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  1. LGL
    Thread

    81 xj550 Can't get a spark

    Recently purchased an 81 xj550 and started turning it into a cafe racer. Re-wired the entire bike and had a working harness and a running bike. I...
    Thread by: LGL, Mar 11, 2017, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. CurleyJ00
    Thread

    XJ550 Starting Problems

    I just stared working on a 1982 XJ550 Maxim but I can't get it to start. I changed spark plugs and changed the oil and got it to run for about 5...
    Thread by: CurleyJ00, Mar 6, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. jmcgrew
    Thread

    82 XJ550 sect with no spark

    alright.... more questions.. I've been working on my bike on and off for a few years now and have made some solid progress. Last fall/early...
    Thread by: jmcgrew, Mar 1, 2017, 25 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. LOEWY
    Thread

    Wanted WANTED XJ550R SECA FUEL TANK

    Howdie folks, TL;DR: messed up and have a crappy tank now, would rather buy one in functioning condition. purchased a 83 550 SECA last year in...
    Thread by: LOEWY, Feb 21, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  5. Minus1
    Thread

    XJ550 Misfit Build

    Hello Everyone, I picked up an 81 XJ550 Maxim a few months back for a winter project. I have wanted to do a project bike for a while and this one...
    Thread by: Minus1, Jan 4, 2017, 31 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. XJAUS
    Thread

    XJ 550 Parts

    Just received my first batch of parts from Len at XJ4Ever!. Great personal service, with not only really helpful information, links and advice,...
    Thread by: XJAUS, Oct 18, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  7. Arphaxhad
    Thread

    XJ 550 IS GETTING NO POWER AT ALL HELP PLEASE!

    Hey guys so my 1982 Yamaha XJ550 is not getting any power to electricals at all, and i am running out of options! First it Ran fine, i even rode...
    Thread by: Arphaxhad, Sep 30, 2016, 150 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. JCRob2
    Thread

    81 XJ 550 Maxim not starting

    First off, I'm new to rebuilding bikes. First project. I bought two xj 550 maxims from craiglist. One was a parts bike and one with a title. The...
    Thread by: JCRob2, Sep 18, 2016, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Nathannjay
    Thread

    NEED HELP - 1982 XJ550 Not Starting

    Hi all, please could somebody help me? Any advice would be much appreciated! I recently purchased 1982 Yamaha XJ550 a few weeks back. On the day...
    Thread by: Nathannjay, Sep 13, 2016, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. LXJ550
    Thread

    1984 XJ550 Maxim Oil light & oil level issues

    Hi everyone I am new to this forum so I hope this covers everything. I have only owned this bike for a few months this year, all has been going...
    Thread by: LXJ550, Aug 27, 2016, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. DatelessPiano
    Thread

    Wanted XJ550 Airbox Lid

    I need the airbox lid for an xj550 Seca. I saw one super cheap on eBay a while back but didn't buy it because I was considering swapping the stock...
    Thread by: DatelessPiano, Aug 11, 2016, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  12. Rrstryker
    Thread

    Year changes

    i have a 1982 xj550. I found an 81 I was going to use as a parts bike. How much has changed in the year diffrence? Bike is 2 hours away and I...
    Thread by: Rrstryker, Aug 1, 2016, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Tim Brewster
    Thread

    Right side controls grounding help - thanks!

    I had an issue with my 1981 xj550 not starting. Turns out that if you replace the handlebars with aftermarket bars, you have to sand the new...
    Thread by: Tim Brewster, Jul 25, 2016, 1 replies, in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  14. DatelessPiano
    Thread

    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
  15. Yousef
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    A little bit of this and that, mostly YOUR help. :)

    Hi guys, Im the proud owner of a XJ 550 Seca from 82, a european model, Im from Denmark. :) I have a few questions I hope You can help me with....
    Thread by: Yousef, Jul 5, 2016, 28 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. shawn tunstall
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    1982 XJ550 maxim not starting

    Hey guys my names shawn and im a new rider. i picked up a Yamaha XJ550 maxim 1982 and im having trouble getting it started. the bikes starter...
    Thread by: shawn tunstall, Jun 25, 2016, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. JustinOther1
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    For Sale 1981 XJ550R Seca - Ride it anywhere

    Located in Indiana. [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] In the last season I've bought a new X-Ring chain, NOS rear sprocket, new air filter, new mufflers,...
    Thread by: JustinOther1, Jun 17, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  18. tlawrence1381
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    Replacing front brake line

    I've been looking to replace the front brake lines on my '82 XJ550 after reading thru some of the threads that strongly advised it. After doing...
    Thread by: tlawrence1381, Jun 1, 2016, 20 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Dean M
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    1982 XJ550 MAXIM BOBBER

    [ATTACH]Would like some thoughts and some ideas on what I could do to this little beast next?
    Thread by: Dean M, May 3, 2016, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. Matthew Lipski
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    Have power, but wont start or turn over.. NEED HELP! 81 Maxim 550

    [ATTACH] So, i am doing a bobber/ chopper build... I had a running, functioning bike before i started the build... But now, as I re-assemble... I...
    Thread by: Matthew Lipski, Apr 15, 2016, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Ky13harbor9
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    Turbo XJ550

    Have any of you seen this article? I was just googling around to see if anyone had turbo'd their XJ550... and sure enough, someone has....
    Thread by: Ky13harbor9, Apr 7, 2016, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. 81550Seca
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    Time to consider mods... 1981 XJ550 Seca

    Hi guys, I've finally got my bike running reliably and I am ready to start considering mods. Very grateful for any experiences, tips, or ideas you...
    Thread by: 81550Seca, Apr 5, 2016, 25 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. kkohler92
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    For Sale Parts Bike

    Hey all, long time lurker, but new to the thread, i apologize for any sin I may commit. I have 2 parts bikes I need to get rid of. They were...
    Thread by: kkohler92, Mar 25, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  24. Michaelxj550
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    Wanted 81' XJ550 Maxim Tank Badge (Right Side)

    Hello, I am searching for a right hand side xj550 maxim tank badge. It can be in any condition as long as it is not broken. My left side is also...
    Thread by: Michaelxj550, Feb 22, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  25. 81550Seca
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    Installing Airbox on 550 Seca

    I've done a search and found a discussion that suggests removing the front engine mount and tilting the engine. That would be in addition to...
    Thread by: 81550Seca, Jan 13, 2016, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. RiceBiker
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    xj650 intake manifolds

    I'm experiencing an erratic idle and I think I'm getting vacuum leaks through the intake manifolds. Intake manifolds are all cracked. I saw a set...
    Thread by: RiceBiker, Jan 11, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. EvenStephens
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    Maxim XJ550 Cafe Racer Help

    Hey everyone! I'm new to riding and as a Christmas present my father-in-law bought me a 81 Maxim. It had some work that needed done but I was...
    Thread by: EvenStephens, Dec 16, 2015, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  28. EvenStephens
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    1981 XJ550 Maxim Help Needed Please

    Ok so my father-in-law bought me a 1981 550 Maxim as a Christmas present. Of course there is some work that needs to be done with it which we have...
    Thread by: EvenStephens, Dec 6, 2015, 1 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  29. swedishXJ
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    For Sale XJ400/550 parts for sale!

    One fateful day i decided to open up the gearbox and tinker with the frictionplates. When i closed the lid, i didnt think the specific numbers on...
    Thread by: swedishXJ, Nov 18, 2015, 8 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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