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  1. Franz
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    Bad cold start, could the pick-up be at fault?

    Bump start it to test, that way most of the power goes to the ignition system.
    Post by: Franz, Feb 27, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Franz
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    Leakage Between #2 & #3 Carbs

    XJ550H was last seen July 26, 2023.
    Post by: Franz, Feb 24, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Franz
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    Xj750 Seca help

    MAP gas l used on those three.
    Post by: Franz, Feb 23, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Franz
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    Any point in keeping this oil cooler?

    @chacal has spin on filter conversion kits that will allow you to keep the cooler and fit a spin on oil filter. You can contact him at...
    Post by: Franz, Feb 19, 2025 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. Franz
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    Front fender not aligned? Or front wheel?

    Might just be the fender. You could try running a straight edge from rear to front wheel on either side to check alignment. See if the front tyre...
    Post by: Franz, Feb 16, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Franz
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    '83 XJ900 doesn't want to start

    For the GS or XJ?
    Post by: Franz, Feb 16, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Franz
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    HELP! One piston ring is stuck but good.....need solution

    Have you tried heating the piston on inside behind the stuck ring? Mabe MAP gas would be best provided it doesn't damage the piston. Don't know if...
    Post by: Franz, Feb 12, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Franz
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    HELP! One piston ring is stuck but good.....need solution

    Yes boil then cool and boil again see if they free up.
    Post by: Franz, Feb 9, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Franz
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    HELP! One piston ring is stuck but good.....need solution

    Would boiling the piston crown in water make any difference? Never tried it but if all else fails.
    Post by: Franz, Feb 9, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Franz
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    12.5mm your chain has, new chain has around 6mm of play so l think it is acceptable. Your chain won't be close to the oil nozzle.
    Post by: Franz, Feb 6, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Franz
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    '83 XJ900 doesn't want to start

    Yes l would try another battery, even new batteries have been faulty. He could also try and bump start the bike so most of the electrical power is...
    Post by: Franz, Feb 5, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Franz
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    '83 XJ900 doesn't want to start

    Worth a try.
    Post by: Franz, Feb 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Franz
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    '83 XJ900 doesn't want to start

    If you own a colourtune you can use it to see if the plugs are sparking in the cylinders.
    Post by: Franz, Feb 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Franz
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    '83 XJ900 doesn't want to start

    Check the manual you need here. https://www.xjcd.org/index.php/service-manuals https://www.xjcd.org/index.php/node/1333 https://www.xjcd.org/
    Post by: Franz, Feb 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Franz
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    '83 XJ900 doesn't want to start

    It's different on the 853 l check my manual when I get home.
    Post by: Franz, Feb 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Franz
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    '83 XJ900 doesn't want to start

    T mark should align with centre of top pickup on the 891cc engine when holes in camshaft are Visible through right hand side camshaft caps.
    Post by: Franz, Feb 3, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Franz
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    '83 XJ900 doesn't want to start

    It will crank faster one less cylinder under compression with plug removed.
    Post by: Franz, Feb 3, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Franz
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    '83 XJ900 doesn't want to start

    Have you tried starting it from an auxilliary tank? Or using starter fluid?
    Post by: Franz, Feb 3, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Franz
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    '83 XJ900 doesn't want to start

    What voltage are you getting at the connectors from the TCI to the coils, having stated that unlikely they are both affected. The ignition switch...
    Post by: Franz, Feb 3, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Franz
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    '83 XJ900 doesn't want to start

    I would check it to be sure. Does your bike have the original fuse box? If so fit a blade fuse box oil Yamaha ones cause electrical issues. Did...
    Post by: Franz, Feb 3, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Franz
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    '83 XJ900 doesn't want to start

    If the valve timing was right it cannot jump a tooth when checking valves l think. What voltage are you getting with the multimeter set to 20...
    Post by: Franz, Feb 2, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Franz
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    New Primary Chain Free-Play Measurement Compared to Old Primary Chain Free-Play Measurement.

    They are meant to last 150,000 miles l read on here. Only real load on it is cranking the engine.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 23, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Franz
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    New Primary Chain Free-Play Measurement Compared to Old Primary Chain Free-Play Measurement.

    On a bike that is used for many short journeys over its life the chain would wear more surely? My old chain was at least 20mm deflection but was...
    Post by: Franz, Jan 23, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Franz
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    Refitting the primary chain after changing out the primary chain guide.

    I am reading your other post on this cheers.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 23, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Franz
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    1983 XJ900 brake rotors upgrade

    I am sure they all fit my 1991 900f has vented discs or rotors. The original 900 was an 853cc machine the later ones 891cc. The other difference...
    Post by: Franz, Jan 22, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Franz
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Don't forget the rear brake shoes they delaminate and you don't want your back wheel locking up at speed.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 18, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. Franz
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    24 Hours ago...

    We are all here K-Moe sorry to hear this.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 18, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. Franz
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    My bike dies when it gets below half a tank

    If it has been unused for a while then you will need to rebuild the carburettors. Is it a vacuum tap you have? If so is the vacuum line running...
    Post by: Franz, Jan 17, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    My bike dies when it gets below half a tank

    Blocked tank vent cap causing vacuum starving the carburettors of fuel. Try starting it with the bike on the centre stand and the fuel cap open.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 17, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. Franz
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Strange your picture posted the last time.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 17, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. Franz
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    XJ750 Seca shaft drive problem

    He should check the rest of the breaking system with that time off the road.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 14, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. Franz
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    XJ750 Seca shaft drive problem

    Loosen the brake shoe rod and try it again to gain more clearance between friction material and drum assumingthe shoes had little wear of course....
    Post by: Franz, Jan 14, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Franz
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Looking a lot better already.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 12, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Franz
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    Happy New Year!

    Happy New Year Ronnie welcome to the forum.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 12, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. Franz
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    The engine had 34,000 miles on it when I got the bike.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 12, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Franz
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    New here, thought I’d introduce my machine

    I wouldn't be surprised if the bonding fails on all brake shoes and pads given enough time.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 12, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  37. Franz
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    New here, thought I’d introduce my machine

    Welcome. Safety first have you changed the rear brake shoes?
    Post by: Franz, Jan 11, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. Franz
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    Engine wont turn over

    https://www.xjcd.org/node/613
    Post by: Franz, Jan 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Franz
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    Engine wont turn over

    https://www.xjcd.org/book/export/html/505 Do you have this. Double check your cam timing. Chapter 3 engine overhaul.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Franz
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    Engine wont turn over

    What machine do you have?
    Post by: Franz, Jan 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Franz
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    CNYCC#18 - now scheduled for June 7, 2025

    I would if I could but my wife won't let me lol :D. She who must be obeyed. I will be watching from afar.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 3, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  42. Franz
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    1981 XJ650 Maxim; Top end corrosion

    Cheers Len.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 2, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. Franz
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    1981 XJ650 Maxim; Top end corrosion

    Chain guide is plastic I think. .
    Post by: Franz, Jan 2, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. Franz
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    Frame thickness/diameter

    Yes.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 2, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. Franz
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    Frame thickness/diameter

    That's where the 900 frames fail due to corrosion. Definitely do what bensalf said about the half pipe.
    Post by: Franz, Jan 1, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. Franz
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    CNYCC#18 - now scheduled for June 7, 2025

    Happy New Year Dave and all XJrs a few of you will be heading to Dave's soon. Every year seems shorter. It is only me who thinks that?
    Post by: Franz, Dec 31, 2024 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  47. Franz
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    Dec 2024 server migration

    @SnoSheriff thanks for your work updating the site, Merry Xmas everyone.
    Post by: Franz, Dec 26, 2024 in forum: Announcement
  48. Franz
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    Refitting the primary chain after changing out the primary chain guide.

    I worked with Kone in Keighley many years ago.
    Post by: Franz, Dec 16, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. Franz
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    Refitting the primary chain after changing out the primary chain guide.

    Yes a bit away then.
    Post by: Franz, Dec 16, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. Franz
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    Refitting the primary chain after changing out the primary chain guide.

    Are you both near Keighley? I worked there years ago passed through Skipton on my way there. Do you go to local rallies?
    Post by: Franz, Dec 15, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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