Find parts for the 1978 Yamaha XS650 Special XS650SE, the Special model offered alongside the standard XS650E for 1978. This collection brings together parts tagged for the 1978 XS650SE, including engine, carburetor, electrical, brake, clutch, cable, exhaust, gasket, suspension, wheel, lighting, and restoration components.
The 1978 XS650SE is the Special model, while the 1978 XS650E is the standard model. Some parts are shared between the two, but other parts can differ by trim, wheel style, brake setup, bodywork, exhaust, controls, or electrical layout. Use this page as your starting point, then confirm final fitment on the individual product page before ordering.
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Handlebar - Chrome - Clubman/Cafe. This Handlebar - Chrome - Clubman/Cafe sets the rider hand position and must match the clamp diameter, rise, pullback,...
High Performance Kibblewhite Black Diamond Exhaust Valve - Chrome. This XS650 High Performance Kibblewhite Black Diamond Exhaust Valve - Chrome controls intake or exhaust...
Switch Decal. This XS650 Switch Decal restores the handlebar switch-panel markings so the control labels are readable and period-correct.Use this switch decal when switch...
High Performance Kibblewhite Exhaust Valve Guide - Aluminum. This XS650 High Performance Kibblewhite Exhaust Valve Guide - Aluminum supports the valve stem in the...
Oil Thermometer - White Face. This XS650 Oil Thermometer - White Face replaces the oil filler/dipstick reference with a visible engine-oil temperature gauge.Use this...
Side Cover Emblem - Orange. This XS650 Side Cover Emblem - Orange restores the side-cover model marking and visible restoration detail for the correct...
Rocker Arm Shaft - Replaces Yamaha OEM 256-12156-01-00. This XS650 Rocker Arm Shaft works in the rocker-arm/rocker-shaft area that transfers cam motion to the...
Rear Hub. This XS650 Rear Hub supports the rear wheel bearings, spokes, sprocket carrier, and brake-side alignment.Use this rear hub when the original rear...
Alloy Engine Advance/Points Cover Set - Chrome - Polished. This XS650 Alloy Engine Advance/Points Cover Set - Chrome - Polished belongs in the breaker...
Alternator Cover Polished Aluminum. This XS650 Alternator Cover Polished Aluminum finishes the alternator/stator side of the engine with a polished aluminum cover.Use this alternator...
High Performance Kibblewhite Intake Valve Guide - Aluminum. This XS650 High Performance Kibblewhite Intake Valve Guide - Aluminum supports the valve stem in the...
Beam Unit Plug. This XS650 Beam Unit Plug restores the headlight rim, lens, shell, or bracket so the headlight mounts securely and aims correctly.Use...
Valve Guide Installation Tool. This XS650 Valve Guide Installation Tool supports the valve stem in the cylinder head so the valve tracks correctly and...
Shift Shaft Spring - Replaces Yamaha OEM 90506-08007. This XS650 Shift Shaft Spring transfers foot-shifter movement through the engine case into the shift mechanism.Use...