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  1. JaiFer
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    Rejetting 650 seca for 4 into 1

    Is there any number on the stock jets? The reason I ask is the bike came with a used 4 into 1 (No Name on exhaust ). The stock exhaust is on the...
    Post by: JaiFer, Jun 30, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. JaiFer
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    Will that be Regular or Super?

    I've followed this site for a year now and I've haven't heard this subject discussed. What grade of fuel is recommended? I have used both and...
    Thread by: JaiFer, Jun 24, 2015, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. JaiFer
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    Misfire sound on left side of motor?

    Engines can knock for a variety of reasons low ie.( low octane gas, piston slap, crank bearings worn and out of round) and each has it's own...
    Post by: JaiFer, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. JaiFer
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    Licenced to thrill

    Thanks all
    Post by: JaiFer, Jun 12, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. JaiFer
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    Licenced to thrill

    Well after a 30 year hiatus I'm on the road again. Bought my 82 650 Seca last July after attending a local Bike ride for Cancer last year. Seeing...
    Thread by: JaiFer, Jun 11, 2015, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. JaiFer
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    Licenced to thrill

    Well after a 30 year hiatus I'm on the road again. Bought my 82 650 Seca last July after attending a local Bike ride for Cancer last year. Seeing...
    Thread by: JaiFer, Jun 11, 2015, 0 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  7. JaiFer
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    Putting XJ650 on a lift...

    I use a 18" x 18" 5/8's plywood between the lift and collectors to stabilize the bike and protect the collectors from getting pinched or dented.
    Post by: JaiFer, Apr 27, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. JaiFer
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    carb upgrades ? 1980 xj 650

    Sounds good. Good luck with the build.
    Post by: JaiFer, Apr 27, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. JaiFer
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    carb upgrades ? 1980 xj 650

    Welcome to the Forum neighbor, I live down the road in New Liskeard. What model is your XJ?
    Post by: JaiFer, Apr 26, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. JaiFer
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    rear shock height...how low

    I had to lower my 82 650 Seca as I could only touch the ground on my tip toes, so rather than carve the seat down, I put Emgo 11 inch shocks on...
    Post by: JaiFer, Apr 25, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. JaiFer
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    Morgan Carbtune vs Motion Pro Carbtuner

    I just got mine last week. Took less than 5 mins., considering it's the first time I've done a running sync. Cheap but had to wait 3 1/2 weeks...
    Post by: JaiFer, Apr 17, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. JaiFer
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    I need a picture of where the neutral switch is.. I'm stupid

    On my 650 Seca you have to drop the exhaust. If you don't have a special tool to reach the neutral switch you have to take off the front motor...
    Post by: JaiFer, Apr 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. JaiFer
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    TShirt weather today, Running sync, color tune, Vroom Vroom
    Post by: JaiFer, Apr 12, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. JaiFer
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    High low beam switch

    Have you tried removing the switch and clean the contacts and lubricate with dielectric grease? Trace the wires from the switch to the headlamp...
    Post by: JaiFer, Apr 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. JaiFer
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    bleeding brakes

    I just did the brakes on my Seca without the aid of a bleeding system and it's always worked with cars as well as bikes. I start by pumping up the...
    Post by: JaiFer, Apr 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. JaiFer
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    I'm back - and my f-in oil filter is stuck

    What I would do at this stage is grind a v to the shape of a cold chisel point at 11:00 o'clock on the bolt. Heat up the bolt with a torch and...
    Post by: JaiFer, Apr 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. JaiFer
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    pilot mixture screw

    Thanks for your replies.I believe the threads are coarse on mine. So I'll try 1 1/2 to start with. The mixture seemed to be rich when I pulled the...
    Post by: JaiFer, Apr 6, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. JaiFer
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    pilot mixture screw

    I have a 82 650 Seca (Canadian) with Hitachi carbs and I'm a little confused what the "rule of thumb is" for setting the mixture screw is. Looked...
    Thread by: JaiFer, Apr 6, 2015, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. JaiFer
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    1980 xj650 cold start issue

    Manual suggests 1050 +_ 50 The headlamp won't come on till it runs ,so all the power is directed to the ignition. Sounds like a faulty connection...
    Post by: JaiFer, Apr 1, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. JaiFer
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    Crank bearing conditions?

    I use cam lube, only on the bearing surface and not the rear which seats in the journal.
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 30, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. JaiFer
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    Hello and a shout out!

    Looks a little hazy in your garage. Hope your not burning that Montana hill grass.
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 29, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. JaiFer
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    New XJ650RJ Owner

    Welcome, nice to see another Silver Surfer.
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 29, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. JaiFer
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    1980 xj650 cold start issue

    One last thought, check that vacuum line that goes to the 3rd cylinder from the petcock. Make sure no splits or obstructions and that it's...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 29, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. JaiFer
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    1980 xj650 cold start issue

    Did you lower the idle adjustment screw behind the carbs? Check that no 4 plug and connector, if need be remove the no 4 plug connector and twist...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 29, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. JaiFer
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    1980 xj650 cold start issue

    What about using a vacuum sync tool on all 4 cylinders, Carbtune or vacuum gages. Or colortune for your mixture?
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 29, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. JaiFer
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    Jump start with a car?

    Came across this FYI porper way to boost. Getting Started Tools You`ll Need: Jumper Cables Hand & Eye Protection A Functioning Car Battery to...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 29, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. JaiFer
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    1980 xj650 cold start issue

    Did you bench sync and vacuum sync and check your float heights on those carbs?
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 29, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. JaiFer
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    Difficult cold start...or other issue??

    Did you bring your battery in for the winter or leave it in the bike? I bring mine inside and put a battery tender on it. You might want to check...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 27, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. JaiFer
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    Remote gas tank

    Thanks for the info on the vacuum. I have a jig set up on my folding workmate that holds the tanks higher and secure.
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 25, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. JaiFer
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    Remote gas tank

    I just got my colortune and vac sync tool and I was wondering what to do with the vacuum line, do you cap it or run a line to the petcock, when...
    Thread by: JaiFer, Mar 25, 2015, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. JaiFer
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    Rear Drum Brakes - '85 Maxim-X 750

    Are you sick of Sheilas brush? Try Canada's Motorcycle.
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 21, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. JaiFer
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    Brake Pad Installation

    Ive tried putting that screw above the anti rattle , below the AR spring and through the hole of the pad. The last way is the only way everything...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 21, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. JaiFer
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    Brake Pad Installation

    Hey everyone. I took off my front calipers off yesterday and rebuilt them. When I went to install the pads I came across the set screw on the side...
    Thread by: JaiFer, Mar 21, 2015, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. JaiFer
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    connection behind clutch broken

    I wouldn't recommend disabling it, as the bike will start in gear. Much simpler to replace it. There should be 2 wires going to the headlamp...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 18, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. JaiFer
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    Automotive ignition?

    A lot of snow machines have that spring loaded return switch, might be closer to what you need.
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 18, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  36. JaiFer
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    blowing fuse

    I'd say short as well. I'd start at the headlamp bucket. Everything is color coded your Haynes manual will tell you from the schematics in the...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 18, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. JaiFer
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    connection behind clutch broken

    I believe that's your clutch safety switch, so you don';t start in gear. Should go into your headlamp bucket.
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 18, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. JaiFer
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    The beginning of the end.....1983 XJ750 Maxim

    Welcome. Was this bike running when you bought it or did come in the basket? Does the engine turn over or is it seized? Having a running engine...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 17, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  39. JaiFer
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    Tools / Things Everyone Should Have

    And the difference is .......[ATTACH] The JIS has straight lines for better grip
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 17, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. JaiFer
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    Tools / Things Everyone Should Have

    Best tool in my box is my patience.
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 16, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. JaiFer
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    Frame Rust/Split. Weld or Replace?

    If that was my frame I'd cut out the cancer and grind it, then weld it. If those two are the only two spots and they seam rather small and not in...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 14, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. JaiFer
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    Motorcycle Boots Recomendations

    Id wear my fathers boots, but 40 years later I'm still trying to get them out of my @$$.
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. JaiFer
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    83 xj750 has spark, gets fuel to the carbs turns over stron, wont even try to start

    Seems to me if you had good spark you would have some type of combustion, backfire or fart. I'd look in the electrical area, How's the timing,...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 12, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. JaiFer
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    83 xj750 has spark, gets fuel to the carbs turns over stron, wont even try to start

    Try pulling your plugs and add a teaspoon of gas in each cylinder, reinstall the plugs and turn it over to see if it fires. You may have gas in...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 12, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. JaiFer
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    I have this thought in my head

    Thanks, I thought the alternator may not put out enough output. I'd still like to add another circuit to the fuse box so I can charge up my phone...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 11, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  46. JaiFer
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    I have this thought in my head

    Well it's the first time in 45 days we've had a plus temperature, so it got me thinking, has anyone hooked up a electric fan to cool the engine...
    Thread by: JaiFer, Mar 10, 2015, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  47. JaiFer
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    '81 XJ750RH exhaust header options

    Up here we get nine months of Hockey and three months of poor skating.
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 3, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. JaiFer
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    Trade/Swap Carb parts

    I just ordered one of these, you might want to check out.http://www.ebay.ca/itm/271312393628?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649...
    Post by: JaiFer, Mar 2, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  49. JaiFer
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    Need Help To Identify Sensor

    Can't help you with the sensor, but just drag your picture from it's source (desktop or computer) or from a website like photobucket into your...
    Post by: JaiFer, Feb 26, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. JaiFer
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    Did the carbs

    My 82 650 Seca is Canadian as well and seems to use parts from UK and USA bikes, so you have to kinda follow both. Not sure what your model is
    Post by: JaiFer, Feb 25, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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