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  1. brianf408
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    Saddle bags

    Do you have a pic of your brackets to hold the boxes on? I'm picking up a set of almost the exact same boxes for my bike. Are those the...
    Post by: brianf408, Aug 21, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    4-1 header cheap craigslist find

    I'm going to try to polish out what I can since most of it is just on the surface. If not then I'll sandblast it and have it powdercoated by a...
    Post by: brianf408, Sep 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    4-1 header cheap craigslist find

    Got this header and muffler for $25. As you can see it's a little rough, but nothing some cleaning and polishing can't fix. Anyone have any...
    Thread by: brianf408, Sep 21, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Guages for an XS650 on my '82 XJ550?

    I actually just put one of those on my bike about a month ago, works perfectly. Be prepared to do a little wiring though for the lights and such....
    Post by: brianf408, May 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Cylinder 3 stumbling at off-idle

    Ok I'd sorted out most of the weird running issues on my bike, but I still have one cylinder stumbling with the throttle just barely open. I...
    Thread by: brianf408, Apr 29, 2010, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Switching from "cafe" to more bobber inspired, progress pics

    Re: Switching from "cafe" to more bobber inspired, progress Thanks guys. I really like the clubmans mounted like that, looks cool and seems like...
    Post by: brianf408, Apr 24, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. brianf408
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    Switching from "cafe" to more bobber inspired, progress pics

    Re: Switching from "cafe" to more bobber inspired, progress Sorry no updates for a while. Got the new MikesXS speedo on, otherwise just been...
    Post by: brianf408, Apr 24, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. brianf408
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    Switching from "cafe" to more bobber inspired, progress pics

    Re: Switching from "cafe" to more bobber inspired, progress I cut the rear springs to lower it, cut about an inch off of them so the bike is...
    Post by: brianf408, Apr 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Switching from "cafe" to more bobber inspired, progress pics

    Sat back and looked long and hard at this bike, and decided it is much more suited to a bobber/chopper inspired look than the cafe look. Plus...
    Thread by: brianf408, Mar 31, 2010, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    My take on a PVC intake...

    That's what I was thinking, that's right where my thigh would want to be. I'm thinking of making a PVC intake, except have the inlet under the...
    Post by: brianf408, Mar 25, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Welding mufflers on today, opinions before cutting please

    Re: Welding mufflers on today, opinions before cutting pleas They're hanging on the stock brackets. The mufflers each have 2 knobs that are...
    Post by: brianf408, Mar 21, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Stumbled across this Maxim online...inspiration for my bike

    I definitely agree, I think any bike needs to be legally and practically rideable. I don't have turn signals but am definitely keeping all...
    Post by: brianf408, Mar 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. brianf408
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    This is just wrong....

    Same thing here in Kansas City, 65 yesterday, even rode the bike to work. Today there's almost 6 inches of snow and it's still snowing. At least...
    Post by: brianf408, Mar 20, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Stumbled across this Maxim online...inspiration for my bike

    Lol sorry, just didn't appreciate the repost police in here. And yes, thank you for agreeing the bike is nice :D Now do I really want to...
    Post by: brianf408, Mar 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Bonehead alert - is there some protocol for naming bikes?

    Re: Bonehead alert - is there some protocol for naming bikes I call my bike Mary, which is my wife's name. That way I can just tell everyone how...
    Post by: brianf408, Mar 20, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Stumbled across this Maxim online...inspiration for my bike

    Reduce clutter? Just like the 20 other threads about forward controls, changing handlebars, and Sportster mufflers? Thanks for showing how big...
    Post by: brianf408, Mar 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Stumbled across this Maxim online...inspiration for my bike

    Ok after putting a few thousand miles on my Maxim since last July, I've been getting inspired to change a few things, and go a different...
    Thread by: brianf408, Mar 20, 2010, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Welding mufflers on today, opinions before cutting please

    Ok, so I put some sportster mufflers on the bike last year. I used a 1.5 to 1.75 inch pipe adapter, slipped it into the mufflers and slipped that...
    Thread by: brianf408, Mar 19, 2010, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Engine heater?

    Are you running an in-line fuel filter? My bike took forever to start cold, I changed my filter, even though I was still getting fuel thru the...
    Post by: brianf408, Mar 8, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Mounted and balanced my new rear tire, started measuring and marking where I'm going to chop and re-weld my Sportster mufflers.
    Post by: brianf408, Mar 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    First ride of the season today!

    Sweet. I took my first ride Saturday...then again Monday and yesterday went for a long ride with a buddy. Still a little chilly out, but might...
    Post by: brianf408, Mar 3, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    JUST IN---1981 XJ750 for parts! What do you need??

    You have a pm!
    Post by: brianf408, Feb 26, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    83 SECA 650 Cafe Project

    I have to say something too, I read your build archive on that bike and it inspired pretty much most the work I'm going to do with my bike....
    Post by: brianf408, Feb 26, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    XJ ans XS 650 tank/seat differences?

    Ok, quick question, couldn't find the answer searching. Would the tank from an XS 650 fit an XJ 650 Maxim? Both are 1980 models. Found a guy...
    Thread by: brianf408, Feb 25, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Idea for custom Maxim headlight...any thoughts?

    Sorry, it's a 1980 Maxim 650. Leaning a little more towards the cafe/ratted out styling, has clubman bars, no turns, going to get a different...
    Post by: brianf408, Feb 24, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Idea for custom Maxim headlight...any thoughts?

    I know fogs aren't ideal for night riding, but I'm very seldom out at night, and always in-town with other riders if I am. Plus the Dominators...
    Post by: brianf408, Feb 23, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Idea for custom Maxim headlight...any thoughts?

    Ok, I don't have any pictures to describe what I'm thinking here. The stock headlight on my Maxim is just awful, the brackets are bent up,...
    Thread by: brianf408, Feb 23, 2010, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Wanted: Exhaust for Maxim 650 near Kansas City

    Looking for an exhaust setup for my 650. One of my header tubes has a nasty hole in it. I'd like to spend no more than $50 on it, and don't...
    Thread by: brianf408, Feb 15, 2010, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Cafe style bars for a 81 xj550 seca

    Haha yeah it leaks around the gas cap. The previous owner had dropped something on the tank and put a huge dent in the top, and tried to fix it...
    Post by: brianf408, Jan 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Cafe style bars for a 81 xj550 seca

    I went with the Bikemaster clubman bar. No clearance issues, but I need to re-route my clutch cable and get a shorter brake line. Would...
    Post by: brianf408, Jan 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    How to know your limits

    Just won't wimp out about the bike like a buddy of mine did. Bought a brand new Honda Shadow in 2008, put about 1000 miles on it then took a...
    Post by: brianf408, Jan 15, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Question about my battery

    Ha I thought of that after I posted. I've got a couple things I'm going to try tomorrow that I think will kick it down a couple amps....
    Post by: brianf408, Jan 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Question about my battery

    Ok another question. The only charger I have is a 4 amp car battery charger, which seems like too many amps to charge my bike battery with. To...
    Post by: brianf408, Jan 5, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. brianf408
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    Time to peel off the 30 year old shoes. Advice please.

    I just took the Cheng Shings off my bike, I HATED those tires. The front was knobby almost like a dirt bike tire and would pull with every little...
    Post by: brianf408, Jan 4, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Question about my battery

    Firstly, it's an Everlast battery that came with the bike, and I've done zero maintenance on it... My battery has been giving me issues for the...
    Thread by: brianf408, Jan 4, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    If you could own any five motorcycles that are not Xj's...?

    Re: If you could own any five motorcycles that are not Xj's. Unlike most of the other posts on here, my dream garage is full of new bikes. As...
    Post by: brianf408, Dec 30, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What vehicles did you have before?

    Had a few for being a 25 year old fellow, but here's the list in order: 1996 Ford Ranger 1994 Toyota Celica ST 1999 Pontiac Grand Am 1992...
    Post by: brianf408, Dec 30, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Other than your bike what do you drive?

    I think I've mentioned this before, but I also have a Celica of this body style: [img] 99 Celica GT. 2nd owner, has almost 160k and given me...
    Post by: brianf408, Dec 30, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Who hasn't put their bike to bed yet?

    rode it about a week ago, but since then it's been about 40 and rainy, with some snow last night. Doesn't look like she'll be out for a while,...
    Post by: brianf408, Nov 17, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Sportster Exhaust

    The PO gave me Sportster mufflers when I bought the bike. I don't know what year they were off of, but they had crossover openings on the side....
    Post by: brianf408, Nov 3, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Going more "cafe racer" style - now my progress thread!

    Thanks for the compliments! Yeah, I had to move the forks back a bit for the clubmans. Definitely want some bar end mirrors, just need some...
    Post by: brianf408, Oct 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Better to winterize or just start her up now and then?

    I'm in the same situation, most the time my garage is around 50-60 degrees. We still get those freak 60 degree days all winter that I can ride...
    Post by: brianf408, Oct 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cafe Racer Discussion

    PipeDreams, sounds like you're pretty closed-minded. People can modify their bikes to be whatever they want them to be. I'm going a little bit...
    Post by: brianf408, Oct 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Bad way to start a week...can this be fixed?

    The exact same thing happened to me on the way to work the other day. Tach started whining really bad, next thing I know the needle is broken...
    Post by: brianf408, Oct 13, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. brianf408
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    Average age of the xj'r

    25, bike is older than me at almost 30.
    Post by: brianf408, Oct 7, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Going more "cafe racer" style - now my progress thread!

    They can go lock to lock, the choke lever hits the tank just a little. Used my stock master cylinder and everything, had to adjust the clutch and...
    Post by: brianf408, Oct 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Going more "cafe racer" style - now my progress thread!

    Got the clubmans on today. Took a short ride this evening, then braved the cold for a ride tonight. It's like a totally different machine with...
    Post by: brianf408, Sep 30, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Going more "cafe racer" style - now my progress thread!

    Sweet, I think I've seen you post on 6gc.net. I'm on my 4th Celica, no matter what I own I always come back to the 6gc. On the bike, I'm...
    Post by: brianf408, Sep 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  49. brianf408
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    Going more "cafe racer" style - now my progress thread!

    Small update. Lowered the headlight and gauges the other night. Bars estimated to be here Monday. [img] look closely and you'll see my...
    Post by: brianf408, Sep 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    "Man Journey" Cleveland, OH to San Francisco, CA

    Wow this is just even more encouragement for me and my buddies to ride from KC to the west coast next summer. And maybe we'll incorporate vodka...
    Post by: brianf408, Sep 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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