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  1. xjyamaha
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    Exhaust gas analyzer for tuning mixture

    My header pipes are original, so they’ve got the little ports at the bottom where an EGA probe can be screwed in. Not sure how specific these...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Apr 26, 2020 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Exhaust gas analyzer for tuning mixture

    I've seen some of these older analyzers on ebay, as well as some newer handheld models for $100-$200 bucks online. Anyone have a specific model...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Apr 26, 2020 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. xjyamaha
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    Add USB port.

    Ah, sounds like a good option. Unfortunately I don't have the ability to turn on/off auxiliary lights.
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jan 30, 2020 in forum: XJ Modifications
  4. xjyamaha
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    Add USB port.

    Anyone added a USB port to their bike? My bike has the storage boxes on each side of the frame underneath the grip and I wonder what's the best...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Jan 30, 2020, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. xjyamaha
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    Upgraded Clutch and Brake Levers

    I can't seem to find anything when searching - it's my Saturday and the whiskey is taking hold - in terms of replacing our stock brake and clutch...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Jan 23, 2020, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. xjyamaha
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    another CL optimist

    That's insane. $500 would be a stretch...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Nov 13, 2018 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  7. xjyamaha
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    Carbon build up?

    Been continuously richening the mixtures on my 1 and 4 cylinders and feel i'm to the point where they're getting too rich, yet my plug electrodes...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jul 31, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. xjyamaha
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    Carbon build up?

    That’s what I was thinking, but wanted a second opinion. Has to either be a mixture setting or possibly my floats are a touch too low.
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jul 24, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. xjyamaha
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    Carbon build up?

    Working on fine tuning my carbs and I’m getting close to being done, but I do have a slight hesitation at times at about 4500 RPMS. It’s odd...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Jul 24, 2018, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. xjyamaha
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    Project Saddle Bag

    Anyone have any knowledge of saddlebags that work with the 650 Turbo? I’m gonna try to take mine to Sturgis next month - gotta do it once right? -...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jul 13, 2018 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. xjyamaha
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    Idle issues

    Yeah, using the extension and black plastic tubes.
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jun 22, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. xjyamaha
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    Idle issues

    I'm on my second brand new colortune and cannot seem to nail down the art of the process. Previous Maxim I rebuilt ran well, but as soon as I'd...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jun 22, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. xjyamaha
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    New xj 650 turbo owner

    https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/tmioa22687/ Not nearly as active as this forum, but it's got a lot of topics over the years it's been active and...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Apr 26, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. xjyamaha
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    Oil flow issue after rebuild.

    Oil pump was cleaned and in good condition. I just checked and there is oil flowing into the oil filter, and oil does move out of the oil filter...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Apr 21, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. xjyamaha
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    Oil flow issue after rebuild.

    Posted this over at the Turbo forum as i'm working on a Seca Turbo but I figured i'd post here too as my issue isn't exclusive to the turbo bikes....
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Apr 21, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. xjyamaha
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    Replace cam chain - assembled engine

    Disregard
    Post by: xjyamaha, Apr 20, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. xjyamaha
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    Replace cam chain - assembled engine

    Have my XJ650 engine reassembled and went to put the cams back in today and realized the new cam chain is a few inches too short. I'm guessing I...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Apr 2, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. xjyamaha
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    K&N pods is this a misprint?

    K&N also claims to sell a replacement air filter for the Seca Turbo which is "custom engineered to fit your specific application." Under the...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Feb 25, 2018 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. xjyamaha
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    Exhaust and rebuild ??

    Not sure anyone has experience with ceramic coated exhausts, but a local place does a silver aluminum color that comes out looking like chrome -...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Feb 5, 2018 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. xjyamaha
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    650 Turbo carb clamps

    I spread them from their tightened down shape, clamping them back down after the new coating...if that’s what you mean?
    Post by: xjyamaha, Dec 24, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  21. xjyamaha
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    650 Turbo carb clamps

    Figured i’d show off my renewed carb clamps for my turbo. Little things are pricey to buy new, so I used my Dremel and cleaned them, then powder...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Dec 23, 2017, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  22. xjyamaha
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    Painted Pipes

    I haven’t had it done or seen it done but Powder Buy the Pound sells a gloss black ceramic exhaust coating. My turbo’s black pipes are in solid...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Nov 24, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. xjyamaha
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    XJ650 Turbo Magis, I need your help

    I’m about 75% done with my Turbo rebuild. I’m no expert but I’ve attained a bit of knowledge and did a full 650 Maxim rebuild a couple years back....
    Post by: xjyamaha, Oct 22, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. xjyamaha
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    Turbo Seca Carb Diaphragm Needle Placement?!

    I cannot for the life of me remember if "A" or "B" is the correct way of installing the needles within the slide on a Turbo Seca. I've looked...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Sep 30, 2017, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. xjyamaha
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    James Bond Bike

    Old Youtube video. Saw it awhile back.
    Post by: xjyamaha, Sep 30, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. xjyamaha
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    82 650 Seca Turbo - partially rebuilt

    Was in the process of rebuilding my 82 Seca Turbo and decided to throw in the towel (looking at a FZ09). The chassis is reassembled and ready to...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Jun 21, 2017, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  27. xjyamaha
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    How to clean rusty exhaust?

    Anyone ever had the mufflers (silencers) refurbished? The mufflers on my Turbo are in okay shape, but do have some rust and need to be sanded and...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jun 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. xjyamaha
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    XJ4ever parts & service

    Parts were perfect and arrived quickly. Excellent service as always!
    Post by: xjyamaha, Mar 11, 2017 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  29. xjyamaha
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    1982 Seca Turbo 650 Handlebar Grips

    https://www.amazon.com/Avon-Grips-Custom-Rubber-Ended/dp/B0031BUMF8 I have these on my Maxim with bar end mirrors and love them, and will likely...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Feb 20, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. xjyamaha
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    Exhaust

    I didn't, and my bike runs fine. I've seen a recommendation to go up a size in jets, but I just went ahead with the factory sizes.
    Post by: xjyamaha, Dec 12, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. xjyamaha
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    Exhaust

    Have a Mac 4 into 2 on my XJ650j. Works well and looks good.
    Post by: xjyamaha, Dec 11, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. xjyamaha
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    XJ650 seat cover replacements

    [ATTACH] In case anyone else stumbles in here looking for seat cover replacement help, I ended up buying another cover from B&H Seat Covers for my...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Nov 30, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. xjyamaha
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    81 xj650 maxim top end rebuild, Anything else I should do with the engine out?

    By "rebuilding" I guess I don't know what exactly you mean other than replacing the head gasket as you mentioned. If you're taking the head off...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Nov 30, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. xjyamaha
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    Fuel Pressure Regulator

    The fuel pressure regulator on my 650 Turbo is in poor shape; I can see rust on the interior. Has anyone ever been able to dismantle one and...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Oct 21, 2016, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. xjyamaha
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    3D Scanning hard (impossible) to find parts.

    I recently found a rear seat fairing for my 650 Turbo Seca, which has no broken tabs and/or cracks, and was a bit spendy. I've spent awhile...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Aug 28, 2016, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. xjyamaha
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    XJ650 Turbo Seca Taillight Gasket?

    Anyone have a lead on a taillight gasket for a 650 Seca Turbo? Seems to be the only part on the entire bike I cannot locate...worldwide. Creating...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Jul 29, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  37. xjyamaha
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    650 Seca Turbo Aftermarket Mirrors?

    Mirrors that came with my Seca Turbo are really faded, and have their fair share of blemishes, and the boots are basically gone. I've seen some...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Apr 24, 2016, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  38. xjyamaha
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    For Sale XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODELS

    Petcock rebuild kit just arrived. Has everything I need, and then some. Thank You!
    Post by: xjyamaha, Mar 17, 2016 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  39. xjyamaha
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    WTB XJ650 Turbo seat cowl

    Looking to buy a cowl for around the rear seat for my 82 650 Turbo. One on the bike has a couple broken tabs that aren't repairable, so I need one...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Jan 14, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  40. xjyamaha
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    82 XJ650 Turbo - Ebay

    That would be me. Going to go pick it up at the end of the week. Be a few months before I can really dive into it, but now that my Maxim is "done"...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jun 29, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  41. xjyamaha
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    82 XJ650 Turbo - Ebay

    http://m.ebay.com/itm/221808920186?nav=SEARCH Would love to bid, as I'm not too far away, but will be moving for a new job in a few weeks and not...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Jun 28, 2015, 3 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  42. xjyamaha
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    1981 Yamaha 750 SECA for Sale

    Wanting that exact bike. Too bad I'm halfway across the country...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jun 25, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  43. xjyamaha
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    spark plug recommendations

    Looking for plug opinions. These only have 100 or so miles, but I'm still in the process of fine tuning after the rebuild. Bike runs well, but the...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jun 24, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. xjyamaha
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    Electrical gremlins... headlight relay

    Got a $20 one off eBay and it's working just fine now.
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jun 24, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. xjyamaha
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    Electrical gremlins... headlight relay

    Other electrical issue are the two vacant connectors within my headlight. The red one comes straight out of the wiring harness and carries 12...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jun 16, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. xjyamaha
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    Electrical gremlins... headlight relay

    Sorting out a couple electrical issues and one includes a bad headlight relay. I'm trying to locate one, but I'm also seeing conflicting advice as...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Jun 15, 2015, 24 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. xjyamaha
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    For Sale XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODELS

    Very happy with my spin on oil filter adapter and chrome filter. Thanks Len!
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jun 10, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  48. xjyamaha
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    Post rebuild break-in

    After my months long, complete rebuild my bike is once again going. I've been following the break-in instructions I've found online, including the...
    Thread by: xjyamaha, Jun 7, 2015, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. xjyamaha
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    Bike still won't start after Starter rebuild

    It's been a months long, trying, but genuinely enjoyable process. All I can tell you is be patient, and don't overreact as I've done more than once...
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. xjyamaha
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    Bike still won't start after Starter rebuild

    Transplanted the new brushes onto the old plate and my bike is finally alive again.
    Post by: xjyamaha, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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