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Help identifying XJ550

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Wihburg, Aug 21, 2018.

  1. Wihburg

    Wihburg New Member

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    Hello all, I’m brand new here and just purchased a 1981 XJ550. The seller had no idea what the bike is. I found out the model through a VIN look up. My question is what sub model is it. It seems to have a mix of parts. Not sure if it is a maxim that someone tried to convert into a Seca. Also there is a front lower spoiler that I haven’t seen on any other models, maybe aftermarket? I’ll include the VIN, any help is appreciated.
    4U8 023833 - shorty
    JYA5K5009BA023833 - converted 17 digit, I couldn’t read a few digits on the stamp.

    Thanks in advance
    Bill
     

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

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    TECH TOPIC: Model ID and VIN's

    MODEL NAME: XJ550RJ
    STREET NAME: 1982 XJ550 Seca
    MODEL ID CODE: 4U8
    FRAME ID: 4U8
    SERIAL NUMBER STARTS AT: 020101
    USA MSRP PRICE: $ 2,599.00
     
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    dkavanagh Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    I can see why you're puzzled. I see a mix of things on that bike. After you get 5 posts, you can post your own pictures directly. If you can post more detailed photos, I'm sure the crew here will tell you all the things wrong with the bike! I'm only half joking! We'll certainly help you in any way we can though.

    David
     
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  4. Wihburg

    Wihburg New Member

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    Thanks, I will definitely take some better pictures. I haven’t even picked the bike up yet, hopefully I will get it on Friday.
     
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    That is, in American parlance, a Seca. The finest of the marque albeit with a few aftermarket additions in your case. Lot of pics when it arrives please!
     
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    I will absolutely post some pics. I just picked up a second Seca for parts. Can’t wait to start
     
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    Here is the second bike I purchased. I already started to disassemble it.
    Shorty VIN 4U8 022798
     

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    dkavanagh Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    wow, Guess I have a pretty low # 4U8 000892

    edit: just noticed his are '82 models
     
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