You guys must be overcompensating for something by having all those bikes. I still have a pair ................. of older Yamaha's. The Maxim X...
I believe the #5 series is the group you will need to look at as far as choices that will be close to what you have stock. The overall lengths do...
Simmy, On the subject of Mikuni needles, having the original ones to compare to this chart may be helpful in determining what your options may...
Thanks Fuller56! Sounds similar to the Maxim X I sold that had the 4 into 1. Still working on the 989cc (FZR1000) engine build upgrade. I'll...
Have to see if I can make this years clinic still. Would be good to show that one off in person as it's such a cool bike. The screen is an MRA...
[MEDIA] Thought there may be an interest in going for a ride on one of the "other" Yamaha's I own. It's the custom 1986 Fazer 700 (FZX) I built....
Just thought I'd provide a link to a video I made while taking the Resto-Modded 750X out for a ride. [MEDIA] Enjoy! Tony
[ATTACH] I've had several different brands of tires on my bikes over the years, and from my experience, the Shinko's are not meant for spirited...
Speaking of the BT46, just got a pair for the Maxim X. [ATTACH]
Unfortunately no. You'll have to find one for the 85 or 86 Maxim. Sorry I don't have any spares. Tony
Rear brake light switch? I know it has two wires, but is only one of them connected and the "extra one" shown still need to be connected?
Well, as a current CT resident it doesn't surprise me that they would consider this. For the record, I do wear a helmet all the time, even though...
Fuel gauge sender?
Len at XJ4ever has helped me with multiple orders over the years, and has truly been an invaluable resource for the XJ community here. Just got a...
Well that botched job needs to be noted as one of the worst on this thread:...
That's gotta be some potent stuff! (Has a skull and crossbones on it) Careful with that, you don't want to break the case section off. I would...
Also make sure you have play in the throttle cable. There should be an adjuster near the handle bar end of the cable: [IMG] You'll be able to...
I think you had to "yell" at that set. Tony
Grimace X, Here's a separate thread on the Maxim X switch mod:...
I was looking forward to this years event (to show off the freshly built FZX), however, I hate to inform you all that I have a conflict this year...
Litening, The mounting bracket is correct and I've had good luck with the Dyna Mini Coils:...
See you got some nice results with modding the intakes. BTW, what App is that? Tony
Did someone say "Pods Stink"? I posted some vids recently after getting the FZX running on the progression of open carbs, and a jetting upgrade....
I did put it on the calendar so planning on making the trip. BTW, It's almost ready (teaser): [ATTACH] Look forward to seeing all that can make...
John, Great that you're considering the Seca II, and you would likely get answers to your questions on another site dedicated to those models....
Looks original, even down to the tires. Should be a good starting point for someone looking for a nice winter project. Tony
Don't know yet? Had no shims below .180 in my stash, and likely need more that are less than that size after lapping in the valves. (That's 40...
Thanks for the info, and technically I'm not in a hurry. Currently I'm in the process of two engine builds that I won't get much time with until...
Huntchuks, Did you get the shims you ordered yet? I got a response when I entered all the ones I needed, and wanted to select the standard...
Surprised there are so many with lower numbers you need. I checked my shim "collection" and all I have left are the 180 and up shims. I do...
Because there's one on the other side? Sometimes the bracket will crack and break so it may have been tossed? You can only guess at this point,...
Looks like it's an XJ400 as the engine size is 398 Here's a good info page that may give you a clue:...
Let me add, the carbs look pretty good on the outside like they were redone at some point. Tony
That's a remarkable difference showing before and after. I'd think about rebuilding the cap, including a new seal too. I'm sure the little...
Hard to find a good pair to try. Plus they only have a preload adjustment and much better shocks are available that should fit your bike. A lot...
Yes the shocks are "upside down" with spring covers. Unique to the Fazer700 (FZX) models. Tony
The modded one has 1994 FZR1000 wheels. 17" front and rear with 120 and 180 width tires. Stock set up is 16" front and 15" rear with 110 and 140...
Sorry, I don't have a spare for you (I looked and found a disassembled one that has no bracket). Maybe Chacal can help with one? BTW, my wife was...
The Fazer700 did have it's engine based on the FZ750. Destroked to 48mm to yield 698cc so that Yamaha undercut the tariff back in the day. Fun...
Wow that's a nice and complete X. Is even the rarer blue, with the silver tank badges (which are on the unobtainium list). Tony
Not sure how many "hogfiddles" has, but I do have one custom build that is still in the works: [ATTACH] and one that I did another frame up build...
Nuch, Thanks for the story-line (and pictures) of you adventure. Also, our "helmets" are off to you for the great food we all enjoyed. Glad I...
Yes. The positive "brown" will be used to jump the blue wire with the key on. The ground "black" follows the harness and is through the mounting...
Been on this forum for about 10 years, maybe someday I should get started on that..... Got a 911cc build planned for next winter. For now just...
Thanks for the compliment. I did see specs showing an 18" rear, but some noted a 130/70 17"? (must have been incorrect). Don't know if the 17"...
I wonder if FZR600 17" rims would be an option? Tony
I used an 85 VMax 18" rim on my Maxim X, that dropped the original tire size down from a 19": [ATTACH] Needless to say it was a huge undertaking...
MotorMatt, Sounds like the floats in the carbs are stuck open. You should check another forum that is geared more toward your model:...
Something tells me you like green. Awesome bikes! I remember going through the Seca X thread of yours and am still amazed you pulled that off....
I've been using these JIS bits and a 1/4" drive ratchet for all my carb disassembly....
