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  1. blackhills_xj
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    AFTERMARKET Speedometer

    you could also try Mikes SX. I know they have a variety of gages on there and they are for Yamaha's already so they may have the correct gearing...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Sep 2, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. blackhills_xj
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    Need crash bars and/or highway pegs for 1982 XJ550 Maxim

    JC whitney has a set of engine guards for around $70. They are only the 2 point type though but they would allow you to add a set of highway pegs....
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Sep 2, 2007 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  3. blackhills_xj
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    ahhhhh, Dont know what to do!

    What about something like a sport cruiser? I see them around here every once in a while but here in the hills they are mostly Harley's. They look...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Sep 2, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
  4. blackhills_xj
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    frame... maxim vs seca

    Thanks BlueMaxim! This project may turn out to be easier than I thought. But then again I better not say that just yet as I haven't even started...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Sep 1, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. blackhills_xj
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    frame... maxim vs seca

    I recently picked up a 1980 650 maxim that I have some mechanical work to do to. But it was also going to be my winter project. Going to turn it...
    Thread by: blackhills_xj, Sep 1, 2007, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. blackhills_xj
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    New to me...

    I got another XJ tonight! One of the girls I work with sold it to me for all of $300. This one is a 1980 XJ650 Maxim with a few issues. Her...
    Thread by: blackhills_xj, Aug 30, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. blackhills_xj
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    Replacement tank suggestions?

    I have an 82' XJ550 as well and unless you want to swap it and the seat out with one from a 550 SECA your out of luck. The XJ650 and XJ750 have...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Aug 29, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. blackhills_xj
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    fairing identification

    I have4 seen ones like that in JC Whitneys online catalog. They have it listed as a generic sport fairing, they also have it in a round version if...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Aug 22, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. blackhills_xj
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    Handlebars....

    Try the European bend ones. I have a set of those as I liked the Daytonas as well but got the same warning about the finish from the dealer. The...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Aug 21, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. blackhills_xj
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I added a new set of turn signals all around, replaced the fuse box with mini inline ones, replaced the stock headlight with an H4 and replaced...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Aug 11, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. blackhills_xj
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    Need Best Source for 550 Carb Parts???

    Here is a stage one and three Jet Kit on ebay for a reasonable price compared to what the local yamarobber shop wants.
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Aug 11, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. blackhills_xj
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    82 Maxim and Coil Interchangeability

    The coil for plugs 1 and 4 are the same as are the ones for 2 and 3, so yes the same coil controls the outside ones. As for the coils being...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Aug 10, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. blackhills_xj
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    another racing idle

    I GOT IT! I did the whole business card thing you mentioned in another thread Rick. I didn't have a regular business card handy all i had was a...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Aug 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. blackhills_xj
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    another racing idle

    OK. I am headed back out to the garage so I will let you know how it goes. Thanks Sal.
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Aug 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. blackhills_xj
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    another racing idle

    OK. I still have the carbs off at the moment so I will do that before I reinstall them before I go to work.
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Aug 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. blackhills_xj
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    another racing idle

    OK rick this is how I have the throttle attachment set up so please tell me if I have it wrong. To me this looks right. The area I have...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Aug 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. blackhills_xj
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    another racing idle

    OK... I am at a loss on this one. I have been keeping up on or trying to with everyone else that has been having this similar problem. On Friday I...
    Thread by: blackhills_xj, Aug 5, 2007, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. blackhills_xj
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    a couple of chain questions.. XJ550

    I have a new set of sprockets and chain on order for my 550 Maxim at the moment. I went with a standard size 45 tooth gear in the rear and a 15...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Jul 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. blackhills_xj
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    Headlight question

    allot of guys swap to a round headlight if they don't like the square one or just upgrade what they have with a 4H bulb kit if they like the...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Jun 26, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. blackhills_xj
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    Stage-1 Jet Kit for XJ-550 -- Need source for acquiring Kit.

    Re: Stage-1 Jet Kit for XJ-550 -- Need source for acquiring will this work for you Rick? I found it while cruising eBay last night, figured it...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Jun 24, 2007 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  21. blackhills_xj
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    650/750 wheels fit on 550?

    nope. The only wheels that I have found that will do a direct swap are the five star ones from the seca. I was wondering about this as well as I...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Jun 24, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. blackhills_xj
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    *WTB* 85 XJ700N Rebuilt Carbs or Have mine rebuilt, or.....

    you might want to try moving this up to the XJ Chat block. Most people wouldn't look here for someone that is looking for help. That would be the...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Jun 15, 2007 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  23. blackhills_xj
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    ? about seat mods- make narrower?

    you can do that yourself with a few simple tools. Some of the folks here have simple used a carving knife to get the desired shape they want and...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Jun 12, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. blackhills_xj
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    Where is everyone?

    Just added myself to the map..... looks like I am stuck here in Harley country alone =(
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Jun 9, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. blackhills_xj
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    The Road Trip - 2500kms/1500ml

    sounds like it was one hell of a week. I get the same kind of weather here in South Dakota so I know what it can be like going from warm and sunny...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Jun 4, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. blackhills_xj
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    Wahoo!!

    nice looking ride you have there girl. Now you just need to polish it up a bit and you will be set on that part.
    Post by: blackhills_xj, May 9, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. blackhills_xj
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    Miscellaneous '82 XJ550 parts FS

    I might be interested in the exhaust pipes if you still have them around.
    Post by: blackhills_xj, May 9, 2007 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  28. blackhills_xj
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    Correct Tire Size 82 maxim 550

    The rear should be a 130/90-16 and the front is a 100/90-19
    Post by: blackhills_xj, May 7, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. blackhills_xj
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    Drive Sprockets

    Thanks for the help guys! You answered the question I was looking for. I do do allot more zipping around town and through the hills as opposed to...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 29, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. blackhills_xj
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    Drive Sprockets

    the one on your bike is what gave me the idea to make that one up in photoshop :D
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 28, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. blackhills_xj
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    Drive Sprockets

    I am getting ready to start replacing some things on my 550 maxim and I am getting ready to order a new set of sprockets and a drive chain here...
    Thread by: blackhills_xj, Apr 28, 2007, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. blackhills_xj
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    Pics Finally

    I have absolutely no idea what the exhaust is PghXJ. It was on there when I got the bike. My best guess is that they are 18" slip on's as the rest...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 18, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. blackhills_xj
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    What's with the avatars?

    I know its not an avatar but I started this this morning before I had to leave for work and and just had a chance to add the text to it. I would...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 18, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. blackhills_xj
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    What's with the avatars?

    I used Photoshop CS2 to reduce it and then hit it with an un-sharpen mask. For some reason it always seems to work rather well when reducing an...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 17, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. blackhills_xj
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    What's with the avatars?

    Will this one work for you ease? [img]
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 17, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  36. blackhills_xj
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    engine guards on a 550 maxim

    Here is one I found on ebay doing a quick search. They aren't in that great of a condition but this is all that was there at the moment. XJ550...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 17, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. blackhills_xj
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    Pics Finally

    actually it is a 550 ridz. Not bad for what I paid for it. Still needs some TLC and a few new parts but all in all she has been great so far.
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 15, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. blackhills_xj
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    My Sunday Morning Ride (picture heavy)

    I have seen a few of you post where you ride so I thought I would share with you all the short ride I went on this morning. My total ride was a...
    Thread by: blackhills_xj, Apr 15, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. blackhills_xj
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    Pics Finally

    I will have to fix that. its never the stuff in the back ground you think of to look at when your doing stuff like this.
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 15, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  40. blackhills_xj
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    Pics Finally

    OK... I finally found the digital camera and coaxed it into working for a while. Here are a few pictures of the bike I got. [img] [img]...
    Thread by: blackhills_xj, Apr 14, 2007, 9 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  41. blackhills_xj
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    i'm looking to move

    I will look into it for you and see what I can come up with. I know there are allot of smaller farms around the edge of the hills. There are some...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 14, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  42. blackhills_xj
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    hi everyone

    Welcome to the forums. That is a nice bike and I am sure you get her all polished up it will look even better.
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 14, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  43. blackhills_xj
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    Starter solenoid

    Thanks for the pictures. They will help allot. With any luck I will be able to round up one this weekend and get it changed out. It is going to be...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 13, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. blackhills_xj
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    Starter solenoid

    you got a picture of that handy? I think mine is starting to go and I am and am not somewhat mechanically inclined. I do better with visuals or...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 13, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. blackhills_xj
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    Master Cylinder HHHHHHHELP

    Your best bet may to be just get a new one from MikesXS.com. I ordered a new one for my XJ550 and it was only $69 new. While I was there I...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 13, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    i'm looking to move

    South Dakota is pretty easy on the wallet as well. The eastern side of the state is fairly flat, but has the bigger towns to it which tend to be a...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 13, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  47. blackhills_xj
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    Just bought a bike, now I need a jacket and helmet

    If you are just looking for some of this stuff cheap then you may want to start out looking at a pawn shop for a jacket. My girlfriend picked up...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 11, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  48. blackhills_xj
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    tank Question?

    I was poking around ebay last night and ran across a seca II tank for under $100 if your still looking to try that rout.
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 9, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
  49. blackhills_xj
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    82 Maxim AKA "Witchdoctor"

    Nice looking bike! I love the paint job you have on the tank.
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 9, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
  50. blackhills_xj
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    fuel float

    I would even be willing to go that rout as I am doing that now with the current tank. If I can't find the parts I need would just welding a patch...
    Post by: blackhills_xj, Apr 9, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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