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  1. Scotland333
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    XJ4ever parts & service

    Another pleasantly successful transaction with the crew at XJ4EVER. Appreciate it guys!
    Post by: Scotland333, Apr 6, 2014 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
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    When did you get hooked on motorcycling?

    Ever since I began driving at age 16 I had always been fascinated by motorcycles. A combination of their looks, sound, presence really drew me in....
    Post by: Scotland333, Mar 15, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  3. Scotland333
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    Great day for a ride!

    Good to hear! These bikes are so awesomely fun when they're running properly.
    Post by: Scotland333, Mar 15, 2014 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    carb diaphram

    Not sure why it's like that but I would say as long as there isn't any damage to the rubber diaphragm itself and the seal between the piston and...
    Post by: Scotland333, Feb 27, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Finally Went Out For A Ride

    Yeah we had a high of 58 which was awesome. Depressing thing is the forecast for the rest of the week isn't supposed to go above freezing :cry:...
    Post by: Scotland333, Feb 25, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Finally Went Out For A Ride

    Thanks for the compliments fellas. I'm not sure where the Euro bars are from as they were on the bike when I purchased it but they do resemble the...
    Post by: Scotland333, Feb 24, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Finally Went Out For A Ride

    This winter so far has been unpleasant with frigid temperatures and consistent snow. So when the forecast showed sunny, clear sky 58 degree...
    Thread by: Scotland333, Feb 23, 2014, 8 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    starting on a new bike.

    My guess would be that one of the throttle cable return springs either snapped or just popped out of place. Seeing as that is what provides the...
    Post by: Scotland333, Feb 21, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Sluggish Tachometer

    Man this is awesome! It's so responsive now like having a new tach. Apparently it was pretty gummed up as it took quite a few passes to get it...
    Post by: Scotland333, Feb 21, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Sluggish Tachometer

    Hey fellas, I went out riding the other day and noticed my tachometer movements were extremely sluggish. So I checked my tach cable to make sure...
    Thread by: Scotland333, Feb 21, 2014, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Latest Forums Scrolling Issue?

    I've been experiencing issues with the forum scrolling continuously moving despite me placing my cursor on a forum link. I believe it's a...
    Post by: Scotland333, Feb 18, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Backfire on Cold No Start

    Yes, I only experienced one big exhaust backfire when I started the bike and then promptly shut the engine off. I went back out today and examined...
    Post by: Scotland333, Sep 14, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Backfire on Cold No Start

    Yes, I marked them prior to removal of the old coils to ensure proper reassembly. Would the whitish color of the spark have any negative effects?
    Post by: Scotland333, Sep 13, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Backfire on Cold No Start

    Yup the coil wires are going to the right plugs.
    Post by: Scotland333, Sep 13, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Max Storey's Charity Bike

    Agreed!! I'm a fan of max's work as well. It would be pretty cool to see the charity bike project come to fruition with some support from the XJ's.
    Post by: Scotland333, Sep 13, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Backfire on Cold No Start

    Three weeks ago, I experienced 2 of my cylinders cut out while riding and traced it to a faulty ignition coil. The bike sat for 2 weeks before I...
    Thread by: Scotland333, Sep 13, 2013, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Diaphragms made in the USA!

    Tony, I tried M-H-68-S as replacements for my BS28 carb diaphragms. The inside diameter was a perfect fit around the slides but the outer...
    Post by: Scotland333, Sep 13, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Diaphragms made in the USA!

    Excellent place to purchase replacement diaphragms. Unfortunately, they don't offer replacements for the 550's with the smaller Mikuni BS28 carbs.
    Post by: Scotland333, Sep 13, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Other than your bike what do you drive?

    When I'm not on the bike I'm usually lumbering around in one of the trucks. I love my trucks but nothing beats the XJ. 1999 Ford F-150, 2006 Dodge...
    Post by: Scotland333, Aug 30, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Tuning With YICS

    Thanks for the assistance fellas. I was able to sync with the YICS tool after tweaking the idle.
    Post by: Scotland333, Aug 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Tuning With YICS

    The YICS tool is from XJ4Ever. I do have the bolt installed opposite the tool and the seal is tight without any air leaks. With the tool installed...
    Post by: Scotland333, Aug 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Tuning With YICS

    After proceeding through the various checkpoints to get my bike operating at peak efficiency, I am now in the carb tuning phase. I'm using the...
    Thread by: Scotland333, Aug 7, 2013, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ4ever parts & service

    Overall another excellent experience again with the crew at XJ4Ever. It won't be long until I'm back again.
    Post by: Scotland333, Jul 29, 2013 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
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    2500 idle

    This topic should be posted in XJ Chat so it receives more views. This area is designed for technical write ups. I would suggest that you ensure...
    Post by: Scotland333, Jul 24, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Dayton ohio anyone?

    Hey SecaWrencher appreciate the offer, I'm just in the process of performing some overdue maintenance. I had to overhaul the front braking system,...
    Post by: Scotland333, Jul 17, 2013 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Dayton ohio anyone?

    I'm in the Dayton area as well and would like to get out to do a meetup/ride. Unfortunately, my bike is out of commission at the moment.
    Post by: Scotland333, Jul 17, 2013 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Cleaning Fuel Passages, Testing Seals

    Thanks for the input fellas. I removed the accessible throttle shaft seals on each carb and they were intact and still quite pliable. I am going...
    Post by: Scotland333, Jul 16, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    electrical issues..81 XJ550 Seca

    To access the fuse box you must first remove the seat. If unmodified there should be a black box that says fuse.
    Post by: Scotland333, Jul 15, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cleaning Fuel Passages, Testing Seals

    I have broken my carburetor rack apart to replace the fuel line o-rings and to test the throttle shaft seals. I have 2 questions: What type of...
    Thread by: Scotland333, Jul 15, 2013, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Mufflers other than OEM

    I have an old Yoshi R&D can on my Maxim 550. It looks odd but the exhaust note greatly outweighs the lack of aesthetic appeal. [img]
    Post by: Scotland333, Jul 6, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    For Sale XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODELS

    Re: XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODEL I received thoroughly excellent service from Len at XJ4ever. The shipping was...
    Post by: Scotland333, May 20, 2013 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Carbs not delivering fuel to engine

    I appreciate all of the information guys. I'm starting to realize just how resourceful this forum can be. Thanks for the compliment 750E-II. Yes...
    Post by: Scotland333, Apr 13, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Carbs not delivering fuel to engine

    Alright thanks for the information fellas. I'll pull the cover to check the valves and accurately wet-set the float levels. I didn't realize that...
    Post by: Scotland333, Apr 11, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Carbs not delivering fuel to engine

    I have an 1982 Yamaha XJ550 Maxim with 27,000 miles. It is completely stock except for an aftermarket 4 into 1 exhaust system. When I purchased...
    Thread by: Scotland333, Apr 11, 2013, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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