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  1. sgknies
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    Oil in the starter?

    Ok, my bike has been giving me trouble starting lately. I normally can get it going by tapping on the starter lightly with a hammer. It's starting...
    Thread by: sgknies, Jun 8, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    West Virginia Riders?

    Heh. Yeah you have to be on your toes driving in WV. It was quite a change for me as I am originally from GA. There you can fall asleep at the...
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 1, 2010 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    West Virginia Riders?

    Checking to see if there are many (any) West Virginian XJ nuts out there. If so, where do you hail from and what's your flavor of XJ happiness? I...
    Thread by: sgknies, May 27, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    See what you made me do?!!

    Heck DualThinker...that bike's in better shape than my daily commuter!
    Post by: sgknies, May 29, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    I thought I was an ok mechanic untill.....

    Thanks Robert. I was beginning to think that I had yet another relay that was not working! :)
    Post by: sgknies, May 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I thought I was an ok mechanic untill.....

    Not to distract from Tiny's issue, but I am now confused. Does the 1980 models HAVE the kickstand relay on them? I can start mine sitting on the...
    Post by: sgknies, May 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I thought I was an ok mechanic untill.....

    mc I don't think the 80 model has the relay on it. I could be wrong, but my bike doesn't have it and it's an 80 model
    Post by: sgknies, May 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I thought I was an ok mechanic untill.....

    Tiny, put a hold on the craigslist thing. The gurus here are WELL compitent enough to diagnose your issues. Just hang in there and see what they...
    Post by: sgknies, May 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    no riding for me this summer

    Tough break man. (no pun intended) Hope you heal up soon and get back in the saddle.
    Post by: sgknies, May 28, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    GPS users ...

    Great info Oblivion! I will indeed use those plugs that you provided the link for. It will definately "clean up" the look and not make it seem...
    Post by: sgknies, May 28, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    GPS users ...

    Just to add a quick note to the thread. I have recently tried my GARMIN330 (I think that's the model) on mine. I zip tied the car mount to the...
    Post by: sgknies, May 27, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Starting issue/Oil light.

    There is a mild 'click' noise that comes from the solenoid. If I take a picture of the solenoid, could you put an arrow on the wire to check for...
    Post by: sgknies, May 20, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Starting issue/Oil light.

    My xj is starting to have this very same problem without the PO messing with the electrical. I turn on the key and the neutral light comes on. I...
    Post by: sgknies, May 20, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How to remove stuck Brake Caliper Pistons?

    I agree with dannzeman. I think the only reason you would use a grease gun is if the brake fluid pressure simply wasn't enough. THEN the grease...
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 27, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    easy oil filter ????

    Believe it or not, I got mine from my local Advance Auto store. They also carry other maintenance parts for my 80 xj650
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 27, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Instructions on removing back tire (AKA - POW!! at 72mph)

    Re: Instructions on removing back tire (AKA - POW!! at 72mph I guess the million dollar question is do you have to PAY for the Haynes pdf or is...
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Instructions on removing back tire (AKA - POW!! at 72mph)

    Re: Instructions on removing back tire (AKA - POW!! at 72mph Awesome! So I DON'T have to crack the shaft open. I didn't think so just by looking...
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Instructions on removing back tire (AKA - POW!! at 72mph)

    Had a blowout on the interstate doing 72 mph. (life changing event) Anyway, I need to know how to remove the back tire to take it in for new meat...
    Thread by: sgknies, Jun 26, 2008, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    50 mpg w/2 riders! Man I love my bike!

    I have an 80 xj650. Me and my wife have been riding this thing EVERYWHERE! Rolled the trip and checked the mileage...50 baby! I dunno if that's...
    Thread by: sgknies, Jun 9, 2008, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    High RPM's

    Blip...neat word AND good idea!
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 6, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Speedo broke...now buzzing sound. Advice?

    Heh...sad thing is I didn't even catch that you mistakenly used the word head (pertaining to the engine) and was giving you an authentic...
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    High RPM's

    I adjusted the idle screw. Mine is an xj650, but should be the same. If you are sitting on the bike facing forward, turning the idle screw COUNTER...
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    High RPM's

    I had the same problem. What I did was warm up the bike (drove for about 20 minutes) then idled the bike down while it was parked and running to...
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Speedo broke...now buzzing sound. Advice?

    And THAT'S why I LOVE this site! Smart people helping us...well...less than smart people. :lol:
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Speedo broke...now buzzing sound. Advice?

    AWESOME advice. I just wanted to make sure the drive gear in the engine was not the buzzing sound as it's chewed into tiny pieces and thrown all...
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Rear wheel alignment?

    I am by NO MEANS an expert...but I'm wondering if the back tire may be too wide for the bike.
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Speedo broke...now buzzing sound. Advice?

    Cable driven. 80 xj650
    Post by: sgknies, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Speedo broke...now buzzing sound. Advice?

    Speedo broke on the way to work this morning...now a buzzing sound is coming from the engine...not terribly loud, but noticable. I figure it is...
    Thread by: sgknies, Jun 5, 2008, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I'm TOO RICH!!! Ok...I'm not but my carbs are...

    Just to let you know, it will be tomorrow probably before I get those pics. But I AM getting them.
    Post by: sgknies, May 23, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I'm TOO RICH!!! Ok...I'm not but my carbs are...

    Nice! I will do just that! Hey did I mention that this board ROCKS! Makes me feel even better to own an xj.
    Post by: sgknies, May 23, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I'm TOO RICH!!! Ok...I'm not but my carbs are...

    As far as I know they are. The bike runs PERFECT other than the smoking on deceleration. It does however idle a bit high once it's warmed up....
    Post by: sgknies, May 23, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Hug your Maxim today! Have you seen the price of gas?

    4.09 in West Virginia. I also have an SUV. I had to sign over a kidney last week for a fill up.
    Post by: sgknies, May 23, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I'm TOO RICH!!! Ok...I'm not but my carbs are...

    Carbs must be running rich. '80 650. Black smoke on downshift and I can smell it as well. How do I adjust the richness? Thanks! BTW great board!
    Thread by: sgknies, May 23, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    F/S: Hard saddle bags; Trunk/Back rest;Fairing; engine guard

    Re: F/S: Hard saddle bags; Trunk/Back rest;Fairing; engine g I'm really interested in the luggage rack. I just need to know if it will fit on my...
    Post by: sgknies, May 21, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    xj650 Grab rail snapped

    New to the board and have a question. I recently purchased a 1980 xj650 off ebay and found out when I got the bike, that the rear grab rail has...
    Thread by: sgknies, May 20, 2008, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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