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  1. SlackerMax
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    Clean '80 Max 650 on CL (Detroit) Carl here's your chance...

    that ad has been deleted...might be the same one I just posted?
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 26, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  2. SlackerMax
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    1980 XJ650 on CL

    I'm no expert but this seems like an awfully good buy for those in the market... http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcy/893253984.html
    Thread by: SlackerMax, Oct 26, 2008, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  3. SlackerMax
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    Playing Fast and Loose with the Rules!

    Thanks for standing up Wiz. I have deleted several responses to Rick's replies in fear of other members who are not interested. Much of what is...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 25, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. SlackerMax
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    Playing Fast and Loose with the Rules!

    Not surprising coming from a phish head... I'm interested to see where this thread goes by Sunday night...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 24, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. SlackerMax
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    Playing Fast and Loose with the Rules!

    Personally, I couldn't disagree with your choice more... BUT I would defend your right to express it it in whatever (legal) way you choose...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 24, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. SlackerMax
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    i have 2 questions about xj700....

    You should not be leaking gas in ON or RES. Sounds like a bad petcock to me but I'm sure others will chime in...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. SlackerMax
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    We were discussing real motorcycles recently (Nort pics)

    OR how about this fixer-upper...$1800 with a bid, no reserve! I'm afraid to ask how much it would take to restore...but Fitz enquiring minds want...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 24, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. SlackerMax
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    We were discussing real motorcycles recently (Nort pics)

    This must be the one. Exact match to Fitz's bike. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Norton-8 ... 240%3A1318 Pretty impressive...I'm putting it...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 24, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  9. SlackerMax
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    Be The Bunny! Safe riding and motorcycle survival thread

    Re: Be The Bunny! Safe riding and motorcycle survival threa Thanks for posting that. I have to admit that I'm guilty of riding in a t-shirt...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 24, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  10. SlackerMax
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    We were discussing real motorcycles recently (Nort pics)

    WOW, that's very cool my man... Just out of curiosity whats the value on something like that? Don't really follow the classic bike market but it...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 24, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. SlackerMax
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    my sister....

    Probably just big bro looking out for his kid sister... Looks like a great bike for her age...she will no doubt have plenty of male friends at...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 22, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. SlackerMax
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    service manuel question

    LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL :lol:
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 19, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. SlackerMax
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    Hi..new person to this forum

    +1...I'd kill to have that backrest! Who cares! At your age she's not going to be your last BUT you could be happy if this bike was your...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 19, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. SlackerMax
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    Where to get windshield for Maxim x?

    Looks nice, but not sure I want something that wide. I kind of go back and forth on the hand coverage thing. Trying to find something that has...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 18, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. SlackerMax
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    Where to get windshield for Maxim x?

    Lets have a look. I've been thinking of adding a shield but want something compact.
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 17, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. SlackerMax
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    dunno 'bout this manuel

    I couldn't find it b/c u didn't have the ID right. Maxim-X models are XN (1985) or XS (1986). You don't have an X so this is a moot point. The...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 16, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. SlackerMax
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    xjbikes.com i missed you...

    Ditto for me! This has got to be more work than most of us realize so kudos to you sno!
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 16, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. SlackerMax
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    dunno 'bout this manuel

    On eBay? Tried a couple keyword searches and dont see it. Let me know where its at and I'll take a look.
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 16, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  19. SlackerMax
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    dunno 'bout this manuel

    LOL...well, with schooters posts I have to read v e r y s l o w ly :wink: I think the guy has an xs manual and is trying to tell schooter that...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 13, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  20. SlackerMax
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    dunno 'bout this manuel

    Schmuck, isnt that a model ID for an X?
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 13, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. SlackerMax
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    dunno 'bout this manuel

    Re: dunno 'bout this manual Not True, the manual you are referencing is for a water cooled 20 valve maxim-x. If I remember from some of your...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 13, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. SlackerMax
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    Question about Skis...

    Ski size is usually expressed in cm on the sidewall near where the binding mounts. Those look like pretty straight sticks...probably from the...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 8, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. SlackerMax
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    Man, look at this 1100 on CL near me

    Man, I really likie that compact style windshield. Anyone know the make/model? That might be perfect for my Max-X.
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 4, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  24. SlackerMax
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    Other than your bike what do you drive?

    Purchased it in 1990...originally from Texas and I bought it from a kid who was finishing grad school at U-M for $6K. 18 years later its still...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 4, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. SlackerMax
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    Other than your bike what do you drive?

    1986 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce...(my bike barely visible in the background) What can I say...1986 was a very cool year for motor vehicles...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Oct 3, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. SlackerMax
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    xj bike cd

    Email address is correct. I got my CD's in a little over 2 weeks. Dont be concerned, these guys are not buying villas in Tahiti with your $10...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 30, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. SlackerMax
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    First Time Plug Chopper...

    Have read all about this and thinking of taking a run at it today but was wondering...do I need new plugs for the best looking results? The one's...
    Thread by: SlackerMax, Sep 27, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. SlackerMax
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    Bring XJ700X Back from the dead???

    WOW, wish I had friends like that! Pretty sure I'm less smart that kordasn but sounds like he's giving you good advice at a minimum to see where...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Who on this forum rebuilds carbs as a business?

    The breaking down and cleaning doesn't scare me too much...its the technical stuff like syncing, float levels, fuel mixtures etc that I really...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Who on this forum rebuilds carbs as a business?

    Wannaride - Part of me loves your enthusiasm...and part of me thinks I will get half way into it and just start cussing to the roof tops :x ....
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. SlackerMax
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    Who on this forum rebuilds carbs as a business?

    I would be very interested in finding someone who wants a little side cash in Metro Detroit with good carb/bike knowledge and wouldn't mind...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. SlackerMax
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    Plug Resistor caps

    Its a very good question...unfortunately I am not an electrical guy. I hope others will chime in. My Max-X has 10k caps across the board but...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 23, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. SlackerMax
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    Newbie here...

    If its a Maxim-X you can go here - www.maxim-x.com and cross reference the VIN with the year. Click on "notes" at the top and look for the...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 23, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. SlackerMax
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    1986 XJ700 Maxim-XS...Spark Plug Arcing

    Great stuff...thanks again Wombat! I honestly thought I was losing my mind after re-assembling the thing like 10 times w/grease...without...etc....
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 22, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. SlackerMax
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    1986 XJ700 Maxim-XS...Spark Plug Arcing

    OK...so I took all the plug caps off to check resistance #1 8,800 #2 9,900 #3 9,900 #4 8,900 Pretty consistent numbers and within spec I...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 22, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. SlackerMax
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    Resurrecting my new XJ700X

    SWEET! I am pretty excited to get those caps apart and hopefully put this this issue to bed! I'll let you know how it turns out. Thanks again
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 20, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. SlackerMax
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    Resurrecting my new XJ700X

    Thanks bro...much appreciate the explanation on dis-assembly of those caps. I tried before for 15 or 20 minutes to get that damn orange boot off...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 20, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. SlackerMax
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    Resurrecting my new XJ700X

    I have been trying to get a handle on this for some time now... Wombat - do you have the original caps with the orange insulator boots? How do...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 20, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. SlackerMax
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    1986 XJ700 Maxim-XS...Spark Plug Arcing

    I am waiting as we speak for the XJCD's. Just wasnt sure if the ohm readings would be of any help to solving this problem. The bike really runs...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 10, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. SlackerMax
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    1986 XJ700 Maxim-XS...Spark Plug Arcing

    It seems to be coming from the orange insulator boots right at the base of the opening to the plug hole. I tried to search for this heat shrink...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 10, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. SlackerMax
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    1986 XJ700 Maxim-XS...Spark Plug Arcing

    I removed those threaded bushings from the spark plugs and now those two plugs are arcing worse. Its like a fireworks show at night. If a more...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 10, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. SlackerMax
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    Upgrade look to Max-X Horn

    Any clue on how to accomplish this...and where do I get the insert and/or part?
    Thread by: SlackerMax, Sep 5, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  43. SlackerMax
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    I guess I deserve it, but...

    What about choice #6 modified slightly? I may be way off based here but why cant you just keep the braided lines (since you want them and they're...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. SlackerMax
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    new Xj 700 Maxim X owner question.

    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 5, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  45. SlackerMax
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    new Xj 700 Maxim X owner question.

    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 5, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. SlackerMax
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    Overheating

    Really helpful...thanks alot for your detailed response Mike. When I flushed the coolant I actually topped off that reservoir tank (per a post...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Overheating

    Just jumping in on this because I have experienced the same issue with puking coolant from the reservoir. Oddly, this never happened until I...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. SlackerMax
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    Something that may get rid of your carb removing nightmares.

    LOL...was thinking exactly the same thing zook
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 2, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. SlackerMax
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    1986 XJ700 Maxim-XS...Spark Plug Arcing

    Ahhhhhh...here's what I've been looking for http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=8 ... plice.html scroll down that link to read Chacal's entire...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 2, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1986 XJ700 Maxim-XS...Spark Plug Arcing

    Just an update... I removed the plug caps and inspected carefully along with the wires. No cuts, cracks or damage at all. Decided to take...
    Post by: SlackerMax, Sep 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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