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  1. tinwakr123
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    Ontario riders?

    Hi Everyone, Is there anyone close to Waterloo that I could borrow a Colortune plug from for my XJ750 Maxim-X? I just got finished cleaning and...
    Post by: tinwakr123, Mar 19, 2008 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Sorry, meant to post a reply to another thread.

    Thanks Rick I will check out the places you have recommended and also other places here in Waterloo. Chuck
    Post by: tinwakr123, Feb 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Sorry, meant to post a reply to another thread.

    I am scared to go to my local Yami dealer to get a new switch, they will likely charge me an arm and a leg. Where do you sugget getting one of...
    Post by: tinwakr123, Feb 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    82' 750 maxim ignition switch

    I would like to know this also, the ignition switchon my XJ750 MaximX is getting pretty funky in that the key sometimes turns the switch,...
    Post by: tinwakr123, Feb 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Sorry, meant to post a reply to another thread.

    I would like to know this also, my ignition switch is getting pretty funky in that the key sometimes turns the switch, sometimes I have to play...
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Feb 1, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Leaky Petcock question.

    Thanks for the quick response stereomind, Would Seafoam do the trick or do I need to remove the carbs and do a rebuild of them as well?...
    Post by: tinwakr123, Jan 7, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Community Map - add yourself!

    And yet another member plotted. Chuck
    Post by: tinwakr123, Jan 7, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Lights dimming at idle.

    Hi Everyone, I have an issue with the lights on my MaximX. When I give it throttle the lights get bright, as the bike comes back to idle they...
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Jan 7, 2008, 23 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Leaky Petcock question.

    Hi Everyone, I think I have confirmed my "flooding" question in a previous post. Supposing the tank was full, I then turned the petcock to RES...
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Jan 7, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Winterizing my XJ750?

    I WISH! I just started riding about three or so months ago. I hate that I have to wait until April to ride again. Getting snow today, BRRRRRRR!
    Post by: tinwakr123, Nov 7, 2007 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
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    Winterizing my XJ750?

    Hi Everyone, What must I do to winterize/store my bike? Thanks, Chuck
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Nov 6, 2007, 8 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
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    What oil to use?

    Hi Everyone, Local bike shop recommended Bel-Ray EXP Semi-Synthetic 10W40 oil for my MaximX XJ750 is this the right oil? I have been told that...
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Oct 17, 2007, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How to lean out carbs?

    Hi Everyone, I think the carbs on my bike are set a tad rich, could someone direct me in leaning them out a bit? I am experiencing what I...
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Oct 14, 2007, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Safety Checklist for Ontario Canada residents

    Hi Everyone, Does anyone here know where I can download a copy of a Safety Standards Checklist I can use to check over my wife's bike to get it...
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Oct 14, 2007, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Fuel in the crankcase?

    Well, I changed the oil tonight, I will keep an eye on the level. I don't think that damn bike shop did the oil change I asked them to do!...
    Post by: tinwakr123, Oct 13, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Just bought a 1983 Yamaha Virago 500 for my wife!

    What sort of starter probs?
    Post by: tinwakr123, Oct 13, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Fuel in the crankcase?

    Hi Everyone, Just wondering if there is a positive way to find out if there is fuel getting into the crankcase other than just smell?...
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Oct 11, 2007, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Forum like this one for Yamaha Virago 500?

    Thanks for the quick reply! Much appreciated!
    Post by: tinwakr123, Oct 11, 2007 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    Forum like this one for Yamaha Virago 500?

    Can someone point me to a good forum for a Virago 500? Thanks in advance. Chuck
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Oct 11, 2007, 3 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    Just bought a 1983 Yamaha Virago 500 for my wife!

    Anyone know of a good forum for this bike as this one is for my MaximX? Thanks a bunch, Chuck
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Oct 10, 2007, 9 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What kind of gasoline do you use?

    I use the highest octane at any station I go to. :wink: Chuck
    Post by: tinwakr123, Oct 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Ontario riders?

    Too bad, it would be nice to have one this month. Could you explain exactly what is done at these carb clinics? Thanks, Chuck
    Post by: tinwakr123, Oct 2, 2007 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Ontario riders?

    We need carb clinics in Ontario! have there ever been any? I see a lot down in the USA!
    Post by: tinwakr123, Oct 1, 2007 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Ontario riders?

    Purchased a 1986 MaximX XJ750 about a month and a half ago, I am in Waterloo, ON.
    Post by: tinwakr123, Sep 30, 2007 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    IMHO, MaximX XJ750 running too rich!

    Hi Rick, After the air filter/plug change the bike runs great, better than before, seems to have more power. Deceleration is good and no...
    Post by: tinwakr123, Sep 28, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    IMHO, MaximX XJ750 running too rich!

    Hi Everyone, I have changed the plugs and the air filter, I am now getting somewhat better gas mileage but I still smell gas. Also, when I...
    Post by: tinwakr123, Sep 28, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    IMHO, MaximX XJ750 running too rich!

    I thought that the XJCD has such manuals?
    Post by: tinwakr123, Sep 15, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    IMHO, MaximX XJ750 running too rich!

    Sorry Rick but I won't know the location or even what they are until my XJCD package gets here next week. I will definately try that when I can...
    Post by: tinwakr123, Sep 14, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    IMHO, MaximX XJ750 running too rich!

    Thank you so much for the quick response FinnogAngela. Hopefully I will have time to check it tonight, I start the motorcycle course tonight. Chuck
    Post by: tinwakr123, Sep 14, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    IMHO, MaximX XJ750 running too rich!

    My XJCD package is on it's way but I would like to check the air filter, anyone be so kind as to post pics? Thanks, Chuck
    Post by: tinwakr123, Sep 13, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    IMHO, MaximX XJ750 running too rich!

    Sorry, The bike is a 1986 Yamaha MaximX 750 I just purchased it a few weeks ago. Seemed to have somewhat of a gas smell from the first day I...
    Post by: tinwakr123, Sep 12, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    IMHO, MaximX XJ750 running too rich!

    Hi Everyone, I think the engine on this bike is running too rich because I can smell gas when the bike is running and it seems to bog a bit...
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Sep 12, 2007, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    '86 Maxim X 750 idle rpm.

    Thanks for the quick response PghXJ. Clockwise to increase and counter to decrease I am assuming? Thanks, Chuck
    Post by: tinwakr123, Sep 2, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    '86 Maxim X 750 idle rpm.

    Can someone tell me what the idel should be on this bike? I just bought it about three weeks ago and I often thought that the 1800-2000RPM was a...
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Sep 2, 2007, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Newb- Just purchased a 1986 Maxim X750!

    Sounds Good, do you have a direct link to the guy's site? URL/email addy? Thanks, Chuck
    Post by: tinwakr123, Aug 22, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Newb- Just purchased a 1986 Maxim X750!

    Tried that, discontinued. Yamaha dealer said they cannot get one anymore. Thanks, Chuck
    Post by: tinwakr123, Aug 21, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Newb- Just purchased a 1986 Maxim X750!

    Hi Everyone, My name is Chuck and I just purchased a 1986 Yamaha Maxim X750! I have a dillema though, I have no owner's manual! Does anyone...
    Thread by: tinwakr123, Aug 21, 2007, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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