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XJ550? Whats missing from it, and what to check?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by SirFoxx, Aug 14, 2016.

  1. SirFoxx

    SirFoxx New Member

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    Hello! New member here! I just picked up what I think is an 1981 XJ550 for $100. I had the intentions of getting it running and selling as I already have another bike ('78 CX500 standard). I didn't look very close at it until I got it home, and oh boy is this thing in really bad shape. Chain is missing, starter was hanging off and siezed, hole in the clutch cover, one of the exhaust pipes is welded shut, wiring is a mess, carbs missing, no title or keys...I might just part it out. Any thoughts? I noticed the clutch cover says 2200cm3 on it...Incorrect or...?
     

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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Parts bike, but a good one. It is a 550 Maxim.
     
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    MiGhost Well-Known Member

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    There are just enough hints that make me suspect a seized engine.
    Ill 2nd the parts bike.

    ~Gost
     
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    cgutz Well-Known Member

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    It would sure run lean with those invisible, open air carbeurators. :(:)
     
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    Stumplifter Well-Known Member

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    2200cm3 sounds like oil capacity.
    But you have a factory airbox! To the right person that could get you some good coin! :D

    Like the experts said - parts bike.
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    I should enumerate on why I think this is a parts bike. The photo showing that the starter is not installed, and the missing chain.
    In that photo I also see the shift cover, which is broken. It likely broke when the chain failed. When a chain fails like that it usually takes part of the crankcase with it.
    Now since it only cost $100 it's not beyond sane to fix it, but you'd need to find another parts bike to do so economically (one with an undamaged engine).
     
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    In the pic of the right side with the regulator hanging down you will notice the not so nicely polished rear tire!!
    ~Ghost
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Cripes. Some dummy put a 150 on. WTF!
    That took some serious effort.
     
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    Can't tell for sure about the 150. But it definitely was cooked!

    ~Ghost
     
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    hole in clutch cover could be from brake pedal.
    if you part it out i am looking for a few parts , speedo/tach and handle bars headlight setup
    start a conversation with me. i can also test your relays and tci if you want.
     
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    +1 to pedal causing the hole..... From my perspective, I see the impact signs and rupture signs coming from outside going in. I don't see anything that indicates blowing OUT.

    Definitely fixable, but with title issues, it's a really good parts bike as far as I would view it.
     
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    Cool! I will post it up in the for sale forum. Thank you for all the replies!
     
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