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  1. brtsvg
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    MPG On a 1981 Xj650

    My 82 XJ650 with 28K miles consistently delivered 47 mpg last year in mixed city / highway riding. I am pleased with that performance.
    Post by: brtsvg, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Anyone care to check my math?

    Contact Hogfiddles, he worked great for me to provide a few shims as trade-ins. great service
    Post by: brtsvg, Mar 30, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    A plug for Marvel Mystery oil

    82 XJ650J, 28K miles. The bike has run well in the 5 years I've had it, always plenty of power and compression, but I always wondered if I could...
    Thread by: brtsvg, Mar 24, 2014, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. brtsvg
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    Valves worth doing ?

    agreed - start with the proper tools
    Post by: brtsvg, Mar 24, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    engine oil question

    This subject has been widely covered in other forums. Consensus is don't use any oil that says "energy conserving" on the label, as the additives...
    Post by: brtsvg, Jul 3, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Little ticking .....

    I disassembled the speedometer and removed the reed switch out of the way. Reassembled the speedometer and while there is a slight ticking sound...
    Post by: brtsvg, Jul 3, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Little ticking .....

    So what's the fix to eliminate the ticking noise ? bend the reed switch out to the way from the flywheel inside the speedometer housing ? it's...
    Post by: brtsvg, Jul 1, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Just bought 1981 seca 750 - OIL CHANGE HELP !!!???

    Do yourself a favor and get a new filter bolt - that one looks sad and abused.
    Post by: brtsvg, May 27, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Winter Project: Engine Removal - What to buy 4 reinstall?

    Re: Winter Project: Engine Removal - What to buy 4 reinstall For starters anything rubber such as engine mount vibration isolators would be my choice
    Post by: brtsvg, May 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. brtsvg
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    Oil ring stuck

    Check into "Marvel Mystery Oil"
    Post by: brtsvg, May 7, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1981 xj650 valve cover gasket application

    Its a different valve cover gasket design for 81 (paper) vs 82 (rubber). For paper gaskets use Permatex flexible gasket sealer on one side of th...
    Post by: brtsvg, Apr 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    valve shim tool problem--can't make it work--Help!

    Same here - I think the cast Motion Pro tool has some tolerances which make successful use kinda "iffy". Funny that it consistenly works fine on 6...
    Post by: brtsvg, Apr 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    airbox boots don't fit

    On my bike I have the same problem - the forward side of the airbox seems to have relaxed inwards a bit over the years. Being plastic with 4 big...
    Post by: brtsvg, Apr 10, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. brtsvg
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    Rebuilding My Clutch Next Weekend!

    Before doing all this work, you say that you changed the oil and then determined that the clutch slips - what kind of oil did you use ? car oil or...
    Post by: brtsvg, Apr 9, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Amsoil (?)

    Shell Rotella T6 full synthetic, 1 gal blue jug at Big Wally for $ 21
    Post by: brtsvg, Mar 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Ohh shiiiiiiiiiiiiit........

    Check your clutch cable free play and engagement is correct. The clutch cable has to be reconnected after gettingt the carbs back in, maybe this...
    Post by: brtsvg, Mar 3, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Anyone in MN work on old bikes? Need some work done.

    I know a tiny place in Anoka that does a huge business in servicing 80's bikes. A real hole in the wall, very busy, but very good, Reasonable...
    Post by: brtsvg, Feb 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Anyone in MN work on old bikes? Need some work done.

    Your location please.
    Post by: brtsvg, Feb 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Dry setting the carb floats

    82 XJ650 with Hitachi carbs. Can somebody steer me toward the instructions on how to dry set the carb floats ? I need to do this weekend to get...
    Thread by: brtsvg, Feb 17, 2012, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil leak and turn signal problems.

    Those plugs have an o-ring on them. Pull the plug with a 10mm hex bit and replace the o-ring with the proper metric size (available at most auto...
    Post by: brtsvg, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve clearance

    Appears to be true on my '82 XJ650J. At 26K miles all 8 shims showed no wear at all on the upper surface.
    Post by: brtsvg, Jan 4, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Starting after carb rebuild and valve adjustment...?

    Here's a few items to check For starters make sure your battery is fully charged. Set your petcock on the PRIME position and watch your...
    Post by: brtsvg, Dec 11, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    82 Maxim 650 & 82 Seca 650 part bikes - Eau Claire WI

    I'm looking for serviceable (i.e. not age cracked) carb-to-head rubber boots and some valve shims (4-280, 1-270 and 1-275) for my 82 XJ650 Maxim....
    Post by: brtsvg, Dec 10, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Clean enough?

    I use a dental pick to get all the crud out in the corners of the grooves. Works well for me on many occasions.
    Post by: brtsvg, Feb 23, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    82 650 Maxim

    Still got your stock mufflers ? I'm looking for a right one in perfect shape for an 82 XJ650J. I live in Davenport.
    Post by: brtsvg, Dec 4, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    82 XJ650J need carb-to-cyl head boots

    Anybody got a full set of serviceable spare boots with no cracks that they want to part with ? Mine are in pretty sad shape with cracked rubber....
    Thread by: brtsvg, Dec 4, 2010, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Oil Changing Newbie

    Next time go to any Big Wally store and get the blue gallon jug of Shell Rotella synthetic for about $ 17 and the Fram filter. You're out the door...
    Post by: brtsvg, Jun 22, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cold Start - Too Rich? -- RESOLVED --

    "Well it just goes to show ya, it's always something" - Rosanne Rosannadanna
    Post by: brtsvg, Jun 22, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Starter rebuild/refresh

    Take it off and take it apart. As a minimum clena out the old grease and regrease the reduction gears and clean out the brush end of the starter...
    Post by: brtsvg, Jun 13, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Are my intake rubbers any good? *Pics*

    I'd get some new ones. Clearly yours are breaking down. You'll never get it to run right if these are "iffy".
    Post by: brtsvg, Jun 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Yamaha Dealers

    I found a great one last year in Anoka, MN. Little hole-in-the-wall place just crammed to the brim with old Jap bikes waiting to be worked on....
    Post by: brtsvg, Jun 2, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    caliper rebuild

    Ditto on using the green scotchbright pads - works great for me. Cheap, durable, disposable, and readily available.
    Post by: brtsvg, May 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cant Do Anything Right..

    Time for a beer break. The worst types of damage are those minor incidents that are self-induced. Like Fitz said you remember those for years...
    Post by: brtsvg, May 20, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Small oil leak - suggested leak points?

    My XJ650J had a very small nagging oil leak similar to what you describe. Took me all summer to track it down, and it bugged the hell out of me. I...
    Post by: brtsvg, May 20, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Front Wheel Leaks Air Slowly

    Yep - had the exact same problem on the front wheel of my 84 V45 Magna - similar cast aluminum style rim design. The tire was in excellent...
    Post by: brtsvg, May 11, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    engine rebuild

    Replace all rubber items and seals.
    Post by: brtsvg, Apr 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Pulling the pan

    Pulling the pan just to have a look is probably a good idea just as a general preventative maintenance idea. I'm going to do that on mine simply...
    Post by: brtsvg, Apr 5, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Anyone else getting as frustrated as myself?

    These are really well-engineered great running bikes - I know, I had one new in 82. It was great then and my great memories convinced me to get...
    Post by: brtsvg, Apr 5, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Carb rebuild kits

    Ditto on the above - I'd much rather deal with Chacal than unknowns on Ebay. Plus Chacal will make sure that the parts you get are applicable to...
    Post by: brtsvg, Apr 4, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Small, but persistant oil drip

    I had a nagging small oil leak on the bottom side of my XJ650. Took me a while to track it down. but even with a new crush washer the synthetiic...
    Post by: brtsvg, Mar 30, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Stock Air filter rinsed in liquid Laundry detergent..

    As stated above, paper filters are not made to be washed, this will screw them up. The filters on my wet-n-dry shop vac are never the same after...
    Post by: brtsvg, Mar 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Learn to Suffer - rebuild nightmare

    Make arrangements to send it over to Fitz in MI for a complete restore - if you act early you can probably book him in time for scheduling next...
    Post by: brtsvg, Mar 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Broken Cam Bearing Bolt - What now ???

    Pics please ! to help us understand your particular problem better.
    Post by: brtsvg, Mar 16, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Carb assembly and lithium grease vs. silicone

    Find a NAPA auto parts store - get a tube of Sylglyde silicone grease - about $ 6 - you'll find you'll use this stuff all over the place....
    Post by: brtsvg, Mar 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Soda Blasting Carb Bodys & Parts?? Thoughts??

    Compared with using baking soda, I still like the comments a while ago about using plain store vinegar to soak & clean your carbs - cheap, easy,...
    Post by: brtsvg, Mar 1, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Gear oil ?

    Robert, for proper filling don't you want to make sure the bike is on the centerstand while refilling the new gear oil ?
    Post by: brtsvg, Feb 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Spark Plug Preference

    General rule of thumb which has worked real well for me for 35+ years - Japanese plugs for Japanese cars & bikes German plugs for German cars...
    Post by: brtsvg, Feb 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil question for you Minnesota riders

    Go to any Big Wally and get the Shell Rotella Synthetic in the blue 1-gallon jug for around $17 or so. It works great in both my XJ650 and V45, no...
    Post by: brtsvg, Jan 10, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Mixture Screw and ratio issues

    Item #2 sounds indicative of an air leak through your carb-to-head rubber boots. Confirm using an unlit propane torch on these boots and see if...
    Post by: brtsvg, Dec 31, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Double-check my shopping list?

    Instead of ordering all these parts up front, I'd recommend you start with a can of the parts dip and a can of spray carb cleaner and go to work....
    Post by: brtsvg, Dec 31, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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