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  1. j_ham
    Thread

    XJ550 not starting

    Time for another "my bike won't start" thread I've got an '82 XJ550 project bike I picked up a while back and have not been able to get it to...
    Thread by: j_ham, Sep 5, 2022, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. jasperwasthere
    Thread

    93 Xj600 Suddenly no longer wants to start.

    Bought the bike non-running. Had a stripped starter idler gear, split the case replaced all that and threw it back together and it started right...
    Thread by: jasperwasthere, Jul 19, 2022, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Noah Holbert
    Thread

    XJ frustrating issue

    I'm not sure if I'm posting or doing this correctly but I need some help. I have an 85 xj 700. It idles fine revs to redline in netrol fine...
    Thread by: Noah Holbert, Jul 18, 2022, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Alex Siddall
    Thread

    Bike seems to flood itself out as it warms up

    So I recently started rebuilding my 82 xj650 maxim. I have receipt rebuilt the carburetors. It will flood itself out while sitting there not...
    Thread by: Alex Siddall, Sep 27, 2020, 6 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  5. WheelYeeter
    Thread

    Leaking float needle or float level set too high?

    On my 1980 xj650rj Seca when i start the bike up and look down the carbs, I can see gas just kinda shooting up through the main jet that the...
    Thread by: WheelYeeter, Aug 12, 2020, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. ARiderNamedJohn
    Thread

    Should I use a fuel additive?

    Hi I’m new to riding and new to this forum. I just recently got my first bike, an 82 xj750 maxim. I absolutely love the bike and really want to...
    Thread by: ARiderNamedJohn, Jul 9, 2020, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Cole C.
    Thread

    Fuel line replacement

    Hi, I just bought a xj550 maxim and replaced the plugs and did some wiring work and it was running great. I did notice some dry rot and cracking...
    Thread by: Cole C., May 17, 2020, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. William Thompson
    Thread

    Not firing on cylinders one and four

    Hi all, I'm in the Pittsburgh area and have a 1981 xj650 maxim. It was running great till the other day when it decided to no longer work on...
    Thread by: William Thompson, Sep 18, 2019, 51 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Sam138
    Thread

    Fuel in airbox and oil tank.

    Hello all, new here. A year ago I bought a 1982 xj 650 Maxim to fix up. I did a good amount of work to it and got it running but now it smokes a...
    Thread by: Sam138, Aug 9, 2019, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Sly
    Thread

    FJ600 fuel injection

    I'm looking at a set of R6 throttle bodys to replace the old CV carbs with pod filters since i can't seem to keep the carbs tune set after a ride...
    Thread by: Sly, May 10, 2019, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. tlopez
    Thread

    Trade/Swap Have XJ1100 Tank, looking for a XJ650/750 Maxim Tank

    Hey I got a 83 XJ650 Maxim a few months ago and have been working on fixing everything mechanically and realized that I have a XJ1100 tank and not...
    Thread by: tlopez, Apr 20, 2019, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  12. Winsleydale
    Thread

    1982 XJ750 Maxim Redline at startup

    Hi everybody, I joined the forum to see if I could get some pointers on an issue I am having. I picked up this bike as a trade for an old pickup...
    Thread by: Winsleydale, Mar 18, 2019, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. eigenseca
    Thread

    Surface rust in gas tank

    So there was some slight rust in the gas tank of my 82 maxim 750, I filled it with 3 gallons of white vinegar and let it sit for 4 days. I would...
    Thread by: eigenseca, Dec 18, 2018, 17 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. WesternMeadows
    Thread

    1982 Xj650 Fuel capacity

    How much fuel does your tank hold? I've been reading online specs for the 1982 Xj650 gas tank and its been listed as a 13L tank. I've notice mine...
    Thread by: WesternMeadows, Jul 7, 2018, 19 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Daniel Diblasi
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    What size Jets should I run?

    I have a 82 xj650 and I am running filter pods and no exhaust. I was wonding what size jets I should get for the set up I am running. I was...
    Thread by: Daniel Diblasi, Jun 30, 2018, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Nickxj4420
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    Carbs leaking

    I have an 85 xj700 recently bought. Ran ok needed work. I started with cleaning the fuel tank (rust) . After I cleaned the tank I hooked it back...
    Thread by: Nickxj4420, Apr 24, 2018, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Daniel Diblasi
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    XJ650 Start up rev issue

    I recently put together my xj650 and I started it for the first time today and as soon as i start the bike it revs up to 7k and I have to kill it....
    Thread by: Daniel Diblasi, Feb 16, 2018, 25 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. blwier
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    1982 Maxim 650 not getting fuel

    1982 Maxim 650 - not getting fuel. (VIN 5N9 - 002151) Hey guys, first post here on the forums so thanks for having me! I recently acquired a 1982...
    Thread by: blwier, Oct 3, 2017, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Johnius
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    Xj750 balking at 7000rpm

    1981 XJ750R runs pretty awesome when below 7000RPM and when quickly accelerated through that range. Slow throttle increase to 7000 reveals a...
    Thread by: Johnius, Sep 30, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Roberto
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    1982 Yamaha seca turbo fuel pump

    I'm restoring an 82 seca turbo. Previous owner said it hasn't been run since the early 90's. I've put a new battery on it (didn't have one when...
    Thread by: Roberto, Jul 2, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. taptapindustries
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    XJ650 Inline Fuel Filter Install

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    Thread by: taptapindustries, Jun 16, 2017, 0 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Videos
  22. 81seca650
    Thread

    Air/Fuel Mixture Incorrect - Could this be my problem?

    Hello everyone. New guy to the forum here. Pardon the long write up, but I figure more info the better? Anyway, I'm left scratching my head on...
    Thread by: 81seca650, May 9, 2017, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Charles F Wells Sr
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    Wanted 1982 Yamaha 650 Seca Turbo Fuel Pump

    Hello Fellow Riders, My 35yr Old Seca Turbo needs a New Heart (Fuel Pump) and I'm reaching out to those who can help me. If you know of a...
    Thread by: Charles F Wells Sr, Jan 31, 2017, 5 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  24. ShotCaller
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    Fuel and Air questions (82 XJ1100)

    This probably belongs over in the "stupid things today" thread, but a few serious questions. All this happened on a 1982 XJ1100 that I just picked...
    Thread by: ShotCaller, Nov 18, 2016, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Chinn5
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    Racing idle carb fix.

    So I Have an xj650 Maxim with 4 to 1 exhaust and a cut airbox with a single pod filter. This is the process i used to fix my hitachi cards and...
    Thread by: Chinn5, Jul 26, 2016, 3 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  26. Shawnedwards24
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    Carb dumping fuel in air box

    Hey guys my name is Shawn I'm new to the site I just bought an 82xj550 that hadn't been started in years. The tank had crud in it and the petcock...
    Thread by: Shawnedwards24, May 17, 2016, 22 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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