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  1. BlkMage
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    Issues fitting my wife on the back.

    A coworker let me ride his '81 Goldwing yesterday, really thinking about a different bike now. It's just going to be a pain swapping out.
    Post by: BlkMage, Jul 29, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Issues fitting my wife on the back.

    Wizard, she has a troubled past and currently has a Lapband in. Mlew, I'm looking at maybe a bigger bike, but she has balance issues and a bit of...
    Post by: BlkMage, Jul 27, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Issues fitting my wife on the back.

    I'll come right out and say it, I married a big girl. Tried to get her on the back of the bike the other day, we were both uncomfortable and I...
    Thread by: BlkMage, Jul 26, 2011, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Are harleys really that slow?

    Part of the reason, they can be. As long as people (including my own mother, she bought a Sportster) are willing to pay that much, HD will make...
    Post by: BlkMage, Jul 7, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    To other newbies...please listen

    You've come to the right place, quite a few of us have swapped instruments somehow. I got my bike with a slow speedometer in the Atari, swapped to...
    Post by: BlkMage, Jun 20, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. BlkMage
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    clutch plates stuck?

    They are. Cranking the engine with nothing in the basket will spin it harmlessly on our bikes.
    Post by: BlkMage, Jun 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Battery Box, how did you do it?

    Nice project ya got going on. As an Army veteran, gun nut, and guy trying to figure out what to do about my crappy plastic side panels, I may just...
    Post by: BlkMage, Jun 13, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. BlkMage
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    Mac 4 to 1 exhaust for sale before I put it on ebay!

    I've seen aftermarket dampeners with more teeth, but they just don't have that same color as the factory original.
    Post by: BlkMage, Jun 6, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  9. BlkMage
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    GAS TYPE????????

    I have some used pinball machine parts for trade if you would be interested!
    Post by: BlkMage, Jun 6, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. BlkMage
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    some people are on crack, I swear

    $2,000 is lowballing, for THAT?!? I guess I must have stolen my little $1k ride then. Granted, I'm all in favor of a little custom work making a...
    Post by: BlkMage, Jun 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    GAS TYPE????????

    I'm guessing you mean Avgas, I wouldn't put it in my bike. Aviation cylinders have 2 spark plugs, Avgas is designed to burn slower towards the...
    Post by: BlkMage, Jun 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. BlkMage
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    The bike only needs the ignition plug to run!

    For one, I would like to know why we need that diode block. Or a sidestand relay. Why not just run the starter safety relay straight through the...
    Post by: BlkMage, Jun 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. BlkMage
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    The bike only needs the ignition plug to run!

    It's not that I'm not good with the wiring, I'm just a student of the "simpler is better" mindset when it comes to electrical. Yes, the headlight...
    Post by: BlkMage, Jun 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    The bike only needs the ignition plug to run!

    Yeah, you could always switch which wire the indicator light comes from with the new instruments. Why did Yamaha have to make such a mess of all...
    Post by: BlkMage, Jun 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    The bike only needs the ignition plug to run!

    No problem. I'm not much of a wrencher, but being a computer nerd and former US Army helicopter avionics mechanic come in handy sometimes.
    Post by: BlkMage, Jun 2, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Long Range Tanks?

    On the XS11 boards I saw a guy rig up a contraption one time. He had a tank mounted like rear luggage with a pump and marine fittings, run to a...
    Post by: BlkMage, Jun 1, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  17. BlkMage
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    clutch plates stuck?

    Fitz is right, pop the pipes and loosen the bolts holding the pan on, should drop right off.
    Post by: BlkMage, May 30, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    The bike only needs the ignition plug to run!

    11.8 should be close enough at this point to the fuse box. If the bike will run and you don't care about the aux light, this can be easily fixed....
    Post by: BlkMage, May 30, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Morey's oil additive

    I agree Fitz. My father is a mechanic on Rare Bear, a HIGHLY modified racing airplane, they put pure Mobil aviation oil in that engine. If it's...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 30, 2011 in forum: Other
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    The bike only needs the ignition plug to run!

    Speaking of gauges, I use a pair from mikesxs.com on this page... http://www.mikesxs.net/products-46.html#products I got numbers 03-0748 and...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 29, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. BlkMage
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    The bike only needs the ignition plug to run!

    You could just use the wire colors coming from the low/high switch originally and put them directly into the plug, and pull a black ground from...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    The bike only needs the ignition plug to run!

    Well now I feel young, born in '86 here. Yes, my bike is 4 years older than I am. As for the headlight issue, if you're going to chop the Atari...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    The bike only needs the ignition plug to run!

    As a guy with an '82 that pulled the Atari, you are correct in thinking that 3-prong is the only thing (in that area) that makes the bike run...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. BlkMage
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    bad clutch?

    Our glorious 750s take the same amount, 2,500cc (not counting filter change, that adds 300cc). But procedure is still the same.
    Post by: BlkMage, May 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    WOW.. WHAT is THIS?!

    In my opinion, if you're going to go extreme, at least get an awesome engine! Oh, and the bike is cool too. Seriously, I'd LOVE to get the...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 25, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    bad clutch?

    On the subject of oil weight, I've run the bike down to about 40 degrees with 20w50, seems fine. I'd say you would only need 15w50 if you plan on...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 25, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    bad clutch?

    Banner at the top of the forums will lead you to XJ4Ever aka Chacal, he's got EVERYTHING you could ever need for these bikes, except a bar-mounted...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 25, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Idiot car drivers... Setting bad examples for thier kids

    You didn't have a wrench handy to "let go of"? That would have taught the kids a good lesson.
    Post by: BlkMage, May 25, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Morey's oil additive

    Mrblackstock, I was just glancing at the Morey's site... "Reduce internal friction & engine wear" GET RID OF IT! No wonder your engine is...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 24, 2011 in forum: Other
  30. BlkMage
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    Opinions on GOOD quality shocks.

    Good thing those are about worthless these days. :cry:
    Post by: BlkMage, May 21, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    WIRES, HeadAches and tantrums.

    Apologies to Chacal if he does stock them, but here's the site. http://www.haynes.com/products/productID/389 I thought the price was a...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 19, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    WIRES, HeadAches and tantrums.

    Order a book from Haynes. Cost me about $20-$30 brand new from them, has complete wiring diagrams in the back. Plus, a lot of other good info.
    Post by: BlkMage, May 18, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. BlkMage
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    Didn't like my new-to-me adjustable backrest/sissy bar. :(

    First suggestion, tell me where to get all that trunk stuff!
    Post by: BlkMage, May 18, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. BlkMage
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    carb sync tool

    Fitz, you have an awesome daughter. Among friends of mine, we all know NAPA stands for National Aircraft Parts Association.
    Post by: BlkMage, May 17, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. BlkMage
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    basic questions

    When the bike is on the center stand you should get a round bubble at the top of the glass. If you just ran the bike, give it a few minutes to...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 16, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    basic questions

    Step 1, get yourself a repair manual. My Haynes book has helped me out quite a bit. Oil filter is inside a cylinder sticking out the...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 15, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. BlkMage
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    VIN# rubbed off

    Sounds like me as a kid. Yes, I was (and still am) a nerd.
    Post by: BlkMage, May 15, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Update on FI Seca 750 mileage

    Recently I calculated 46mpg for mine. I ride mostly highway (commute into town) and I live just under 3,000 feet above sea level. And I'll admit...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 15, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How much RPM does youre bikes start up at?

    It's still cold here (might have snow this weekend) so mine needs a LOT of choke. Start it full choke, start it a few more times after it dies...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 14, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Possible scam - please read

    A person in the military with money issues, should have been a big red flag. You want living like a king, try being 18 in 2004 and making $1,200 a...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 13, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Possible scam - please read

    That's a modification on an old trick, the "Nigerian Prince". Though to try and pull it with a bike instead of a check, interesting twist. I'm...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 12, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  42. BlkMage
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    difference between the two

    I stand corrected.
    Post by: BlkMage, May 12, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Price of Petrol

    Just got gas with some good news. Filled up yesterday, $3.95 a gallon, and I calculated 46 MPG! Not only is gas starting to dip a bit in price,...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 11, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    difference between the two

    Fitz, I LOVE the term "power cruiser", was looking for a good way to describe my Maxim. Sorry to resurrect the thread, but through recent...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 11, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. BlkMage
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    Front headling not working

    Yes, the '82 (J model) and the '83 (K model) have different switches, but like I said, biggest difference is the battery sensor.
    Post by: BlkMage, May 11, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Name for a bike, hadn't though of that....

    With any luck, I'll get some new parts and new paint next winter, resulting in the name "XJ1655". Hopefully somebody here played Spy Hunter and...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 9, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  47. BlkMage
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    How do you tell if you need to change the clutch in xj700n

    As a rider who recently fixed a high-power clutch slip, do some adjustments before you spend a dime. Did wonders for my bike.
    Post by: BlkMage, May 9, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. BlkMage
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    Front headling not working

    Hmm...the Red/White wire is just the battery sensor, not really needed...the K switch seems to have the same 3 wires otherwise, maybe even the...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 9, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Front headling not working

    Not too bad. After you dismount the switch, there are 2 plugs inside the headlight bucket that feed it. A 3-prong with Red, Blue, and Brown wires...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 9, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Headlight problems

    AUX switch is it's own thing, you could rewire the switch for your headlight and bypass the relay but still be able to turn the key and start...
    Post by: BlkMage, May 8, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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