Wondering what this bike is

[bensonj]

Just bought an XS400 from a random guy, he said it was a 1983 but I'm not sure. Other than telling me the basic model (xs400) and the year, I have no clue what it is. Hoping that somebody can ID the thing for me as far as if it is a special or something like that.

 

[Greasey Fingers]

Hi, and welcome! Looks like you have the 18" rear wheel as opposed to the 16", I think they are more sought after. I'm not 100% but I thought the 18's came on the older models then they changed to 16's? Should have the year on the compliance plate.

 

[xschris]

78E or 79F The vin or build date on the neck will tell for sure. No title for the bike?

 

[bensonj]

Unfortunately the bike is in New York and I am in Montana so i have no way of getting the vin. I was just hoping that maybe somebody would recognize it.