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Newbie here and also new too XJ bikes all together

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by newkid510, Mar 1, 2011.

  1. newkid510

    newkid510 New Member

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    What up everybody, i recently just acquired a 1982 yamaha 750, but im having trouble trying to figure out what model xj it is? so any help and im excited to take on this new project! Im going to make it into a bobber or possible cafe racer, so expect alot of questions from me lol. thanx everyone
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    Welcome Newkid510. Your bike model is Maxim so you have an xj750j. J at the end of 750 designates the year and model when your looking up parts and info
     
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    Wanted to say WELCOME from TN and GOOD LUCK with your project!!!

    skillet
     
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    That looks like the XJ750J that I had. (except I didn't have tassles) Good luck with your project.
     
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    Welcome to the xj750j club. As president you can pay your weekly due directly to me.
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    Hang around, read a lot and ask questions as needed.

    Check my electrical post for DIY pictures on replacing the stock fuse panel. (A common 1st project).
     
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    thanks for the welcome everyone my main concern in swapping it to a different seat and getting some bars for it so I can ditch these clip on things, for those of you that had this model did u have to swap the triple tree out for the seca model or it wont work??
     
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    some have just drilled the top tripple tree and used some risers in it.

    IIRC the Same year seca has the same handle bars but the 83 XJ750 uses regular handle bars not sure if it is a direct swap.
     
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    How about check the rear brake for delamination; rebuild the front brakes; replace the tires if over 6 years old; clean the carbs and get it running right before you start cutting it up?

    You'll have a much easier time "customizing" a properly functioning motorcycle.

    Check the rear brake before you even RIDE it: http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=15874.html
     
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    thanx i was actually going to tackle the carbs today but i have another bike I ride, wasnt going to be riding this one no time soon I have alot of work on this one with the valve cover and fork gasket needing to be replaced
     
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    When you replace the valve cover gasket, be sure to replace the "donuts" on the retaining bolts.

    Those metal and rubber composite donuts are what actually push the cover down against the gasket, as the bolts themselves have stop collars to prevent overtightning.

    If the "donuts" are all dried out and compressed, even a brand new gasket will leak.

    While the valve cover is off, check your valve clearances.
     
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