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  1. gungrave9009
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    Throttle cut out and bike died

    Well now I'm having even more trouble, when the bike died and trying to get it home I would have to try forever to get it started and finally it'd...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. gungrave9009
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    Throttle cut out and bike died

    Once the throttle hit a certain point I felt it cut out, then it chugged along until I let off the throttle. Then it died.
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. gungrave9009
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    Throttle cut out and bike died

    Noted. Will just wet set them all. Wish me luck.
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. gungrave9009
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    Holes in Mufflers

    My muffler had a big hole like that and was cracked right by where the center stand rests. Had a good friend weld a plate on and weld around the...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. gungrave9009
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    Throttle cut out and bike died

    I am going to get into it tonight after work and try to wet set the floats. Could wrong float levels also cause the bike to not want to start?...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. gungrave9009
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    Throttle cut out and bike died

    And to wet set them all you would just use the tube method on each one and adjust until its correct? Also there is no standard height for floats...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. gungrave9009
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    Throttle cut out and bike died

    That is good to know. So its looking like the float levels are the cause of my problems. So correct me if I'm wrong but it seems I can get one...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. gungrave9009
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    Throttle cut out and bike died

    Reading through how to check and set float levels, kind confusing to me but trying to figure it out. Should I try to check and set the float...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. gungrave9009
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    Throttle cut out and bike died

    I have not checked them, I was going to ask if it could be floats not set correctly or the float needles needing replaced? I'm not 100% sure on...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. gungrave9009
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    Throttle cut out and bike died

    I'm trying to get some vaccum gauges so i can running sync them. The bench sync did help a lot though.
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. gungrave9009
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    Throttle cut out and bike died

    Figured I'd start another thread, I'm pretty stuck at this point. So valves are adjusted, I bench sync'd and thoroughly cleaned my carbs. The...
    Thread by: gungrave9009, Jun 9, 2015, 23 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    Not sure what to try next, bike defiantly isn't wanting to start now though :(
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 9, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  13. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    Just checked, they were all still the same.
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 8, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  14. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    Only backfiring at idle. Also it died twice on me and now wont start again. Was running great, throttle was crisp feeling again and all the power...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 8, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  15. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    just rode it around town for a bit, no luck on the air filter. Going to order one online, the exhaust seems to have a slight popping noise now.
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 8, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  16. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    For sure man, I'm not very comfortable with breaking the rack so defiantly not unless I know I have to. I thought you only needed to re jet for...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 8, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  17. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    Ahh ok, I know what they are now. Guess I need to get a torch and check for some vaccum leaks then. Also its probably worth noting that I have a...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 8, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  18. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    Carb to engine boots are new as of last year so I can't imagine it's those. Not sure what the throttle shaft seals look like. Is there a good...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 8, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  19. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    Floats are in the correct way. Bike didnt want to start run or idle right at 2.5 turns out, I'm at about 3.5 out right now and it starts real...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 8, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  20. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    I did already bench sync(per that method as well) just about 100 miles ago. Trying to get ahold of the vaccum gauges so I can get them spot on....
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 7, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  21. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    so i just got back into the carbs, gave them a THOROUGH cleaning and didn't skimp anywhere. Brass plugs on the mixture screws were already drilled...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 7, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  22. gungrave9009
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    Seafoam in Crank case

    I figured as much, I just want to try everything I can before the day comes I gotta get into it. Also if anyone could link me to a fuel filter...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 7, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. gungrave9009
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    Seafoam in Crank case

    So I keep reading threads about putting seafoam in your crank case to possibly help clean some gunk off the starter clutch. Anyone had any success...
    Thread by: gungrave9009, Jun 7, 2015, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    I haven't replaced the float needles, I have no previous experience with carbeurateors so this is all new to me. If I am running lean how should I...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  25. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    so my pilot screw is the smaller one in the bowl?
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  26. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    I'm not sure as I haven't adjusted them since I've had the bike (bear with me, its my first bike and I'm no mechanic) where are the pilot screws?
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  27. gungrave9009
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    For Sale 1981 XJ650 Carb Boots

    I have a used set of carb to engine boots from my 1981 xj650, I bought a new set when I purchased the bike a few years ago and have had this set...
    Thread by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  28. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    Ok so just rode the bike home from work (about 25 miles) it wasnt cutting out this time but past 65 she has basically no power. I will empty my...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  29. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    No inline filter :( I will pick one up today, 1/4" right?
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  30. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    Will check when I get home today. Is there any reason my butterfly valves would come out of spec after syncing them?
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  31. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    Ah OK, I know what they are now. I had the carbs apart the other day and everything was nice and clean, no clogged jets or anything I could see....
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  32. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    Cutting out right at 65-70, I only weigh 160 lbs. I was just flying on it yesterday at 80+ with plenty of power and today it isn't there.
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  33. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    Slides move freely, I checked the diaphragams and they were fine. Not sure what the emulton tubes are?
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  34. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    So my valves are adjusted and I bench synced my carbs. The bike ran much better, way more power and helped my bad mpg issue as well. Today I rode...
    Thread by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015, 42 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  35. gungrave9009
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    Dialing the carbs in

    So my valves are adjusted and I bench synced my carbs. The bike ran much better, way more power and helped my bad mpg issue as well. Today I rode...
    Thread by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015, 0 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  36. gungrave9009
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    Carb Boot Rubber Caps

    Anyone know where I can find a new set of the rubber caps used to plug the vaccum lines on the carbs?
    Thread by: gungrave9009, Jun 5, 2015, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Poor xj650 mpg

    I've got the exact same bike and I'm having the exact same problem. I get about 30 miles per gallon and when I have to use my reserve the bike...
    Post by: gungrave9009, May 28, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. gungrave9009
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    Poor fuel mileage on my 1982 XJ550 Maxim

    I'm also having the same problem, 1981 XJ650 just had the valve clearances done <100 miles ago. I have a 3.4 gallon tank and im only getting 80...
    Post by: gungrave9009, May 15, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Losing gas milage

    Just got home to all the responses, valve clearances were just done like a hundred miles ago(this problem was happening before the valves were...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 24, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Losing gas milage

    Last year i could ride my bike 100+ miles before i had to switch to the reserve. This year I only seem to be getting to 80-85 miles before it...
    Thread by: gungrave9009, Jun 23, 2014, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. gungrave9009
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    MPG as an indicator of proper tune?

    I have to ask, where did you find those handguards for your seca? I have an 81 xj650 and i've been searching for a pair exactly like those.
    Post by: gungrave9009, May 27, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. gungrave9009
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    Normal RPM

    The reason i ask is because at 60 mph my bike usually sits at 5k or right over. I got on the other day and went for a ride and noticed my rpms...
    Post by: gungrave9009, May 23, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. gungrave9009
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    Normal RPM

    18.6k miles. I haven't checked the valve clearances yet, I've read your write-up I've just been kind of scared to do them myself. Guess i'll get a...
    Post by: gungrave9009, May 23, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. gungrave9009
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    Normal RPM

    I had checked it last weekend and it seemed clean, i'll pull it again and give it a cleaning.
    Post by: gungrave9009, May 23, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. gungrave9009
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    Normal RPM

    81 maxim 650 I was wondering what my rpms should look like at 60 mph? It seems like i've lost some power recently and I'm only pulling about...
    Thread by: gungrave9009, May 23, 2014, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. gungrave9009
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    starter is spinning but not catching

    This is exactly the problem im having. Every once in a great while my starter just spins and sounds like rocks in a blender. I can always get it...
    Post by: gungrave9009, May 17, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Leaking petcock

    Make sure you check your plastic diaphragm spacer. I just fixed the same issue with my petcock and it was leaking because my plastic spacer had...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Aug 6, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. gungrave9009
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    Leaky Petcock

    Mine is leaking right where the two square seals meet the petcock, the seals are brand new so I'm assuming is has to be a hole in the actual...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jul 5, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Leaky Petcock

    The petcock on my 1981 XJ650 seems to be leaking, I just bought the petcock rebuild kit and it didn't seem to fix it. I think there is a small...
    Thread by: gungrave9009, Jul 5, 2013, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. gungrave9009
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    81 XJ650 Bypass valve cover leak

    I just put a new wix filter with the O rings in 800 miles ago. Maybe it's the one on the bolt? I'll get it opened and check them both out, thank...
    Post by: gungrave9009, Jun 23, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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