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  1. Uberstranger
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    For Sale 1983 Maxim XJ750K

    Hello, I am regrettably listing for sale my 1983 Yamaha Maxim XJ 750K. I am in central New Jersey. The bike is not currently running but up...
    Thread by: Uberstranger, Apr 21, 2021, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  2. Uberstranger
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    Header issues

    I recently purchased a MAC 4-1 because my collector box/heat sheilds and headers were in horrible shape. I debated trying to salvage, but i...
    Thread by: Uberstranger, Sep 8, 2014, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Uberstranger
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    Is it worth it

    Thanks I'll look into those. Does it pay to disassemble the engine and try and remove all the carbon build-up?
    Post by: Uberstranger, Aug 19, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. Uberstranger
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    Is it worth it

    haha that thought had crossed my mind, though seems a whee bit overkill
    Post by: Uberstranger, Aug 19, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. Uberstranger
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    Is it worth it

    I bought an 83 XJ 750 Maxim last year as a beginner bike and a project, one hell of a project it was. I rebuilt parts, replaced parts broke more...
    Thread by: Uberstranger, Aug 19, 2013, 9 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. Uberstranger
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    Model confusion

    All along I've thought I had an '83 xj750k, that's what the title says. And I know from messing with the wiring and electric components are set up...
    Thread by: Uberstranger, Apr 4, 2013, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Uberstranger
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    Misfire - Electrical Issue

    I think I've narrowed it down to the pick-up coils... When the bike is running properly I read 710 and 730 on the two coils. When it's not running...
    Post by: Uberstranger, Aug 7, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Uberstranger
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    Misfire - Electrical Issue

    However, if I install one of the other TCIs, cyilinders 2 and 3 fire and 1 and 4 give me nothing. I have an aftermarket TCI ( hyperpack s/n...
    Post by: Uberstranger, Aug 2, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Uberstranger
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    Misfire - Electrical Issue

    I took the bike out for an hour or so and bike ran great. Stopped half way at wawa for a quick snack, couldnt have been off for 5 minutes, and the...
    Post by: Uberstranger, Jul 31, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Uberstranger
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    Accessory light malfunctions

    Yep, a little grease, or dust (something black and nasty) was covering the connections. Cleaned with a rag and problem went away
    Post by: Uberstranger, Jul 31, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Uberstranger
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    Accessory light malfunctions

    The fuses were replaced by the PO to inline fuses. While studying the wiring diagram, I found that when the start button is in the resting...
    Post by: Uberstranger, Jul 28, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Uberstranger
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    Accessory light malfunctions

    For some reason, my handlebar electronics are acting up. My blinker doesn't consistently blink, and my speedo and tach lights turn off. If I tap...
    Thread by: Uberstranger, Jul 26, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Uberstranger
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    Misfire - Electrical Issue

    The fuse box was replaced by the PO with individual inline fuses. I checked nearly every connection, resistance, and diode and found nothing...
    Post by: Uberstranger, Jul 26, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Uberstranger
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    Misfire - Electrical Issue

    A few months ago I purchased an '83 XJ750, non-working. It's original problem was a "misfire" where only one ignition coil would work at a time....
    Thread by: Uberstranger, Jul 6, 2012, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Uberstranger
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    1983 XJ 750 Maxim Midnight

    That's a bitch, I do have them but they are spray painted black
    Post by: Uberstranger, May 16, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. Uberstranger
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    1983 XJ 750 Maxim Midnight

    I bought "what i believed to be" an 83 XJ750K some weeks ago, and Ive been working on it to get it roadworthy once again. I ran the VIN number...
    Thread by: Uberstranger, May 16, 2012, 3 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. Uberstranger
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    XJ750 rebuild - electrical issue

    I did the diode test, out of the Haynes manual, and I got no conductivity, forwards or reverse. A little strange to me, how can all 6 diodes fail...
    Post by: Uberstranger, Apr 23, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Uberstranger
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    XJ750 rebuild - electrical issue

    1 and 4 currently. If I switch TCIs 2 and 3 fires. Turns out the Tach is controlled by the 2 and 3. Took apart the whole tach and most of the...
    Post by: Uberstranger, Apr 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Uberstranger
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    XJ750 rebuild - electrical issue

    I recently purchased a non working 83 XJ750 K. The seller told me the issue was in the TCI. He deduced it was the TCI because he had a second...
    Thread by: Uberstranger, Apr 22, 2012, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Uberstranger
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    xj750 Maxim parts (Rectifier $20/Relays $5/brake lines $15)

    Re: xj750 Maxim parts (Seat Rails/Rectifier/Ignition/Relays/...) I may be interested in the rectifier
    Post by: Uberstranger, Apr 22, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  21. Uberstranger
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    Rear wheel locked up

    Sorry, I left out that it rolls in neutral
    Post by: Uberstranger, Apr 20, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. Uberstranger
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    Rear wheel locked up

    I'm looking for some help. I bought a '83 XJ750K recently. It didn't run on account of an electrical issue. Fixed that and she fires, not quite...
    Thread by: Uberstranger, Apr 20, 2012, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. Uberstranger
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    First Bike. First Project. Very excited.

    So far I've ordered a Haynes Manual, ordered the known problematic electrical part the TCI, brushed off all rust, and touched up with rustoleum,...
    Post by: Uberstranger, Apr 18, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. Uberstranger
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    First Bike. First Project. Very excited.

    Hey Everyone, I just wanted to introduce myself and my bike. I have been looking for a first bike for a while, but I'm rather particular. I...
    Thread by: Uberstranger, Apr 18, 2012, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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