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    New member xj900

    Sad day, after 5 trouble-free years, I've sold my 900. Good news is I just purchased an 86 FJ1200 in with less than 15k. Pics to follow.
    Post by: Super, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    New member xj900

    Post by: Super, Jun 5, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Motorcycle-related self inflicted injury OOPS

    Don't use a Lincoln "buzz box" while squatting over your project wearing loose shorts.....Try and explain the severe sunburn in that location to...
    Post by: Super, Jun 21, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Cracked my cylinder head

    I have that tool and it stays in my toolbox. I can't remember what I had for dinner half the time, and that tool scares me. I use a strand of...
    Post by: Super, Apr 24, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    best oil choice/preference

    Correction (because I just changed my oil/filter) the big "pail" of Rotella T 15-40 is 18.9 litres which for the non-metric folks is 5 US gallons.
    Post by: Super, Apr 18, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    best oil choice/preference

    This has been discussed in several forums, my choice is Rotella T, 15-40 non-synthetic diesel. I buy it by the 18l pail from Canadian Tire or...
    Post by: Super, Apr 17, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    A wider rear tire for my Seca?

    My 900 had a 130 Spitfire on it when I picked up a nail. I purchased a "correct" sized 120 Michelin Pilot Activ. It is a great tire, that...
    Post by: Super, Feb 2, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What tires do you run on your Seca 900?

    I'm very happy with the Michelin Pilot Activ's I installed at the beginning of last season. I was looking at the Spitfires, but bought the...
    Post by: Super, Jan 15, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Thinking about purchasing a bike with more power

    I have a friend who loaned me his mint XS1100 Special this spring for a valve adjustment and carb sync. This bike "feels" faster than my 900 but...
    Post by: Super, Jan 1, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Thinking about purchasing a bike with more power

    Bikes are like boats, never fast enough or big enough.... I can't comment on your Maxim, but I had a 650 Kawasaki LTD prior to the XJ 900, and...
    Post by: Super, Dec 27, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Final Verdict on All Balls Bearings?

    The "extra" set of "All Balls" bearings that didn't fit my GL are made by Timkin....USA Dave
    Post by: Super, Dec 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Green seepage at back wheel

    How cold? 90w gear oil is pretty thick in the cold, the seal is probably not sealing as well, and maybe the vent is plugged, however that usually...
    Post by: Super, Dec 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Final Verdict on All Balls Bearings?

    I ordered a set last year for my GL1000, they didn't fit. I contacted them and found that 1977 was a frame transition year and mine had the...
    Post by: Super, Dec 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Old Gold wing or????

    I wanted something still "Sporty". I have a 77 GL1000, completely naked. It is pretty quick, a blast to cruise around on, but not...
    Post by: Super, Dec 15, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    never ever do this

    Wow, I bid on a ST1100 a month or so ago on Ebay and didn't win. Glad I didn't, those rear bags are dangerous! Dave 83 900 77 GL1000
    Post by: Super, Dec 5, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Insuring multiple seldom-used bikes

    I agree, I have two bikes, can only ride one at a time and am the only one licensed in the residence to drive an m/c, yet it is "full fare" for...
    Post by: Super, Nov 29, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Insuring multiple seldom-used bikes

    Oh-ohhh, not another insurance thread......
    Post by: Super, Nov 28, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Repairing plastic '5 Valve' cover

    Make a mold using modelling clay for the tab shape, using one of the existing tabs. I've repaired many ABS items, including a badly damaged...
    Post by: Super, Nov 23, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Rebuild calipers/issues

    I always anneal my old washers buy hanging them from a wire and heating them quickly with a torch until red hot. After they cool, the washers are...
    Post by: Super, Nov 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Insurance rant

    http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/dandv/ ... ndex.shtml
    Post by: Super, Nov 11, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Insurance rant

    Remind me never to ask a question about "gun control"..... Regardless.. Insurance for an old fart like me is affordable for a Blackbird....
    Post by: Super, Nov 9, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Insurance rant

    Ok, the news is my insurance co. FINALLY called me back, only $450 for liabilility insurance. Bad news is the guy sold the bike to someone else...
    Post by: Super, Nov 5, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Insurance rant

    I still can't imagine how you can drive without some liability insurance. At least if I put myself in the hospital, the stay there is free....
    Post by: Super, Nov 2, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Insurance rant

    I don't understand how that works.....What if you put someone (or yourself) in a wheelchair for life? It is illegal to drive in Ontario without...
    Post by: Super, Nov 1, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Insurance rant

    The older rep at my agent called me today, she was apologetic and advised that the Waterloo Co will insure me on the Blackbird, given my age,...
    Post by: Super, Nov 1, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Insurance rant

    I'm in the same category as my fellow Canadian from London. Both my bikes have only the medical coverage and liability insurance, no theft, fire...
    Post by: Super, Oct 31, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Insurance rant

    My rant: I live in Ontario, 53yrs old, licensed since 16, no tickets, claims, suspensions, nada. House, two cars wife and 2 kids insured with...
    Thread by: Super, Oct 30, 2012, 67 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    The Great Oil Debate: Some New Data?

    I've been using Rotella 15w-40 (during the summer) in everything for years, with no issues. 83 900, 77 GL1000, a Subaru, several Jags; my Elantra...
    Post by: Super, Oct 15, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Front brake issue

    Your piston is not close to being seated. It needs to be pressed back into the bore. It should go back easily if it was rebuilt properly,...
    Post by: Super, Jul 13, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Front brake issue

    If you have the correct pads and they wont fit over the rotor, then your piston is not retracted fully. And if you rebuilt the caliper, is...
    Post by: Super, Jul 12, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Would you do this for a living?

    Interesting comments, Ryan, do what makes you happy. I tried to join the RCMP when I was 18 (late 70's), and wasn't "French" enough. I went...
    Post by: Super, Jul 12, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    rebuilt MC not working

    Assuming you got everything back in the right order, take the line off at the master and use your finger to cover the outlet. Try to build up...
    Post by: Super, Jun 1, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Copper v. Platinum v. Iridium

    A couple years ago I replaced the "regular" copper plugs with Iridium plugs in my 97 XJR, hoping to see some performance improvements however the...
    Post by: Super, May 4, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Front Caliper Rebuild Guide Needed

    It is very important to ensure that the seal groove is completely clean. You have to carefully clean the groove and ensure all the crud and...
    Post by: Super, May 3, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    My go at electrolysis. lots of pics

    You should try and find an old charger at a yard sale. They didn't have any fancy electronics, usually just a big old transformer. You had to be...
    Post by: Super, Apr 6, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    For the 900 crew, is this a deal breaker?

    Buy it, get it to Ottawa, I'll do the affidavit and sell it back to you, honest, I will......
    Post by: Super, Apr 3, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    My go at electrolysis. lots of pics

    When I dump out the messy electrolyte to replace it with clean solution, I give the anode a scuff with 40 grit to clean it off. With my old...
    Post by: Super, Apr 2, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    My go at electrolysis. lots of pics

    I've done 4 tanks, most recently on a 77 GL1000. I use an ancient 6amp manual charger, arm and hammer washing soda, and the biggest electrode I...
    Post by: Super, Apr 1, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    For the 900 crew, is this a deal breaker?

    No papers? In Ontario the Ministry can do a VIN search (for a fee) and you can get a new ownership with an affidavit, provided the guy lawfully...
    Post by: Super, Mar 30, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What brake pads are you using?

    Vesrah, organics, very happy. Have organic EBC's on my GL1000, happy with them too. Bought them all off ebay. Rotors don't get rusty...
    Post by: Super, Feb 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Newbie in Alberta

    Welcome to the Forum! You will find many carb related posts, some with excellent photos and great advice. If you don't know when the carbs...
    Post by: Super, Sep 22, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    New Glass Fuse Holder

    Now that I look at the pic, I have some detailing to do......
    Post by: Super, Jun 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Which to buy OEM style or EBC Organic Front Pads? 82XJ750J

    Re: Which to buy OEM style or EBC Organic Front Pads? 82XJ75 Organics "feel" better, however it is true that they wont take the heat like the...
    Post by: Super, Jun 25, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Which to buy OEM style or EBC Organic Front Pads? 82XJ750J

    Re: Which to buy OEM style or EBC Organic Front Pads? 82XJ75 My bike had EBC organic pads that I replaced with Vesrah organic pads. They had...
    Post by: Super, Jun 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New Glass Fuse Holder

    Because I like the original look, and there is nothing wrong with glass fuses, I found these at Canadian Tire. The fit perfectly in the stock...
    Thread by: Super, Jun 19, 2011, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Tachometer issue

    My 83 900 has a tachometer glitch that I've discovered now that I'm braver and exploring the upper revs. The tach seems to work fine during...
    Thread by: Super, Jun 16, 2011, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Anti Dive gotta go

    My opinion: Clean them up so they work as intended, add a fancy new set of stainless lines, so they LOOK GOOD and WORK BETTER and you will have...
    Post by: Super, May 18, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Anti Dive gotta go

    Why not keep the anti dive, provided it is working of course. From what you describe, sounds like your springs are dead. Replace them with a...
    Post by: Super, May 18, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New horn

    So I've received my new Stebel "Nautilus Compact" horn. Has anyone been able to shoe-horn one of these in the area vacated by the original dual...
    Thread by: Super, May 15, 2011, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Thanks Rick, the only thing that I can add to your list is a fuse on the supply side. A relay is supposed to accompany the horn. Dave 83 900
    Post by: Super, May 8, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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