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  1. xj550
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    Saskatoon, SK Rider

    Awesome! I suppose i should update my profile. Ive moved out of sk a few years ago.
    Post by: xj550, Sep 15, 2015 in forum: Western US and Canada
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    1985 maxim x 750 exhaust?

    I bit the bullet and ordered from chacal. I can't wait to get my shipment!
    Post by: xj550, Jul 9, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. xj550
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    Calgary Alberta

    I'm new to calgary but my 1985 maxim x 750 made the move with me. Getting a few new parts then it's oop time. I can't wait to ride it again....
    Post by: xj550, Jul 8, 2014 in forum: Western US and Canada
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    1985 maxim x 750 exhaust?

    Yup, that's the problem. I'm thinking of using sportster mufflers for the time being. Any comments or suggestions?
    Post by: xj550, Jul 6, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 maxim x 750 exhaust?

    where on earth can i get two mufflers and the collector box covers?
    Thread by: xj550, Jul 6, 2014, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    85 maxim x parts for sale.

    i'm interested in the mufflers and collector. any pics? how's the rust?
    Post by: xj550, Apr 16, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    1985 maxim x 750 valve tick

    I have a manual thanks but was finding it a little vague. That's when I come to a great forum. I got the cams out. The sprockets have to be slid...
    Post by: xj550, Jun 20, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 maxim x 750 valve tick

    Okay, I got past that point. Next I have to remove the camshafts. I seems that there is still too much tension in the chain to lift the camshafts...
    Post by: xj550, Jun 20, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 maxim x 750 valve tick

    Well I finally got into my bike. I swore I read that someone did this without removing the carbs to get at the cam chain tensioner. What's the...
    Post by: xj550, Jun 20, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. xj550
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    Maxim x valve train noise

    I'm very interested in your further findings. I have the same bike with the same symptoms.
    Post by: xj550, Jun 9, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. xj550
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    1985 maxim x 750 ignition coils

    Thanks for the tip with the meter. I didn't know that. I'll check again when I get home next week. I didn't check the secondaries as I couldn't...
    Post by: xj550, May 16, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 maxim x 750 ignition coils

    Someone has to know this. What does the primary windings do and what does the secondary windings do?
    Post by: xj550, May 15, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 maxim x 750 ignition coils

    I did some poking around on the internet and found an equation to calculate the increase in resistance with the increase in room temp. It seems...
    Post by: xj550, May 15, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 maxim x 750 ignition coils

    Hello. My bike has become hard to start so i started digging. Both ignition coil primary winds are 3.5 or 3.6 ohms at room temp of 24 celcius. My...
    Thread by: xj550, May 14, 2013, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. xj550
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    1985 maxim x 750 valve tick

    Yes this is the engine with five valves per cylinder. I have loved it until now.
    Post by: xj550, Jan 1, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 maxim x 750 valve tick

    Hello all. It has been a while since I have been on here as I have been putting a few miles on the ol' girl. There are about 22000kms on it now....
    Thread by: xj550, Jan 1, 2013, 27 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. xj550
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    My "new" Maxim X

    I've always like that blue color. Does anyone know the code for it?
    Post by: xj550, Apr 22, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. xj550
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    After reading throw Len's catalog again it looks like I have the original as it mentions a screw and washer.
    Post by: xj550, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 Clutch cover removal

    Yup same bolts. I thought it was odd that the bike had a newer clutch when everything else was original, right down the the tires. Thanks.
    Post by: xj550, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 Clutch cover removal

    Wouldn't it be sweet if we organized a meet one summer and we could put a face to all these aviators!
    Post by: xj550, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 Clutch cover removal

    Thanks a lot bigfitz52. These have no flared head. It's a bolt with a washer. I will get replacements. The wafer bearing looks in great...
    Post by: xj550, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 Clutch cover removal

    Re: 1985 Maxim X 750 Clutch cover removal Here is some info on my problem from another thread. http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=35930.html...
    Post by: xj550, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 Clutch cover removal

    What's the rod in the middle of the picture for? It is geared from the starter by the looks of it.
    Post by: xj550, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 Clutch cover removal

    All the friction and metal plates are in the same condition.
    Post by: xj550, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 Clutch cover removal

    Another angle.
    Post by: xj550, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. xj550
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    1985 Clutch cover removal

    This is what it looked like the first time I removed the clutch cover.
    Post by: xj550, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 Clutch cover removal

    I figured it out! There is a bolt behind the gear which has its own access cover.
    Post by: xj550, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 Clutch cover removal

    I had posted in my other thread and wasn't getting any responses to my new question, so here it goes. I can't seem to be able to get the clutch...
    Thread by: xj550, Apr 17, 2012, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    I know this is long overdue but I am finally getting my hands dirty, or trying to. I can't seem to be able to get the clutch cover off. I...
    Post by: xj550, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    Hey guys, I'm ordering my parts now from Len, along with a service manual, and am confused what bearing to order. This was taken from his...
    Post by: xj550, Apr 10, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Maxim X Fan switch

    Len has them for $50. I got one a month ago.
    Post by: xj550, Mar 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cooling fan question

    Does anyone know at what point on the temp gauge is the cooling fan suppose to come on? 1985 maxim x 750 Canadian edition.
    Thread by: xj550, Mar 15, 2012, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    I did a well diserved oil change and the problem has seem to have disappeared. Odd?
    Post by: xj550, Mar 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    He is an aircraft mechanic and tinkers on his 84 klr so I can't rag on him too much. Haha. Thank you for clearing it up. I'm still learning.
    Post by: xj550, Mar 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    It is only difficult to shift from first to second and third to second.
    Post by: xj550, Mar 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    xj750 transmission

    Is there any update with this? My 81 maxim 550 had six gears.
    Post by: xj550, Mar 14, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  37. xj550
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    I have done some talking with a mechanic friend and he is thinking the second gear synchro is shot. Any ideas with this. To replace this does it...
    Post by: xj550, Mar 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    I quickly went thought the post bigfitz did up on a 550 clutch, very nice by the way. What is the differences with my canadian 1985 maxim x 750?
    Post by: xj550, Mar 10, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. xj550
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    Awesome. Thank you greatly.
    Post by: xj550, Mar 9, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. xj550
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    I will definitely have a look. Am I looking for just a worn bearing? Does anyone have any pictures to help me out? I don't have a manual yet but...
    Post by: xj550, Mar 9, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    Thanks for the advice. I will change the oil when I get home next week and see if the symptoms change. If not it is time to get oily. Where would...
    Post by: xj550, Mar 8, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    Yes this is for my Canadian 1985 maxim x 750. It acts the same hot or cold. I am unsure of what oil was used by the previous owner but will be...
    Post by: xj550, Mar 8, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Second gear is tricky to shift into

    Ever since I bought the bike second gear has been tricky to shift into. Tricky as in it wants to kick the shift pedal away. I went through this...
    Thread by: xj550, Mar 5, 2012, 31 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Tank badges for 85 MX

    Very nice bike man. I recently found myself an '85 maxim x 750. If you don't mind me asking, what brand of windshield is that?
    Post by: xj550, Mar 5, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I finished up installing new stainless front brake lines. With a newly rebuilt MC and calipers I can't wait for spring to come!
    Post by: xj550, Mar 5, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    The machine is winning, dammit. (brake bleeding)

    Agreed! I used this method today as well and had my newly rebuild master cylinder, new stainless lines, and rebuild calipers full of fluid and...
    Post by: xj550, Mar 5, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Rattle Can Q & A's

    I am painting my master cylinder with caliper paint in a rattle can and was wondering if I should clear coat it. Thoughts?
    Post by: xj550, Feb 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Lubrication on a new speedo cable

    These instructions are much appreciated! Thank you! Sticky in the FAQ?
    Post by: xj550, Feb 13, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Help with caliper piston

    Well right after I made the previous post I tried it again and it worked! Question though, what is the best way to clean all the grease out of...
    Post by: xj550, Feb 8, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Help with caliper piston

    Hey guys, I am rebuilding my calipers off my 1985 maxim 750x and the above grease method isn't working. I can't get enough grease in behind the...
    Post by: xj550, Feb 8, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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