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  1. Simmy
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    Mikuni BS28 Carb parts list

    Yamaha Motorcycle 1982 OEM Parts Diagram for CARBURETOR | Partzilla.com
    Post by: Simmy, Monday at 10:02 PM in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Maxim-X emulsion tube shroud

    I had some epoxy for repairing fuel tanks so I applied just a little to each before snapping them back in place. [ATTACH]
    Post by: Simmy, Monday at 9:42 PM in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Simmy
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    Maxim-X emulsion tube shroud

    I have my BS33's apart (from Maxim-X) and the emulsion tubes have a little shroud that clips onto the end of it. 2 of them are a real loose I...
    Thread by: Simmy, Monday at 12:25 PM, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Simmy
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    Troubleshooting - idling

    where is the fuel float level? where did you set the mixture screws? did you do a running sync?
    Post by: Simmy, Jul 17, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Simmy
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    another CL optimist

    mint Vision 8,000 kms 1982 Yamaha Vision | Street, Cruisers & Choppers | Stratford | Free local classifieds - Kijiji
    Post by: Simmy, Jul 11, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. Simmy
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    Carburetor help

    for sure it will. You can synch them without the blanking tool.
    Post by: Simmy, Jul 11, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Simmy
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    [ATTACH] These were not disturbed for 20 years, 1 and 4 are pretty cruddy, did their job though
    Post by: Simmy, Jul 11, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Simmy
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I removed the floats in my BS33's without breaking a post. I saw a You-tube video of a guy just using 2x4 He pressed the posts into the wood then...
    Post by: Simmy, Jul 11, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Simmy
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    Chain Drive XS1100

    PITMANS XS 1100 Chaindrive - YouTube
    Thread by: Simmy, Jul 7, 2025, 0 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  10. Simmy
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    What Did You Do To Help Somebody Today?

    I stopped traffic to allow momma skunk and her baby to cross the road. Then I warned a guy 1/2 a block up to keep his dog on a short leash
    Post by: Simmy, Jul 3, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. Simmy
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    Speedometer issues, XJ 650 -82

    I have found several vendors online refurbishing motorcycle instruments. Just wondering if anyone has had this done and what the cost would be,...
    Post by: Simmy, Jul 3, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Simmy
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    Simmy's Naked Turbo Project

    and much to my horror, the RH sidecover has a broken tab. Amongst my spares I had another broken in the same place so common break Not sure...
    Post by: Simmy, Jul 1, 2025 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. Simmy
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    Simmy's Naked Turbo Project

    I've ridden this bike just 1,800 kms depending how far off my ODO is. I can't be certain if I have an FZ600 or XJ650 speedo gear box. Might be the...
    Post by: Simmy, Jul 1, 2025 in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. Simmy
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    Simmy's Naked Turbo Project

    I rode the Turbo last weekend and it seemed to fall off power significantly when I got home. The boost felt way down. I thought maybe my...
    Post by: Simmy, Jul 1, 2025 in forum: XJ Modifications
  15. Simmy
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    Xj750 seca fairing mount

    start with this [IMG]
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 30, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Simmy
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    82 XJ650RJC Seca time capsule

    Does anyone know if this tool kit is complete? Unfortunately I didn't get the door for the compartment [ATTACH]
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 27, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    82 XJ650RJC Seca time capsule

    The previous owner saw that the oil pump covers were not 100% I would give them a 98%, too nice to worry about anyway. He ordered new Yamaha...
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 27, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    82 XJ650RJC Seca time capsule

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] I remember...
    Thread by: Simmy, Jun 27, 2025, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Maxim and Seca (not turbo) -- Same center stand?

    People make the mistake of trying to lift the bike on to the stand. Instead focus on increasing the distance between the foot pad on the stand and...
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 27, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    another CL optimist

    Yea I expected the photos were probably 20 years old prior to sticking it in a damp garden shed. I looked underneath, the exhaust is perfect. The...
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 26, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    another CL optimist

    I'll sell it to you Jay, RJC model was unobtanium in the USA. My wife is in Europe at the moment, think she'd notice it sitting in the corner of...
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 26, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    another CL optimist

    Damn it! I made the mistake of going to look at this bike and I reached an agreement to buy. Will be returning tomorrow to get it. It is just in...
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 26, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    another CL optimist

    I currently have 5 bikes, downsized from 7, all shiny riders. 82 XJ911-X Seca w/Velorex 562 sidecar 82 XJ650LJ Seca Turbo custom 24 KLR650ABS - my...
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 25, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    another CL optimist

    I lost sleep last night trying to talk myself out of it. I just can't see riding it when I have 2 old Secas now. That one is nice enough for...
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 25, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. Simmy
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    another CL optimist

    beautiful XJ650RJC Seca, must resist....... 1982 Yamaha 650 | Street, Cruisers & Choppers | Oakville / Halton Region | Free local classifieds - Kijiji
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 25, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. Simmy
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    “Plum Crazy” has returned! (Well….is returnING)

    the triple instruments are cool
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 24, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    another CL optimist

    It’s a roundabout way of just saying “doesn’t run” I’ll bet it ran when new
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 20, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    “Plum Crazy” has returned! (Well….is returnING)

    And is the redline 10,000 or 11,000?
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 20, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  29. Simmy
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    “Plum Crazy” has returned! (Well….is returnING)

    One lucky XJ-X to get adopted by @hogfiddles How many X do you have now?
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 20, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  30. Simmy
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    Canadian Vintage Rally 2022

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harley-Davidson_Model_W
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 19, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. Simmy
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    Canadian Vintage Rally 2022

    I really didn't take many photos last weekend while at the Canadian Vintage Rally but this thing really caught my eye. I was aware Harley built a...
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 19, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  32. Simmy
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    O2 sensors for carb tuning???

    [ATTACH]
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 18, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Simmy
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    O2 sensors for carb tuning???

    temporarily installed on my Turbo. Getting good info prior to installation of my 772 big bore kit. Very important to keep a turbo running rich [IMG]
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 18, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Simmy
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    Wanted URGENT - Looking for 270 valve shim in Edmonton, AB

    Amazon next day delivery
    Post by: Simmy, Jun 16, 2025 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  35. Simmy
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    Gear Oil

    That’ll work
    Post by: Simmy, May 27, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Simmy
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    Need some eyes on this

    I swear by my Motion Pro tee wrench It has all 3 JIS bits A deep breath, a snort and all the strength I have usually pops anything out
    Post by: Simmy, May 27, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. Simmy
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    Yamaha for the win again

    lookin good
    Post by: Simmy, May 26, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. Simmy
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    Need some eyes on this

    Facing the motor from the left side with a 19mm spanner on the crank, the motor spins clock-wise - opposite the wheels. If it is seized you'll...
    Post by: Simmy, May 26, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Simmy
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    Ikea 1984 XJ1100... some assembly required

    I filed the holes a little bigger on the tool to position it in place. Without that it wasn't going to fit anyhow.
    Post by: Simmy, May 20, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  40. Simmy
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    Need some eyes on this

    that’s you, you just acquired spare parts for the shinier one in your future Let’s see your Magna
    Post by: Simmy, May 18, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Simmy
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    Running Rich. Not sure why

    yes further back that is discussed @MrSeca I think if you’re riding the bike then the spark plugs will be ok for idling. Fuel issue, too rich...
    Post by: Simmy, May 17, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Simmy
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    Running Rich. Not sure why

    How old are the float needles and seats? Your petcock shuts gas off when parked but when riding uses too much? Just a thought
    Post by: Simmy, May 16, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I agree the CB900F is a great looking bike. It was going to be my 1st street bike. I looked at one used, I think it had an aftermarket fairing....
    Post by: Simmy, May 16, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. Simmy
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    Beginner restoration of a 82 XJ550 Maxim

    If you have had it idling (running) down to 1200 and it wants to quit on you I think it means your mixture is not correct. Some like the Colortune...
    Post by: Simmy, May 16, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  45. Simmy
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    Beginner restoration of a 82 XJ550 Maxim

    I didn't see mention where your idle mixture screws are set. How many turns out are they?
    Post by: Simmy, May 16, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Need some eyes on this

    You're asking a forum of misfits who enjoy tinkering with old XJ's, of coarse we're going to say they are fun, fulfilling and rewarding to tinker...
    Post by: Simmy, May 16, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. Simmy
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    550 Maxim suddenly popping fuses

    check the wiring where it rubs the frame when the bars are turned L to R. I've seen this to cause blown fuses.
    Post by: Simmy, May 6, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Seca Turbo Advertisement Brochure

    I moved some parts around last weekend and noticed this brochure. I bought a Turbo parts bike a while back and this came in one box. Pretty beat...
    Thread by: Simmy, May 5, 2025, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    LOOKING FOR xj650r Seca Gas Tank

    that's my asking price but mine is behind the communist Canadian curtain. Shipping by Canada Post was almost as much as the tank
    Post by: Simmy, May 5, 2025 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Simmy's Naked Turbo Project

    Today I finally took the bike out to test the FAR gauge. I wasn't out long because it was really cold, the spitting rain didn't help either....
    Post by: Simmy, Apr 26, 2025 in forum: XJ Modifications
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