The FJ crankcase studs are a different configuration to the XS, i know because i've got both bikes albeit the FJ is in XJR form. You might want to...
Is the chain over-tight?
Sorry i've only just seen this. The only comparison between the XJ/XS1100 engine and the FJ's is the fact that they are 4 cylinder oil/air cooled....
Make sure that one of the float valves isn't sticking open. Give each float bowl a sharp tap with the end of a screwdriver or something. Gas can...
Carbs went from 34mm on the XJ1100 up to 36mm on the FJ's and early 13's then up to 37mm before FI.
To remove i just pull at them, easy enough, but to install i use a hair dryer to heat the rubber boots, which tend to harden over time, and the...
Once you've got the cams out you've still got to get the valve keepers off to get access to the seals.
I'd try asking over on the XS/XJ forum here>Forums - XS11.club Forums Basically your XJ1100 engine is just a XS1100 with YICS.
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I can't see how it can be done without removing the cylinder head. The seals are on top of the guides which are below the valve keepers and inside...
20w fork oil is too heavy. You should use 10w.