If you want to look at the lighter side of dent pulling check out Ichiban Moto on youtube [MEDIA] - this guy is hysterical. But do check out some...
First off I would like to thank broberg for posting his color scheme. Here are some pics of my tank and side covers.[ATTACH][ATTACH] I found out...
Thanks for the color reference. Just finished my xj650 in that scheme. I will post some photos in another thread soon.
I did a search on this but did not find any help there. What type of luggage(bags, racks etc) will fit on my 650 Maxim? I would like to do...
I am sort of shocked that no one has replied to you. 8O Good luck with your hobby bike. Did the bike wobble before you did the rear end...
That tank looks sweeeeet!!!
I am impressed! I know of no other company that performs a weekly shipment report to verify order accuracy. Good job Len.
Good evening all, Recently I had to recommission a gas powered air compressor. I was discussing the how bad the fuel lines, tank, and carb had...
I have a 550 maxim triple tree and forks that are not needed.
Hey Maryland riders, lets get together for a ride "down the ocean hon"!
Hey Rick, Since joining this forum I have felt like this is one giant world wide family. And like a family when one of its members are down we...
Been looking for a backrest for some time if either still have on please pm me.
Thanks all, The problem is solved :)
Hey all, Yesterday one of my cats jumped onto my keyboard and the font size just about tripled. I have a small notepad and this is making reading...
I have been searching through many different sites looking for info on rust removal also. The least destructive and least toxic method I have...
Good eye Fitz, I did not look it over that closely.
Was looking for some parts on Ebay and came across this http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Yamaha-X ... ea05#v4-42 Very nice looking build!
Oops, Its an 82 650 Maxim.
Did the same thing on Monday morning myself. I went down on my left side with the bike on top of me. Hurt my left pinky and bruised my left shin....
Hi all, I have been looking for a passenger back support/sissy bar for my 82 Maxim for a while. I contacted one member who said he had one...
Thanks for the advise all.
Hi all, I plan to ride to work (55 miles one way, speeds to 65 mph+) as much as possible this winter. I live in Maryland and our winters can be...
Thanks for the info. I may have to replace the seat latch to keep it in place. The two square posts seem to have rounded off a bit.
I just bought a 82 Maxim 650 (will post some picks later) and the seat pan is plastic. My question is is this normal for these bikes?
I have two thoughts on this. First I woould put the petcock in the prime position and see if you have the same issue. I think that would tell...
I have had this bike for about 4 years now and have just started working on it. My son thought he was helping by rebuilding the carbs for me and...
Hi Everyone, I do not know if this is the proper forum to post this in but, I have been reading through these forums and image size seems to be...
I found my answer on the Bikebandit site. I removed the clutch lever and there is a spot for a switch. The switch is missing. I will PM Chacal to...
They are B/W and B. I have been looking at my Clymer manual and find any such connector.
When I bought my 1981 550 Seca, it had a two wire lead that had been pulled out of something on the left side of my handle bar. I have taken the...
Does anyone know if there is a toe - heel shifter available for a 1981 XJ550?
Thanks RangerG, If one picture is worth a thousand words - three pictures are better than gold. Seriously, great photos.
Hi all, I have an 81 XJ550 Seca and am in the process of rebuilding my carbs. I have read the In The Church of Clean article and Bench sync...
