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  1. kerstingm
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    No Power

    Will thanks
    Post by: kerstingm, Sep 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. kerstingm
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    No Power

    I have tried wiggling the wires and it didn't do anything I will try the water bottle that sounds like a good idea. My fuel filter is a few years...
    Post by: kerstingm, Sep 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. kerstingm
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    No Power

    Is the TCI the computer brain?
    Post by: kerstingm, Sep 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. kerstingm
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    No Power

    I haven't looked at them lately, but they we new at the beginning of the season. The best way I can describe what is going on is it feels like an...
    Post by: kerstingm, Sep 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. kerstingm
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    No Power

    I have an 81 650 Maxim that I have been having some problems with for a while now. I have posted some of the symtoms on here in the past and...
    Thread by: kerstingm, Sep 22, 2010, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. kerstingm
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    1981 650 Maxim drive shaft

    I will check the braks here shortly I have to get a new tire.
    Post by: kerstingm, Aug 3, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. kerstingm
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    1981 650 Maxim drive shaft

    I have posted on a few time about my engine bogging down here and there. I have gotten a lot of advice thing that it was fuel related. The other...
    Thread by: kerstingm, Aug 3, 2010, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. kerstingm
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    Fuel filter

    I hear you on that. I've had my carbs out a couple a years ago to change a needle and seet on #1 and let me tell you I don't want to pull them...
    Post by: kerstingm, May 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. kerstingm
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    Fuel filter

    The way I had the filter sitting before I redid the hoses for the Honda filter I always had a small bubble and it didn't effect anything either....
    Post by: kerstingm, May 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. kerstingm
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    Fuel filter

    Thanks. I tried using a filter for a Honda (I know I suck) that had a 90 on it, but the way it sat I couldn't fill it and the bike really ran like...
    Post by: kerstingm, May 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. kerstingm
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    Fuel filter

    I have another question. IF the filter bowl doesn't totaly fill up with fuel could it cause my bike to spit and spudder?
    Post by: kerstingm, May 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. kerstingm
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    Fuel filter

    Thanks I'll check it out. Do you know if there are any links on here that show the proper install of the filter I am having problems trying to get...
    Post by: kerstingm, May 19, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. kerstingm
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    Fuel filter

    Can somebody please let me know where to get a fuel filter for a 1981 650 Maxim? I'm looking for one with the discharge tube comes out at a 45 or...
    Thread by: kerstingm, May 19, 2010, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. kerstingm
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    Please Help engine bogging down

    I haven't done anything to the carbs lately but I changed a needle and seat a couple of years ago and they were spotless inside then and all I run...
    Post by: kerstingm, May 7, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. kerstingm
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    Please Help engine bogging down

    Thanks for the advise. My filter is stright with the tube on the rear sitting at a 45. When I look thru it is is preety brown so I plan on...
    Post by: kerstingm, May 7, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. kerstingm
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    Please Help engine bogging down

    I tried to changing to the reserve side and it made no difference. I would say that it does it more when the engine is more on the cold side. I...
    Post by: kerstingm, May 4, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. kerstingm
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    Please Help engine bogging down

    My filter is the first thing I'm going to change since it's three years old. I'm just looking for other things to look at if it doesn't fis it....
    Post by: kerstingm, May 4, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. kerstingm
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    Please Help engine bogging down

    I took off on the bike (81 650 Maxim) this morning and as I was going down the road the bike wouldn't speed up. It was acting like a car with the...
    Thread by: kerstingm, May 4, 2010, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. kerstingm
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    1981 starter

    I have a 1981 XJ650 Maxim that is having some starter issues. I opened it up and found lots of oil in it. What "O" ring and or seal on the starter...
    Thread by: kerstingm, May 1, 2010, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. kerstingm
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    Starter

    I sent the origianal starter to the rebuild shaop and it was toast. I might try it again. I know my solenoid it shot I have to tap it about every...
    Post by: kerstingm, Apr 26, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. kerstingm
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    Starter

    I have a 1981 XJ 650 H Maxim and I need a little help. I just put in a used starter last season off of Ebay and it's starting to go out again. I...
    Thread by: kerstingm, Apr 26, 2010, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. kerstingm
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    Clutch

    The PO removed the baffles from the exhaust pipe. The way he did this he removed the cap from the end than remove the baffles than he just...
    Post by: kerstingm, Sep 10, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. kerstingm
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    Clutch

    Thanks I'll check this.
    Post by: kerstingm, Sep 8, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. kerstingm
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    Clutch

    Most of this has been done before I got the bike. I have never done the valves (don't have the tools) I already have a filter in place. I'll check...
    Post by: kerstingm, Sep 7, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. kerstingm
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    Clutch

    I was just asking if this sounds like a symptom of a clutch starting to wear out. My manual doesn't really specify when to check or replace. With...
    Post by: kerstingm, Sep 7, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. kerstingm
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    Clutch

    Thanks, but does this soud like a clutch issue?
    Post by: kerstingm, Sep 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. kerstingm
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    Clutch

    Isn't there just a clutch replacement kit?
    Post by: kerstingm, Sep 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. kerstingm
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    Clutch

    About how many miles do the clutch plates last on average? What are some signs of them wearing? I have had and issue where I have had problems...
    Thread by: kerstingm, Sep 6, 2009, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. kerstingm
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    Motor cutting out

    I think I found the problem. I barely touched the run/off switch and the engine died with it in the run position. I just need to find a good used...
    Post by: kerstingm, Aug 3, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. kerstingm
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    Motor cutting out

    I've check the (lame) fuse box all seems ok. I even wiggled the wires with the engine running and the engine did not stall. I have not checked the...
    Post by: kerstingm, Jul 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. kerstingm
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    Motor cutting out

    So far I've had the bike running and have shaken, pulled, and twisted every wire harness I can get to just to see if I can get the engine to cut...
    Post by: kerstingm, Jul 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. kerstingm
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    Motor cutting out

    Thanks for the info. I'm still thinking it's my throttle run/off switch. The start button was missing when I got the bike so it has a rigged...
    Post by: kerstingm, Jul 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. kerstingm
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    Motor cutting out

    Does anybody know if a CDI unit from a 550 will work on a 650?
    Post by: kerstingm, Jul 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. kerstingm
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    Motor cutting out

    I think I know what you are talking about. I'll check that out Thanks
    Post by: kerstingm, Jul 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. kerstingm
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    Motor cutting out

    Yes I know that I need the XJCD set. Just haven't gotten around to it. Keeps bitting me in the butt from how much detail that is on it. The dealer...
    Post by: kerstingm, Jul 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. kerstingm
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    Motor cutting out

    Thanks for the suggestions. Can you please let me know which unit is the TCI and what does it do? I know there are two electrical boxes on the...
    Post by: kerstingm, Jul 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. kerstingm
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    Motor cutting out

    I have a 81 650 Maxim the problem I'm having is as I'm ridding the bike my motor just shuts off, but it starts right back up. I'm leaning towards...
    Thread by: kerstingm, Jul 21, 2009, 19 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. kerstingm
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    Alternator brushes - change them!

    Thanks, I just hit 30k so I know it's time to look at them. I just put new tires on last season and the breaks looked good.
    Post by: kerstingm, Mar 8, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. kerstingm
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    Alternator brushes - change them!

    What is (round tuits) Do I need this to changes the brushes? I am getting ready to check my brushes Sat and I just wanted to make sure I didn't...
    Post by: kerstingm, Mar 7, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. kerstingm
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    Battery

    Thanks for the info. Is there any certain brand that is better?
    Post by: kerstingm, Dec 17, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. kerstingm
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    Battery

    Has anybody found a maintance free battery that will fit in a 81 XJ650?
    Thread by: kerstingm, Dec 16, 2008, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. kerstingm
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    Winterizing

    Thanks for all of the advice. I do have on question I see everybody says to put oil in the spark plug holes and then turn the motor over. I read...
    Post by: kerstingm, Nov 20, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. kerstingm
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    Winterizing

    Can anybody give me some tips on storing my bike for the winter. Like what is better fuel stabilizer, or some like seafoam, is it better to just...
    Thread by: kerstingm, Nov 20, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. kerstingm
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    How does the reserve tank work?

    Any thoughts of why I was getting around 45 MPG last season and only getting around 36 to 37 this season. I have to switch to reserve anywhere...
    Post by: kerstingm, Aug 6, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. kerstingm
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    Fuel mileage

    Last year I was getting around 45 MPG this year I'm only getting around 36 to 40 GPG. I did have to replace a needle and seat on #1 but I made no...
    Thread by: kerstingm, Aug 5, 2008, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. kerstingm
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    Saddlebags

    Thanks a lot this is just what I was looking for. It's a lot better than paying $100 or so for brackets.
    Post by: kerstingm, Jun 30, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. kerstingm
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    Saddlebags

    I just bought a set of saddlebags and they're just a little big as to where the one side is hitting the exhaust pipe. I kind of figured that I...
    Thread by: kerstingm, Jun 30, 2008, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. kerstingm
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    No start

    New problem my bike will not start. Yesterday I came out and my battery was dead. I have been having problems with my start switch which I'm going...
    Thread by: kerstingm, Jun 26, 2008, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. kerstingm
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    REAR TIRE

    Well I'm not sure what it is, but right now I'm broke down with a dead battery or bad ground. Not sure yet
    Post by: kerstingm, Jun 25, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. kerstingm
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    REAR TIRE

    I played with the fuse block today and it seams to be doing better. I haven't had to push it yet, but I do have one more start to get her home
    Post by: kerstingm, Jun 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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