Take a ride on the smoothest and most satisfying vintage Yamaha… the XJ650 Maxim 1! This beautiful and bulletproof inline four cylinder engine...
I couldn't get a fuel line/small syphon hose down there far enough. Is there a trick to it?
Why didn't I think of that. Just crack the plug loose enough for oil to slowly come out. Genius!
I think i just put too much oil in. Doesn't smell like gas in crankcase but I will do a fuel level test to see if i have any stuck needles. I...
Just got back from a 65 mile ride through the countryside. We did a pre run before our ride on Sunday morning w some blokes from church. Love the...
[ATTACH] Here she is! Mirrors installed, synched again, and ready for a long ride this afternoon. I realize now the oil level is too high! Not...
I found a post by k-moe describing the brake bleeding technique. He mentioned to tighten the bleeder screw BEFORE the lever contacts the hand...
So I replaced the fuse box today thanks to Len @ XJ4ever and the headlight works now! I had also located the headlight relay and cleaned the...
No sorry they're sold!
[ATTACH] Is this the flasher canceling unit/relay?[ATTACH] Is this the headlight relay?
No gauge lights are not coming on w the key on or motor started.
Thanks guys! MN-Maxims, I will do as you suggested and see if I can find anything today. Silly question, does motor have to be running when...
But I still should get power to the light even if the fuse wires are jumped/connected w a small wire correct? What should I check next?
Ok, so here's what I found... Multimetered out the fuse connectors for the headlight and getting over 12V. (However fuse holder clips broke in two...
Where can I find a blade style fuse box?
Thanks guys, the rain has finally stopped so I can look into these solutions today. I'll check the relay and headlight connections and test the...
So pretend I'm a child and don't know anything about relays and how to "check the connections" or test the relay or even what it looks like, how...
Per the headlight, it was working the other night but then it turned off somewhere in the process of having it up on the lift tuning the carbs. I...
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[ATTACH] Here is my XJ currently. With non working headlight.
Are there any links to instructions on how to trouble shoot the headlight not working? All other electric seems to be functioning perfectly -...
Update: I installed the custom 16" brake line (compliments to Xj4ever) from the MC to the union joint and bled the brakes. Changed the oil because...
I set the float Heights on my bench with a level on the carburetors. I hooked the carbs up to the gas tank and put gasoline in them while they...
That would explain the popping I'm hearing too! It's not constant but every 10-15secs
The bike stayed running and I was able to do an initial synch with the Carbtune gauges. However it hesitates when you blip the throttle, then revs...
Good catch Polock! Does the '83 have Mikuni carbs?
If revs are hanging and not coming down, look up diaphragm piston stick-tion, basically you have to polish the brass Pistons so you have immediate...
Love it!!!
Ok, so thanks to Len I learned that I can swap starter parts from the '82 xj650 parts bike to the starter in this bike. The parts bike's armature...
Well... I went to start up the bike with the freshly charged battery and all I got was a "click". I checked voltage and its reading over 12v when...
My bike is still a WIP. Any tips on cleaning/polishing the starter commutator?
First Startup! I tried starting the bike but the battery would drop to 11 volts when I hit the button. Got a new battery installed and the bike...
Welcome Firematt! This site is awesome and everyone is super helpful (There is so much knowledge to gain here) and they will encourage you to keep...
Thanks guys! I will set the mixture screws to 1 1/2 turns out to start. I'm going to synch and Colortune anyway. Excited to try out my Morgan...
Did you find that in a store or did you have to purchase online?
I installed new carb boots and gaskets last night and am ready to hook up carb rack and new air box boots. Before I get into synching and color...
Thanks K-moe! I took you's guys advise and am currently waiting for my custom fit brake line - Xj4ever sent me a test fit which I mailed back for...
Thanks guys! I ended up using Permatex Foaming Gasket Remover. It worked ok, but it was the best I could find. Next time I will either soak the...
Today was a good day! I got a nice Birthday present in the mail, shims from Hogfiddles have arrived. I installed them and rechecked all clearances...
Small world! My wife grew up in Indian Mills and her parents still live there. Pic-a-lilli has some killer wings!
Hey Drew, I grew up in Atlantic Co. (Dorothy, NJ) to be exact and moved from Burlington Co. 3 1/2 years ago to MD, where I live now. I have a...
kkohler92 and I were just talking about getting the Northern VA and MD XJ guys together. Anyone interested? I'm in Middletown, MD and Kkohler92 is...
Thanks Len! I already went and ordered a new set of manifolds for the Non-YICS engine which you shipped extremely fast and accurately. But now I...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] Hi guys, I have a set of "like new" manifolds with nipple caps I got from XJ4ever for my '82 xj650j. I now have a 1980 Xj650G...
Len is the best! If it wasn't for him I probably wouldn't own an XJ. Len makes life better with his stellar customer service, tools, parts, and...
The good news: I think I found and solved the issue. When I had to tap out the throttle shaft with a punch and hammer, I believe it slightly...
This is #1 carb fully closed. It's still open at the top and the little holes are visible. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] This is how carbs 2-4 look when in...
[ATTACH] Yes, I replaced the seals and made sure to put the correct valves back into the proper carb. I took apart the rack again and found that...
Hi Gurus, I am rebuilding the carburetor and ran into an issue that I need you to help shed some light on. I broke the rack and separated the...
Thanks guys! K-Moe, I did have one smaller gauge at .038. Sorry! But I'm going to get the 2274 set you recommended for increased accuracy. Mines...
