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  1. DaveStokes
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    Advice on a Honda 161cc engine

    I am almost done with my XJ700 restoration and for some reason found myself on my local craigslist last night. While there, I found an ad for a...
    Thread by: DaveStokes, May 29, 2015, 1 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  2. DaveStokes
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    New to the site, I just got an xj700

    whew! had me scared there for a minute. I've already spent enough on this bike. Now that I think about it, I think the PO had already done that...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 14, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  3. DaveStokes
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    Found another set!!

    I've never seen those before! Those would look good when I redo my bike next winter. Where do you find those?
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 14, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. DaveStokes
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    New to the site, I just got an xj700

    Did I read that correctly Dave? Since I just bought a non-California tank to replace the one I had with holes I have to replace the carbs too?! I...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 14, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. DaveStokes
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    For sale

    I think its a good price if it runs good. That's about what a bike in good shape is going for here in the south.
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 10, 2015 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  6. DaveStokes
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    For sale

    That is a good looking bike and I couldn't agree with Polock more. Get some soap to those tires before your first test rider lays her on her side...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 9, 2015 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  7. DaveStokes
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    Am I the only one panicking?

    +1 on the video!
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 9, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. DaveStokes
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    Am I the only one panicking?

    You think you have a fever? Try spending the weekend in Daytona, FL during the kick off weekend of Bike Week and coming home to a bike thats still...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 9, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  9. DaveStokes
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    Valve cover bolt seals

    As a boy from the Bronx I agree. You can't choose where you were born, but once grow up you can choose to live in a warmer climate, aye!
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 5, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. DaveStokes
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    Valve cover bolt seals

    I can live with that!
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 5, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. DaveStokes
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    Valve cover bolt seals

    lol. I really do feel bad for you guys up north. Especially since I'm currently in shorts at 10 a.m. working on my bike on a nice and pleasant 72...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 5, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. DaveStokes
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    Engine Painting

    I hope what they say about VHT is correct. I've bought A bunch of it it varying finishes of black. Satin, flat and gloss.
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 4, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. DaveStokes
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    Anyone heading to Daytona next week?

    Just wondering if anyone here was heading down to Bike Week in Daytona next week? My wife and I will be heading down in the car since my bike is...
    Thread by: DaveStokes, Mar 3, 2015, 2 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. DaveStokes
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    Valve cover bolt seals

    lol. I'll have to try that! The co2 extinguisher that is. I've already snorted the coffee out of my nose a time or two.
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 3, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. DaveStokes
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    Valve cover bolt seals

    hmmm, I like the look of those chrome bolts and doughnut caps. Were those stock on your bike? Mine has flat headed hex bolts.
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 2, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. DaveStokes
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    Valve cover bolt seals

    Thank for the tip Dave. I don't ever buy a "tool" that only has one use. The only single use tool I have room for in my garage in a fire...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 2, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. DaveStokes
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    Valve cover bolt seals

    The bike has been sitting for at least 15 years and i am sure the PO (my dad) never checked the valve clearances when he rode it the 5 or 6 years...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 2, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. DaveStokes
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    Valve cover bolt seals

    Do the valve cover bolt seals need to be replaced when removing the valve cover? I am also assuming the valve cover gasket cannot be reused and a...
    Thread by: DaveStokes, Mar 2, 2015, 26 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. DaveStokes
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    85 Yamaha Maxim X XJ700 Tank, Fenders, and Plastics Set

    Seriously!! All that could have been mine?! Why didn't someone point out this post wayyyy back when I started looking for a new tank AND that's...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Mar 1, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  20. DaveStokes
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    Nice XJ 650 Jacksonville, Fl Craigslist

    That's a good looking bike.
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 28, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. DaveStokes
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    cyclenoob is dead

    lol. I read the title for what is was. Especially since the avatar didn't change but the name under it did. I am quite certain that if a loved one...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 28, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. DaveStokes
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    Tank emblem removal?

    I just received a tank I bought off ebay and need to do some body work to it. I also want to remove the round Yamaha emblems. Is there a...
    Thread by: DaveStokes, Feb 25, 2015, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. DaveStokes
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    XJ 700 1985 Riding Seat...

    HotCakesman, where'd you hide the horn(s), I've been thinking of relocating mine as well.
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 25, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. DaveStokes
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    Recently acquired '85 XJ700 Maxim

    send me a PM when you're sure you're going to part with them. I almost bought some off ebay yesterday but I don't mind waiting a bit. I have to...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 25, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. DaveStokes
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    1985 XJ700N Piston Rings

    About halfway down this thread, http://www.xjbikes.com/forums/index.php?threads/compression-between-115-and-120.47976/ , Len mentions the rings...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 24, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. DaveStokes
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    1985 XJ700N Piston Rings

    from what I understand, the rings are no longer available for the 85 xj700. seems I read that somewhere on here and it stuck since i have that...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 24, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. DaveStokes
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    Recently acquired '85 XJ700 Maxim

    welcome madhatter. I love the look of your new ride. Of course, It looks just like mine, or did, before I brought it down to the frame. I'm glad...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 24, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. DaveStokes
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    How much did you pay?

    My first and only bike was given to me by my dad who bought it secondhand and rode it for a few years. Instead of trading it for his Harley he...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 20, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  29. DaveStokes
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    Engine Painting

    Looking good. My bike looks just like that one at the moment!
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 19, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. DaveStokes
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    Motor cleaning help

    Awesome isn't the word for it! WOW. Is that seriously the same engine with the same covers? My 85 XJ700 looks like your before pic and I was...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 19, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. DaveStokes
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    Just bought this beauty!

    I love it. Looking at your new ride makes me believe I made the right decision in going with a black on black theme for my bike.
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 17, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  32. DaveStokes
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    85 xj700n parts.

    sent you a pm. Thanks
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 17, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  33. DaveStokes
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    Any fellow riders in Florida

    I would love to meet up with some fellow XJrs once I get my 700 back together. While I'm not technically in FL, I'm close enough. I'm just up 75...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 14, 2015 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  34. DaveStokes
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    1985 Yamaha Maxim xj750 bobber project

    Looking good. +1 on the paint you decide to use on the engine. can't wait to see pics since mines sitting on the garage floor waiting on me to...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 12, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  35. DaveStokes
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    Project - Restore 82 XJ750 Maxim

    +2 on those labels. I had no idea oem replacements were available. I just removed mine a couple of days ago to strip the frame for paint. Nice to...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 12, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  36. DaveStokes
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    this just popped up on my local craigslist...

    that is a good looking bike! Once i finish my Maxim I think I may try to find a Seca.
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 12, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  37. DaveStokes
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    Pics of Seca 750 after restoration.

    I know what you mean about perfect looking but ancient. I have new braided lines on order along with new pads and master cylinder. When the wife...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 11, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. DaveStokes
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    Pics of Seca 750 after restoration.

    Excellent job! If my 700 Maxim looks half as good as your ride when I get her back together I'll be pleased. You did a great job on this bike and...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 11, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. DaveStokes
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    85 xj700n parts.

    would you happen to have the tank hold down bolt, possibly one rubber turn signal mount and the original yamaha name plate that attaches just...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 10, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  40. DaveStokes
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    removing steering bearing from triple tree

    Well, I guess I'll try cleaning it and then masking it off and repack before I start reassembling the bike. If it works it works if not I'll just...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. DaveStokes
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    removing steering bearing from triple tree

    The PO was my dad and it is the tapered bearing. I may just degrease the entire thing with the bearing in place, tape it off and paint the...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. DaveStokes
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    removing steering bearing from triple tree

    yes I have both. I was hoping to reuse the bearing since it hasn't seen much use since the last owner replaced it. Both steering bearing were...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. DaveStokes
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    removing steering bearing from triple tree

    Hi guys, finally getting around to cleaning up all the parts to my 85 xj700 maxim and i can't seem to get the lower steering bearing off the...
    Thread by: DaveStokes, Feb 10, 2015, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. DaveStokes
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    XJ700 Fuel Tank Swaps W/O Mods

    two more 85 xj700 tanks just listed on ebay from wisconsin cycle salvage
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. DaveStokes
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    XJ700 Fuel Tank Swaps W/O Mods

    Hey ShineySide, ill give you $40 for that rusty tank. In up in valdosta with my ride stripped down to the frame and my current tank has holes....
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 6, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. DaveStokes
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    Wanted Fuel Tank for 85 XJ700NC Maxim

    Ill keep you in mind Dave. I may still try getting the original repaired. If I change my mind you'll be the first to know. As far as the canister...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 6, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  47. DaveStokes
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    Fuel Gauge?

    Thanks guys. k-moe that is just the thing I need. Thanks for that awesome link. Once I get the bike back together I'll try my hand at building one...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 5, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. DaveStokes
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    Fuel Gauge?

    Helps a bunch. Thank you Stu.
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 5, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. DaveStokes
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    Front forks! 81 xj650

    Okay I read the other post in the How To section and these pics make so much more sense! Thanks for posting these! I now have a better...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 5, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. DaveStokes
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    Wanted Fuel Tank for 85 XJ700NC Maxim

    Found one! someone is parting out a 85 maxim on ebay and just posted parts with free shipping. Just offered a $100 for a good tank and it was...
    Post by: DaveStokes, Feb 5, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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