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  1. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    I planned on the Satin engine/fork lowers gloss tins/frame/tripples/wheels. Stainless/chrome touches here and there. When I build the sissy bar...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    No SS bolts yet so I'm waiting on those. I also have a sheet of stainless that I will make some inlays with but that will be after I move into...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  3. QuarterHorse
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    82 maxim 650 drag bars

    How long are they? The only thing I noticed was that they are a tad narrow depending on the brand. I did notice that the master cylinder and...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  4. QuarterHorse
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    '81 XJ650 Parts for sale

    I snapped a pic of some stuff I have where my engine is at. I have and get pics of anything for sale that's at the other location where I'm...
    Thread by: QuarterHorse, Mar 29, 2009, 28 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  5. QuarterHorse
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    WANTED XJ650 Maxim RT Side Cover

    I've got both covers I won't be using. I'd sell 'em both if you'd like. PM me and let me know. I'll be starting a for sale thread with all the...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 28, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  6. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    Got more goodies in today, but did not recieve my stainless bolt kit. :( [img]
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    I got over last night to work on it a little. I'm still brainstorming on exactly what I want for pieces and a look. Got the battery mount...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. QuarterHorse
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    where is the build-a-sync tool post?

    I built one out of two Sobe glass bottles.
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    Thanks guys P2 - I saw your build and comented on it. I'm jealous of the tools you can get your hands on. I have to borrow a welder haha!
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 26, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    Got the tank mount in, bent the flange on the tank down to mount it, got a battery box done but not mounted, got one of the rear fender mounts...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 26, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. QuarterHorse
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    Regular Petcoc/Pod airfilters

    That's a given with any bike with that style. This isn't my first bike, but thanks for the heads up.
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. QuarterHorse
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    Regular Petcoc/Pod airfilters

    I thought the vaccum line off the carb boot went to the petcoc but I guess I was wrong. I guess it could be called an "intake manifold" as it...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. QuarterHorse
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    Regular Petcoc/Pod airfilters

    Is there a reason I can't use a regular petcoc with the use of pod filters? My factory one is leaking and I don't understand the need for the...
    Thread by: QuarterHorse, Mar 23, 2009, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. QuarterHorse
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    XJ Bobber Hardtail Project - ('81 XJ650)

    Looks good, I'm in the same spot on mine at the moment.
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 22, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  15. QuarterHorse
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    Stainless bolts

    Looking for a kit for the engine for stainless bolts. Anybody know where to go either supporting a site vendor or the like?
    Thread by: QuarterHorse, Mar 21, 2009, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    Yeah I hope so haha. We'll see how soon I can get 'er done....... There are a few more things to be done and a few changes made to how it's...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 20, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  17. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    Got a late start on it tonight. Got over to Jason's after he was done with his running and got the other down tube fab'd and welded up. I'm not...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 18, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. QuarterHorse
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    2 person bobber

    I'll let you know this summer haha. My wife doesn't ride a lot now that we have our year old boy.
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 16, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    Ran out of welding gas. I guess next week it should be done as far as the frame fab goes. [img]
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    Got some chopping done and could possibly have frame back under it this weekend. We shall see. [img] [img] [img]
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 11, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  21. QuarterHorse
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    I know it's not stock but....

    I planned on going with a turn down and a collector insert muffler like a Vortex etc...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 9, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. QuarterHorse
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    I know it's not stock but....

    TheHound - I was more so hoping somebody in the same area could chime in with a jet size etc, I figured on jetting, pulling plugs etc.... A place...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 9, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. QuarterHorse
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    Iron Butt challenge

    I had been considering it when I had my VMax since I had forward controls on it etc.... but with the new ridid, highly doubtfull.
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 8, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. QuarterHorse
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    New Tires

    I ran Shinko's for a drag radial and Metzler's for my VMax otherwise. Loved 'em both.
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 7, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. QuarterHorse
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    I know it's not stock but....

    Yeah it reminds me of the Kerker header for the VMax due to the collector size. I'm keeping it open with a turn down unless it's unbearably loud...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 7, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. QuarterHorse
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    I know it's not stock but....

    What brand is this header? It came on the bike when I bought it, not sure how I should jet this as the bobber project is going open header with a...
    Thread by: QuarterHorse, Mar 6, 2009, 11 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    One more before we start choppin'. On the way to the other garage. [img]
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  28. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    wamaxim - It's not my garage, otherwise things would be put away on shelving etc. I'm borrowing this space until our house is finished. The only...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 4, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  29. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    I got home late tonight but found a package at the door for me. Threw the drag bars on and slapped the seat in the rough location so I could get...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 3, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  30. QuarterHorse
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    I'm diggin' the changes. I'm getting anxious to start cuttin' on mine next weekend/week after.
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Mar 1, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  31. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    Zookie400 - I've been pounding down 60+ hour work weeks, so finding time to work on this can be trying, but I have most of my materials it's just...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Feb 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    Had a few minutes in between work and crashing out tonight so I figured I could get the muffler pulled and the stance figured out. I'm liking...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Feb 26, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    Going with pod filters, open header with something done to the collector, maybe a turn down/out and a re-jet in the carbs when I do the rebuild....
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Feb 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    TimetoRide - Already done, but thanks for the reminder. flash1259 - It will be a rougher ride, but I like the rigid look. I don't plan on...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Feb 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  35. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    Doesn't look a whole lot different, but it's ready to head out to get cut on and welded at Jason's. I picked up the 1" OD 11ga. DOM tubing from...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Feb 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  36. QuarterHorse
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    My attempt at a rigid bobber XJ

    Well I picked up an XJ after seeing a particular bad ass bobber build on this site. I was originally going to find an XS but I couldn't find one...
    Thread by: QuarterHorse, Feb 23, 2009, 134 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  37. QuarterHorse
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    Iowa?

    Des Moines
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Feb 22, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. QuarterHorse
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    Central Iowa Noob

    A few more before I put it away [img] [img] [img] Yeah I'll let you know as I go MN-Maxims what I am and am not going to use. XJ650SS -...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Feb 22, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. QuarterHorse
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    Central Iowa Noob

    I can rided it all day long as is, it's just not my thing.
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Feb 22, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  40. QuarterHorse
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    Central Iowa Noob

    Thanks for the welcome. There's a thread in there that got me the bug to do a bobber. He did an awesome job so I'm going to do my best to mimic...
    Post by: QuarterHorse, Feb 22, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  41. QuarterHorse
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    Central Iowa Noob

    Hey all, I've been lurking and decided to register since I picked up a project. Well I had chalked it up this year to not getting a bike due to...
    Thread by: QuarterHorse, Feb 22, 2009, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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