 miles. Always kept in a garage. They wouldn't sell it.

[@ScaryFrog15]

I just bought one of these from my uncle, you have any tips on restoration?

[@gtemnykh]

Classic Yamahammer that will leave just about any new Harley for DEAD from a light.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Even your '76 XS500 would embarrass a Harley from a light haha!

[@richardmorris7063]

Is that chain or shaft driven.they were pretty fast in a conservative looking pkg.

[@tommyjakks]

My uncle passed away and has this …. How much would it be to restore one?

[@mikestowe6136]

think your gonna take a bath on this one especially with trans issue but cant win them all

[@KaplanCycles]

Yup so true

[@erlingcypriansen]

1979👍

[@llewvirtue861]

You are making me jealous

[@icanseeyouallfromuphere]

Smart bike, clean, cheap to run about on I expect with stock set up, they do make a smart cheap custom but thats too clean huh

[@neilkropelnicki1790]

how much

[@KaplanCycles]

Www.kaplancycles.com on eBay tomorrow

[@francoismoreira1583]

👌👊🏻🙏🇫🇷

[@paulroge6758]

🤣😀😅😂🤣😅💪✌️✌️ XS 1100 SIDE CAR French Camenber Krazy Ô fack 💯💯💯😂🤣😅🤣😂😅

[@justaman-km1hl]

Had one and it was a beast!