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  1. Stooge
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    82 XJ1100 for sale

    25k miles, excellent running condition, good chrome and paint, all original except MAC 4-2 exhaust and fuse panel replacement. New rear tire,...
    Thread by: Stooge, Apr 17, 2010, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  2. Stooge
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    Front filler plug help needed!

    Well, turns out the oil drain plug from an old VW 2.0 16v engine I have laying around is the right size. 12x?? It'll work for now. Anyone...
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 20, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Stooge
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    Front filler plug help needed!

    Anyone know the dia. and pitch of the front gear oil filler plug? As I parked my bike after my ride home today, i smelled the distinct and foul...
    Thread by: Stooge, Sep 20, 2007, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Stooge
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    Anyone with MAC 4-2 Exhaust

    Just got my new mac 4-2s on, and are your pipes as insanely loud as mine? I expected something louder than stock, but even with earplugs these...
    Thread by: Stooge, Sep 12, 2007, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Stooge
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Installed my new 4-2 mac exhaust. A wee bit louder than I hoped for, but no leaks!
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 11, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Stooge
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    New Fuse panel install success

    Just finished installing my new fuse panel (ebay). It takes the full size blade fuses, so it was taller than I would have liked. I had to modify...
    Thread by: Stooge, Sep 10, 2007, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Stooge
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    Wobble

    Yeah! Another 1100 owner. I was beginning to feel like the only one. Mine doesn't wobble at all, but handles really poorly taking curves at...
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 9, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Stooge
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    Seca Caliper ques

    Yes, The small pin will drift out (at least mine did). I took mine out only to make it easier to lube the pin. hth
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 9, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Stooge
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    550 has an Alternator or Generator? Which is it?

    Westinghouse also won in large part because he was based next to a brand new source of cheap renewable power; Niagara Falls.
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Stooge
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    550 has an Alternator or Generator? Which is it?

    Oops. Always gets dem backwards....
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Stooge
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    550 has an Alternator or Generator? Which is it?

    I think the former (generator) produces ac, requiring a rectifier to convert it to DC.
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Stooge
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    What's that noise?

    Sounds like a classic case of bad muffler bearings. Did I accidentally tune in to the Puzzler on Cartalk? U got me. If the bike were...
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Stooge
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    gas smell in crank case and rain put a damper on my power

    Re: gas smell in crank case and rain put a damper on my powe I had a similar issue of poor rain behavior with my good 'ol cx500. When it was...
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Stooge
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    550 has an Alternator or Generator? Which is it?

    Does it have a rectifier? If so, it's a generator.
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Stooge
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    Toasted Saddlebags: Exhaust burned a hole...

    You could try some nomex welding blanket pieces....
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Stooge
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    Exhaust Help Needed

    Thanks dude. Patience paid off... They just came up on ebay.... Vroom vroom.
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Stooge
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    Exhaust Help Needed

    Anyone?
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Stooge
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    Exhaust Help Needed

    So I finally decided to buy a 4-2 for my XJ1100, and now I can't find them! A month ago there were several on ebay, no none. Anyone have any...
    Thread by: Stooge, Sep 4, 2007, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Stooge
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    please help! - oil leaking from air box

    It's not if you count the 0's! ;)
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 2, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Stooge
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    Clutch slipping when accelerating...

    Check the adjustment on your clutch cable. Both your symptoms are indicative of your cable being out of adjustment. Make sure you have some free...
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 2, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Stooge
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    Update: new to me XJ1100

    So, got the carbs in, started right up and runs great. I've put about 300 miles on it the last few days. I'm just sorting out some minor things:...
    Thread by: Stooge, Sep 2, 2007, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Stooge
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    engine specs on 550 maxim

    How about the XJ1100? I assume it's around 75hp/50ftlbs seat of the pants, but I'm curious...
    Post by: Stooge, Sep 2, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Stooge
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    carb mounting help desperately needed

    FWIW, just did this last night. My carb inlets are numbered under the brackets. I used the method of pushing them into the airbox and...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 29, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Stooge
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    First Ride Today

    Yup. That's the one. \\\ Really? the battery sensor is triggered buy level? Odd. But thanks for the tips.... I look forward to working...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 29, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Stooge
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    First Ride Today

    Background: I bought this bike about a month ago. I knew the calipers were stuck and it wouldn't idle. New carb boots, air/oil filter, brake...
    Thread by: Stooge, Aug 29, 2007, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Stooge
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    XJ Outside storage?

    When storing on concrete, I always try to put down a vapor barrier also. I use heavy (6mil) painters plastic laid on the concrete, then an old...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 23, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. Stooge
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    Anyone else with Tired Ears?

    Try experimenting with different types. Everyones ears are different sizes and shapes. Also, if they're the foam type, don't jam them in too...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 14, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Stooge
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    Anyone else with Tired Ears?

    Or you can get really fancy and get ones custom molded to your ear, and rated for a specific attenuation. Big buck (relatively) though. I use...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 14, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. Stooge
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    XJ1100 Brake Circuits

    So That's where all the 11 owners are! Thanks for the link.
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 14, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. Stooge
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    Anyone else with Tired Ears?

    Dollars to donuts, if the wind noise DOESN'T bother you, you've already lost a lot of your mid-high freq. perception. Also, for the most part,...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 14, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. Stooge
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    Anyone else with Tired Ears?

    I almost always wear plugs. (sometimes I lose them). The Sound pressure levels we are subjected even with a full face helmet, will definately...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 13, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. Stooge
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    XJ1100 Brake Circuits

    Yeah, that's the way this bike is set up. I'm not really crazy about it. Just not how a bike should be. Is the 1100 the only one with this...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 12, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Stooge
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    XJ1100 Brake Circuits

    bump
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 12, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Stooge
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    XJ1100 Brake Circuits

    Has anyone had any success in "un-linking" the brakes on this bike? I've never been a fan of linked brakes, especially when you have half of your...
    Thread by: Stooge, Aug 12, 2007, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. Stooge
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    Carb Issue

    Not yet. I'm hoping to get them off tonight and take a crack at it
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 7, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Stooge
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    Carb Issue

    So I think I found a potential cause of my carb woes. I took out the air filter, and the foam gasket has deteriorated to dust, with large chungs...
    Thread by: Stooge, Aug 7, 2007, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. Stooge
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    '82 Maxim won't start

    Thanks for the tips. I'm sure they'll be most helpful.
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Stooge
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    '82 Maxim won't start

    I have the Mikunis, (but not heat shield). Doesn anyone know of a source for a step by step on their ttear-down? I've read Rick's tutorial, and...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 5, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Stooge
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    Fuse Box Question

    love the mod. It makes perfect sense. I think there is always room to improve mass production engineering. We are not bound by the same...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 5, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Stooge
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    XJ Horsepower

    ie: Valkyrie: Shifting=optional I think it's a numbers game. Everyone wants the biggest engine, regardless of such "superfluous" this as...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 5, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Stooge
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    Gas in Oil

    The abicus is a computer without electricity. I get it! ;) Seriously, my love of things mechanical makes me want to be able to work on carbs,...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 5, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Stooge
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    XJ Horsepower

    Don't forget power to weight ratio. I think I offended some folks when I suggested my DRz 400 may be quicker to 60 than their 1400 v-twin. That...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 5, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. Stooge
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    Gas in Oil

    Thanks. Very helpful.
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. Stooge
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    Tires?

    To initially seal the bead, try using a ratchet strap around the circumference of the tire to compress it onto the bead. Just make sure to remove...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. Stooge
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    Gas in Oil

    In Wester NY, Buffalo area. The more I mull it over, I'm thinking about taking the carbs out myself and trying to clean them. Frankly, I'm...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. Stooge
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    Gas in Oil

    Thanks for the info. I'll add those to the slowly shrinking list....
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 3, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. Stooge
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    Tires?

    For regular use, almost any name brand tire will do. On all of my past bikes, I usually just went for the most inexpensive name brand tire. Some...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 3, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. Stooge
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    Gas in Oil

    I know I've read about this, but this bike is new to me (haven't even registered it yet), I just changed the oil, and it smelled strongly of fuel...
    Thread by: Stooge, Aug 3, 2007, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. Stooge
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    Introduction...

    zat your beemer in the background? Curious how you guys with multiple bikes (of different periods) find going from one to the other? I wonder...
    Post by: Stooge, Aug 2, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. Stooge
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    Won't Idle...

    So, I just picked up this 82 XJ11. It's in pretty good shape. It starts right up, and seems to run smooth at throttle, but wont idle at...
    Thread by: Stooge, Aug 2, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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