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  1. 2001FZ1
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    Touch up paint

    I have lost the paint code. How do I find it for the 82 Maxim?
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Oct 15, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Touch up paint

    Hello, I'm looking for a place to buy some touch up paint for my dad's XJ-750. Its an 83 but when we restored it, we painted it in '82's red....
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Oct 15, 2013, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Battery charger/tender question...

    some more good reading on charging a battery http://batterytender.com/why_batterytender.php
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Jun 24, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Tires, I need tires

    Pirelli Sport Demon tires have been working great on the Maxim for me. They provide very good handling and braking.
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Jun 8, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. 2001FZ1
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    How much $$$ to replace clutch?

    Good to hear. Thanks guys!
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Jun 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. 2001FZ1
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    Before and after restoration pictures

    The original exhaust was in sad shape ~ lots of rust through the entire thing so it went in the trash.
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Jun 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. 2001FZ1
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    Before and after restoration pictures

    a little of the rear.
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Jun 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. 2001FZ1
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    Before and after restoration pictures

    Dad always wanted a bright red bike so I am surprising him tomorrow with it. he knows about everything else.
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Jun 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. 2001FZ1
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    Before and after restoration pictures

    after
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Jun 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. 2001FZ1
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    Before and after restoration pictures

    The old man is going to have a heart attach when see what I have done to his bike. BTW, he has owned this since it was new and it has never say...
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Jun 6, 2007, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How much $$$ to replace clutch?

    Now that I have Dad's Maxim 750 running (almost 100%) I can feel the clutch slipping when shifting at full throttle near red line. It is more...
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Jun 6, 2007, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Help with coil/plug wire check!!!

    Thanks guys. I have been chasing my tail (and so has the local bike shop) on why the bike is missing at ONLY full throttle between 4,500 and...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Jun 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Help with coil/plug wire check!!!

    Does each plug cap have a resistor? It looks like only 2 & 3 did. Confused or blind......
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Jun 5, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Help with coil/plug wire check!!!

    I suspect I might have issues with the ignition on the XJ-750. I measured the following: Between plug wires 2 & 3 I get 23.28k ohms Between...
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Jun 5, 2007, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. 2001FZ1
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    Polishing shiny plastic

    I used Mother's Polish on the side covers for the maxim and it worked great.
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Jun 3, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Fairing clamp

    I was wondering if anyone could help me find a mounting clamp for the Vetter (Ghost model) windshield on the Maxim. I had one clamp break that...
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Jun 2, 2007, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Riding Boots/Shoes

    Good Post Jim!!! A buddy of mine used to wear work boots when he rode but after crashing and receiving severe cuts and scrapes just above his...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, May 26, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    tires

    Pirelli sport demon tires are working great for me. I use them on the Ninja 250 and the Maxim. Much improved handling over the old Dunlops and...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, May 26, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New float needle valves are longer

    I used the new needle, seat and spring clip. I adjusted the tab on the float to compensate.
    Post by: 2001FZ1, May 13, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Continental tires...how are they?

    I recently put a set of pirelli sport demon tires on the XJ-750 and it made a huge improvement in handling. They cost $200 shipped (front and...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, May 11, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike back from shop but still need fine tuning???

    I just picked up the Maxim from the local motorcycle shop. he did a carb sync using the YICS tool, adjusted the idle mixture screws and changed...
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, May 3, 2007, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    whats causing my xj700 to come back down slow

    I was having that problem last week until I replaced the float needle valves and seats. I also had to adjust the float to the correct level. The...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 28, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Might go for it!

    It could be a fun project. Be sure to take a flash light and check the inside of the fuel tank. Rusty fuel tanks can be fixed but its a pain if...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 28, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    brake info needed

    Last week I rebuilt the calipers on my XJ and I used the air compressor to pop the pistons out. I had to set it to 150psi but they came out.
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 23, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New float needle valves are longer

    I bought them here: https://www.carbkitscapital.com/carb_ki ... odel=XJ750 Part number: 48-1436 I just finished setting the float levels on...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 23, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New float needle valves are longer

    Thanks for the tip and the picture. The Haynes manual also has a crude drawing but that picture is nice. Take a closer look. I'm not...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 23, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New float needle valves are longer

    So I ordered a set of float needle valves along with the seats for the XJ-750. When installed, I could not get any fuel into the bowls. Upon...
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Apr 23, 2007, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    shifting RPM's?????

    Only steers and queers come from Texas. And you don’t look much like a steer to me so that kinda narrows it down. :lol:
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 20, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    rebuilding rear shocks

    Thanks guys. Where is a good place to buy them new? (cheap) We already dropped $1,200 on this bike so far, we can't afford $450 on new shocks.
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 19, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    rebuilding rear shocks

    I was wondering if its possible to rebuild the rear shocks on the XJ-750K. I am having a local bike shop do the forks and was thinking that if it...
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Apr 18, 2007, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    shifting RPM's?????

    Want to hear something funny? When I am riding the Ninja 250, I don't shift until at least 9,000 rpms. If am really getting on it, I shift at...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 18, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    i need help with a oil in gas problem

    Joby, DO NOT start the bike until you drain the oil/gas mixture and fix the petcock or carb problem. It doesn't take much gas in the oil before...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 16, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    top speed in each gear

    Out of curiosity, does anyone know how fast the '83 XJ-750 will go in each gear at red line? If you are curios, my GSXR will 103mph in 1st...
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Apr 15, 2007, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How can I test my tach?

    I found the wiring diagram in the crappy haynes manual and Polock is mostly correct (could be totally correct but I'm not sure) B= ground...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 14, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How can I test my tach?

    RickCoMatic, I'm really hoping it is the cold but it would be nice to test it and know for sure. I may have to bring home an Oscilloscope from...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 14, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How can I test my tach?

    I am having issues with the Tachometer on the XJ. I though it was just needing to be lubed, so I followed RickCoMatic's method of lubing the Tach...
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Apr 14, 2007, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How much $$ did you sink into the XJ this winter?

    Custom Paint on tank/side covers: $300 Exhaust: $250 Tires: $200 Fork seals including labor: $100 Brake lines: $100 Carb parts: $60 Brake...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 14, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Front Brakes

    Impulse2K1, I just finished rebuilding the master cylinder and one caliper on my XJ. The amount of crud inside the master cylinder was amazing....
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 13, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Front Brakes

    I'm having a similar problem on my XJ750 after putting stainless lines on the bike from Paragon Performance. I also had some crud in the master...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 13, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    possible float or float needle problem?

    This weekend I was finally able get the Maxim running and before I did, I turned the petcock to Prime. After a couple minutes, I noticed that...
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Apr 9, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Why is the tach slowwww to respond?

    I just finished lubing the tach and it works much, much better. Its still not as quick to respond as my GSXR but I'm hoping once I ride the bike,...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 8, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Why is the tach slowwww to respond?

    BTW, Aircraft remover burns when you get it on your arm. Carb cleaner works very well and stopping the burn though.....
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 7, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Why is the tach slowwww to respond?

    Thanks for the advice. I'll let you know how it goes. If I get time, I might do it tomorrow. Hey guys, look what a little Aircraft remover...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 7, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Why is the tach slowwww to respond?

    Thanks for the link. I'll be taking apart the tach. I have already traced the wires from the TCI and coil. I took every connection apart, clean...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 7, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Why is the tach slowwww to respond?

    I finally got the old XJ-750 running today thanks to the quick shipping from Len (chacal) for the idle mixture O-rings and washers but for some...
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Apr 7, 2007, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Anyone running Pirelli Sport Demon tires?

    Dispatcher, they made the Ninja feel like a completely different bike. The amount of grip is amazing compared to the stock tires. I'm not sure...
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 3, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Anyone running Pirelli Sport Demon tires?

    I put a set of Sport Demons on my Ninja 250 last year and love how they handle. I looked and see that they make sizes for the Xj-750. I was...
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Apr 2, 2007, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need part numbers for washer and o-ring in XJ-750 carb

    Wow, thanks for doing the work to figure that out!
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 2, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    '82 Yamaha Maxim XJ650 Carb covers fit '83 Maxim XJ-750???

    So I was looking around for some used parts for my Dad's '83 Maxim and found a set of good looking chrome carburetor side covers for a '82 XJ-650....
    Thread by: 2001FZ1, Apr 1, 2007, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need part numbers for washer and o-ring in XJ-750 carb

    Thank you. What about the washers?
    Post by: 2001FZ1, Apr 1, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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