It would be easy to assume that the engine in the XJ550 was just a destroked 650, but that ain’t fair. It was almost an all-new design, with a 6-speed transmission, chain final drive, and a new cylinder head with Yamaha’s YICS system that enabled 50+ mpg fuel consumption. It was a solid mid-sized motorcycle with a love it or hate it front fairing.
The XJ was equipped with lots of features that were typically found on bigger bikes, like a sidestand safety cutout, adjustable front brake lever, self canceling turn signals, and more.
Manufactured in March of 1982, this example is VIN: JYA4U8002CA025108. The seller purchased this Seca six years ago from a private party in Wisconsin.
The odometer shows 12,842 miles. The seller has put 1,500 miles on this example.
Maintenance:
The seller has included a list of services performed on this motorcycle:
– Valves checked and carbs tuned by a Yamaha shop.
– Forks serviced; new seals and fluid.
– Steering head and swingarm bearings cleaned and regreased.
– Installed new carb-to-engine intake boots.
– Brake fluid changed.
– New air filter.
– Spark plugs replaced.
– Dash lights all replaced.
– New Avon tires installed a few years ago.
– Chain lubed often.
– Always kept on battery tender.
– Non ethanol, premium gas with K100 fuel treatment always used.
Modifications:
Not pictured: Glass fuses have been replaced with blade fuses.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Avon tires from 2017.
The sale includes one key, a branded lock, and the original toolbag.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Anderson, South Carolina, this Yamaha is offered on a clean North Carolina title. Have any Seca 550 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
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