Retro fit of different gas tank to XJ 650

Has anyone experimented with other gas toanks for the XJ 650? I have a 1980 and would like to do a cafe treatment, but cannot find any source which makes a tank for this specific model. Otherwise I would like to convert a triumph style tank.

 

the triumph tanks use a different style for the front tank bushings, i would think using a modified front rubber setup would work on the xj, you might have to cut off your stock front tank mounts though, i believe the tank from my ct175 would fit on the xj, as well as the honda cb series tanks. i can check the inner distance on the tanks to make sure you can squeeze them around the frame if you want.
You should post some pics of your kaff racer project, id like to see what your going to use for a seat/tail.

 

Hoobatech,

Thanks for the offer to check measurements, this would be helpful - please do at your convenience. I was quite certain the triumph tank would be a stretch, but would like to use a tank that is scalloped and would look good with the knee pads.

I should have the bike in a week or two - just bought it. It appears pretty much stock. I found an XS 650 pictured on Omars Gallery on his website. This owner had an upholstery shop re-contour the foam to give it a "cafe" look without having to reconfigure rear fenders and rails. If I can achieve this, I will likely just remove the grab rail to clean up the look.

If I did my copy/past right, this is the look I am going for.

http://www.omarsdtr.com/gallery57.html

Thanks for your advice.