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  1. Bigdaddy
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    Headlight staying on.

    Thanks for all the good info. I am going to print all these posts and when I get to tearing into it, I will check one by one.
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Jan 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Bigdaddy
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    Headlight staying on.

    Everything works with key off except the marker lights and tailight. The turn signals, horn, and headlight all work with the key off. I replaced...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Jan 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Bigdaddy
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    Headlight staying on.

    Thanks cutlass, I appreciate it. It's not time to ride yet in Ohio, but I want to be ready.
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Jan 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Bigdaddy
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    Headlight staying on.

    Yeah, the headlight, by design, comes on after the bike is running. It is a 1982 xj 650. Someone posted that the key also kills the engine? Not...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Jan 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Bigdaddy
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    Headlight staying on.

    I already replaced the ignition, but will check the connection to make sure it is right. If the headlight was plugged into a circuit that had...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Jan 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Bigdaddy
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    Headlight staying on.

    No changes in the wiring. It was that when when I got it.
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Jan 25, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Bigdaddy
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    Headlight staying on.

    Need some help from the xj nation. I can't get the headlight to turn off after the bike is off. When it starts, the headlight comes on like it...
    Thread by: Bigdaddy, Jan 25, 2011, 25 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Bigdaddy
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    Cleveland Riders?

    Let another 1/2 quart out on Sunday. Now I can see the level in the sight glass. Degreased the bike also, looks much better.
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Jun 28, 2010 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  9. Bigdaddy
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    Cleveland Riders?

    Made it back safe and sound. Enjoyed the ride. It's always good to learn from you wizards. Sorry about the oil overspray.
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Jun 26, 2010 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  10. Bigdaddy
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    Cleveland Riders?

    I can meet you at Andrews at 12:00 noon. Salem has the SuperNats in town this weekend, but traffic wont be bad at that time of the day. Any...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Jun 25, 2010 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  11. Bigdaddy
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    Cleveland Riders?

    About what time at Andrews? I have to work on Saturday, but I should be able to schedule some free time to ride.
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Jun 24, 2010 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  12. Bigdaddy
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    Cleveland Riders?

    Saturday afternoon would work for me. West Branch sounds good.
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Jun 23, 2010 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  13. Bigdaddy
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    Oil capacity in 1982 xj650

    You da man Fitz. Thank you.
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Jun 9, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Bigdaddy
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    Oil capacity in 1982 xj650

    Does anybody know the correct oil capacity? How many quarts of oil should I add after changing it. Seems like a stupid question, but have gotten...
    Thread by: Bigdaddy, Jun 9, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Bigdaddy
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    oil in the airbox

    I know I saw a thread before about oil getting into the airbox. It happenned to me yesterday. I have ridden the bike for about 6 weeks without a...
    Thread by: Bigdaddy, Apr 21, 2010, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Bigdaddy
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Rode all weekend, everything seems to be right. Put over a hundred miles on her without any issues. Need to check brake fluid, but cant get the...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Mar 23, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Bigdaddy
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    Headlight still won't shut off!!!!! (Help Needed)

    I just got the bike a month ago, so I don't if it just started happening or not. I am trying to get the PO to email me back about it.
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Mar 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Bigdaddy
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    Headlight still won't shut off!!!!! (Help Needed)

    Put a new ignition on the bike yesterday, hoping it would fix my problem. When I turn the key to the "on" position, the two front turn signal...
    Thread by: Bigdaddy, Mar 11, 2010, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Bigdaddy
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    finished painting tank and it looks nice, Going to clear coat it today and tommorrow. Tore off triple tree, valve cover and am waiting for...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Mar 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Bigdaddy
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    oh this weather!!!

    Vintage rice...I've got the same bike, without the cool looking tank graphics. I'm painting my tank on Sunday and hope my bike looks as good as...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Mar 6, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. Bigdaddy
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Ordered new ignition and valve cover gasket. Put final coat of primer on gas tank. Should be warm enough to paint on Sunday. Sun finally came...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Mar 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Bigdaddy
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    oh this weather!!!

    Just waiting on valve cover gasket and new ignitions switch, then clean and assemble. I should be ready in 2 weeks. Sun finally came out...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Mar 6, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. Bigdaddy
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    How do you get the headlight ot shut off?

    Thanks TC. Let me know what you are replacing and how it goes. Do you think there is any way to clean and lube the ignition so it turns easier....
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Mar 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Bigdaddy
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    How do you get the headlight ot shut off?

    Just for clarification. When I turn the key to the on position, the tail light, and the front turn signals come on (Not Flashing). When it...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Mar 1, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Bigdaddy
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    Chacal comes through for another xjbikes member!

    How do I get ahold of chacal? Does he have a website? Or is it plain email? Someone please let me know. Thanks Bigdaddy 1982 xj650 Maxim
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Mar 1, 2010 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  26. Bigdaddy
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    Cleveland Riders?

    Im in. West Branch State Park sounds good. 1982 xj650
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Feb 27, 2010 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  27. Bigdaddy
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    anyone from northeastern ohio?

    Hey, how did I end up in the Western US and Canada forum?????????Since I'm here, GO USA
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Feb 27, 2010 in forum: Western US and Canada
  28. Bigdaddy
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    anyone from northeastern ohio?

    What do you mean, you only a couple hours away. I'm close to YTown, OH, although I don't like to claim that. As long as were chatting, what part...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Feb 27, 2010 in forum: Western US and Canada
  29. Bigdaddy
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    anyone from northeastern ohio?

    Recently joined the site, and am just wondering if any members are from NE Ohio? 1982 xj650 Maxim
    Thread by: Bigdaddy, Feb 27, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: Western US and Canada
  30. Bigdaddy
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    Another Newbie

    So it's off with the valve cover to check the clearances, and off with the rear wheel for some new shoes. Then new fluid all the way around....
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Feb 25, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. Bigdaddy
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    How do you get the headlight ot shut off?

    Thanks guys. I will take your advice. It's not like I don't have the time. Weather here in Ohio is gonna suck for the next 6 weeks. I should...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Feb 25, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. Bigdaddy
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    How do you get the headlight ot shut off?

    Thought I did. The marker lights all shut off.
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Feb 24, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Bigdaddy
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    How do you get the headlight ot shut off?

    Another stupid question from the newbie. I just got my xj fired up and runs like a champ. I actually rode it through the snow flurries this...
    Thread by: Bigdaddy, Feb 24, 2010, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Bigdaddy
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    Another Newbie

    Got to thinking about all the advice. Switched out the spark plugs in #1 and #2 just to see if it made a difference. All of a sudden #1 had...
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Feb 24, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. Bigdaddy
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    Average age of the xj'r

    43...And never owned a bike until 2 days ago. I've wanted one since I was 10. My wife and kid now officially think I'm crazy. Maybe.
    Post by: Bigdaddy, Feb 23, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  36. Bigdaddy
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    Another Newbie

    I couldn't wait to get home and logon xjbikes.com. What a wonderful and helpful site. I am now the proud owner of a 1982 xj 650, just boutght it...
    Thread by: Bigdaddy, Feb 23, 2010, 9 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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