I also have a XJ550 (1981) and have similar problems with my bike needing the choke. The advice I was given was to clean the carbs, but it...
The Haynes/Clymer service manual for a 1981 XJ550 states an approximate refill capacity of: - 2.3 quarts without filter - 2.6 quarts with the...
The Bike: 1981 XJ550 Purchased: a couple years ago with 8,500 miles on it Problem: Have to start the bike up with choke all the way up. After...