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  1. ColoradoDan
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    XJ parts bike in NC, on Reddit

    This is the post. Still available. Hope its useful! https://www.reddit.com/r/Yamaha/s/fztjZOXCvf also an image of it [ATTACH]
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Apr 16, 2024 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  2. ColoradoDan
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    XJ parts bike in NC, on Reddit

    Free. Just saw it. If anyone in NC is interested, i am checking with the reddit poster on model and area.
    Thread by: ColoradoDan, Apr 15, 2024, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  3. ColoradoDan
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    Driver Backrest options?

    Hey Huntchuks, as k-moe said, there is no leaning forward on the maxim. I already use the duffel bag as a backrest on trips, which feels great,...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jul 9, 2023 in forum: XJ Modifications
  4. ColoradoDan
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    Driver Backrest options?

    Has anyone found a good universal backrest for an XJ, behind driver rather than passenger, or created a mod that works, other than a duffel bag on...
    Thread by: ColoradoDan, Jul 3, 2023, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. ColoradoDan
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Not today but last week I replaced the airbox boots and vacuum hose on my 82 XJ650, maxim. Nothing else done to it. Filled the tank, then rode...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jul 1, 2023 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. ColoradoDan
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    What does this switch do?

    I want one!
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 17, 2023 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. ColoradoDan
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    Starting tuneups after a rather dormant winter

    Starting tuneups after a rather dormant winter
    Status Update by ColoradoDan, Jun 16, 2023
  8. ColoradoDan
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    Xj650 Maxim tires

    I 2nd the Pirelli MT66 "Route 66". I am on my second rear and first front. I like the handling, and the durability, plus the price is great. I...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Aug 8, 2022 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. ColoradoDan
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    Never ridden, still boxed XJ

    This would be fun to open, assemble, and rip up some backroads. https://www.bike-urious.com/never-ridden-1982-yamaha-xj650-maxim/
    Thread by: ColoradoDan, Aug 7, 2022, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  10. ColoradoDan
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    Just off a 900 mile ride through western CO, including the Unaweep-Tabeguache Scenic Byway, last...

    Just off a 900 mile ride through western CO, including the Unaweep-Tabeguache Scenic Byway, last week
    Status Update by ColoradoDan, Aug 7, 2022
  11. ColoradoDan
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    Just como

    Just como
    Status Update by ColoradoDan, Aug 7, 2022
  12. ColoradoDan
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    50k - Any recommended services at this mileage?

    Thanks for the replies. I should have led with the fact that Ive already done the list of "things these old bikes need when you buy em used and...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Aug 7, 2022 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. ColoradoDan
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    Tires slowly lose air.

    As others already mentioned, its either the bead seats, inside the rims, or its the valves/cores, or some of both. I had this issue on my rear...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Aug 6, 2022 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. ColoradoDan
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    50k - Any recommended services at this mileage?

    Hi fellow XJers and others! Finally broke 50k this and wondering if there are any mileage-based services to do? Other than the typical, such as...
    Thread by: ColoradoDan, Aug 6, 2022, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. ColoradoDan
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    extreme roads

    Officially on my bucket list now
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Nov 6, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. ColoradoDan
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    What's the one motorcycle of all time you wouldn't mind having?

    The evolution of the XJ only available in the EU, and maybe down under. Yamaha XJR1300. Here is a pic of one I got to check out up close in the...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jul 10, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. ColoradoDan
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    just bought the 82 xj750j on ebay with 16,000 miles

    Nice! With only 16k, she is a baby. First suggestion, check all the pinned posts in the technical sections that will walk you through the...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jul 10, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. ColoradoDan
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    MPG - what's everyone getting?

    Hey Btroppma, I have the same ride. I average about 43 for all purpose riding. Prob 46 on a good low-wind highway ride (rare in this area (CO) as...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jul 10, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  19. ColoradoDan
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    Long over due Introduction..

    I guess I get to be your first welcome, Brad!
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jul 10, 2021 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  20. ColoradoDan
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    24 Hours ago...

    Following up on one of the great XJ forum threads... 24 hours ago I just finished mowing the lawn in 90° heat with hot wind blowing wildfire...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Sep 8, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. ColoradoDan
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    :)

    Thats hilarious. Next buddy ride I go on will involve this when his bike is warming up
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Aug 8, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. ColoradoDan
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    favourite biking tunes

    That's a tough story to follow, but my riding buddy always texts me the link for this as a warmup for our summer ride thru the rockies......
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Feb 10, 2020 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. ColoradoDan
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    favourite biking tunes

    Sorry, not posting a youtube link, but some of my goto's are Dream Theater (prog metal), some classic Iron Maiden, occasionally Dead Kennedys.
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Dec 24, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. ColoradoDan
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    What are these?

    I took my drain screws out with one of those screw removal tools, the reverse drill bit. Then bought replacements from xj4ever
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Sep 13, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. ColoradoDan
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    First bike! '82 Maxim 650

    I have that bike, but the red on mine isn't original. Can't believe you got one with all the bits and pieces, like thw seat lock anf yamaha name...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Sep 13, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. ColoradoDan
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    Reminising

    Took my date to prom in a 78 Regal, but my daily driver was the 74 Mustang II. I notice the same thing about the lack of low priced used cars....
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Sep 8, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. ColoradoDan
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    CO SB19-144 - Riders can wave bye to red light that ignores us

    Yep, XJ550H, thats the one. Its the left turn lane signals that are really the problem, when I'm the only vehicle in that lane. Jayro, I have...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Sep 6, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. ColoradoDan
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    CO SB19-144 - Riders can wave bye to red light that ignores us

    CO passed SB19-144 this year, and I just heard about it. Its intended to allow motorcycles to treat a constant red light as though it were a...
    Thread by: ColoradoDan, Sep 5, 2019, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  29. ColoradoDan
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    Hot summer days

    Hot summer days
    Status Update by ColoradoDan, Jun 30, 2019
  30. ColoradoDan
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    Gas cap for the Star Trek fan

    Oh yeah! Literally 'trekking' across the open road
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 29, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. ColoradoDan
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    Front wheel/brake disc slightly offset

    Update finally: After getting the new tire on and wheel remounted, I checked the fork tubes one more time. There was no binding. Then I tried a...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 29, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. ColoradoDan
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    Gas cap for the Star Trek fan

    With that sweet blue trunk it looks a bit like a star cruiser... [ATTACH]
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 29, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. ColoradoDan
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    Air mixture screw

    Have some patience, and be prepared to spend quality time with your bike. Setting the mixture screws is not a fast job. You want to do it right...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 26, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. ColoradoDan
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    New engine sound (see video)

    A distinct tick or slap sound is a side effect of properly set valve clearances. You get the valves loosened (they get tighter with use) and end...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 24, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. ColoradoDan
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    7 motorcyclist killed in New Hampshire

    All the gear all the time, jet! About the 7 riders, its really sad despite the cause, and another sad reminder to be the bunny, but also remember...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 24, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  36. ColoradoDan
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    Fish Scale Grips

    Not a highly technical item, but last summer I updated my grips with these, and they are hands down the best I have used...
    Thread by: ColoradoDan, Jun 21, 2019, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. ColoradoDan
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    Where's your favorite road

    Confirmed, a portmanteau, and the area is nothing but curves.
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 21, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. ColoradoDan
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    Where's your favorite road

    Alligators? In Scotland? I went there once in search nessie, but never saw a gator :)
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 21, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. ColoradoDan
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    Happy Fathers Day to the XJ dads

    Happy Fathers Day to the XJ dads
    Status Update by ColoradoDan, Jun 16, 2019
  40. ColoradoDan
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    Where's your favorite road

    Thanks for posting the article, franz. I felt like i just rode it myself! Funny, i can relate to so much of that. I have swam and pontooned on...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 16, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  41. ColoradoDan
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    Where's your favorite road

    Hey jetfixer, i know what you mean about the roads in 'michiana'. My wife's from mishawaka. We have visited a lot, and plenty of summer trips to...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 16, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  42. ColoradoDan
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    Where there's a will...

    How far did you drive that RV, k-moe? :)
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 14, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  43. ColoradoDan
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    Shaft Lengths

    Shaft lengthening. Awesome thread
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 14, 2019 in forum: XJ Modifications
  44. ColoradoDan
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    Where there's a will...

    I suppose its sturdy enough.
    Thread by: ColoradoDan, Jun 14, 2019, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  45. ColoradoDan
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    Where's your favorite road

    I know, I know. Living in CO has its benefits for a rider. But most of my rides are a 20 mile strait hwy commute to the office. Thats when the...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 8, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. ColoradoDan
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    Where's your favorite road

    Just north of me, above Carter lake and west of Loveland, Buckhorn road from hwy 34 to hwy 14. 25 miles of curves and elevation changes. I either...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 8, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  47. ColoradoDan
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    Iron butt association

    A sore spot mentally AND physically
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 8, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  48. ColoradoDan
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    Iron butt association

    How many times can i ride the loop around my county, turning constantly left, before insanity sets in :D
    Post by: ColoradoDan, Jun 3, 2019 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  49. ColoradoDan
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    Newly Licensed -First Bike

    +1 on XJ550H's suggestion... you need to disassemble the carbs first then decide what you need. When I pulled and refurbed my carbs, I wanted to...
    Post by: ColoradoDan, May 21, 2019 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  50. ColoradoDan
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    Snowed last night, and I have a brand new front tire to break in. C'mon mother nature, work with me!

    Snowed last night, and I have a brand new front tire to break in. C'mon mother nature, work with me!
    Status Update by ColoradoDan, May 9, 2019
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