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Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Martin McCarthy, Oct 14, 2022.

  1. Martin McCarthy

    Martin McCarthy New Member

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    Does anyone know if a maxim 750 motor would fit on a vstar 650 frame? Just got back on my XJ after it not running for a year or so and it's so much peppier than my vstar, lol.
     
    Martin McCarthy, Oct 14, 2022
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    Timbox Well-Known Member

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    I think you are comparing two different riding styles... I have two styles of bikes that I keep in my stable. I have a few Vtwins and the rest are inline 4 bikes. The frames of the bike are just made for different types of riding (IMHO) Most vtwins are for easy long rides and that should be what you are looking for.

    If you want to have a vtwin and more of a sporty bike you can look at SV650/1000, DL650/1000, BMW, KTM super Duke..OMG!

    Bottom line, unless you just want something for a project, I would not try to swap those two engines around at all. If you do, make a new thread and let us know how it goes.
     
    Timbox, Oct 15, 2022
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    I didn't think it was possible, but I thought someone just as crazy as me but with more knowledge and tools my have tried. Hahaha
     
    Martin McCarthy, Oct 19, 2022
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    Maybe Al Milliard's done it?;)
     
    Andrew Nichols, Oct 20, 2022
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    Anything is possible……just depends on how much money it would take.

    the 750 Maxim engine is an inline 4
    The v-star engine is a V twin.

    mounting is completely different.
     
    hogfiddles, Oct 21, 2022
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