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  1. Ross1bd
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    If you had the money to buy brand new, what would you buy?

    A 2016 FJR 1300ES- cruise control (max speed 105 mph), traction control, LED lights, on the fly adjustable suspension etc.etc... (Love my 2013,...
    Post by: Ross1bd, May 23, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  2. Ross1bd
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    Got another yamaha

    Whatever makes us grin with that Cheshire cat sparkle in the eye smile from one side of my face to the other!!! That "Oh my god", ROAR!! kind of...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Mar 1, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  3. Ross1bd
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    Got another yamaha

    Beautiful! Really like the color. Glad to hear how comfortable a ride it is. I'm looking forward to an EPIC ride, summer 2017. Last...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Feb 29, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  4. Ross1bd
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    Seized brake pistons

    I coat the piston/seal with Kroil (soaked q-tip to get it evenly coated around the piston). Then tighten a metal band clamp around the piston...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Feb 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Ross1bd
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    Progressive Springs for Front Shocks - Anyone running?

    I believe that the Yamaha OEM springs are a progressive-style design (although not manufactured by Progressive). Didn't care for the feel of the...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Jan 11, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Ross1bd
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    How much did you pay?

    I've noticed that with each successive purchase, the price has risen. Started a decade ago with a SECA 750 which I got for $250, and then paid a...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Jan 7, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  7. Ross1bd
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    New 4 into 1 Exhaust System - Exhaust Gaskets

    Xj4ever recommended doubling up on the gaskets for the four into one exhaust on one of my nines. Worked well.
    Post by: Ross1bd, Dec 14, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Ross1bd
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    Pod success

    I'm a little confused. Saw your contributions to the FJowners group. Going from an FJ to a twin 400? Give you credit for your love of two-wheeling.
    Post by: Ross1bd, Nov 24, 2015 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  9. Ross1bd
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    Looking for new rear shocks (XJ750RH)

    I just put Hagon's on one of my 900's- https://www.davequinnmotorcycles.com/cgi-bin/webc.cgi/Hagon.html Wasn't going to spend BIG bucks, they...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Nov 4, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. Ross1bd
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    83 Seca 900 is ready to go

    Congratulations, looks nice! I'm jealous. You will be able to ride all winter long w/o interruption, other than the rain. Here in CNY- we...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Nov 1, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. Ross1bd
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    XJ900 Choke not working...

    For new XJ owners, it's important to remember that it's not a choke, doesn't change the air:fuel ratio by decreasing the amount of air like a...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Oct 28, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Ross1bd
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    Windscreen or bug catcher?

    Mine's on all the time. This summer it changed from bug catcher to rock-bouncer. There's a quarry near me. The trucks move at quite a clip. A...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Oct 19, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. Ross1bd
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    Swapping out signal bulb with LED version

    Post by: Ross1bd, Oct 15, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Ross1bd
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    Universal Lowers (AKA Leg Guards)

    I have one of the frame-mounted Yamaha fairings with the legs. We had a relatively mild winter 5 years ago and I had to only drive to work 5 or...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Oct 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Ross1bd
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    Brakes again!

    I strongly encourage you to rebuild the master cylinder. Did my 750 2 years ago and one of the 900's this summer. Time (and money) well spent....
    Post by: Ross1bd, Oct 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Ross1bd
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    Less expensive Carbtune and Colortune

    Heads up that Morgan is selling the Carbtune, the Colortune and the snazzy kit-bag for the Carbtune for $102.00.
    Thread by: Ross1bd, Sep 29, 2015, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Ross1bd
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    Oil Filter case stuck

    Just to clarify, was the head of the bolt rounded off or are the threads stripped?
    Post by: Ross1bd, Sep 28, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Ross1bd
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    XJ4ever is (are) the best!!

    He got the order at 1445 hrs today. @ 1815 I received the "HAS SHIPPED" notice. Service is great, the catalogue has become my XJ bible, the...
    Thread by: Ross1bd, Sep 22, 2015, 1 replies, in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  19. Ross1bd
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    1983 XJ750K Dyna Coil Install

    After putting the Dyna coils in the 750 SECA starts beautifully (when cold) and runs like a smooth dream. Their fee to install the spark plug...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Sep 6, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Ross1bd
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    xj900f flooding carbs ?

    "this is when you need another set hands" Wow!! If you have a friend who is going to lift the needles individually, and "apply a little ( very...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Sep 6, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  21. Ross1bd
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    Best way to remove float pivot pins

    I just rebuilt a set. Kroil (I swear by the stuff), a small block of wood or pvc set between the posts and a set of channel locks, angled to push...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Sep 1, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Ross1bd
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    Front fairing swap

    The legs are separate and unbolt easily. Not sure how well they'd handle the 900's acceleration. I think that they came from the factory with...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Aug 23, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Front fairing swap

    The burgogne-colored thumbnail photo is the 750. The cross-piece allows the sidepieces to be solidly mounted. Immediately above the turn signal,...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Aug 22, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Front fairing swap

    I have a 750 with the large factory fairing, with the "legs". This one mounts to the frame, and I've not noticed any impact on handling. Of...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Aug 22, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    High RPM's after rebuild

    Just rebuilt Mikuni's on the new to me '83 900. Valves checked by the most recent PO. With the throttle cable disengaged and the idle screw backed...
    Thread by: Ross1bd, Aug 12, 2015, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ750RH Seca - Master Cylinder Rebuild Questions

    Did this procedure yesterday with the 900. (Had a nightmare 2 years ago with my SECA 750 (who was the idiot at Yamaha who decided to "remote" the...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Aug 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    flushing fork tubes

    skillet Resurrecting this thread. If kerosene will work, then is leftover Seafoam adequate? Plus, in terms of today's out-of-pocket dollars,...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Aug 4, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Long road ahead

    "Honestly my dad is turning 60 this year and i think he just wants to see if he still has it in him if you guys know what i mean." Tell me. What...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Jul 30, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    XJ4ever parts & service

    Fair prices, fast shipping, courteous service and, if you take the time to read the webalogue carefully, a phenomenal amount of XJ info. When I...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Jul 30, 2015 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
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    Why You NEED TO REPLACE Original brake lines w/pics

    "Medical Definition of POISEUILLE'S LAW : a statement in physics: the velocity of the steady flow of a fluid through a narrow tube (as a blood...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Jul 29, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
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    650 turbo project in the stable

    And the bikes will look, and run, great. Something to look forward to at the next Carb Clinic. (Or maybe the one after that.)
    Post by: Ross1bd, Jul 29, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  32. Ross1bd
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    Map Location & Marker

    What Map?
    Post by: Ross1bd, Jul 28, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. Ross1bd
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    Wanted- SECA 750 Atari

    Looks okay to me. I like the metric speedometer. I'll send you a PM and we can discuss price and S/H.
    Post by: Ross1bd, Jul 25, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Wanted- SECA 750 Atari

    The odometer works, speedometer doesn't so I assume an intermediary gear is shot. Took the tach out,when putting it back incorrectly sequenced the...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Jul 23, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Wanted- SECA 750 Atari

    Took the old one apart to replace some light bulbs. Won't make that mistake again.
    Thread by: Ross1bd, Jul 23, 2015, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  36. Ross1bd
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    vandalized my bike

    Sorry folks, CNY could as easily be Central Carolina. Thoughtless actions fueled by anger can happen anywhere. Whether your neighbor lives 20 feet...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Jun 23, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. Ross1bd
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    Running a lead directly to 10A lead on fusebox

    It's an '83 XJ750 with the full factory fairing.The wiring on this thing has been a rats nest since I bought it. The wiring for the headlight ran...
    Thread by: Ross1bd, Jun 18, 2015, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Ross1bd
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    Central New York Carb Clinic-1 week away!!

    Many thanks to Dave and his family. It was a great day, I have the sunburn to prove it. It was a hoot seeing the mouse house blow out of the...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Jun 14, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. Ross1bd
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    For Sale XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODELS

    Once again, XJ4EVER is the place to shop. Len, you make it easy to spend more than I had planned, and not regret it a bit!!! Great stuff, better...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Jun 11, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Oil leaks/Gasket Replacements

    On my 750, the two sides are different. If I'm not mistaken, that's one of the gaskets which you can fabricate yourself. Buy a sheet of gasket...
    Post by: Ross1bd, May 6, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Electrical short - ? in starter circuit

    "Would it happen to be the ignition fuse since you just added the new coils?" Nope. I'm my own worst enemy I when try to wrap up a project at...
    Post by: Ross1bd, Apr 30, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Electrical short - ? in starter circuit

    The poor "83 750 SECA spent the winter outside. Had a cover on it but sat in deep snow until recently. I had some extra cash this spring, so I...
    Thread by: Ross1bd, Apr 15, 2015, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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