When do you not have spark?
What about checking AC Voltage on the white wires during engine running at idle and 3000 rpms?
Do that and it looses it hardness. I highly recommend getting in touch with hogfiddles or Chacal to get you the proper parts required. The...
Valves were checked for proper clearance? Running carb sync done? Float levels verified by the wet method? Ignition coiled ohmed out? These...
Who-hoooo!! It was actually not snowing or raining today. Took my maxim out fora 50 mile shakedown run. Notes: Slight adjustments needed on...
To me those are reminiscent of the Buel motorcycles. I’m not a huge fan of that style. However, they aren’t the worst looking rides being sold today.
Is it just me or does it seem that Yamaha has the best and broadest selection of bikes nowadays? I mean, they are the best looking with less...
And when was the last time the valves gaps were checked? Also, check your coils and plug wires. My 81 650used to to that. I found that one of my...
Look at MAC exhaust products.
Are the valves in spec? This is the first thing to check before any carb work should be done.
Pulled the carbs. Gave them a quick spring cleaning. Changed the spark plugs. Started recovering the original saddle. Inspected the brakes. Bled...
I have a set of saddlebags that get shared with two of my bikes. Whenever I ride it to work, you will get a chance to see the setup.
Just moved back to central PA this winter. I’m now near the Williamsport area.
That's the plan. However, my daughter shows more interest in bikes than my son. I'm not hurt about it. He loves guns, like his old man....
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My grandpa purchased it off the showroom floor in 81. Added a windshield and a backrest with cargo rack. Rarely rode it. My father acquired it...
Not at all....
KZ1000? They are very similar to the carbs of a Z1R.
Install a load resistor inline of the power leads of the headlight.
Was the compression check done twice? First one is typically dry. If any (or all) are marginally low, I put a tablespoon of motor oil in the...
Possible that the two non-running cylinders are victims of gummed up carbs. Definitely take all four carbs to church (of clean) and replace all...
I agree with the Walmart batteries. For our bikes, I have found only one battery that has lasted longer in my XJ. And that is my 4+ year old...
As for tires, I have run a plethora of different brands and types. For the XJ, I just love Avon's. Sticky as glue. Definitely more so than what...
My 245lb frame makes the 15W feel a bit soft. I am going to try 20W or a mix of 15/20 on the next fork oil change.
Stared at it. (Waiting for a fractured Ulna to heal)
I have never seen the mounting system of a 550's tank. However, there is about half an inch clearance between the rubber mount and the frame where...
Not at all. They are behind the rubber. (Inboard of the tank mount)
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Installed the CB coils today. Easy install. As soon as Photobucket starts working, I will submit pics. Initial thoughts: no perceived performance...
Just unboxed a pair of Honda CB coils, 6 feet of wire, and 4 resistor caps. Time to get the old iron running again...
Gotcha. I just assumed that the 650 and 750 were similar, if not the same. Good to know if I ever get a 750.
Use an inverted sparkplug socket on a long extension if the broom handle method doesn't work.
Vic 20 was my first PC as well. It had an 8Kb upgrade RAM cartridge and a cassette drive. Then, I upgraded to the C-64 with dual 5.25" floppies...
I'm your huckleberry..... I will add my opinion after they arrive and installed on my 81 650 Maxim.
Already sourced out a pair of coils. Actually, a complete kit. One that includes two coils, 6 feet of wire, two NGK straight boots and two 120°...
And the Honda coils fit under the tank with no issues? The Honda could are a lesser expensive upgrade to the factory Yamaha coils, in that the...
+1 You would benefit from totally cleaning and inspecting all the carbs. This way you can verify that the PO didn't bugger anything else in them....
I get more compliments on my old XJ than any of my newer bikes. It is the respect for old iron....
Either will work.
Get a set of motion pro tire irons/spoons (3 minimum) and a wood clamp or large zip ties , and do it yourself.
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I point the cam lobe AWAY from the shim when I am removing the shim or taking my measurements. It is a surefire way to make sure you are not...
Point the lobe away, 180*, from the shim and bucket.
Sounds like a kickstand safety switch issue to me.
Did they change the seal type after a certain year? When I first worked on my 81, the carbs had O-Rings on the fuel joints. And I was the first...
They are O-Rings. They flatten with age.
Just a standard old cleaner/degreaser or carb cleaner works. It looks like it had been broken and repaired. I chucked mine in the trash and new...
A good old pair of hemostats are your friend....
I have been hearing a lot of issue with the tool as of lately. I have never encountered any issues, other than not properly aligning the tool...
Let her run. Check for air leaks on the carb to engine boots. Check the rubber caps on the boots as well. They can get hard and not seal on the...
