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  1. motorjoe650
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    XJ650 Maxim Intake Manifold Replacement

    Alright, after owning my '81 Yamaha Maxim XJ650 for 8 years I'm finally able to work on replacing the intake manifolds. I have new manifolds and...
    Thread by: motorjoe650, Jul 20, 2014, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. motorjoe650
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    Changing the carb intake boots on 82 Maxim 650

    I'm getting ready to replace the intake manifolds on my bike and have opted to cut out my own gaskets. However I'm not sure what type of gasket...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Jul 15, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  3. motorjoe650
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    INTAKE BOOTS!!!! THE AGONY!!

    Well, I finally bit the bullet and purchased a new set of intake manifolds and bolts. I didn't buy the gaskets however because they were priced...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Jul 14, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. motorjoe650
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    INTAKE BOOTS!!!! THE AGONY!!

    That's too bad the xj1100 boots won't work out. It was worth a try! What do you guys recommend as the best anti seize past or spray to free up...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Jul 2, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. motorjoe650
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    INTAKE BOOTS!!!! THE AGONY!!

    I know I'm a bit late coming into this post, but wanted to add some info and ask a question of my own if any are still following this... For...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Jun 30, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. motorjoe650
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    Interesting Electrical Problem...

    Ok, so, i'm new to mechanics and everything to do with working on an engine, but i'm especially new to electrical work. As such, i did not check...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Mar 9, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. motorjoe650
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    Interesting Electrical Problem...

    So, tried switching out the new LED bulbs for the old ones with the same result. I did not do anything electrical other than with the gauge...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Mar 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. motorjoe650
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    Interesting Electrical Problem...

    Trying out this solution right now, only have four of the original six light bulbs though for some reason. I'll let you know how it goes. Thanks!!!
    Post by: motorjoe650, Mar 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. motorjoe650
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    Interesting Electrical Problem...

    So, last summer/fall I started a sizable (for me) overhaul on my maxim. I replaced the clutch friction plates and bolts, changed regular and...
    Thread by: motorjoe650, Mar 8, 2013, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. motorjoe650
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    Front caliper part missing during rebuild... Ideas?

    Hey Micarl - that's the one! I was operating this bike without that washer and having a lot of front brake problems. If anyone would be kind...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Oct 24, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. motorjoe650
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    CLUTCHES 101-Part 1: the 400/550/600s with pics

    Good news, though those problems were present in the bolts going back on everything started and operated very well!
    Post by: motorjoe650, Oct 23, 2012 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  12. motorjoe650
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    Front caliper part missing during rebuild... Ideas?

    Hey Everybody! So, I decided to do some pretty intense maintenance (for me anyways) to my bike recently and i've run into a slight problem. I...
    Thread by: motorjoe650, Oct 23, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. motorjoe650
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    CLUTCHES 101-Part 1: the 400/550/600s with pics

    I'm putting these bolts in at 7.2 ft./lbs. everything is oriented correctly as far as I can tell. The dots are lined up and everything fit...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Oct 19, 2012 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  14. motorjoe650
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    CLUTCHES 101-Part 1: the 400/550/600s with pics

    Well, I got the bolt extractors and got the old bolt out. Came out without a problem! Once the new bolts and washers came in i put everything...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Oct 19, 2012 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  15. motorjoe650
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    CLUTCHES 101-Part 1: the 400/550/600s with pics

    Thanks! I'll give that a try! Guess i was a bit over zealous in getting to work on the friction plate replacement to wait again for new bolts....
    Post by: motorjoe650, Oct 9, 2012 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  16. motorjoe650
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    CLUTCHES 101-Part 1: the 400/550/600s with pics

    So, i took on the job of replacing the friction plates on my maxim after going through this how-to and everything was going perfectly until......
    Post by: motorjoe650, Oct 7, 2012 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  17. motorjoe650
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    Caliper and master cylinder swap from new bike

    Forgot to ask on the last post. Are there any good "how to's" on caliper rebuilds out there for my bike?
    Post by: motorjoe650, Apr 29, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. motorjoe650
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    Caliper and master cylinder swap from new bike

    Does the master cylinder from the gz250 you like have the bore size you listed and is it comparable match to the original?
    Post by: motorjoe650, Apr 29, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. motorjoe650
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    Caliper and master cylinder swap from new bike

    I haven't rebuilt either of these things yet, just thought it would be more effective to replace with newer parts if possible before rebuilding...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Apr 28, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. motorjoe650
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    Caliper and master cylinder swap from new bike

    I have a 1981 Yamaha maxim xj650. I restored it about 7 years ago, but since then have had many problems with the front brake. I would like to...
    Thread by: motorjoe650, Apr 27, 2012, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  21. motorjoe650
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    '81 Yamaha XJ650 Maxim - Replacing the shift return spring

    Hasersys, Sorry i didn't respond to your post right away. I've been away from this site for quite a while. That seal your talking about...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Dec 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. motorjoe650
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    '81 Yamaha XJ650 Maxim - Replacing the shift return spring

    Thanks
    Post by: motorjoe650, Oct 5, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. motorjoe650
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    '81 Yamaha XJ650 Maxim - Replacing the shift return spring

    I own a 1981 Yamaha XJ650 Maxim that I have been riding for a number of years. Recently the shifter lever stopped springing back into the...
    Thread by: motorjoe650, Oct 1, 2010, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. motorjoe650
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    '81 maxim 650, heated jacket liner?

    Thanks for the help everybody!
    Post by: motorjoe650, Nov 1, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. motorjoe650
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    '81 maxim 650, heated jacket liner?

    I've got all the right base layers and clothes on, but it doesn't seem to be enough. The windshield is currently a no go because of the area my...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Oct 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. motorjoe650
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    '81 maxim 650, heated jacket liner?

    I know the liner pulls around 76 watts, 6 amps gives me 72 watts to use. What will this do to the bike? 4 watts is only a third of an amp. Will...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Oct 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. motorjoe650
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    '81 maxim 650, heated jacket liner?

    I've looked at the battery vests and have heard they don't really compare to those you can hook up to the bike. I'm really wanting to get this...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Oct 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. motorjoe650
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    '81 maxim 650, heated jacket liner?

    So, i've been riding my 81 maxim 650 for a while now and the cold is finally starting to get to me. I'm looking at a four hour ride on the...
    Thread by: motorjoe650, Oct 28, 2009, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. motorjoe650
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    Oil Filter bolt stuck!! Need Help!

    Thanks Everybody, I'm heading back home this weekend and i'll be able to try some of these options. Thanks for all of the help. I'll let you...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Apr 8, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. motorjoe650
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    Oil Filter bolt stuck!! Need Help!

    I own a 1981 Yamaha Maxim XJ650. It's been running great and i've slowly been fixing it up. A short while ago i decided to change the oil, when...
    Thread by: motorjoe650, Apr 5, 2009, 35 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. motorjoe650
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    81 XJ650 Maxim Luggage rack problem, help please?

    The two mounting points on the luggage rack are about 10" apart.
    Post by: motorjoe650, Nov 15, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. motorjoe650
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    81 XJ650 Maxim Luggage rack problem, help please?

    I don't think it's an XS rack, i've compared it to other pictures of my bike with it attached and it appears to be the exact same rack. I'm...
    Post by: motorjoe650, Nov 15, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. motorjoe650
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    XJ650 PARTS... RIGHT HERE HAVE EVERYTHING

    I'm looking for the spacers and bolts to attach the stock luggage rack to my 81 xj650 maxim, do ya have those?
    Post by: motorjoe650, Nov 14, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  34. motorjoe650
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    81 XJ650 Maxim Luggage rack problem, help please?

    I'm the owner of a 1981 Yamaha maxim xj650 and i've been riding it for the last 5 years and really enjoyed it. I recently purchased a luggage...
    Thread by: motorjoe650, Nov 14, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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