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    SECApocalypse - 1981 XJ750 SECA "Mad Max" bike

    The virago 750 tanks had two petcocks because of the tunnel design of the tank. If you block off one side your only going to get fuel from the...
    Post by: RTB, Aug 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Ultrasonic Cleaning Solution

    Yes it DID
    Post by: RTB, Jun 24, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Ultrasonic Cleaning Solution

    The ultrasonic cleaner came today so I gave it a workout on a set of carbs off an 83 Kawasaki KZ440LTD I'm doing for a young man. I do believe...
    Post by: RTB, Jun 24, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    For Sale: 82 Seca750 Brake/Tail Light Section

    For sale: 82 Seca 750 Brake/Tail Light Section. In good condition. Make offer and buyers pays shipping.
    Thread by: RTB, Jun 24, 2017, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    What does the XJ stand for?

    Xtreme Joy!!!
    Post by: RTB, Jun 24, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Ultrasonic Cleaning Solution

    I've read of people using, dish detergent, laundry soap, simple green, HF degreaser, distilled water and a host of other things. I'm thinking ill...
    Post by: RTB, Jun 21, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Ultrasonic Cleaning Solution

    This is the one I ordered. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XKDZPQW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    Post by: RTB, Jun 21, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Ultrasonic Cleaning Solution

    Yes it can be either heated or not.
    Post by: RTB, Jun 21, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Ultrasonic Cleaning Solution

    I just ordered an ultrasonic cleaner to clean carbs with and my question to you great minds is what solution works best to clean carbs with? I've...
    Thread by: RTB, Jun 21, 2017, 15 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    K9's for Warriors Benefit Ride June 24th Harrisonburg Va

    To all riders in Central Virginia or anywhere, on June 24th there's going to be a ride benefitting K9's for Warriors. The location is in...
    Thread by: RTB, Jun 4, 2017, 0 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Charlottesville??

    Tim O wish I was free then to go but work and other commitments in my shop are keeping me grounded then. There's going to be a Benefit ride on...
    Post by: RTB, Jun 4, 2017 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Gunson Colortune

    Id say that a lot of people are unsure when it comes to doing some things. Like getting out of your comfort zone. Id bet after doing these things...
    Post by: RTB, Jun 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Gunson Colortune

    I just propped the back end of my fuel tank up so as to gain access to mixture screws. Didn't need the mirror. Did mine in conjunction with a...
    Post by: RTB, Jun 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Kawasaki Locked up Engine

    This motor will be gone through and see what kind of shape it's in. We haven't started on it as of yet because of other projects that I've got...
    Post by: RTB, Jun 1, 2017 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    Kawasaki Locked up Engine

    A young man of 18 years of age whom I work with bought an 83 Kawasaki KZ 440ltd yesterday as his first ever motorcycle and I picked it for him and...
    Thread by: RTB, May 23, 2017, 4 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    How to tell difference between seca and maxim

    XJ550H and if I were smart enough to read all of his orig post I would have seen he said it was an xj550. :D
    Post by: RTB, May 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How to tell difference between seca and maxim

    Seca has dual disc front brakes, swirled rims and front axle is on the front of the tubes....
    Post by: RTB, May 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Why did you buy an XJ?

    I've got an xv920 Virago Bobber I built and an xv750 Virago that's in a million pieces that will become something after I get done with the xj...
    Post by: RTB, May 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    I haven't clear coated the tank yet. The paint I used is a one stage paint with clear coat in it but you can apply a clear coat if wanted. I got...
    Post by: RTB, May 15, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Why did you buy an XJ?

    Easy now with that pod talk. :eek:
    Post by: RTB, May 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Why did you buy an XJ?

    Got my 82 Seca 750 as payment for work I was doing on another motorcycle for a gentleman. I also have an 82 Virago 920 and an 04 Honda VTX 1300....
    Post by: RTB, May 13, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    I'd been debating about a front fender and the one that was on the bike when i got it was damaged in the front end of it so I got the ole grinder...
    Post by: RTB, May 13, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Be Safe and Prayers for Family's of Lives lost yesterday in Motorcycle Accidents

    The reality of the dangers of our passion of riding hit close to my home yesterday. In two seperate accidents two lives were lost yesterday here...
    Thread by: RTB, May 3, 2017, 0 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    My Herd. Post pics of your mototcycles

    Not a set rotation. When my son is home and goes with me it has to be the VTX because it being my only two seater but when he's not going riding...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 29, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    My Herd. Post pics of your mototcycles

    Got my motorcycles out today for a little photo op. I have an 2004 Honda VTX 1300, 1982 Yamaha Seca xj750 and an 1982 Yamaha Virago xv920. I...
    Thread by: RTB, Apr 28, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    2Fast Moto Exhaust

    Thank you Wintersdark.
    Post by: RTB, Apr 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    2Fast Moto Exhaust

    Good luck with it and I hope you get it figured out. My wiring was all new as I did a complete rewiring of the bike. I do know there are many...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 27, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    2Fast Moto Exhaust

    David I'm about to pull that gauge off and throw it as far as I can. There were no instructions on how to set it up and the wiring diagram was a...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 27, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Handle Bars

    I put a drag bar on my 82 seca xj750 and the cables worked just fine. I did have to put different risers on the bar to keep the bar from hitting...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 27, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    83 XJ750 Wont Rev above 3000rpm and spark fails on cyl 2/3 Help.

    Can you post the video on youtube and then put the link on here?
    Post by: RTB, Apr 26, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    I'm sure there is a thread on here somewhere about colortuning your carbs. Pretty simple procedure. First off is that you'll need a colortuning...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 26, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    Thanks Stumplifter. I'm pleased with how it's turning out.
    Post by: RTB, Apr 26, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    2Fast Moto Exhaust

    I have them on and got the bike running. They look great and sound pretty good as well. I put a video of the bike running on my other thread. That...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 26, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    Got the carbs synched and colortuned. She purrs like a kitten now. Now if it would just quit raining so I can take it for a spin and see how it...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 25, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    True Dat K-Moe. It's on my after running punch list. I'll get on it first thing Monday morning since I have to work all weekend.
    Post by: RTB, Apr 20, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    Bench synched the carbs the other day after I installed new throttle shaft seals, fuel tube o-rings and mixture screw o-rings. Set float levels...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 20, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    It's ALIVE!!! Put gas in and she fired right up. Motor hasn't been run in over 3 years. I still need to colortune the carbs and a few other items...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 20, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    Getting it put back together. New 2fastmoto exhaust installed. Still getting some small things done before giving her life again. Hopefully...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 19, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    Thank you Jasonh. I just used some sheet metal for the side covers. If my Memory is correct it was like 22 gauge. I'll post more in depth pics soon.
    Post by: RTB, Apr 17, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    Thanks Vito and Polock I like the ground buss to. Looks better than just splicing all the grounds into one spot. Vito the company I work for has a...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 16, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    Its sits a bit higher up. I checked clearance before mounting it there. I even put weight on the seat and double checked.
    Post by: RTB, Apr 15, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    CL Add in Va

    Saw this on CL today. Maybe for $200 I might be tempted. Looks like it's been sitting out in the weather....
    Thread by: RTB, Apr 15, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    My new Toy. 82 Seca xj750.

    Haven't posted updates on my progress for awhile but I'm really close to firing her up. Finished up the wiring and all seems to be working...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 15, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    2Fast Moto Exhaust

    Cool deal Scorpion. Thanks. I went ahead and ordered a set so I guess I'll find out how they are.I'll post how they work and sound after I get it...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 11, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Charlottesville??

    I've only rode the Blueridge Pkwy from Lexington up to Waynesboro. Let me know if/when your wanting to go down the parkway Tim and if youd like...
    Post by: RTB, Apr 11, 2017 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Seca Fork Seals

    While cleaning my garage today I found a brand new set of fork seals and dust covers for an 82 XV750 Virago from All Balls Racing that my buddy...
    Thread by: RTB, Apr 9, 2017, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    2Fast Moto Exhaust

    I'm looking for some slip on mufflers for my 82 Xj750 Seca since the factory cones are in pretty rough shape and was browsing the bay of e and...
    Thread by: RTB, Apr 9, 2017, 24 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Just a passing thought

    Shift worker here so I don't work every day or post during break time at work.
    Post by: RTB, Mar 3, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Charlottesville??

    No I actually got the Seca from a guy who I am doing some motorcycle work for. I've got a lot of the parts I took off of the Seca. Like the...
    Post by: RTB, Feb 25, 2017 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    81 XJ750 seca build in progress

    Welcome aboard the XJ club. My advice to you is build the bike that you want. There are purist that like these bikes the way they came from the...
    Post by: RTB, Dec 9, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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