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  1. VeggieLaine
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    Parting out 1982 XJ650 & XJ750

    Do you have the right side control switch for XJ650 (the part that houses the starter pushbutton and ignition cut off). Thanks!
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Oct 1, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  2. VeggieLaine
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    Parting out 1982 XJ650 & XJ750

    Do you have the right side control switch for XJ650 (the part that houses the starter pushbutton and ignition cut off). Thanks!
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Oct 1, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  3. VeggieLaine
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    81 XJ650H - 2 Seats and Highback Sissy Bar 4sale

    Thanks, Dave. I had seen this bar used in combination with a king/queen seat in other sell/swap/wanted posts. However, the bar was on my bike when...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 24, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  4. VeggieLaine
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    81 XJ650H - 2 Seats and Highback Sissy Bar 4sale

    IMHO, both the seats will need recovered. I've seen people ride on worse though. The bar is a king/queen seat support bar, but I do not have a...
    Thread by: VeggieLaine, Apr 24, 2012, 3 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  5. VeggieLaine
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    Heet - how much to use?

    Here is the post that I was referring to above: http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=11842.html I don't mind buying the parts if you think...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 22, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. VeggieLaine
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    Heet - how much to use?

    I read in other posts on this site that it was completely normal for gas to leak from the filler cap when the bike is tipped :? I don't know...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 22, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  7. VeggieLaine
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    Heet - how much to use?

    I searched posts on washing when I got the bike. It was done in the driveway and rinsed with a garden hose. Thanks
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 22, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. VeggieLaine
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    Heet - how much to use?

    I think I understand the siphoning. What does burn the tank mean? :?
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 21, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  9. VeggieLaine
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    Heet - how much to use?

    Two questions here... I recently tipped/dropped by bike (I'm a newbie - don't be hard on me) and gas was coming out the filler cap. I read this...
    Thread by: VeggieLaine, Apr 20, 2012, 11 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  10. VeggieLaine
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    Awesome. Low Compression on all 4.

    Kaya - Did you get a new tester yet? I bought that exact same tester as you and had also read the review that you had quoted. I got an even 90...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. VeggieLaine
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    Insurance woes....

    Sad to hear... There'd be plenty of buyers down here in my neck of the woods. I went to Ontario when I was in high school for a shakespeare...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    I can't wait to ride it. my first bike.. don't know what I'm doing. Hubby teaching me little by little, but haven't taken it out of first gear...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. VeggieLaine
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    Does your bike have a name?

    So, your bike is a boy? Max just makes me think of the movie Mad Max..... Maybe just 'cause I've never known anybody named Max, so that's the...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    That sounds like a challenge I'll have to take up with the Hubby after my riding classes and when the bike is ready :twisted:
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. VeggieLaine
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    Lets talk gear

    BTW, I'm not endorsing Duluth Trading Co. and hubby hasn't had any slides in his pants. Mainly going by the reviews on the pants. Just wanted to...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. VeggieLaine
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    Does your bike have a name?

    For now, it's still Beast. Seems to have stuck. But I may add a prenom to it. Thinking maybe Obsidian Beast. That could be either gender. We'll...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. VeggieLaine
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    Lets talk gear

    Duluth Trading Co. (duluthtrading.com) has pants made out of firehose fabric/material. Hubby has a pair or two. Favored by motorcyclists for the...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Also, my grandpa (who at the age of 80 toured the US on his Honda Shadow) wanted me to get a 250 :lol: Where's the faith, grandpa? :roll:
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  19. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    I'll blame it on misinformation. Other bike owners told me to get something 750 or above to keep up with other the others I'll be riding with....
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  20. VeggieLaine
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    So what advice do you have?

    Have any of you guys taken the experienced rider course? I've been trying to talk my hubby into it, but he doesn't seem interested. I don't know...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    That is the main problem with my gas tank right now...... Looks like they overfilled the tank and I got a big dull spot on the right side of my...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Thanks. I think your resto post is where I saw it, I just couldn't remember. Think I'm try out tskaz's advice first, though. cheap is good :lol:
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. VeggieLaine
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    Insurance woes....

    Geico gave us a 10 or 15% discount for the motorcycle safety course certification. Ben's Harley was $270/year for full coverage including...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 5, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. VeggieLaine
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    Does your bike have a name?

    I asked my husband and he said "Yammie the Tranny" 8O :lol:
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 5, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. VeggieLaine
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    Does your bike have a name?

    Better not say them.... the moderators will bleep you out :lol: Here's another question to ponder... Since I'm a girl, is the "gender"...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 5, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. VeggieLaine
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    Does your bike have a name?

    Just wondering if you have picked a name for your bike and what it is? My friends/family have been referring to my bike as "beast". :twisted:...
    Thread by: VeggieLaine, Apr 5, 2012, 39 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. VeggieLaine
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    dirty engine... an investigation?

    Thanks for these posts. I was wondering today what to use to clean the engine. This is helpful info!
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 5, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Nevermind. Think I found my answer with a search. Are these the rubber dampers that suppress the harmonic frequency? I'd never seen them before.
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 4, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  29. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Question - There are some little rubber blocks/spacers?? between the fins on both sides in multiple places. What are these? IDK
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 4, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  30. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    :lol: Not anytime soon.... Already got an order going to chacal for the manual and some other tidbits. The PO had 2 extra seats (will need...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 4, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Let's see if this works... Notice anything different about my signature?????? :wink: :D
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 4, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  32. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    My hubby does all his maintenance and upgrades on his Harley. Don't stereotype them all... :o But yes, my friend's husband is the...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 4, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    IDK about the center stand. I'll check when we go look at it tonight. Either way, I'll let you guys know!!!! If i get it, I'll probably retire...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 4, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Assuming all the work mentioned has been done and it's in great shape. what would you guys think is a good price? Does the 4 into 1 exhaust add...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 4, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Looks a bit dusty, but not too faded
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 4, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  36. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Garage kept. He sent me a pic of the odo showing the mileage (assuming it is correct). I emailed him to see if I could come look at it...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 3, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  37. VeggieLaine
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    Pics of my bike

    I like the lights underneath the tank like that. I usually only see them down by the ground. When I showed my hubby he said "better keep your...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 3, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    From the '81 XJ650 owner "you are fine - im not in a hurry - have a new bike & with good weather & gas prices im not rushing the mileage is...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 3, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Thanks dmccoach. I've looked at a lot of those. Some aren't for sale anymore. Some are out of my price range. If I wait another month, I can...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 3, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  40. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Well, he didn't email me back... so, he's either gone to bed or, he is looking for a buyer that doesn't ask so many questions :roll:...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 2, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  41. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    I came across that last post week when I was browsing through the forums. Well written. :D I understand there is a fair deal of work and...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 2, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  42. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Yeah, I'm not very interested in Harleys. Although, now I guess everybody I'll be riding with has a Harley. Including my husband. LOL. I don't...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 2, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  43. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Nah, she has a bigger budget and a bike enthusiast for a husband. He bought her a sportster 883 hugger.
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 2, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  44. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    K. I went out and bought that compression tester that I mentioned in a previous post. I also bought a bike ramp for our truck :) So, I think I'm...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 2, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  45. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    But on a good note, I've seen bikes start out double their price and eventually knocked down to a reasonable level after they didn't sell for a...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 2, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    I know I know.... I have learned from the past posts, believe it or not ;) I just got excited to see another. There aren't many (if any) other...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 2, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  47. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    I should probably ask him if the brakes have been done and if he has the service receipts.
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 2, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  48. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    "i have a 1981 yamaha xj650 - runs good & looks good garage kept all its life - selling bc i bought a new bike. i have a new set of carbs that...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 2, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  49. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    Can I forward one of you guys an email I just got? It's an 81 xj650 and looks a lot nicer than the one I was originally looking at. I just want...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Apr 2, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  50. VeggieLaine
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    Advice needed - looking at XJ650 this week...

    :lol: Don't think I'll be making it to NY... But yes there will be more and I'm excited to find them!! What about this one just posted...
    Post by: VeggieLaine, Mar 28, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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