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Discussion in 'XJ DIY How-To Instructions' started by Departxre, Oct 25, 2016.

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    Departxre New Member

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    hey guys, I'm completely new to motorcycles and I recently bought myself a non running 85' xj700 . I want to build my own bike and learn how to ride with it.
    Im familiar with automotive though this is my first motorcycle and first time touching one.
    I just need a few detailed pictures of the motor to see where things go and where things should be and to see what I'm missing also handlebars . Anything can help
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Oh...you'll need more than pictures. Your automotive experience will help, but there are several details that are quite different. My advice is to start by reading The Information Overload Hour ( link in my signature).
    Having both the Haynes shop manual and the Yamaha factory service manual is also very helpful.
     
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    take the riding course


    some reading for you

    The Information Overload Hour

    The Ultimate Relay, Switch, Sensor, and Diodes Guide

    IN THE CHURCH OF CLEAN

    THE SECRET LIFE OF CARBURETORS

    Something New, Something Naked

    TALKIN' TECH: Various thoughts on various issues


    AIRHEAD VALVE ADJUSTMENT with Pics

    AIRHEAD VALVE ADJUSTMENT Part 2: The Tool vs. ZipTie -w/pics

    Choosing Oil for a Wet Clutch Motorcycle


    SAFETY ALERT Drum rear brake bike owners please take a look


    our forum supporting vendor plenty of parts and advice Chacal

    XJ4Ever - Supporting Vendor

    his web site
    www.xj4ever.com
     
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    Departxre New Member

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    Thank you! I'm going to get myself the repair Manuel book so I can read up on it.
    Just want pictures to see if there's anything missing so I can start looking for and buying parts.
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Start with a compression test. No use buying parts if the engine isn't making enough compression to run.
     
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    Good call thank you!
     
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