1975 Yamaha TX500
Posted on June 18, 2006 | Posted by Evan Fell | 7 Comments
This bike just rolled in yesterday. It’s in pretty good shape, but the engine is locked up tight. Hopefully it can be freed up and started but either way this motor is getting torn down. Unfortunately TX’s are few and far between, because of this replacement parts (particularly internal engine parts) will be difficult to source. Progess will be posted here.
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I have owned nearly every make and model of vintage Japanese motorcycle as well as a number of other Europeans and more modern bikes. I do everything from simple fixes to full restorations. I also travel and ride every chance I get.
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September 11th, 2007 @ 8:48 pm
HI call me at 817-613-1708 ok THANKS MO
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February 12th, 2008 @ 1:57 am
Hi Mo. I’ll be happy to answer any question you may have, but I’d rather not call if that’s alright.
Thanks,
-Evan
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April 11th, 2008 @ 9:56 pm
I have the exact smae bike, trying to resore it – pretty good shape but engine is completely seized – any suggestions?
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May 11th, 2008 @ 9:56 pm
hello just got a 1975 yamaha seller said it is a tx 500 dont know. its been choped & raked theirs no plastic or emblems have title with vin any answers would help
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May 11th, 2008 @ 10:33 pm
FatAndSassy – I’d be happy to answer your questions, but you didn’t ask any! Just match the look of your motor to the look of my motor and you’ll know right away. If it says Yamaha and it’s a DOHC twin cylinder from the 70’s, it is most likely a TX500.
Cheers!
-Evan
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September 2nd, 2010 @ 8:21 am
I have a 1974 TX 500 that is running with a small oil leak. anyone know of an engine that would be a replacement for the OEM engine?
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September 25th, 2010 @ 12:26 am
Evan, very nice site. My brother and I are starting on a 1973 Yamaha TX500, same blue as yours. We are looking for the flywheel puller for this motor. Any ideas/advice much appreciated.
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