Find parts for the 1978 Yamaha XS650E, the standard XS650 model for 1978. This collection brings together parts tagged for the 1978 XS650E, including engine, carburetor, electrical, brake, clutch, cable, exhaust, gasket, suspension, wheel, lighting, and restoration components.
The 1978 XS650E is the standard model, while the 1978 XS650SE is the Special 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.
Ox Eye Indicator Set - Chrome. This Ox Eye Indicator Set - Chrome restores the turn-signal/indicator area so the lamp mounts straight, grounds correctly,...
Mirror Mount Bracket - 10mm Left-Hand Thread. This Mirror Mount Bracket - 10mm Left-Hand Thread restores rearward visibility with the stem length, thread, side,...
Speedometer/Tachometer Mount - 10mm - Chrome. This Speedometer/Tachometer Mount - 10mm - Chrome supports the speedometer or tachometer at the instrument cluster or custom...
Handlebar - Chrome - Clubman/Cafe. This Handlebar - Chrome - Clubman/Cafe sets the rider hand position and must match the clamp diameter, rise, pullback,...
Tachometer/Speedometer Bulb - 12V 3W. This 12V 3W gauge bulb fits tachometer or speedometer lighting sockets that use the same base and wattage.Use it...
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 Black Diamond Exhaust Valve - Chrome. This XS650 High Performance Kibblewhite Black Diamond Exhaust Valve - Chrome controls intake or exhaust...
High Performance Kibblewhite Exhaust Valve Guide - Aluminum. This XS650 High Performance Kibblewhite Exhaust Valve Guide - Aluminum supports the valve stem in 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...
Side Cover Emblem - Orange. This XS650 Side Cover Emblem - Orange restores the side-cover model marking and visible restoration detail for the correct...
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...
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...
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...
High Performance Kibblewhite Intake Valve Guide - Aluminum. This XS650 High Performance Kibblewhite Intake Valve Guide - Aluminum supports the valve stem in the...
Alloy Engine Advance/Points Cover Set - Chrome - Polished. This XS650 Alloy Engine Advance/Points Cover Set - Chrome - Polished belongs in the breaker...
Rectifier Only. This XS650 Rectifier Only controls charging-system output so the battery receives usable DC voltage without overcharging.Use this rectifier only when voltage is...