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  1. alFrumpus
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    New-to-me 1983-34 XJ900RK - Not running

    I forgot to add that I intend to buy a manual for the XJ900. Thanks, Dave. Was this suggestion in response to my concerns about storing this...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Sep 10, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. alFrumpus
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    New-to-me 1983-34 XJ900RK - Not running

    Well, with the purpose of learning to become my own motorcycle mechanic, I'll list the steps I intend to take to get this XJ900 (31E) back into...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Sep 10, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. alFrumpus
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    Runs, but not quite right!

    I haven't done valve clearances yet either, but I keep hearing it is the FIRST item to check on any XJ. (Am I right?) Here is the awesome write...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Sep 6, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. alFrumpus
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    10 months of work finally DONE!

    Love it!
    Post by: alFrumpus, Sep 6, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. alFrumpus
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    New-to-me 1983-34 XJ900RK - Not running

    Here. This video is a bit longer & of higher quality. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oYzpRuZqQAybdpUvzM3XICMegYWJMFUw/view?usp=drivesdk...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Aug 31, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. alFrumpus
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    New-to-me 1983-34 XJ900RK - Not running

    Thanks for the note. I turned on "link sharing". Try it now. Of course it's terrible quality. The PO texted to me. ;) I'll try to get a better...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Aug 31, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. alFrumpus
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    New-to-me 1983-34 XJ900RK - Not running

    Woah! I was going to load up the XJ900 on a truck / trailer tomorrow (as it is still at the PO's house), but the PO just sent me this short video:...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Aug 31, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. alFrumpus
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    New-to-me 1983-34 XJ900RK - Not running

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] I love the potential of this bike. Thanks for your suggestions, @Franz . I certainly have some troubleshooting to do. I'll...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Aug 29, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. alFrumpus
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    @Franz , I absolutely love the paint job on your bike.
    Post by: alFrumpus, Aug 28, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. alFrumpus
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    New-to-me 1983-34 XJ900RK - Not running

    More coming soon...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Aug 26, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. alFrumpus
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    New-to-me 1983-34 XJ900RK - Not running

    Pics...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Aug 26, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. alFrumpus
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    New-to-me 1983-34 XJ900RK - Not running

    Hi, everyone. I haven't been to these forums in many years, since my old 1982 XJ550 has been garaged since (essentially) before 2013. (Oh, the...
    Thread by: alFrumpus, Aug 26, 2018, 27 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. alFrumpus
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    Recommissioning my 1982 XJ550 Maxim

    It has taken a while, but here's what I've done: 1. I finally got the handlebars installed; 2. I bought a new rear tire, and cleaned the...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Jul 28, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. alFrumpus
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    "Table of Contents" style FAQ/Wiki page?

    Thanks for your thoughts. My point wasn't to rock the boat; only to improve this already outstanding community. I guess I've become a spoiled...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Jul 19, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. alFrumpus
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    "Table of Contents" style FAQ/Wiki page?

    Thanks for the suggestion! Yes, I've certainly seen Chacal's Catalog and the "Information Overload Hour" pages, and since those pages are so...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Jul 18, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. alFrumpus
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    Recommissioning my 1982 XJ550 Maxim

    Thanks, guys! BigFitz, I added your recommendations (about "wet-setting", compression test, valve clearances, and changing the oil) to the post....
    Post by: alFrumpus, Jul 12, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. alFrumpus
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    "Table of Contents" style FAQ/Wiki page?

    Hi, guys. I've decided that THIS is the year that I'll re-commission my 1982 XJ550 (see this thread:...
    Thread by: alFrumpus, Jul 12, 2013, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. alFrumpus
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    Recommissioning my 1982 XJ550 Maxim

    Hi, all. I started my questions here, http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/p=3 ... tml#329729 ...but for clarity, I'll start a new thread of my...
    Thread by: alFrumpus, Jul 12, 2013, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. alFrumpus
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    SAFETY ALERT Drum rear brake bike owners please take a look

    Have no fear: I ordered new ones yesterday, and I'll be installing them. :)
    Post by: alFrumpus, Jun 26, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. alFrumpus
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    SAFETY ALERT Drum rear brake bike owners please take a look

    Re: SAFETY ALERT Drum rear brake bike owners please take a l I'm finally resurrecting my '82 XJ550 Maxim after garaging it for many years. I'm...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Jun 26, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. alFrumpus
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    83 SECA 650 Cafe Project

    This is my favourite bike on this site.
    Post by: alFrumpus, Jun 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  22. alFrumpus
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    petcock

    The inline fuel valve is installed, so the petcock leak isn't an immediate issue. Plus, the puddle of fuel is no longer stinking up the garage,...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Jun 4, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. alFrumpus
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    petcock

    Thanks for the input! Eventually, I'll get to all those things you listed, hogfiddles. I know there isn't a "need" to sell the bike. the...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Jun 3, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. alFrumpus
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    petcock

    http://www.xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic ... mower.html It appears that is what has happened to my 1982 XJ550. I really know very little about...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Jun 2, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. alFrumpus
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    Petcock position question...

    (Good point - that IS the main downside of my idea: I get to look like a poser who cares about racking up a postcount. BTW, sweet looking bike:...
    Post by: alFrumpus, May 12, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. alFrumpus
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    Broken clutch cable leaves me stranded

    Wow! Thanks for the post, Rick! I wish all instructions were just as complete.
    Post by: alFrumpus, May 12, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. alFrumpus
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    Petcock position question...

    ...Another engine-dumb guy here. Thanks for a greater understanding of my puzzling petcock. (**EDIT: See, my idea here is that if I find...
    Post by: alFrumpus, May 12, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. alFrumpus
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    Clutch cable.

    Thanks, Rick. I just wish I had found this site before doing what I tried. I've had my bike for several years - and never knew this site existed...
    Post by: alFrumpus, May 3, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. alFrumpus
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    Clutch cable.

    Thanks so much for the fast replies, guys! the cable itself seems fine on mine, but after tugging so hard on it, the housing started to...
    Post by: alFrumpus, May 2, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. alFrumpus
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    Clutch cable.

    Anyone know of a reputable Canadian website to buy a new clutch cable?
    Post by: alFrumpus, May 2, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. alFrumpus
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    Clutch cable.

    Hi all. I'm new. Great site you've got here! I've got an 82 Maxim 550 with 20k on it. It runs "alright", but it could use a tune up. My...
    Post by: alFrumpus, Apr 29, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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