Find parts for the 1981 Yamaha XS650 Special XS650SH, the Special model offered alongside the standard XS650H for 1981. This collection brings together parts tagged for the 1981 XS650SH, including engine, carburetor, electrical, brake, clutch, cable, exhaust, gasket, suspension, wheel, lighting, and restoration components.
The 1981 XS650SH is the Special model, while the 1981 XS650H 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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Ox Eye Indicator Set - Chrome. This Ox Eye Indicator Set - Chrome restores the turn-signal/indicator area so the lamp mounts straight, grounds correctly,...
Fuel Inlet/Filter Cover. This Fuel Inlet/Filter Cover covers the carburetor fuel inlet/filter area so incoming fuel is retained and debris control parts stay in...
Drive Chain Breaker. This Drive Chain Breaker transfers engine power from the countershaft sprocket to the rear wheel.Use this drive chain breaker when the...
Mirror Mount Bracket - 10mm Left-Hand Thread. This Mirror Mount Bracket - 10mm Left-Hand Thread restores rearward visibility with the stem length, thread, side,...
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...
High Performance Kibblewhite Exhaust Valve Guide - Aluminum. This XS650 High Performance Kibblewhite Exhaust Valve Guide - Aluminum supports the valve stem in the...
High Performance Kibblewhite Black Diamond Exhaust Valve - Chrome. This XS650 High Performance Kibblewhite Black Diamond Exhaust Valve - Chrome controls intake or exhaust...
Handlebar - Chrome - Clubman/Cafe. This Handlebar - Chrome - Clubman/Cafe sets the rider hand position and must match the clamp diameter, rise, pullback,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...