1977 Yamaha XS750 2D review from United States of America

Front fork seals started leaking at about 23500 miles.

I purchased this bike about three months ago, because I needed a cheap commuter bike for my 94 miles per day round trip to work and back; I paid $500 for it. It had set unused in the previous owner's garage for about 6 years, so I had to do the usual carb cleaning, oil change, new plugs/points, etc. in order to get it running right.

Once I got it sorted out, I put it on the road, and have had no problems with it, other than the left front fork started leaking oil badly after the first 500 miles or so. I am sure this was due to the bike sitting unused for so long. I replaced both fork seals and changed the fork oil, and have not had any problems since.

I really like the factory fairing and hard saddle bags that came on the bike. The fairing makes it a comfortable ride on the Interstate, and the saddle bags give me a place to carry my lunch, rain gear, sweatshirt or whatever else I think I may need for the day.

I have been getting 38 - 40 MPG consistently. The 750 triple has plenty of power to cruise effortlessly at 70 MPH on the highway, and has proven to be very reliable so far.

You don't have to spend $8K to $16K on a new motorcycle to save money on gas. There are plenty of good older used bikes sitting around in sheds and garages. Go out and find one, get yourself a Haynes or a Clymer manual for it, learn how to do your own repairs, and enjoy the ride!