Re: 1981 XJ650 Shut off while riding won't start. Please hel Ok, another update... I checked for a sidestand switch and I definitely don't...
Than's for the replies gents. bigfitz52, all the info I'm finding is that the 81 XJ650 Maxim does not have a sidestand switch. I'll check...
Just an update Jumping the starter solenoid turns over the starter but the engine does not start. I'm guessing no spark because of some other...
Hey guys. I have a 1981 Yamaha XJ650. I thoroughly rebuilt the bike over last winter. (carbs, fusebox, forks...) Needless to say the bike...
I bought the seat pan from Dime City Cycles http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-b ... 00-00.html Went to a thrift store got a $10 leather...
Thanks! Your XJ was what got me into thinking about a bike in the first place. You did an amazing job.
Pretty much what I did. Tried and reuse as many stock parts as possible. The front fender is chopped as well, roughly 2" front and back. I...
The rear fender is actually the stock rear fender , but chopped, and moved inward/down. [img] It rides nice, although now I changed the bars...
Once again another great purchase! I think this is #6 for me now. You ask a question and then Len sends you an encyclopedia of knowledge :)...
Thanks guys. JoeyGKedd, the mufflers are the same curved tipped ones from the original bike. I cut the tips off and painted them with some...
Well my winter project is done... Bought a 1981 XJ650 last fall. Decent shape. Had to fix a few things, and make it unique... How I got it....
Three orders total. Amazing service! I'm in Canada so shipping takes a bit longer than to you guys in the states, but still very good....
