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seca 550

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$800 for a high mileage 1982 Seca XJ550r that needs carb clean. Am I nuts?

Hey there, first time poster, I'm hoping to get a bit of feedback on a potential bike purchase. I am wanting to get something that I can commute...

Thread by: Lucas Myers, Apr 18, 2026, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Wanted Airbox cap Cover ‘81 550 Seca

Looking for an airbox side cap cover for a 1981 XJ550 Seca, part #4U8-14412-00-00 I have the airbox, I just need the cap cover. Thanks!

Thread by: rmk7483, Jun 6, 2023, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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Fork travel under spec - 81' XJ550 Seca

So I've been having some bottoming out/clunking issues with my front forks and when I check the travel on them, they only measured to around 124mm...

Thread by: SlyCooper1324, Jun 4, 2022, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Wanted Xj550 Seca Tank

Hello all, I’m really in need of a 550 seca tank, I’ve been able to fab a 650 seca tank to fit comfortably on the 550 frame, but it’s just a...

Thread by: Noahsxj, Jul 1, 2021, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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Seca XJ550R fork seal size?

Left fork is leaking so I gotta change em. Seems to be differences of opinion on the size I need. Will 35*48*11 do the trick??? Thanks in...

Thread by: NorthernDude, May 29, 2021, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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For Sale 81 XJ550RH Goodies

I have a bunch of goodies off of my 550 Seca. Chopped the bike and took a bunch of stuff off for track days but everything is in good condition,...

Thread by: Jason Denman, Feb 22, 2021, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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Wanted Seca 550 tail light lens

My 550 lens is cracked, looking for just the lens or light assembly.

Thread by: 750MaximSeattle, Jul 25, 2020, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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Wanted Seca 550 Gauges

Looking for gauge cluster and 'glass' in good condition. My case is thrashed and missing wiring, otherwise my gauge internals are good, and I...

Thread by: 750MaximSeattle, Jul 22, 2020, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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XJ550 Maxim seat height.

Does anyone know the seat height of a standard XJ550 Maxim compared to a 550 Seca? From memory I think the Seca's seat is 31inches/790mm but would...

Thread by: Legless Old Bloke, Jul 7, 2020, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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1982 XJ550 Seca Carb Kit - advice

Hi Folks I am rebuilding the carbs on a 1982 XJ 550 Seca. I got these carb kits from K&L and I can't figure out what one of the parts is. It's a...

Thread by: hedgehog, Jun 28, 2020, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Had a 1982 Seca 550... now have a 1982 Seca 750

Hi everybody... It's been a few years since I posted on this forum, so I thought I would just introduce myself again. Name is George, just turned...

Thread by: Jordi, Jul 15, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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81 Seca 550 electrical issues! Seeking guidance

Hello! I got a seca 550 a little over a year ago. It ran all last summer but started dying at random moments. I've been working on it and am still...

Thread by: blake, May 3, 2018, 8 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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81 XJ550 seca DYING on me!

Hey! I'm new to the world of motorcycles and just got a 81 550xjr and it keeps dying on me! It usually happens after about 5 minutes after...

Thread by: blake, May 4, 2017, 7 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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First post/engine rebuild question

Hello everyone, I've had two '82 Seca 550's since June of '16. I've worked on cars for almost my whole 22 years on this planet but this is my...

Thread by: petebrusch, Mar 26, 2017, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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For Sale 1982 Yamaha Seca XJ550R

Hello, Up for your consideration is a 1982 Yamaha Seca XJ550R. I picked this bike up many years ago to cleanup, get running, and use to get my...

Thread by: XJCG, Sep 9, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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550 Seca Fork HELP

I'm trying to replace the seals on my fork and I can't get the upper tubes out of the fork(sliders.) I loosened up the 8mm bolt on the bottom,...

Thread by: jmcgrew, May 21, 2016, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Fork woes - rechrome or straighten or find another set?

A minor accident 2 seasons back left my original fork tubes bent. I replaced them with a pair that were straight but from an outdoor wreck with...

Thread by: 4nik8r, Apr 20, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Wanted Fork tubes (uppers) for 81-83 Seca 550

Looking for pair of fork uppers, straight with good chrome for a Seca 550. Have lots of other parts for this bike for swap or trade, or will pay...

Thread by: 4nik8r, Apr 18, 2016, 20 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted

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