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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Its not the first time its shown 68000km,s . But still going strong
    Post by: biggo, Feb 19, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Just returned from the NZ South Island for this years TT2000 long distance bike rally https://www.tt2000.org/index.html commu Rode some of the...
    Post by: biggo, Feb 18, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Frame thickness/diameter

    I had rust in exactly the same spot . I think its where the tube is joined in production. I cut carefully with a cutting disc back until I had...
    Post by: biggo, Jan 24, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Not been riding much ,But am booked on another long distance bike rally here in New Zealand . I am on oldest bike...
    Post by: biggo, Jan 2, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    I have been living with a misfire from Cold Start on No 2 cylinder for sometime . After about 30 seconds and I switch off choke it runs sweet . I...
    Post by: biggo, Jun 16, 2024 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Nice Autumn day yesterday and no work so great excuse to get out for a ride. Done a few hundred Km,s and checked fuel economy 18km/l not too bad ....
    Post by: biggo, Apr 17, 2024 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Nice day out for a ride . Autumn is now here in New Zealand . Nice Sculpture near a new expressway built in Kapiti . Welcomes[ATTACH] [ATTACH]...
    Post by: biggo, Mar 3, 2024 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Racetech emulator install - 750 Maxim

    I fitted the same on my XJ900 several years ago along with Ohlins shocks on the rear . Suspension is now much more compliant and dive on braking...
    Post by: biggo, Nov 12, 2023 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Hi they are Krauser panniers. I bought the kit over 30 year's ago in the UK. They do come up for sale the main panniers and fixing are fairly...
    Post by: biggo, Oct 14, 2023 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Had a nice ride out on Covid XJ today . I am just loving this bike :)[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Post by: biggo, Oct 12, 2023 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    With the Photo this time [ATTACH]
    Post by: biggo, Sep 30, 2023 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Out for a nice ride to Ocean Beach New Zealand .. The old girl going great :) [IMG]
    Post by: biggo, Sep 26, 2023 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Carbs cleaned out with New Ultrasonic cleaner today and re installed . [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Post by: biggo, Apr 25, 2023 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    I didn't take any photos of the repair being done . But we cut out the rusted portion then made a piece out of thin plate radiused a curve on it...
    Post by: biggo, Apr 22, 2023 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Hi Franz. I do have a spare frame but I cut out the rust a couple on mm,s either side of the rusted part and found that the rest of the tube was...
    Post by: biggo, Apr 21, 2023 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    With Photos this time . [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Post by: biggo, Apr 19, 2023 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    After a few Months of not doing much I spent the weekend re assembling my XJ900 . Just clean up and refit mainly. I did find some bad burnt...
    Post by: biggo, Apr 19, 2023 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    XJ900f ignition problems

    I had a similar issue then ended up being voltage drop through the loom . When I checked the voltage at ignition coils and TCI unit with bike...
    Post by: biggo, Jan 28, 2023 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Time to get out my other XJ900F. This one is a 1986 model I brought with me from UK. A friend of mine bought it brand new and I took it off him...
    Post by: biggo, Jan 7, 2023 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Tried another TCI unit and seems to run OK . I am also thinking about new ignition coils as they are nearly 40 years old. Going to put bike away...
    Post by: biggo, Jun 10, 2022 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Well I haven't been giving my XJ the love . Decided to take it for it Warrant of Fitness inspection last week as havnt used it for a few months...
    Post by: biggo, Apr 20, 2022 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Been in lockdown again here in NZ. Few jobs to do on the old girl . Slight fuel leak from No3 carb appeared to be float chamber gasket so off with...
    Post by: biggo, Sep 18, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Valve stem oil seals

    I have done it on cars before with pliers designed for pulling off seals. Refitted can normally be done with a snug fitting socket. I have heard...
    Post by: biggo, Aug 7, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve stem oil seals

    My valve stems seals are letting some oil past so going to replace them. Has anyone done them without removing the head? If so what method did...
    Thread by: biggo, Aug 4, 2021, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1983 Yamaha XJ900 pilot jet black rubber plugs

    Pictures of mine [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Post by: biggo, Jul 1, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1983 Yamaha XJ900 pilot jet black rubber plugs

    My UK new 1986 XJ900F had rubber plugs from new . I thought they were there to stop water collecting more than anything else
    Post by: biggo, Jul 1, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Planning to do an Iron Butt SS1600 ride on the old XJ :) Ride will be Winter Solstice ride on 21st June ( Winter in southern hemisphere ) I will...
    Post by: biggo, Jun 9, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Done just over 12000kms now since rebuild. Service time including valve clearances using the wire under the valve method :) , need to order some...
    Post by: biggo, Apr 26, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Any thoughts on Michelin Pilot ACTIVs for Seca 750?

    Used several sets on my XJ900 . Really like them good in all weathers and what I particulally like is that the rear keeps its shape really well...
    Post by: biggo, Apr 2, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] A local guy made me a nice sheepskin cover for the XJ Very comfy had one on my FJ1200 a few years ago .
    Post by: biggo, Apr 1, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Tyre Advice

    I have ordered a set of the new Michelin Road Classics for my XJ900 just worn out a set of BT-46,s which were good but always liked Michelin,s...
    Post by: biggo, Mar 25, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Yamaha Niken

    As well as my 2 XJ,s I have had a Yamaha 900 Tracer for 4 years now and looked at trading it as its done 50000kms. The bike has been great and I...
    Thread by: biggo, Feb 27, 2021, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Started of as a gimmick but raises money for Brest Cancer . Quite a tourist attraction but no foreign tourists allowed in while we are COVID free...
    Post by: biggo, Feb 25, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Bach home now after 4600 Km,s of great riding . A few pics from the Rally [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]...
    Post by: biggo, Feb 24, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Hard to choose. Great ride through haast pass this morning and I love Arthur's pass but Glenorcy rd always good. The south island is all...
    Post by: biggo, Feb 21, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    3000 kms so far. Epic roads lots of curves gravel roads too. XJ has been flawless. 500kms today then home the following day. Bike needs to a good...
    Post by: biggo, Feb 21, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Hi Brent. Always found the XJ comfortable on long rides . My plan for Rally at the end of the week is about 500 kms on Friday then 1100 kms on...
    Post by: biggo, Feb 16, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Done a few more thousand kms. and worn out my tyres. Fitted set of BT46. Very pleased with them so off on a motorcycle rally later in the week to...
    Post by: biggo, Feb 15, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Petrol Gauge Fault

    Not sure if anyone can help me with an issue I have on my fuel gauge ( 1988 XJ900F ) The gauge was working fine and then the bike would run out...
    Thread by: biggo, Jan 2, 2021, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Sorry Renntech is the make
    Post by: biggo, Dec 26, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Fennick I think they are called. I got them in the UK late 1980s Very well made and good protection
    Post by: biggo, Dec 26, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    New Clutch fitted sorted out perfectly with new cable as well. Have been using as my main bike really enjoying riding her. I made up a mudflap try...
    Post by: biggo, Dec 26, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Got her all running been for some good long runs . Clutch is breaking away at high speed in top gear thought it may have been because it was...
    Post by: biggo, Dec 5, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Post by: biggo, Nov 24, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Next to put on new Steering bearings trfot front forks and wheels on so I can stand bike up . All going to plan so thats good :) [ATTACH] [ATTACH]...
    Post by: biggo, Nov 18, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Correct I just used spray can of wheel silver. Happy with result
    Post by: biggo, Nov 17, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    So engine in and secure next I think is rear swingarm. Replaced swingarm bearings getting outer race out of swingarm proved challenging. I had a...
    Post by: biggo, Nov 17, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Hey Marchy. Personally I would try and get it running first just so you can make a reasonable assessment before stripping . unless you are...
    Post by: biggo, Nov 13, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    These bikes are not the most difficult to work . I would check engine out if it runs that may be the difference between an engine re build or not...
    Post by: biggo, Nov 12, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Biggo,s Covid XJ900f Rebuild

    Good degrease and clean off of engine . Some of the exhaust studs were quiet rusty when dismantled so run a die down then an I dont want to shear...
    Post by: biggo, Nov 12, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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