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  1. Mark John Smith
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    another CL optimist

    Seca Turbo 4 Sale in FL https://fortmyers.craigslist.org/lee/mcy/d/1982-yamaha-seca-turbo/6724347006.html
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 27, 2018 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  2. Mark John Smith
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    My XJ750 Seca Rant

    Thx for the info. Still would prefer another XS650...am looking.
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 20, 2018 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  3. Mark John Smith
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    My XJ750 Seca Rant

    I've decided to wait for another XS650. Although that doesn't mean I wouldn't buy a Seca. Thx for all the replies.
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 19, 2018 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. Mark John Smith
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    XJ750 Seca Cam Chain Adjustment - New Method ?

    Well I haven't bought the 750 yet, I'm just researching what I'm getting into. Yes, I'm sure it's the chain. I've been around engines all my...
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 12, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Mark John Smith
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    How Much Would it Cost Me...

    Did U mean the 750 or 250 motor ? I haven't bought the 750 yet, still researching...the 250 case is somewhat ez as it's so light. Some/one have...
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 12, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Mark John Smith
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    XJ750 Seca Starter Stats and Opinions

    Harlety's used to be KS only...I remember Dad's friends kicking them. I also used to KS a Maico 490, which is an ankle breaker done wrongly, so a...
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 12, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Mark John Smith
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    My XJ750 Seca Rant

    I hope so, if I buy one. That's why my other post asks for data on how percent have this prob, and how the clutch fails when it does. In the past...
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 12, 2018 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. Mark John Smith
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    How Much Would it Cost Me...

    ...to have someone, replace a starter/clutch on a Seca 750 ? Let's say I could ride the bike to you, before it's failed completely, and help get...
    Thread by: Mark John Smith, Nov 12, 2018, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Mark John Smith
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    another CL optimist

    This is a TX500 right ? Not a XS500 I think. This is the little Brother to the TX750, which has a nice powerband, but Yamaha in all their...
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 12, 2018 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  10. Mark John Smith
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    another CL optimist

    ANOTHER XJ 4U All https://harrisburg.craigslist.org/mcy/d/1987-yamaha-seca/6740575862.html
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 12, 2018 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. Mark John Smith
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    XJ750 Seca vs Honda CX500 ?

    That's funny, no lack of power downhill. I rode a CX5000 once, and I thought the same re the power. My only issue with the Seca is the starter...
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 12, 2018 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  12. Mark John Smith
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    XJ750 Seca Starter Stats and Opinions

    Hello (again :) I'm still trying to figure if I should buy a Seca or not. If it had a kickstarter I'd buy it w/o much hesitation. In fact, if...
    Thread by: Mark John Smith, Nov 12, 2018, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Mark John Smith
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    My XJ750 Seca Rant

    You may have read elsewhere and seen that I've been asking questions re an XJ750 Seca before buying it. After learning some things re the Seca,...
    Thread by: Mark John Smith, Nov 12, 2018, 17 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. Mark John Smith
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    XJ750 Seca vs Honda CX500 ?

    I'm trying to narrow down much short list of what to get next... 82 Seca 750 or CX500 ? Not sure I like the seat on the CX. Looks more like a...
    Thread by: Mark John Smith, Nov 11, 2018, 11 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  15. Mark John Smith
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    Can I Post CL XJ Listings Somewhere ?

    I'm new here, and see I cannot but post 1 listing per month if 4SALE, but I want to give others a chance to buy an XJ if i see one on CL (that I...
    Thread by: Mark John Smith, Nov 11, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. Mark John Smith
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    XJ750 Seca Cam Chain Adjustment - New Method ?

    Hello I'm (still) thinking of buying a Seca 750 I rode the other day, a non advertised friend's. I read here that auto cam chain adjusters can be...
    Thread by: Mark John Smith, Nov 11, 2018, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Mark John Smith
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    Potential Buyer - 82 XJ750 Timing Chain Noise ?

    Yea, I've been listenign to engines for 50+ years, I'm sure it's the chain when I 'artifically' make the chain loose with throttle setting. Still...
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 11, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Mark John Smith
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    Wanted A decent 750 Seca Tank

    Thx for your help, I'll save this post for when I need it.
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 11, 2018 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  19. Mark John Smith
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    I Want a Radian

    Thx for your help. Seca for me it seems.
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 11, 2018 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  20. Mark John Smith
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    FJ Newbie - Seca 750; or Maxim Radian XS650 ?

    Thx for all the help...seems the Seca is what I'd be most happy with. Thx again.
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 11, 2018 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  21. Mark John Smith
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    FJ Newbie - Seca 750; or Maxim Radian XS650 ?

    Hello I'm thinking of buying a running 82 Seca 750. I did not realize Yamaha also made other si,ilar models that seem the same to me. Also, I have...
    Thread by: Mark John Smith, Nov 10, 2018, 6 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  22. Mark John Smith
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    I Want a Radian

    Hello This is an old post but, I'm checking into buying a SECA, and learn now that there are very similar Maxims and Radians too. What are all the...
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 10, 2018 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  23. Mark John Smith
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    Wanted A decent 750 Seca Tank

    What type of acid ? Muriatic ?
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 10, 2018 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  24. Mark John Smith
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    Potential Buyer - 82 XJ750 Timing Chain Noise ?

    Thx. I guess all 2-wheeled machinery has it's issues. I didn't realize Yamaha made the Maxim at the same time they made the Seca...what r the...
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 10, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Mark John Smith
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    Potential Buyer - 82 XJ750 Timing Chain Noise ?

    Thx for the replies... Would a Radian model have less inherent issues than A Seca (750) ? I don't know all that much about these model bikes...
    Post by: Mark John Smith, Nov 10, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Mark John Smith
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    Potential Buyer - 82 XJ750 Timing Chain Noise ?

    Hello folks - My 1st post :) I rode an 82 (81 and 82 I have read are the same ?) 750 today, as a test ride. I found that it runs ok (36k) but at...
    Thread by: Mark John Smith, Nov 10, 2018, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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