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  1. seca550RK
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    For Sale xj550 Seca RK Eastern PA

    Sorry, I haven't been checking here. I'm back in Norway but my brother still has the bike, and can show it. I'm not sure if he's had time to get...
    Post by: seca550RK, Jul 25, 2023 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  2. seca550RK
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    For Sale xj550 Seca RK Eastern PA

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Post by: seca550RK, Dec 28, 2022 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  3. seca550RK
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    For Sale xj550 Seca RK Eastern PA

    The bike is in Pa. I'm back for a visit, and decided it was a good time to sell the bike. I'll take some photos today and post them here.
    Post by: seca550RK, Dec 23, 2022 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  4. seca550RK
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    For Sale xj550 Seca RK Eastern PA

    Hi all, It's time I sell my xj500 with 16k miles. This bike was in good running condition but was put into storage six years ago when I moved out...
    Thread by: seca550RK, Dec 22, 2022, 5 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  5. seca550RK
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    how to remove oil pickup screen?

    Thanks, that's what I suspected. Do you need to use a screwdriver to pry it off?
    Post by: seca550RK, Mar 30, 2020 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. seca550RK
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    how to remove oil pickup screen?

    Hi, I am riding an xj600 (FJ600 in the states) I had a clutch bearing fail, so I decided to drop the pan to look for any parts that fell through...
    Thread by: seca550RK, Mar 29, 2020, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. seca550RK
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    xj600 (FJ600) rear suspension upgrade.

    Hi, Does anyone have any suggestions for a rear suspension upgrade for the xj600? The xj600 is essentially the european version of the FJ600 and...
    Thread by: seca550RK, May 4, 2019, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. seca550RK
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    xj600 rebound damper holding tool

    Hey guys, I just thought I'd let you know of a little tip for holding the rebound damper. On this modelat least (xj600 1984) , the rear axle...
    Thread by: seca550RK, Jul 14, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  9. seca550RK
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    Sweden or Nordic

    Hey Guys, Moved to Trondheim Norway. Bought an Xj600.
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 27, 2018 in forum: Other
  10. seca550RK
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    Tire Size using slightly larger diameter ie 12/90 vs 110/90

    Thanks for the replies I'm actually waiting for the bike to arrive, since I'm importing from Sweden. It would be pretty simple to See if i had it...
    Post by: seca550RK, May 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. seca550RK
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    Tire Size using slightly larger diameter ie 12/90 vs 110/90

    sorry total of 1.8cm larger diameter, effectively double what I posted
    Post by: seca550RK, May 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. seca550RK
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    Tire Size using slightly larger diameter ie 12/90 vs 110/90

    Hey everyone, I'm looking for some opinions on tire size. I am in the north of Norway and the only readily available tire for my '84 xj600 is a...
    Thread by: seca550RK, May 29, 2017, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. seca550RK
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    Buying an XJ600/FJ600, what to look for...

    I have a soft spot for classic bikes. I'm not looking for modern handling just something that I feel comfortable driving. I know the 550 needs...
    Post by: seca550RK, May 1, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. seca550RK
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    Buying an XJ600/FJ600, what to look for...

    Ok thanks, any tips on how to check that? I'm not sure what to look for there. I'm planning on changing the suspension on the 550. It was my...
    Post by: seca550RK, Apr 29, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. seca550RK
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    Buying an XJ600/FJ600, what to look for...

    I'm looking at buying my second XJ to have some fun this summer while I'm working in Norway. I wanted to ask what to look for on these bikes. Are...
    Thread by: seca550RK, Apr 29, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. seca550RK
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    Not an XJ - Ossa '75

    I'm probably breaking the rules here, but I'd like to see this go into good hands. I'm getting rid of my 75 ossa 250 super pioneer project, for...
    Thread by: seca550RK, Oct 31, 2015, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  17. seca550RK
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    I think Polock is onto something. I took it for a couple mile ride last night, and rechecked the clearance this morning. I've got .10mm clearance...
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 14, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    So I cranked it over at least 6-8 times but still no improvement. When I took it for a test drive It did seem to have more valve chatter than I'm...
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    I went from 250 down to 230 (my smallest shim) and still only have ~.04mm clearance. I'll crank it over a few more times and see if it seats more....
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. seca550RK
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    .03mm Alright, I'll go swap that out in a minute and give an update. Are you assuming the seat is worn to far based on the shim size? I'm a newb...
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. seca550RK
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    That is a typo, I forget where the decimal place is but it think .03. Anyone have any ideas?? I'm wondering what the next step should be and what...
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. seca550RK
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    Haha yeah that's what I meant. I've got them pointing directly away from the shim. Polock - that does seem surprising but at least you won't lose...
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. seca550RK
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    wrong plug caps and still running fine? (550 seca)

    It looks like mine aren't replaceable, I think I'll get a new 5k cap just so the resistance is the same across the board. Anyone think the hotter...
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. seca550RK
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    wrong plug caps and still running fine? (550 seca)

    Alright cool, I'll do a little research on that. Is it possible to buy just the resistors for the caps?
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 4, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. seca550RK
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    wrong plug caps and still running fine? (550 seca)

    I checked the resistance on my plug caps and realized the PO had installed 5k caps instead of the 10k chacal has listed. I got the bike with the...
    Thread by: seca550RK, Jun 3, 2015, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. seca550RK
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    Yeah that was actually part of the problem. They still needed to go down 2 -3 shim sizes which I thought was still a lot. I didn't keep good...
    Post by: seca550RK, Apr 25, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. seca550RK
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    Colortune wanted

    Alright thanks, I'll check on that
    Post by: seca550RK, Apr 20, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  28. seca550RK
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    Colortune wanted

    just checking again before I head to ebay...
    Post by: seca550RK, Apr 19, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  29. seca550RK
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    hogfiddles, is the shim pool still going? I don't know if there would be any 240's or 245's anyways but thought I'd check.
    Post by: seca550RK, Apr 19, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. seca550RK
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    it was overnight cold and about 60 degrees out. The last time I checked the clearance it may have been in the 40's but I can't imagine it would...
    Post by: seca550RK, Apr 19, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. seca550RK
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    Yeah I held onto my extras from last time. Thinking ahead for once...
    Post by: seca550RK, Apr 18, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. seca550RK
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    Alright thanks, I'll do that. I've got a 255 with zero clearance so the 240 might even be in spec. The shim being so small is part of the worry....
    Post by: seca550RK, Apr 18, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. seca550RK
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    I think I guessed at the size and then rechecked the clearance. I know it was in spec when I finished. That's good to know about the marks, I...
    Post by: seca550RK, Apr 18, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. seca550RK
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    extra tight valve after fairly recent re-shim, what's going on?

    bike: xj550rk 13,000 miles I decided to re-check the valve clearance before tuning the carbs. I just re-shimmed the valves last year maybe 1500...
    Thread by: seca550RK, Apr 18, 2015, 27 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. seca550RK
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    For Sale Seca 550 Parts for sale - Have most parts from a nearly complete bike

    Is the Fairing available?
    Post by: seca550RK, Apr 12, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    For Sale Seca 550 Parts for sale - Have most parts from a nearly complete bike

    I'd be interested in the intake boots if they are solid and a front turn signal. Let me know what your asking, shipped to Pennsylvania. Mine are...
    Post by: seca550RK, Apr 12, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Colortune wanted

    Hey, I'm looking to buy a Colortune if anyone has one sitting around. I'd also wouldn't mind just renting/borrowing one from someone in the...
    Thread by: seca550RK, Apr 11, 2015, 3 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Metal in oil and mystery noises

    Great, thanks for clearing that up. I'll be taking to cover off as soon as I get a chance. I'm liking getting to know this bike inside and out....
    Post by: seca550RK, Oct 31, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Metal in oil and mystery noises

    I drained the oil and filtered it today, and found hardly any grit so maybe its all good. Does the 550 have a way to look for any floating...
    Post by: seca550RK, Oct 24, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. seca550RK
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    Metal in oil and mystery noises

    Thanks for the replies. The noises seem to have quieted down but I still think there is something going on. My feeling is the chain guide might...
    Post by: seca550RK, Oct 23, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Metal in oil and mystery noises

    SO its finally getting cold around here (40) so I decided to get ahead of the game and put in some lighter oil. The bike has ~ 12500 miles and...
    Thread by: seca550RK, Oct 20, 2014, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    oil in yics passage?

    Thanks for clarifying. I haven't explored the full layout of the yics, is a good diagram around? I think I also overfilled the oil slightly and...
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 19, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. seca550RK
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    oil in yics passage?

    I opened up the yics passage and noticed the plug was wet with some oil. I pushed a piece of cloth through the passage which also picked up oil,...
    Thread by: seca550RK, Jun 19, 2014, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    anyone with a Colortune in Eastern PA?

    Just getting through my first valve shim job and carb rebuild and looking to borrow a color tune once I get things synced. I'm about 40 minutes nw...
    Thread by: seca550RK, Jun 12, 2014, 0 replies, in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  45. seca550RK
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    procedure for zero valve clearance

    I forgot to add the smallest feeler was .38 so its likely not a total zero. I couldn't find something smaller without ordering online.
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 4, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    procedure for zero valve clearance

    Thanks Fitz, its one exhaust and one intake, so I'll take that advice and order the shims accordingly. I also have some borderline cases . I...
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 4, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    procedure for zero valve clearance

    I think I'm about to get a spare one afterall. Maybe I'll dig into the carbs while I'm waiting if I'm feeling man enough. I'll look to borrow...
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 4, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    procedure for zero valve clearance

    I'll go check it out and see if I can remove one of the others, I don't want to wait for the order of a thin one just to get a measure. How...
    Post by: seca550RK, Jun 4, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    procedure for zero valve clearance

    Hey everyone, I am looking for suggestions for dealing with the 2 valves that have zero clearance :( I want to get a measure on them so I can...
    Thread by: seca550RK, Jun 4, 2014, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Suspension setting for light rider

    I ordered a set of Avon Am26 Roadriders after hearing a lot of good reviews. I decided grip not durability is my priority. I'm excited to see how...
    Post by: seca550RK, Jan 10, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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