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  1. nkavanau
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    Ontario M1 exam, eye test Question

    Here you go. Hope it helps calm her nerves. Vision Standards - Class G and M: •A visual acuity as measured by Snellen Rating that is not...
    Post by: nkavanau, Jun 12, 2011 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  2. nkavanau
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    exhuast pipes

    The part is the muffler damper. It is the same for all 3 1982 XJ750 models. Thought I'd add that since you didn't specify Yamaha part #...
    Post by: nkavanau, Jun 8, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. nkavanau
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    OEM vs. Brembo

    Wamaxim, ignore that, just realised your in the Vancouver south of the 49th.
    Post by: nkavanau, Jun 8, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  4. nkavanau
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    OEM vs. Brembo

    Was the adapter a purchase, or did you fab them yourself? Love the look.. Wamaxim, Wester Motorsports in Langley or Imperial mototcycles in...
    Post by: nkavanau, Jun 8, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. nkavanau
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    gps holder?

    Here is what I use. I'm just too darn lazy make one myself. Found it on Ebay. Water resistant, battery back up and just attaches to the bars,...
    Post by: nkavanau, Jun 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. nkavanau
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    Brake Master Cylinder: Rebuild or replace?

    Just rebuild it. It's a lot cheaper than buying a new one (if you can find one).
    Post by: nkavanau, Apr 1, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. nkavanau
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    Won't Start? Get Smart!

    Had me laughing , till I looked it up and found it was lagit. Great product name.. :)
    Post by: nkavanau, Mar 23, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. nkavanau
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    Dee's 1986 Maxim-X 750 with Mods

    3 words come to mind.....Sweet, Sweet, Sweet Honestly one of the nicest I've seen..
    Post by: nkavanau, Sep 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. nkavanau
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    who can identify this light bulb?

    According to their web page: Atlanta Imported Auto Parts was founded in the late 1970s and we've been in our current location at 257 Dekalb...
    Post by: nkavanau, Aug 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. nkavanau
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    ? about the Stainless lines.

    Probably 5 to 7 years.
    Post by: nkavanau, Jul 5, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. nkavanau
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    front brakes

    Are you 100 % sure it is the front brakes? Have you tried popping out the pads and seeing if it still persists? Or lifting the front tire off...
    Post by: nkavanau, Jul 5, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. nkavanau
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    Signals and Johnny Law

    No need to use white out to paint DOT on the back. In my neck of the woods you can buy fake stickers that look just like the original. In BC...
    Post by: nkavanau, Jun 23, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. nkavanau
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    beef'n up displacement!!!??

    Here are a couple of side by sides. Both 81's. The 750's bore is 2 mm greater. Aslo a totally different stroke, so different crank. Think you...
    Post by: nkavanau, Jun 16, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. nkavanau
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    Vancouver / Lower Mainland Ride

    Hi guys. It was a pleasure meeting both of you today. Look forward to getting together again Hopefully we can have some sun for the next one..
    Post by: nkavanau, May 30, 2010 in forum: Western US and Canada
  15. nkavanau
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    Vancouver / Lower Mainland Ride

    See yu there..
    Post by: nkavanau, May 28, 2010 in forum: Western US and Canada
  16. nkavanau
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    Front Brake Resvoir????

    Just had the same problem with mine. Drilled a small pilot hole , then took a drill large enough to take off the screwnhead. Pulled the top off...
    Post by: nkavanau, May 25, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. nkavanau
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    Spark Plug replacement

    I'd already been over to Maximum's site, but it seemed a little unclear. Anyway, went with the Iridium plug, so will see what happens. Thanks for...
    Post by: nkavanau, May 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. nkavanau
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    Spark Plug replacement

    Does the Iradium plug increase the resistance? Since the coils etc are stock, don't want to risk causing any issues.
    Post by: nkavanau, May 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. nkavanau
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    Spark Plug replacement

    Probably a silly question, but....What is the recommended plug for the 85 Maxim-x? :?:
    Thread by: nkavanau, May 11, 2010, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. nkavanau
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    Master cylinder and brake switch need time apart

    Thanks Wizard, easy as ...., Now to rebuild t it..
    Post by: nkavanau, May 5, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. nkavanau
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    Master cylinder and brake switch need time apart

    Hi all.. Well, the beast is just about finished and ready to go.... except for the front brakes.....Now, I'm almost embarrased to ask this...
    Thread by: nkavanau, May 5, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. nkavanau
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    Passenger Advice

    Exactly as scharr said. I had a few issues with my better half fighting turns for the first while. I finally just had her hold on tight around...
    Post by: nkavanau, Apr 14, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. nkavanau
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    Vancouver / Lower Mainland Ride

    Oh yeah, even wrote in pen so I can't change it. Can't wait.. :)
    Post by: nkavanau, Apr 13, 2010 in forum: Western US and Canada
  24. nkavanau
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    1985 maxim x 700 partout

    Hey Fuzzodarkness, Any chance you still have the ignition (with key), and the helmet lock? If so, how much, Shiipng would be to Vancouver, BC,...
    Post by: nkavanau, Apr 13, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  25. nkavanau
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    83 XJ900 on Craigs..

    :( If anyone on the west coast is looking for a winter project. Wish I had the room, but it's not to be.....
    Thread by: nkavanau, Dec 9, 2009, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  26. nkavanau
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    For sale

    Where are you located? Might be useful to know?
    Post by: nkavanau, Nov 30, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    how in the world do you remove the caliper piston?!?!?!?!?

    Hey Scooter, If the pistons are that hard to get out, the seals are not going to be salvagable. Get the caliper rebuild kits and do it properly,...
    Post by: nkavanau, Nov 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. nkavanau
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    Muffler Baffling, Why?

    When you compare the number of kilometers (for those of us North of the 49th) ridden by cagers, which is estimated at an average of 25,000 KM per...
    Post by: nkavanau, Nov 17, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  29. nkavanau
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    Muffler Baffling, Why?

    No exhaust equals pissed neighbours, and no back pressure equals reduced performance and possible burned valves. As Skippy344 stated, the...
    Post by: nkavanau, Nov 17, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    rear shocks for sale

    If you still have them, I'll take em, Neil :)
    Post by: nkavanau, Nov 13, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  31. nkavanau
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    Suggestions for rebuilding an XJ700 block

    If my refference material is correct, the bore and stroke on the XJ700N should be as follows. (bore 65.0, stroke 52.4). That being the case,...
    Post by: nkavanau, Nov 12, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    rear shocks for sale

    Are they 13" by chance
    Post by: nkavanau, Nov 10, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    XJ700x heads vs XJ750X heads

    OK, now I think I made an error on that assumption. Wouldn't it be the crankshaft that dictates the stroke, and not the con rods? Wouldn't it...
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. nkavanau
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    XJ700x heads vs XJ750X heads

    Thanks guys. You are correct on the bore, they are both he same. XJ750X Bore x Stroke: 68.0 x 51.6 mm XJ700X Bore x Stroke: 68.0 x 48.0 mm...
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. nkavanau
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    Help Help! Stuck pistons in disc brakes!

    OK, so not a huge problem. There are probably going to be lots of other suggestions, but here is what I have done in this situation. Get a pair...
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. nkavanau
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    XJ700x heads vs XJ750X heads

    Can the XJ700x heads be used on the XJ750x motor? I know the bore and stroke are different, but not sure about the heads. Want to rebuild a spare...
    Thread by: nkavanau, Oct 22, 2009, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. nkavanau
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    1981 xj550 cafe racer SOLD

    Hey mrkil. I tend to be a purist at heart (at leasta s far as the XJ's go), but damm, that is one of the nicest cafe conversions I've seen. Cant...
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 22, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  38. nkavanau
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    Engine Issue

    Might be able to get most of it off with a soda blaster. I haven't tried it on a motor, but can't see why it wouldn't work. Here are a few links...
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 21, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    breather cap

    No sure how that model would attach. As for riding without it, you will probably have a mess to clean up, so I wouldn't advise it. Any chance you...
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 18, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. nkavanau
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    Its time to find a solution..............maybe.

    I agree with SQL. Sounds like the coils. If it does it again, confirm there is or is not any spark. If not, try heating the coils directly and see...
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 18, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    breather cap

    OK, so the breather cap (The one on top) should have a valve inside as it is designed to allow excess fluid out. I know the cap on my bike can be...
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 17, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. nkavanau
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    breather cap

    Do you mean the cap broke, or it broke the stem on the pumpkin? If it is just the cap, you can find a new one. If it is the pumpkin, the they are...
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 17, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. nkavanau
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    front brake problem on 1982 XJ550

    Time to rebuild the Master..
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 16, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. nkavanau
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    Dial in those jets??

    Thanks for the inputs guys. Maybe I'll put it on the bottom of my to do list and try it if the finances hold out. Really not crazy about having to...
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  45. nkavanau
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    Polished front brake assembly and shocks

    Check your PM.. Thanks
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 15, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  46. nkavanau
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    Dial in those jets??

    Sooooooooo, any other opinions??
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 14, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  47. nkavanau
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    Dial in those jets??

    The theory sounds solid enough. Run it on the lean side and adjust up to what you need. Sounds a lot simpler than ripping out the carbs and trying...
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 14, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Dial in those jets??

    Came across this while looking for a few other items. Looks like a great solution to re-jetting, or trying to find that perfect setup. Has anyone...
    Thread by: nkavanau, Oct 14, 2009, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    NOLOGY ignition coils

    Was wondering if anyone is familiar with the ProFire ignition coils by NOLOGY? Mostly interested because of the size. According to them, they are...
    Thread by: nkavanau, Oct 13, 2009, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. nkavanau
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    What do you think of this deal?

    Awsome deal. Believe me, you won't regret it. Now, if the seat is original, and the backrest says Maxim X on it, have it vacume sealed and put it...
    Post by: nkavanau, Oct 10, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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