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  1. Edgar Olivo
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    Rim swap virago 83 to maxim 83

    I have a 1983 midnight maxim 750 and a midnight virago 750 of the same year. When I got my maxim the PO spray painted the wheels black. I was...
    Thread by: Edgar Olivo, Apr 27, 2020, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. Edgar Olivo
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    Mechanic in Houston area

    I’m looking for someone who can adjust my carb floats. I’ve been getting gas in my oil. Also looking to get my engine fixed, I had someone...
    Thread by: Edgar Olivo, Apr 18, 2020, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  3. Edgar Olivo
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    Xj750 big bore kit

    Does anyone have any info on it I got my heads off the bike and I’m thinking of going for it. Are there any other upgrades that will have to come...
    Thread by: Edgar Olivo, May 31, 2019, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Edgar Olivo
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    1983 XJ 750 maxim

    Can I remove the two caps that restrict access to the sprocket nuts so I can get better access to them with an impact driver?
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 26, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Edgar Olivo
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    1983 XJ 750 maxim

    I can't remove the sprockets, Every time I try to take the bolts off the engine moves before the bolt.
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 26, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Edgar Olivo
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    1983 XJ 750 maxim

    I'm currently trying to replace a leaking head gasket I have the engine in TDC, Cam marks line up with the cam cap marks, Tensioner removed. I'm...
    Thread by: Edgar Olivo, May 25, 2019, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Update. I took off the exhaust and degreased the it along with the engine. I noticed that the dark spot would not come off even after sanding of...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jul 4, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Okay guys I just noticed something. I went to check on the bike this afternoon. I noticed that I very small of oil was soaking trough the left...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jul 3, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Last set.
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    more pictures during the day
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    pictures of the cluster with the LEDs installed and the bike during the day
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    more pictures of the headlight brightness and bean pattern plus the LED brake light and blinkers
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Picture update. I installed the hella vision plus and a Genssi H4 LED bulb, I got the LEDs in the gauge cluster to work. I removed the rear fender...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Can I switch the spark plug wires. Currently they are crossing each other with the first wire from the igniton coil going to cylinder number 4 and...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 27, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Whats the standard height of the front forks measured from the dust seals to the bottom triple tree. When on the center stand i get about 9 inches...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 26, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Just had the wheel bearings replaced , new brakes added, new K&N pod filters added, New hand grips, bar end mirrors, headlight grill. I'm going...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Awesome. The pictures i was referuing to was the one on the pdf http://www.xj4ever.com/rear%20drum%20brakes.pdf not on the ones of my bike. Even...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 10, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Do I need to drain the final drive oil if I remove the rear wheel? I found the pdf for replacing the brakes but it does not mention anything about...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 10, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Ahh okay. I was going of the xj750k owners manual download you sent me. It said it needed 20w. My bike will probably need it since I'm almost 300...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 8, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    I've been reading around for fork oil weight for my 1983 xj750 maxim and i keept on reading that it was 10 but the manual says its 20. I went with...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 7, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Edgar Olivo
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    Choosing the correct Oil for a wet-clutch Motorcycle

    Will the Rotella T4 15w40 work for me in the Texas heat or will I have to go with the 20w50 for more heat?
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 6, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Edgar Olivo
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    1983 xj750 maxim front fork springs

    I've been looking every where and I cant find the alternative front fork springs for my 1983 xj750 maxim. The ones progressive used to make for my...
    Thread by: Edgar Olivo, Jun 3, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    [ATTACH] So I was able to pressure wash the paint of the front wheel. But the back wheel is different story. I was only able to get enough off to...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 26, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    LMAO. 10-4
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 26, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Pictures of what? What all do i need to do and check before doing a fine tune of the carbs. I've already checked and adjusted valve clearances.
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 26, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Thank you man. I was seriously thinking about taking it to the mechanic and getting charged an arm and a leg. I got another question I adjusted...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 25, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    okay got you. OMG OMG OMG JUST ADJUSTED THE CABLE AND IT FIXED IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DUDE I LOVE YOU SO MUCH RIGHT NOW I COULD JUST KISS YOU!!!!!!!!
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 25, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    I don't under stand the first part of the message. I will do a bench sync since i got it confused with adjusting the fuel mixture instead of the...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 25, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    I'm still using pod filters but the carbs have been rejeted for them. I used new gaskets for the intake manifold and used a little bit of rtv to...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 25, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    I did replace the throttle shaft seals. They passed the clunk test. Just checked and the butterflies do snap shut.
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 25, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    SOOOOO I put them on and nothing......it's worse than before. before it would idle some where around 1k - 1.5k for a few seconds and then climb to...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 25, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Just finished going over everything hopefully 3rd time is the charm. I also noticed that one of the carburetors didn't have the diaphragm sitting...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 24, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Okay just got my new throttle shaft seals and i'm looking at them and they look the same from both sides (to me at least) is there a specific way...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 24, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    I don't have the ability to do a running sync since it's idling to high for me to leave running for to long. I just checked the shaft seals on the...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 17, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Thank you if it's not that bad then ill just go with it
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 17, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    I never got a response to the timing question I made I posted pictures if y'all could please take a look. The Dots were aligned to the markers on...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 17, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. Edgar Olivo
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    Wanted Y-13 needle

    Thank you chacal. I was able to find one on eBay. Felt like I got taken for a ride on the price tho $19!!! I might be getting in touch with you...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 16, 2017 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  38. Edgar Olivo
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    Wanted Y-13 needle

    So I did something stupid today (slow and steady wins the race) and now I'm in the need for a #Y-13 needle for my 1983 xj750 maxim.
    Thread by: Edgar Olivo, May 15, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  39. Edgar Olivo
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    Front forks for 83 xj750 midnight maxim

    I have a couple of questions. I'm trying to rebuild them and want to put the progressive springs but when I go to the website and put my bike...
    Thread by: Edgar Olivo, May 14, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Are passengers foot rest brackets interchangeable between bikes. Will a 81 750 seca bracket fit on my 83 750 maxim?
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 13, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Okay I'm confused now, no where on my bike or title is there a 33n I say it's not because the bike didn't have the 33n anywhere
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 13, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    My mistake I get so confused with all the diffrent ways of saying what bike is what i meant R as in the year in the vin its a 750 maxim 22r. I'm...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    I did, sadly it's not a midnight its a regular 1983 xj750R and thank you for the link
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

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    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Picture with the gas tank on and when I brought her home. I might swap out the thank for a seca tank
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    This is the beaten beauty I'm working with. Don't know if the miles are correct or not seeing as the miles are exempt on the title and the...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    okay so I have replaced all the shims that needed to be replaced. I decided since I had the top of to check the timing and I think it's off here...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Okay okay I got you now. I swear sometimes I'm slow lol
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 11, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Awesome good thing I didn't remove the shims lol. I was thinking of possibly swapping out but I might just buy new ones I don't like the idea of...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 11, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. Edgar Olivo
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    83 Xj750 maxim starting problem

    Lol yeah I went to the church of clean. I looked it up the xj4ever catalog. But my handlebars are not stock. I will have to get the top line...
    Post by: Edgar Olivo, May 11, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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