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    Carb Sync YICS Tool

    I got mine all sync'd using the YICS tool that I bought off ebay. The instructions for using the tool say that it can be left in ! So, I left it...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Mar 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Video of mine on the dyno

    Its a really good friend of mine that has the dyno. He did the run purely so i can guage its smoothness compared to what it was like before. 10...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Mar 13, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Video of mine on the dyno

    It was running really badly actually, it was totally out of balance. I chopped the exhaust off just behind the footpeg and inserted a modified...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Mar 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Single Seat

    Looking for a single seat conversion. Cant be bothered with all the messing around making one myself so im wondering whats available. Would...
    Thread by: sausage-fingers, Mar 11, 2010, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    New xj owner with a lil prob

    Mine was the same. I dismantled my starter switch and cleaned the contacts with a bit of emery cloth. never had a problem since.
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Mar 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Video of mine on the dyno

    Well, is been a while since I was on here. Loads of work done over winter, but only essential stuff because ive had a pay cut :( Managed to...
    Thread by: sausage-fingers, Mar 11, 2010, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    UK based owners

    Well ive decided Im gonna sell mine. Gonna have a brand new bike early in the new year, so if anyone wants a half decent 550, let me know, loads...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Oct 6, 2009 in forum: Other
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    My XJ550 Project - Old Skool, New Roolz

    Thanks mate. I didnt bother with the bar end indicators simply because it would cause problems for me later on with my other plans. The...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jul 31, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    My XJ550 Project - Old Skool, New Roolz

    Some pics of my tinkering and meddling so far: [img][/img] [img][/img] [img][/img] [img] Note the lack of exhaust silencer !! - sounds...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jul 31, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Nightmare Electrical Problems

    Everything is sorted now. It was a bad earth !
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jul 31, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Factory air box versus non-K&N pods

    Ive just done a few mods to my 81 XJ550. Ive totally removed the airbox and fitted some K&N Type filters. The space where the airbox once lived...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jul 31, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    engine wont crank using start button, unless.....

    Ive just thought..... I fitted a new set of black bars. Ive loosened them slightly, wobbled them about a bit, in case the switches are earthed...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jul 26, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    engine wont crank using start button, unless.....

    I have got the exact same problems. Start switch is clean, continuity is good. Safety Relay clicks when ignition is turned on. Starter...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jul 26, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Nightmare Electrical Problems

    The relay is located under the fuel tank in between the coils. everything seems OK with it so far as I can tell.
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jul 23, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Nightmare Electrical Problems

    Ive just converted my xj550 to a twin headlight setup and ditched the indicators for some very small ones. Unfortunately the bike no longer...
    Thread by: sausage-fingers, Jul 23, 2009, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    UK based owners

    Are there many british XJ Owners and if so, is there a UK meet/rally at all?
    Thread by: sausage-fingers, Jul 11, 2009, 192 replies, in forum: Other
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    Wanted - Yamaha Front Strap

    Does anyone have the chromed plastic front strap with the YAMAHA name that is mounted just below the headlight. I also need the caps that screw...
    Thread by: sausage-fingers, Jul 11, 2009, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    HOW TO: Change your fork seals

    Is this procedure the same as on the XJ550? Mine are very weak so I need to re-oil. What oil do you use, and what quantity in each damper?...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jul 10, 2009 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
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    broken exhaust stud HELP!!

    If there is any stud sticking out, or if it is flush, you can weld a nut to the top of the broken stud. Failing that, heat the stud until it is...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jul 8, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Replacement Swing Arm?

    Ive decided to do the full monty on the bike, and need to do something with the rear end. I need to try and source a different swing arm that...
    Thread by: sausage-fingers, Jul 4, 2009, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    YICS Tool - Leave it in?

    Thanks for the advice. The instructions that came with the tool do state that it can be left in, thats why I questioned it as it did seem a...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jul 4, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Mikuni Carb Identification

    I need to order some new parts for my carbs, but I do not know what type or model the Mikuni Carbs are for the XJ550, can anyone help please?...
    Thread by: sausage-fingers, Jul 3, 2009, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    My XJ550 Project - Old Skool, New Roolz

    Here are a few bits and pieces that interest me for the mods: Twin Headlight Bar End Indicators Brake Discs (Rotors) Ive ordered the...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jun 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Some of my pictures

    I did a stoppie once completely by accident on my FZ6. It hurt Alot
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jun 23, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Just a note to say Thanks !

    As it says, a big Thank you from me. With information gathered from this forum, Ive managed to totally strip the carbs, fault find, remedy, put...
    Thread by: sausage-fingers, Jun 23, 2009, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    YICS Tool - Leave it in?

    Well, ive checked in my bits and pieces at work and apparently, the Viton O Rings can take temps upto 400 degrees Celsius, so in theory, they...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jun 23, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    My XJ550 Project - Old Skool, New Roolz

    Thanks for that. Ive looked at the ET Wave Headlight, and although it looks OK, its not what Im looking for. I really want a pair of separate...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jun 23, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    YICS Tool - Leave it in?

    Ive just taken delivery of a brand new YICS Tool. The instructions state that you can leave it in the bike......is this true? What are the...
    Thread by: sausage-fingers, Jun 22, 2009, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    My XJ550 Project - Old Skool, New Roolz

    Ive decided that I need to do something with the bike. Ive sat and thought about it and have come to the conclusion that the project needs to...
    Thread by: sausage-fingers, Jun 21, 2009, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Wanted - 81 550 calipers

    So far as I can gather, the front wheel is correct. It is a "Parallel Import" having been brought into the UK from "wherever" in 1997. The...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jun 9, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Wanted - 81 550 calipers

    I visited my local specialist on Saturday as I needed some new brake pads. Unfortunately, he has pointed out a rather worrying problem: My...
    Thread by: sausage-fingers, Jun 8, 2009, 3 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    NOT STARTING...PLEASE ADVISE!

    Thank you very much for the info. With your help I managed to find what my problem was; the vacuum tube was perished and wasn't making a good...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jun 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Are my intake rubbers any good? *Pics*

    I repaired mine using self amalgamating silicone tape. Its heat and fuel resistant and its cheap.
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jun 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    NOT STARTING...PLEASE ADVISE!

    Thats a very interesting point. Ive only just got my XJ and it was running a bit dog when I got it. Ive been tinkering a little and managed to...
    Post by: sausage-fingers, Jun 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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