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  1. Stokie
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    Weird Starting Problem

    I have an XJ550 and she spins up and starts no problem at all... usually. I have found that the trick is to use no throttle or choke (even when...
    Thread by: Stokie, May 7, 2011, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Stokie
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    Weird Starting Problem

    I have an XJ550 and she spins up and starts no problem at all... usually. I have found that the trick is to use no throttle or choke (even when...
    Thread by: Stokie, May 7, 2011, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Stokie
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    Posting Complete Copryrighted Literature Is Unlawful!

    Posting (publishing) a complete copyrighted work anywhere without the consent of the copyright holder breaks the law - this includes publishing...
    Post by: Stokie, Aug 1, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Stokie
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I have new bike syndrome. You know the symptoms, you're new to the bike and every odd rattle and sound convinces you that the motor is about to...
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 28, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Stokie
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    OH LAWDY

    Poor guy's got thirty carbs to balance!! That thought's enough to turn some XJ owners into gibbering wrecks :lol:
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 28, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. Stokie
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    Fork oil replacement

    From my Clymer manual: Fork Oil Type: SAE 10 or equivalent Fork Oil Capacity: H, J, K...
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 27, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Stokie
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    What Does An Engine Number Really Tell You?

    Very useful, thanks for that fella :) Good idea TIMEtoRIDE, I will have an extra close inspection of everything when I open it up. Cheers
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 26, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Stokie
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    Can I put 2x 55w Driving lights on the AUX light switch?

    I am not totally sure what you mean by lower auxiliary light. But I do know that burnt out switch gear is not much fun. I would deff wire them...
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 25, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What Does An Engine Number Really Tell You?

    I got myself a complete XJ550 engine today. I got it from a reputable breaker who told me that the motor came from a running bike... but that's...
    Thread by: Stokie, Jul 25, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Repairing ABS Plastics

    Then it should be possible to make a mould and cast this stuff back into solid ABS - that'd be neat for broken/missing lugs and stuff like that ...
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 22, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. Stokie
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    Hasersys, The Rust Build. Bobber

    When you re-install the new races, put them into the freezer (overnight). Warm the neck tube a little if you can too. They're an interference fit,...
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Starter and Carbs questions

    Does your bike have one of those relays/switches that kills the starter if the stand is down?
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Stokie
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    Repairing ABS Plastics

    I heard (sort of second-hand) from a guy in a car club I am a member of that there's a cheap and easy way to do DIY repairs to ABS plastic. I am...
    Thread by: Stokie, Jul 22, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. Stokie
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    1983 Maxim Midnight, need upper fork tubes, mine are bent.

    Have you looked into getting the tubes professionally straightened at an engineering company?
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 20, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  15. Stokie
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    K&N Cone Filters on XJ 550

    I love the look and great induction sound you get from K&N cone type filters. I am thinking of fitting a set to my XJ 550. However, due to the...
    Thread by: Stokie, Jul 20, 2010, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Stokie
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    UK based owners

    Hi guys. I'm living in Stoke-on-Trent, UK. I got my XJ 550 last week off of eBay. She's clean enough, with 12 months ticket. But she needs a few...
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 16, 2010 in forum: Other
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Converted the sidelight in my headlight to super bright LED. Looks crackin' :)
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Stokie
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    First Yammy, need mo' powa!!

    Full fluid and filter change, new plugs, valve clearances checked & shimmed and a proper carb balance would be where I would start. Know where...
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. Stokie
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    the hass build: my 550 rat chop

    Nice job mate! I wonder if you could modify the end of the frame tubing to hold signal lights if you see what I mean??! That would cover those...
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. Stokie
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    Modern British motorcycle engineering

    I know I am late to this particular party, but "argument juice is added from the argument lobe of the female brain" has to be one of the funniest...
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 14, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    As I only got my XJ550 two days ago I am still working my way through all the 'new owner' stuff. Oil/filter last night, new fork oil today and...
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    YICS Tool / carb balancer in Kitchener, ON. for rent/borrow?

    Re: YICS Tool / carb balancer in Kitchener, ON. for rent/bor Why not make your own? That way you'll have one to hand for future servicing. I...
    Post by: Stokie, Jul 10, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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