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1982 XJ 750 SECA Cafe racer

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by Russtic, Jan 25, 2025 at 1:31 AM.

  1. Russtic

    Russtic New Member

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    I have done small repairs and servicing over the years but wanted a proper project bike to see if I am capable of creating something working and nice so bought a non running XJ750
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    Went through the basics
    no spark
    No front brakes
    Clutch seems ok
    Back brake

    looking at the wiring it appeared that a ham fisted gorilla with a crimp gun and domestic wiring had attacked it over the years.

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    As I am planning to remove the atari and simplify everything I decided to do a quick wire to see if I could get it to start.

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    Well it started so hopefully the project is a goer have now removed the carbs for a clean…

    My plan is to add this thread to hopefully show progress
     

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    Good start, always a positive thing to have a running bike before you start to go through it. Looking forward to your progress.
     
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    I have broken down the carbs and cleaned them. Any suggestions for carb kits and replacement screws UK. IMG_2550.jpeg IMG_2547.jpeg IMG_2542.jpeg IMG_2546.jpeg IMG_2549.jpeg
     
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    Wow you have some pitting action going on with them jets. Not to sure how that happened? I don't know if I have ever seen pitting on the jet heads like that? I would say check with Len by email. Not too sure how much shipping to the UK would be, but he is always a great help.
     
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    I am a bit worried about being hit with customs as well as the delivery costs


    Do people have issues with ebay kits

    I can't add a link but usaseller is selling Carburetor Carb Rebuild Repair Kit for Yamaha XJ750 41Y Seca XJ750R XJ750M UK
     
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    I think it is hit or miss with the ebay stuff. You really have to trust the description and read it very well. For you that might be the best bet so that you are not hit with all the other fees you have mentioned.
     
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