hi guys from a new xj owner some help maybe

hi i just bought myself an xj 650 maxim just need to know if i can adjust the rear wheel on it as it sits close to the shaft side arm the wheel turns true but i cant see any way to adjust it over to the center is there a way any help would be good as this is my 1st shaft drive bike also im in strathmore near calgary in alberta any others close by would like ideas on personalizing my ride for as little as poss as i aint no harley rider with a bottomless bank a/c
thanks guys

 

the tire does ride pretty close. How close is it? Only way to move it is with spacers. Go check out a manual, or look at a parts diagram and make sure your all stacked up right.

 

On my maxim xj650 it looked too close too. And a friend of mine said not to move it. The shaft is supposed to move up and down only. And if I move it, it will put tension on it. Some times things are better left alone.

 

well guys i was hoping it would be an easy fix but it does turn with out hitting the shaft so will just have to let be until i pick up a manual dont suppose any 1 has a electronic manual they would care to share

 

well guys i was hoping it would be an easy fix but it does turn with out hitting the shaft so will just have to let be until i pick up a manual dont suppose any 1 has a electronic manual they would care to share

 

If the bike has all the right bits correctly assembled in the right order don't try to "move"the rear wheel.

 

Yes , this is the way they are. I have found that some tires ride closer to the shaft than others, even if they have the same size stamped on them. I had a Kenda tire that was VERY close. I have recently put on a Parelli and there is much more room although not as much as some other shafties.
The Buff

 

is there any other quirks i should kno about on the xj 650 like handling or speed wobbleor any common problems with them only asking coz id rather be fore warned as some of the routes i plan on riding take me out the way of any services also whats the average miles per tank of fuel
thanks

 

The 650 Max is just about the most docile handling machine I've ever had the pleasure to throw a leg over. Biggest issue with these bikes is neglect. Folks tend to over-tighten the oil filter housing bolt and ignore their alternator brushes. The fuse panel is a known trouble spot and should be cut out and updated first thing. Other than that, they are honey, just honey.
I used to get about 43 mpg on my 650 Max (been a while since she has seen the pavement).

 

The Pirelli tires (Sport Demons)are a VERY nice tire for these bikes..........

 

Check to see that the proper sized tire is installed. There are a lot of people with the "bigger is better" mentality. Someone familiar with 650's will have to jump in and list the correct sized tire.

 

its a 130 i think.