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  1. Gary650
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    How did you mount your rearsets?

    Thanks, I used the 36mm universal chrome clip-ons from dime city part #23-93135, with Galindo superbike grips. I was going to make mounting plates...
    Post by: Gary650, Jun 28, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. Gary650
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    How did you mount your rearsets?

    I posted pictures in my gallery. They are upside down, probably operator error. But the whole set up was around $160.
    Post by: Gary650, Jun 26, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  3. Gary650
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    How did you mount your rearsets?

    I used a set of loaded gun rear sets and a linkage kit from dime city cycles, also picked up a rear brake linkage from a xj650 turbo on eBay. I...
    Post by: Gary650, Jun 25, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  4. Gary650
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    Be The Bunny! Safe riding and motorcycle survival thread

    Great thread. Just want to mention watch the rocket launcher, the gap between a big rigs rear tires. You do not want to be behind one when...
    Post by: Gary650, Jun 18, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. Gary650
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    Anyone take off your rear fender and leave it off?

    So true k-moe. Only been striped a couple of times..
    Post by: Gary650, Jun 5, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Gary650
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    Anyone take off your rear fender and leave it off?

    I removed my rear fender about 30 years ago, not many weather issues in California. Just bolted the license plate bracket to the sub fender. Works...
    Post by: Gary650, Jun 5, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Gary650
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    New bike, need some advice

    See if you can find a stock airbox on eBay. Pods are a pain to get right. Fitz or some of the other wizards will have the info you need, jet sizes...
    Post by: Gary650, Jun 3, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. Gary650
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    Still marble chatter???

    Fitz is right on, as usual. I did the seafoam twice. But between the first and second treatment, I rebuilt my starter,new brushes and cleaned the...
    Post by: Gary650, Jun 3, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Gary650
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    Another Valve Clearance Check Question

    Thanks for the info on using an allen wrench on the center of the timing plate. I guess I have been incredably lucky so far. Now that I know...
    Post by: Gary650, May 28, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Gary650
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    Big starting problems

    On the subject of aligning your cams. I had trouble getting the intake can aligned. The wrench would not clear the head casing. Took a grinding...
    Post by: Gary650, May 27, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Gary650
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    Another Valve Clearance Check Question

    Also, I use an Allen wrench attachment to my ratchet to turn the crank.
    Post by: Gary650, May 27, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Gary650
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    Another Valve Clearance Check Question

    2014 klr650 Kawasaki uses 29mm shims. Measure the thickness. There are variations in sizing. A digital caliper will get this done. You want to...
    Post by: Gary650, May 27, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Gary650
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    Homemade Clip Ons

    Nice work... check out dime city cycles for rear sets and other café goodies. Cant wait to see it when it's done. Keep us posted.
    Post by: Gary650, May 26, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. Gary650
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    Normal RPM

    Check your local bike shop for the shims. 2014 Kawasaki klr 650 uses 29 mm shims. Make sure to bring your digital caliper to check for the correct...
    Post by: Gary650, May 24, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Gary650
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    im done with this xj

    I'm always tinkering with my bike, checking, adjusting, cleaning one thing or another (Drives my wife nuts). It has a soothing affect on me. Guess...
    Post by: Gary650, May 21, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. Gary650
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    im done with this xj

    Glad you're OK. I pulled my rear brake apart to check the brake shoes after I read your first post on this subject. I got caught out in Tahoe with...
    Post by: Gary650, May 21, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. Gary650
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    xj550 maxim Dyna coil upgrade

    Thanks for the info! Either set up will be an improvement over the stock coils. I was wondering about the size difference, not a lot of space...
    Post by: Gary650, May 21, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. Gary650
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    Hello XJ Heads!

    Welcome aboard! These bikes run great with a little maintenance and care. Mine has taken care of me for over 30 years and going strong. Glad to...
    Post by: Gary650, May 19, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  19. Gary650
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    The Seca's out of hibernation at last!

    Hey Biggs, sweet Seca. Spoiled out here on the west coast, our winters are nothing.
    Post by: Gary650, May 17, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  20. Gary650
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    driving like grandma?

    These bikes are amazing the way they come to life above 6000 rpm. Especially with a jet kit installed. Redline approaches rapidly... hold on and...
    Post by: Gary650, May 17, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Gary650
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    starter is spinning but not catching

    If your starter checks out OK, do a search on this site for starter clutch. The wizards on this site saved me from having to split the cases. My...
    Post by: Gary650, May 14, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Gary650
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    new to the forum with something a little different

    Having recently doing the valve adjustment on my 650 Seca. I made a drawing of the intake and exhaust, did my measurements, found the sizes I...
    Post by: Gary650, May 12, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. Gary650
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    Blowing valve cover gasket 82 xj-650

    It should be a flat gasket with two half moon seals that are not part of the gasket. Some have the seals incorporated on the gasket. Which do you...
    Post by: Gary650, May 12, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Gary650
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    Blowing valve cover gasket 82 xj-650

    I had a similar experience with a spark plug breaking in the head. The valve cover gasket is the same as on my 650 Seca. Did you make sure the...
    Post by: Gary650, May 12, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Gary650
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    Riding on the interstate question about power

    Great advice from the folks in the forum. Carbs cleaned and valves adjusted, my 650 Seca will roll at 80 all day with power to spare.
    Post by: Gary650, May 10, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Gary650
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    xj550 maxim Dyna coil upgrade

    Did you go with the 3 ohm green coils? Does anyone have any thoughts or comments on the mini 3 ohm dyna coils?
    Post by: Gary650, May 7, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  27. Gary650
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    Oil Change. .. what oil to use ?

    Hey bigfitz, question. Can I use a semi synthetic in my '82 650 Seca without revisiting the starter clutch problems that 10-40 full synthetic caused?
    Post by: Gary650, May 5, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Gary650
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    Oil Change. .. what oil to use ?

    I would also like to add, the wizards on this website and a little luck, saved me hours of wrenching with their knowledge and willingness to share...
    Post by: Gary650, May 5, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. Gary650
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    Oil Change. .. what oil to use ?

    I had a problem using a full synthetic. It caused the starter clutch to start slipping. Ran seafoam in the engine for ten minutes, drained it and...
    Post by: Gary650, May 4, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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