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Clutch bolt torque Spec for 550 Seca? Service Manual vs. experts

My Service manual says 5.8 ft-lbs for the "clutch screw torque", which I assume are the 5 bolts with springs holding the clutch assembly and...

Thread by: 4nik8r, Mar 21, 2026, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Clutch cover oil leak - Any tips?

Hello again! Been riding a lot after fixing the carburetors on my ‘81 XJ650 Maxim, and I’ve recently noticed a slight oil leak from a few of the...

Thread by: Tristan Kernick, Oct 31, 2024, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Help, lost all gears above neutral (xj650 g)

1980 xj650 maxim (G) Was out riding tonight & came to a stop took off and went to shift up from 1st but only found neutral tried multiple time...

Thread by: DeoVindice, Sep 30, 2024, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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83 XJ1100 rattles in neutral

Hello, I recently purchased a 1983 Xj1100, and have been riding it around a bit. I noticed that only once the bike is warmed up, it develops a...

Thread by: Bendieleman, Nov 16, 2023, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Cant get clutch handle to move

Hello. I am very new to this forum and its been helping me a lot the last couple of days so forgive me for my dumb question and misuse of terms...

Thread by: Lourium, Aug 7, 2023, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Aftermarket clutch plates issue

I ordered new clutch plates for my 82 XJ550 Maxim and I noted that the Barrett steel plates are not tabbed/don’t have an asymmetrical shape and...

Thread by: BhamXJ550, Feb 11, 2022, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Starter Issues: Starter Motor or Sprag Clutch

I am having issues with the starter on my ‘82 XJ750. The starter motor seems to be turning but only catches the flywheel randomly. I shared a link...

Thread by: Andrew Lake, Aug 25, 2021, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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XJ 550 Shifting issues. (Won't find neutral while running)

Hey Everyone! I apologize if this is posted somewhere else. I have looked and looked and cannot seem to find anything. I am in need of some...

Thread by: MalachorMouse, Jul 19, 2021, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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'82 XJ650 Maxim Clutch basket help.

So I grenaded my clutch yesterday and I wanted to know how deep i'm going to have to go to fix it. I bought a complete clutch assembly since both...

Thread by: Edward I Simmons, Jul 5, 2020, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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RPM issue

I’ve noticed while riding my 82 XJ550 maxim the rpms do not decrease when I pull the clutch lever in. In fact, they actually increase. Any ideas?

Thread by: BhamXJ550, May 15, 2020, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Won't start! :-( help, please?

I've been riding my bike regularly, it's a 1980 Yamaha XJ650 with 27,158 miles on it. We've done a LOT to it (partial list on my profile and...

Thread by: Sarah, Apr 23, 2020, 67 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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1982 Maxim 750 starter clutch?

Hello everyone, I've been meaning to share this here just haven't had the time. So I am having trouble starting my bike. Here is a video of me...

Thread by: eigenseca, Apr 4, 2020, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Clutch problem after oil change?

Hello guys. I changed the oil and oil filter today. Used A9 Racing semi-synthetic motorcycle oil 10w-40. After the change the clutch lever was...

Thread by: skurtaan, Feb 6, 2020, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Clutch Slipping

(1982 xj650 Seca Non-yics) Hey everybody! I have my bike together but I'm starting to feel it slip when I really goose the throttle. It used to...

Thread by: Zachary Barton, Nov 3, 2019, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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86 XJ700 MAXIM Clutch NEED HELP

I just finished rebuilding my carbs, and also bought some pods which I was going to see how my bike would do using them. Before mounting my carbs...

Thread by: tylergene19, Mar 26, 2019, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Clutch basket!

Hello! New to the group. Got lot of recomondation for it! Looking for new clutch basket bearings. Anyone know were to get them? Tried ebay with no...

Thread by: Mikeymaxim, Oct 20, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Wheel tough to spin with disengaged clutch!

Hello, I have a 1981 Yamaha XJ650 Maxim I'm restoring. I was making sure the clutch works, but I'm experiencing some issues. When I pull the...

Thread by: Christopher, Sep 20, 2018, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Clutch wont engage.

Hi, Couple of weeks ago I posted about a rattle in my gearbox. As suggested I replaced the brg cyl cal roller . After putting it all together...

Thread by: Sjaakmaxim, Aug 2, 2018, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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XJ750 Starter Clutch condition?

First, Thanks everyone for the great Forum and great source of info. I have a '82XJ 750 . I have removed my Starter Clutch to fix a starting...

Thread by: Dantoys, Jul 10, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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XJ550 Clutch problem

Hi everyone I am restoring a sweet little XJ550 4v8 1983 (EU spec?) and I have a problem with the clutch I would like to ask you XJ experts...

Thread by: Johan Nordanfors, May 7, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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82 XJ650 Clutch and Throttle Cable Length??

I am looking to switch to steel braided lines, I need to find what size i need for clutch and throttle lines.

Thread by: Daniel Diblasi, Mar 22, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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XJ650 Clutch Replacement

XJ650 Clutch Replacement. New Friction Plates and Springs. [MEDIA]

Thread by: taptapindustries, Nov 27, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Videos
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Engine won't turn over after changing friction plates.

I have a 1980 xj650maxim. About 2 months ago I got into an accident, and luckily me and the bike came out ok. I've been repairing it bit by bit,...

Thread by: Joseph Robinson, Sep 8, 2017, 20 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Clutch not making bike roll freely, would love some addvice

Was working on my 1981 seca 550 and like a total dumbass dropped my bike on the right side when taking it off the center stand. Now when I put it...

Thread by: blake, Jul 8, 2017, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Sticky Clutch

81 XJ550 and the clutch seems to stick when returning. When letting the clutch lever out it stops at a point when the lever isn't fully out, then...

Thread by: NateB, May 2, 2017, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Got her going today, now to fix the little things...

After swapping the motor from the parts bike, I'm proud to say I have a motorcycle once again! Now there's a few things here and there that I...

Thread by: petebrusch, Apr 5, 2017, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Clutch lever interchangability?

Ive got an 85 maxim 700, and am on the last bits of finishing it up. I got a new brake lever from motion pro. There is nothing listed for a clutch...

Thread by: Wrenchman, Jan 18, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Clutch friction plates, wear?

I have an xj650 Maxim, and while hunting down strange noises after a starter clutch rebuild, I opened up the clutch. The friction plates show...

Thread by: Gabitronics, Nov 26, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Burned out clutch, Bike wont start

I have a 1985 XJ700 I was riding it from my brothers house to mine (over 250 miles) and during the trip my throttle got stuck. I realize now I...

Thread by: WhyDidIBuyThis, Nov 4, 2016, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Think I found the issue with my stuck gears?

1981 Yamaha Seca XJ750: Here is a photo of the part I believe to be the culprit. I have the owner's manual for this beast, but I can't find any...

Thread by: OakStrong, Aug 31, 2016, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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HELP, xj550 Shuts Off If Put In Gear

I recently bought an xj550 Seca for $200 that had been sitting since 1993. After a good carb cleaning and fresh fluids it was running pretty good...

Thread by: DatelessPiano, Jul 21, 2016, 86 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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For Sale 1981, XJ650 parts

Close out sale on all of these are OEM and are in good to very good condition - make me an offer. They all came off my bike. Mirrors Handlebars...

Thread by: Ribo, May 31, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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Gone done it now..

A long time ago...on an interstate pretty far away... I had recently changed my oil prior to this particular bike trip. At the apex of my trip, I...

Thread by: OakStrong, May 30, 2016, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Long Time Listener, First Time Caller

(Or something) I've been poking around here for several years now and I just now decided to sign up. The last time I was on here must have been...

Thread by: OakStrong, May 7, 2016, 2 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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Clutch and 1st Gear stuck

So I bought this bike (81 650 maxim) with the purpose of learning how to rebuild it. The clutch does not activate and the owner told me it just...

Thread by: Laces, Apr 24, 2016, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat

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