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@jordanjoestar88394 жыл бұрын
First bike in the world to run an 11 second 1/4 mile. So fast it has you literally trying full effort to not let it rip your arms off the handles. Won an Australian Moyorcycle racing championship as well.
@BobSmith-cb5xr2 жыл бұрын
The suzuki gs1100 was the first in 11 seconds. The 1983 gs1100 would pull 10 second quarters bone stock.
@joshuaconley4665 Жыл бұрын
@Bob Smith why suzuki was top of the line back then if you had one you had some Benjamin's
@johncunningham482010 ай бұрын
@@BobSmith-cb5xr . The XS-1100 was the First Japanese 1100 . Everyone else followed suit . MASSIVE torque . 100 bhp everywhere .
@RpmAuto5 жыл бұрын
Ken looks likes one of those guys from one of those 80's movies heading down the highway.
@tomcollins4945 жыл бұрын
The guy driving the motorcycle looks like Buddy Reperton from the movie Christine. Cool man
@TNTORNADO5 жыл бұрын
Hahaha
@tripleh48845 жыл бұрын
no he looks like Glen Danzig 100%..google it
@jenniferbradshaw2984 жыл бұрын
@Liberty Mongoose 420 ignorant comment,what are you doing with your life loser
@robertblanchard61964 жыл бұрын
Correction, buddy looks like Ken sr!
@jeffcorbett34814 жыл бұрын
I thought it was wolverine
@Big_John_C5 жыл бұрын
Had an 82 for 7 years, one of the fastest bikes I've owned, would peg the Speedo in 3rd gear and keep on pulling! Air ride front and back always gave a smooth ride even for extended highway cruises.
@ericromeiro66882 жыл бұрын
I still have my 1981 Yamaha 1100 Special with 10,000 miles on it always parked covered in the garage runs good
@TNTORNADO6 жыл бұрын
Im so inspired by these classic bike vids. Its my passion. And to see it run with a kickass dude like Kaplan just rocks
@tomcollins4945 жыл бұрын
Nice legs oops I mean motorcycle. I'm a harley owner but i love all motorcycles and especially survivor bikes and cars. I like the new trend of restoring motorcycles and cars from days gone by. Restoration of old cars and motorcycles is true recycling.
@deborahchesser73754 жыл бұрын
tom collins we cant keep them forever, we are just temporary care takers so we have to keep things nice. Restoring older things is doing our part to preserve history. Taking an un loved old bike or car and not only getting it running but getting it running great is gratifying.
@vontegethoff6 жыл бұрын
Ok, I had one of these too. Silky smooth at 90mph on The 10 freeway. Love your videos 😎
@Agislife19605 жыл бұрын
My buddy had the 850 version of that bike, I had the Honda CB900 custom with dual range transmission, I miss those days when cycles had straight forward styling and economical pricing.
@bonkeydollocks18793 жыл бұрын
That engine sounds so quiet, no rattles etc, beauty.
@CCitis4 ай бұрын
A little valve noise is good for that motor
@bonkeydollocks18794 ай бұрын
@@CCitis with the grea5est of respect clit, did you read my post at all?
@MrBriansAmazingWorld4 жыл бұрын
One of the best bikes ever made. So much fun to ride.
@norbertpecheq34275 жыл бұрын
No helmet,no registration number,no speed limits.....God Bless America!!! It was joke....should be ...
@PnwOnTour5 жыл бұрын
Norbert Pecheq I’ll pray for your brain 🧠
@marcus24915 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@carolinabarcellikalil98434 жыл бұрын
God bless any non developed country then
@peterjohn31232 жыл бұрын
Back in 82, Yamaha was almost giving this bike away. Couldn't sell them, back then I was riding a 1980 850 triple.
@RockinGuy19943 ай бұрын
Miss riding with my dad 😭
@stevensegaloetdemelderse50596 жыл бұрын
That's a kickass ride. Wolverine on the prowl!
@tonylama20125 жыл бұрын
Dude I was thinking sabertooth
@shoominati235 жыл бұрын
worlverine who isnt secretly gay lol
@christopherdarrough26673 жыл бұрын
Man I had one of these back in about 2000 1st bike i ever rode I couldn't believe how much power the thing had you had to respect it that was for sure
@user-gl5ok5pc7k5 жыл бұрын
Nothing beats the classics
@fingerlakesdiet560 Жыл бұрын
Great video! I'm restoring a 1980 special rebuilding the carburetors! Cheers from the Finger Lakes!
@tt-mt7rn5 жыл бұрын
I had an 81 also. Black. The original pipes sounded and looked better. 145 mph quick and no problem! Seen that bike a few months ago. 80,000 miles, no major work. You might see it running around Vegas once in awhile. Also had the midnight special with the black chrome. Should have never sold them!
@user-ko3vg7fc7o3 жыл бұрын
Now your tugging at my heart! I had an 82 maxim 750. In my favorite red! I loved that bike! Thats the one i was riding when i had my wreck. Good lord! I really loved that bike! I rode it from cali to virginia once. After the first 500 miles when my butt went numb, it was great!
@HyllBilly882 жыл бұрын
I have an '81 xs1100 standard custom hard-tail Bobber. Literally all 4 pipes are soloed out straight pipe and she is stupid LOUD ASF. Paid 1,300 for not running plus it sat out in the weather for 3yrs. I've owned it for about 1yrs+ and dump 1,300+ in getn fixed up. It needs more work a new seat etc.. it's become a nightmare and it's name is Lady-Nightmare. Since after my move back home to N.M. I raced a newer 2010+ camero and then a croch-rocket right afterwards. The camero and I we're pushing about 80-95mph. Yea he/she gave me a run for my money mad props dawg. And Judist Priest - Braking the Law was playin in my head.
@ismaeldossantos32963 жыл бұрын
I had one, only one word can describe it. AWSOME.
@shayneoliver77304 жыл бұрын
So I actually have an 81 xs1100 that my brother in law gave me. It's my first bike. I'm getting into good running condition and getting my license next spring. I love watching this video because I can't wait to take my bike for the first ride.
@briansauer66953 ай бұрын
Quite the bike for your first one! Good luck with it and don't go crazy on it please! As a rider of 40 years and no accidents (part luck), I encourage you to take a motorcycle training course! My parents made me at 15 ( the instructors let me take it but no license until I was 16 as I'd ridden dirtbikes for a few years and I'd have a bike on the road before the spring course started). I can't tell you how many times it saved my ass! My first street bike was an RD400 two stroke. I sold it and bought a 1985 Kawi 900 Eliminator brand new and still have it. I stupidly had it doing 150mph (250kph) the first year when I was 18. After the 2nd time I did that on a country road, I smacked myself in the head and said "you idiot! All it would take is a rock on the road, an animal to dart out, or someone pulling out of a driveway and you would be dead! No questions asked, no 2nd chance!" so please ride safe! I know that bike will come close to that! But enjoy it!
@duane37195 жыл бұрын
Had an 80' which was silver and dark grey if I remember. Planned a trip from Alberta to California with 2 buddies. They bailed so I went by myself. Still had a great time. Bike got covered with volcanic ash because prior to my trip Mt. St. Helen's erupted. When I went it rained steadily leaving a gritty wet ash covering my bike.
@tomservo53475 жыл бұрын
I like how Yamaha did what no one else did with their first superbike-gave it a shaft drive. I love my '79 Special. Many people will argue the XS11 was the best production bike ever made. The only problem is plastic and exhaust is getting scarce for these. The only exhaust system you can get is a 4 to 1 Mac but I'm not giving up my center stand!
@Genjokoan5 жыл бұрын
My XS11 was the superior, non special variety. I have no idea what system I used, but I installed a 4-1 *and* kept my center stand. The bike was a joy to own and ride.
@joeyflett86755 жыл бұрын
I hear you Man. I have the same bike. She's a rescue from a garden shed she's been in for 6 years. I've got her running now but there's a lot more work to be done and parts aren't exactly everywhere.
@XS-ry6ig5 жыл бұрын
Not true . Mac also has 4 into 2. I know I just bought a black set for my Midnight Special 2/19/2019, that I am restoring. That is what these pipes are . The MAC 4 into 2 chrome turnouts. Mac has about 4 different style of these pipes for this bike. Call MAC and ask for Manny. California time. I also have the same bike in the video with a MAC 4 into 1 exhaust with a DYNO JET Jet Kit. The bike is much faster. Also I am using a K&N air filter. I will also be rejetting the carbs on the Midnight Special and using a K&N air filter also.
@Adam_Warso5 жыл бұрын
@@XS-ry6ig i just picked up an(other) 81 xs1100 this evening and it came with a set of Vance & Hines 4:2 pipes. seller claims they are for the bike, but we will see. i've never seen them before.
@henrycomputer14034 жыл бұрын
Mine has a 4 into 1 kerker and still has the centerstand
@RockinGuy19944 ай бұрын
I hope you still have this bike
@douglichty619123 күн бұрын
Exhaust sounds wonderful
@wsmith7584 Жыл бұрын
If WOLVERINE owned a cycle shop, it would be Kaplan
@nandoGdog4 жыл бұрын
Confession: I clicked on the video just to see the girl.
@cluckhead19133 жыл бұрын
The bike comes with a new set of Dunlops, a full tank of VP 110, a complete work order and the girl.
@motomark97364 жыл бұрын
I had 81 model in a 650 twin when I was around 22 it was a great riding bike
@ItaloFarias16 жыл бұрын
great bike, very strong and beautiful !
@Unfunny_Username_3893 жыл бұрын
corners like a bullet
@ironhorse1962 Жыл бұрын
a buddy of mine (army ranger) had a 1979 1100 special in 1981 and that bike was fast as hell . when i rode behind him we had our helmets on and when he shifted my helmet would hit the back of his helmet and he would slowly turn his head and basically say keep your head straight. good days.
@papercut19878 ай бұрын
I have the xs850 special, I'm liking the cruiser handle bar more and more. Wish I can find a cool seat like that or a sissy bar to add some flare.
@artemusbaxter87514 жыл бұрын
I had that bike in same color and similar add ons in early eighties.. Power and torque were amazing
@RockinGuy19945 ай бұрын
Never forget riding with My dad
@sonnyseabury4051 Жыл бұрын
Gorgeous Yamaha. My Uncle had one back in the day.
@texsurfer6 жыл бұрын
reminds me of my 81 Suzuki GS1000L. Wish I still had it!
@MrRocknrolla4u5 жыл бұрын
If I had one bike to choose to have for the rest of my life, this bike would be it. The perfect in my opinion to explore America. Thing of beauty man, still striking over it. I'm in England I think I may need to hop across the pond to New England.
@krystalstarrett6760 Жыл бұрын
Wife and I love riding our KAWASAKI LTD, Yamaha XS looks like tons of fun!
@KaplanCycles Жыл бұрын
It sure is!
@joelmartinez91715 жыл бұрын
Old schools are the best 🤘👍🇺🇸 love u bike
@fanoboss6 жыл бұрын
One of the most iconic bikes that you've had, imho. This XS1100, the Honda CR500 and the 1989 Harley Davidson FXR With S&S 113 CI have been my favorites so far.
@user-iv6yq2fb1t Жыл бұрын
Bought one new in 80, but cams and a Kerker 4-1 header , not that it needed it, but such an awesome bike. Traded it on my first Harley, a new 81 FXWG, which I still have! But I’ll always miss that XS…
@stefanlundblad76935 ай бұрын
You have damn it every sort of motorcycles!
@jrs62664 жыл бұрын
Blondie is a trooper !!
@shaneenerson84183 жыл бұрын
A friend of mine when I was in high school had one of those bikes and I loved the thing
@justdoit80144 жыл бұрын
When I’m seeing Ken in his famous black new balance sneakers and vest than I know that the bike is 10/10 😁🥇
@nommadd57584 жыл бұрын
I'm working on an '81 just like that. Btw, that girl needs to gear up. At least long pants. When she stepped off she put her right leg next to that exhaust pipe. I guarantee those pipes are HOT! Gave a gal a ride on my '79 XS11 Special long ago & she failed to heed my repeated warnings: "Step on & off the pegs!" (I'm sure she still has a scar.) Still riding the '79, going on 30 yrs! Ride safe!!
@mr.motormaster98813 жыл бұрын
Sounds like the 80s 😍💕
@marays91892 жыл бұрын
I’ve had a lot of bikes and this was my favorite.
@TheRedJin5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful bike. I was the 2nd owner of a 1981 Yamaha XJ650 Midnight Maxim with everything all original. Was so sad to have had to sell it. I got mine in 1996 from a guy that was going through a bad divorce. He sold it to me for $1 per cc so $650. When I sold it.....well lets just say it was for a lot more in 2013. I only had just over 22,000km on it or a little over 13,500 miles. The bike always looked like it had just come off the showroom floor. Anywhere I would go people would take pictures, ask questions or just stare.
@Boelick3 жыл бұрын
My 1st bike, had it up to 12 years ago.
@thomasc64125 жыл бұрын
That sounds great!
@AlexGarcia-ew2fv2 жыл бұрын
Back In 81 that bike was a power house..
@glenndecker16453 жыл бұрын
I've got an 81 1100 special. Over 8000 mi. On it. Can't ride anymore. Needs a little love. But it will go like hell!
@stixnfeet78183 жыл бұрын
Cool bike and spongy suspension like an 81’ Ford LTD !
@philzail25324 жыл бұрын
I rode mine from Cleveland, OH to Miami, FL.
@theItalianshamrock4 жыл бұрын
Is it comfortable for long rides?
@ericcook55152 жыл бұрын
I had one of these getting another really good bikes And is that wolverines stunt double 👍
@US-px7wc4 жыл бұрын
Girls been selling motorcycles since forever! $$$
@mattmatthews54146 ай бұрын
That trans needs no clutch between shifts. A little pressure on the lever and a quick downblip on the throttle is all it needs.
@richsampson50302 жыл бұрын
I just picked one up 3 days ago for free runs awesome turnin it to a bobber be done couple a days
@RockinGuy19943 ай бұрын
May 11th 2009 is when I lost my dad 😭
@sarahbowling45672 жыл бұрын
Hello I am a very big fan of ur show an especially a fan of what u do I grew up every pore we never had a lot but I considered myself to be very fortunate iv got a wife an too kids an I live for them an i want to ty , an say an the inspiration is awesome ty, ps love that 480 Yamaha it's a beast of a bike ,thanks
@sarahbowling45672 жыл бұрын
If u ever want to give me one of those bikes omg it would be a dream come true for me lol.ty #awesome is u all .
@santiagolopez21403 жыл бұрын
Who else is here just for the lady?
@keithsoderbeck62955 жыл бұрын
I owned a 1981 XS 1100 Yamaha in the exact same shape. I could not believe the power this bike has as the speedometer says 160 and still had throttle, and I was clocked at 160 on a straight away. The reason I was clocked because after 130 I couldn't read the speedo because all my sights where looking straight ahead as at that speed, you have to hold on or you will turn into hamburger on the side of the road.I also sky drive and love taking risks. I had a 1970 SS 454 Chevelle Malibu w/cowl induction, 4 barrel, turbo hydromatic transmission with a built in shift kit, and owned it for 25 years and with 500 horse power right out of the gate. Also, owned this XS 1100 Yamaha for 10 years during the same era. Muscle cars, muscle bikes are such a bad ass vehicle. Do yo still have this bike for sale?
@BikerBenny5 жыл бұрын
Wolverine classic 😄😄
@dco9564 жыл бұрын
those were such cool bikes n the day
@smokeymcbongwater35615 жыл бұрын
Baddas bike love that seat whut a classic
@FlipFlopandFly5 жыл бұрын
Ride safe Kaplan America!!!!!!!!!
@jag20396 жыл бұрын
It was so bad ass.Had straight Bars 4 into 1 my buddy JAMIE JAMES kept it tuned for me That was in 83 driveshaft,11000 Red Line split shaft in half.What a Machine when I was in my early 20’s We tricked them out so Bad Ass n could take so much abuse lol
@CS_2473 жыл бұрын
I love that thing. Wow, it's tidy!
@dannyloiland86093 жыл бұрын
I had a 79 model , great bike!
@luisalbertovillatoro15173 жыл бұрын
Que belleza de moto me enamoran las yamaha tuve la maxima650 fue mi primer amor y mi maestra ...
@dangalli17 ай бұрын
Awesome bike!
@patdennis3751 Жыл бұрын
I wish I had never sold my XS1100. It haulled ass.
@shayneoliver7730 Жыл бұрын
Hey so I commented about 2 years ago about my 81 xs 1100. I rebuilt the starter but It was suffocating so I checked the air box and there was a mouse nest in it so I tore it apart and cleaned it out then I tore apart the top of my carburators and cleaned them out real good and I noticed I was pissing out all my gas overnight and so I replaced the seals in the fuel shut off valves but when I turn the fuel on it still pours through my air box so I rebuilt the carburetors and it STILL pours through the air box. Did I just do something wrong or is there another issue I haven't addressed yet that would cause this? Maybe something to do with the vacuum lines?
@st3phenJC4 жыл бұрын
Man that bike sounds good
@eddiebowens19195 жыл бұрын
i had one like it, man it was fast..........love it.
@viharivikram41263 жыл бұрын
Sir you are great this is your daughter sir
@zuttinetnetwork17783 жыл бұрын
Ken is the most Connecticut man in Connecticut
@aicrag114 жыл бұрын
Ken how tall are you? Looking to get one of these too but hopefully will be comfortable sitting 6'3.
@stevefrench33972 жыл бұрын
Are the headers stock on this 81?? I have an 80 in simular condition but my headers cross. 1 and 3 are together and 2 and 4 are together. Are my headers after market??
@Twincam8084 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous bike and gorgeous girl
@johnbusic36088 ай бұрын
I have four of these that need restoration for sale. Loads of extra XS100 parts. What do you need ? In Texas near Houston.
@bartoszguszynski42175 жыл бұрын
Exactly. I was think this guy is familiar to someone. Buddy Reperton
@steveright19373 жыл бұрын
I own a 1980 XS100 Midnight Special and have had it since 1987 . I may sell it due to a neck problem .
@6bt_str8643 жыл бұрын
I've got the 79 / charcoal silver in color that's 100% Complete minus the Vance and Hines instead of stock, 32k on clock. Going to get it on road now that $5.50gal gas is around the corner...
@tripplesrule5 жыл бұрын
Road House!!!!
@NeonFlaming04 ай бұрын
That cave man is very well adjusted for being outside his timeline.
@ouxli31162 жыл бұрын
i found one for a great low cost around 2500 or so should i buy it for a first bike im over 6 foot i rode dirt bikes before i dont know if that translate
@randysmith66885 жыл бұрын
I had the 1100 midnight special.
@gregorytimmons47775 жыл бұрын
I have the 1100 Midnight Special. Practically stole it for $480. Unfortunately it looks like it sat outside it's whole life. Runs great though and has good tires on it.
@benchas75754 жыл бұрын
The vmax was the best road bike Yamaha ever made I'm looking 4another 1
@AlbertCHVYBOY5 жыл бұрын
Ain't that the truth kick ass brother 😎
@kartguy2 жыл бұрын
I just got a 1975 XS500 pretty much mint for $200 because my cousins couldn't handle the double timing plate behind the points haha
@jtsviews36894 жыл бұрын
I bought mine mint, 600.00 just under 5k on it.
@DARisse-ji1yw4 жыл бұрын
Hemets & clothes for the slide, not the ride....
@efracaro72494 жыл бұрын
Belíssima moto parabéns
@biggusdickus92403 жыл бұрын
5k? Bull....shit. 1500-1800 max if it is in great shape..and that one looks pretty good.
@crankybear12363 жыл бұрын
I will show this video to anyone who says inline 4-cylinder engine sound boring.
@Medes063 жыл бұрын
beauty
@jtsviews36894 жыл бұрын
I wish I still had mine. same bike but stock seat.