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  1. randyd81
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    Bike quit running.

    No not for sale. Thought I was in the xj chat sector
    Post by: randyd81, Aug 11, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  2. randyd81
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    Bike quit running.

    Anything is appreciated but yes I have tried that seemed to idle a bit longer but still acts the same.
    Post by: randyd81, Aug 10, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  3. randyd81
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    Bike quit running.

    Here's a little more information...... I was riding it backfired a bit I was able to ride it home since then it will only start and idle on choke...
    Post by: randyd81, Aug 10, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  4. randyd81
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    Bike quit running.

    I fully cleaned the carbs through the church back in February. New plugs rebuilt petcock. New fuel filters and fuel line also vacuum line at the...
    Post by: randyd81, Aug 10, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  5. randyd81
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    Bike quit running.

    I've been riding my bike everywhere. Been running great and the other day it just up and died. Now it will only run on choke and only for about...
    Thread by: randyd81, Aug 10, 2014, 11 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  6. randyd81
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    Just a suggestion for Newbies

    I am still here but just browsing for the most part. I have put around 1300 trouble free miles on my find after doing everything suggested on this...
    Post by: randyd81, Jun 30, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  7. randyd81
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    For Sale UPDATED 11/07 - MAC 4-1 For Sale

    Re: XJ700 Gauges, Gas Tank and other parts Bottom dollar on the gages? Speedo work ok?
    Post by: randyd81, Jun 12, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  8. randyd81
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    Oil Change. .. what oil to use ?

    The spring goes on top of the oil filter not between the filter and engine block. I seen the same video.
    Post by: randyd81, May 4, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. randyd81
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    Big problems please help

    The gear oil has a funky smell anyways. Changing it is a great idea but I don't think that is going to solve your problem. I'm leaning towards...
    Post by: randyd81, May 4, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. randyd81
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    Plug pics

    Sorry about that Fitz 1985 xj700n.
    Post by: randyd81, Apr 26, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. randyd81
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    Plug pics

    I noticed that too but not sure if it was the camera flash or something else! Lol. I think I have a slightly dirty enrichment circuit on one of...
    Post by: randyd81, Apr 26, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. randyd81
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    Plug pics

    Sorry guys here they are in order 1-4
    Post by: randyd81, Apr 26, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. randyd81
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    Plug pics

    These are my plugs after about 500 miles. How do they look good bad or ugly? Thanks for the input. You guys are great
    Thread by: randyd81, Apr 25, 2014, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. randyd81
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    Possibly a good deal?

    http://kansascity.craigslist.org/mcy/4395993647.html
    Thread by: randyd81, Apr 12, 2014, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. randyd81
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    Powerband question

    Thanks ecologito. I will pull them and post pics probably sometime over the weekend.
    Post by: randyd81, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. randyd81
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    Our Our 1985 Yamaha XJ700 Maxim N

    Nice looking bike. I bought one just like it same year except black. Mine had 7900 miles! Hell of a find they run great but take the time and do...
    Post by: randyd81, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. randyd81
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    Powerband question

    What will the plugs look like if it's running critically lean?
    Post by: randyd81, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. randyd81
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    Powerband question

    Thanks fits I have already done all of the recommended maintenance that you all said that should be done. Valve clearances Carb cleaning brakes...
    Post by: randyd81, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Speedometer question

    Yep that's exactly how it's doing hog. Quite annoying especially when you first hear it. With the helmet on it first sounded like it was coming...
    Post by: randyd81, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Speedometer question

    So on my way to work this morning I heard this "whining sound" I slowed down sound didn't change. Pulled in the clutch revd the engine a couple...
    Thread by: randyd81, Apr 8, 2014, 3 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. randyd81
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    Powerband question

    Right on thanks for the tip.
    Post by: randyd81, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. randyd81
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    Powerband question

    It feels exactly like you. It makes me feel like I want to hold on a bit tighter. Bike has 8200 miles are sa
    Post by: randyd81, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. randyd81
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    Powerband question

    No I haven't checked any of that. It didn't act like the clutch because I was still gaining speed and it seems to do it at the exact same rpms...
    Post by: randyd81, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Powerband question

    Alright guys been putting a few miles on the bike after got it all safe and sound. I hadn't really opened it up until last night and I was getting...
    Thread by: randyd81, Apr 7, 2014, 18 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. randyd81
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    Check out this one

    I agree totally with the tank being too small on the xj700n. I wish mine held another gallon. I bought mine for $200 but it had been setting for...
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 27, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Check out this one

    http://kansascity.craigslist.org/mcy/4395447711.html This one doesn't sound too bad. What do you guys think?
    Thread by: randyd81, Mar 27, 2014, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. randyd81
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    air box filling with fuel

    Take a screw driver and tap on the bowls. Definitely check the oil for gas. It can run right down the crankcase breather tube.
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 24, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Water in Engine

    Score it down the sides along the hole you drilled to put the stud extractor in. It will weaken the stud.
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 22, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    xj900/650 motor swap

    This is not my expertise at all but I would think that you would have to use the tci from the 900. It only makes sense to me. Sounds like an...
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 22, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  30. randyd81
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    Trouble shooting why my bike wont turn over

    There are 3 different safety switches that could effect the starting. Neutral safety switch, clutch switch and kickstand switch.
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 21, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Trouble shooting why my bike wont turn over

    Mine is under the seat behind the battery
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 21, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. randyd81
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    Trouble shooting why my bike wont turn over

    It happened to me and that's all it took.
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 21, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. randyd81
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    Trouble shooting why my bike wont turn over

    Or the kickstand relay. It's under the left side panel and it's got a blue end on it. Unplug it and try it. If it starts then that's your problem
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 21, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. randyd81
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    Probably the dumbest question about XJ's ever:

    So how does my 85 xj700n stack up against a suzuki gsx 750. Not sure of the year but I'm thinking mid to late 90's
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 20, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. randyd81
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    1985 xj750 hard to start

    Altlandif I'm not sure what your issue is other than you wouldn't know a wrench from a screwdriver if the names were printed on them! Weren't you...
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 20, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. randyd81
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    85 xj700 carbs

    Yes that's exactly where the fuel line hooks up.
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 19, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. randyd81
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    Great day for a ride!

    Agreed I've been having a blast the past couple days!
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 15, 2014 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  38. randyd81
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    Great day for a ride!

    Had an awesome ride this afternoon! Bike ran great!
    Thread by: randyd81, Mar 15, 2014, 4 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  39. randyd81
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    Bags anyone?

    I'm looking for a decent set of bags for my 1985 xj700. Anyone have any they are willing to part with?
    Thread by: randyd81, Mar 12, 2014, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. randyd81
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    Want to trade my 4-1 for your stock 650 maxim exhaust

    If this will interchange with the stock exhaust off an 1985 xj700n then I would be interested. I have a set with just under 8000 miles on them....
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 12, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  41. randyd81
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    What do you think this bike is worth?

    Right on man. No complaints here I love my family and you definitely have to do what you have to do! I'll go from 2 gallon a day down to one and...
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 12, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. randyd81
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    First ride

    Cool! Nice bike! I bet there is some awesome riding out your way!
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. randyd81
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    What do you think this bike is worth?

    Thank you sir! That's another reason for buying a bike for much needed me time!
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. randyd81
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    What do you think this bike is worth?

    Lol yeah its rough sometimes that's for sure. The good news is that one is already gone and three more are 16 and older! If I can just hold on a...
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. randyd81
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    What do you think this bike is worth?

    Oh I agree totally. I get very minimal raises every year because of union contract but usually the increase in insurance eats that. I have a wife...
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. randyd81
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    What do you think this bike is worth?

    I seen one on Craigslist in St Joe the same town I'm in it was the red colored said all it needed was a starter I didn't ever go look at it as I...
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. randyd81
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    What do you think this bike is worth?

    That's true it's only about an hour up the road from me and it's a lot smaller town than where I live.
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. randyd81
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    What do you think this bike is worth?

    I'm not looking to buy it. I have one exactly like it with a few exceptions mine has a sissy bar a little over 12000 miles less and had been...
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. randyd81
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    First ride

    Lol yeah that sounds about how my luck usually runs! Good times!
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. randyd81
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    First ride

    Mine has several chips in the paint on the tank and a small dent in the front fender. That's gonna be one of my projects for next winter along...
    Post by: randyd81, Mar 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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