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  1. eric.jones
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    Driver backrest ... old XJ650J

    I was just thinking of starting a new thread on this very subject. Robert I also am very interested in pictures and measurements! Thanks PM...
    Post by: eric.jones, Oct 21, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    For Sale XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODELS

    Hey Chacal, I'm in need of some more parts... again... Sent you a PM Thanks, Eric
    Post by: eric.jones, Oct 17, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  3. eric.jones
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    maxim sissy bar

    I resemble that remark !
    Post by: eric.jones, Oct 9, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. eric.jones
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    What lube should I use on carb CV pistons?

    Should I lube and if yes, what's the best kind to use on the carburator constant volicity pistons? I've polished them. They pass the clunk test. I...
    Thread by: eric.jones, Aug 29, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. eric.jones
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    Who makes a decent seat cover for my Seca?

    I just did my Maxim XJ650J with a ready-fit cover from Sargent. http://sargentcycle.com/readyfit.htm $59.95 I also purchased a piece of there...
    Post by: eric.jones, Aug 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Yamaha front name plate

    I tried that Chrome paint for plastic. Looked.... Okay. But I wasnt happy with it. Ended up painting it black semi gloss. The paint was much...
    Post by: eric.jones, Aug 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. eric.jones
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I got my XJ650J running after sitting in my garage for over 20 years! It's running strong and I put a couple hundred miles on it over the weekend....
    Post by: eric.jones, Aug 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    another guy with locked front brakes

    Okay, thanks guys. It took some effort but I got the little tiny hole clear, it was there, just as you said it would be. I guess I should take a...
    Post by: eric.jones, Aug 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    another guy with locked front brakes

    Are you guys telling me the hole in the picture is really suppose to go through into the plunger cylinder with a hair line hole. I sure doesnt...
    Post by: eric.jones, Aug 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    another guy with locked front brakes

    Thanks, I'll check that tonight, I think you may be correct. I probably should have spent some more time cleaning it like I did my carbs, I bought...
    Post by: eric.jones, Aug 22, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    another guy with locked front brakes

    My front brakes tighetend up on me today driving down the freeway at lunch time. I'm doing like 65 and I notice she doen't want to hold speed. I'm...
    Thread by: eric.jones, Aug 22, 2008, 28 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. eric.jones
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    How to get master cylinder apart to rebuild it?

    Jeff, if you don't have the XJ cd's I would suggest you order them, very helpful! In the mean time you can find parts diagrams and exploded view...
    Post by: eric.jones, Aug 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    broke upper steering head fork pinch clamp-can it be fixed?

    broke upper steering head fork pinch clamp-can it be fix got a replacement fork pinch clamp from Great-Buffalo... how snug is just snug enough?...
    Post by: eric.jones, Aug 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    broke upper steering head fork pinch clamp-can it be fixed?

    Buff I sent a PM thanks, Eric
    Post by: eric.jones, Jul 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    broke upper steering head fork pinch clamp-can it be fixed?

    Re: broke upper steering head fork pinch clamp-can it be fix I think I found one on ebay $109.00
    Post by: eric.jones, Jul 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    broke upper steering head fork pinch clamp-can it be fixed?

    Re: broke upper steering head fork pinch clamp-can it be fix fyi part number/name is SKU: 4H7-23435-00-98 CROWN, HANDLE LOW GLOSS BLACK
    Post by: eric.jones, Jul 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. eric.jones
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    broke upper steering head fork pinch clamp-can it be fixed?

    I obviously over tightened the fork pinch clamp on my (upper steering head / triple tree clamp / crown, handle) whatever it's called. Can it be...
    Thread by: eric.jones, Jul 24, 2008, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    note to self... dont ever put a tape measure into a fork

    Okay it seemed like a good idea at the time, just like my first marriage. See how far down inside the fork it is to the damper so I can make...
    Thread by: eric.jones, Jul 10, 2008, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    what's the trick to removing the front brake light swith ?

    Re: what's the trick to removing the front brake light swith Yes, that's why I love this sight. Ask a question - get an answer! Thanks guys, I...
    Post by: eric.jones, Jun 30, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    what's the trick to removing the front brake light swith ?

    :?: Okay what's the trick to removing the front brake light swith ? I'm afraid to pull to hard, I dont want to break something.
    Thread by: eric.jones, Jun 30, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ650J after 20 plus years, IT RUNS

    With the price of gas these days I decided it was high time I took a second look at my bike. Drug it out of the corner of the garage a couple...
    Thread by: eric.jones, Jun 30, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Howto: Replace your stuck carb drain screws

    Just finished up removing my drain plugs this morning... Started Thursday night. Sheesh what a chore!!! My best advise is DO NOT SKIMP ON TOOLS! I...
    Post by: eric.jones, Jun 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    pilot screw setting question

    I got my new pilot screw o-rings washers and springs from chacal. So when I replace my screws do I want to use my factory counts (from 1st post)...
    Post by: eric.jones, Jun 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    pilot screw setting question

    I haven't attempted to start it yet. My float valves and seats will arrive this week. The last time it ran was in 1987, doh... I've read all the...
    Post by: eric.jones, Jun 22, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    pilot screw setting question

    '82 XJ650 Maxim. I pulled the pilot screw brass plugs out of my carbs today... I used my father-in-laws drill press set to stop about 1/8" down...
    Thread by: eric.jones, Jun 22, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Keyster Carb Kit XJ650 Maxim

    I've heard some fairly unflatering remarks regarding the K&L carb kits... I wonder if anyone has experience with the Keyster Carb kits found on...
    Thread by: eric.jones, Jun 14, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    how to remove stuck piston diaphragm ?

    I have an 82 XJ650 Maxim. It's been sitting in a nice warm AZ garage for a few years... Okay 20 to be exact. I'm patiently waiting on my service...
    Thread by: eric.jones, Jun 10, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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