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xj650 maxim

  1. Ant the Man
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    1980 XJ650 Maxim one exhaust much hotter than the other

    Hey everyone, Thanks for all info throughout the years!! Recently i bought a 1980 XJ650 Maxim (5000 Miles!!) and brought it down from Colorado to...
    Thread by: Ant the Man, Dec 22, 2025, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. co.dirtbiker
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    1983 XJ900 Seca (or 1980-1983 XJ650 Maxim) Toolkit contents

    My 900 is missing the factory toolkit. I'd like to find a replacement set for the sake of completeness. There are a lot of toolkits on eBay, but...
    Thread by: co.dirtbiker, Oct 8, 2024, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Inder Singh
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    1983 XJ650 Starter Makes Terrible Noise

    My 1983 xj650 Maxim makes a terrible noise when you turn it over. It’s like a grinding noise and I believe it’s that starter. I was seeing some...
    Thread by: Inder Singh, Sep 16, 2024, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Levi Wells
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    Wanted XJ 650 Maxim Exhaust

    I’m looking for an aftermarket exhaust for my 1982 xj650 maxim. I’m interested in buying a used exhaust if in good condition no dents and no rust...
    Thread by: Levi Wells, Feb 6, 2022, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  5. Levi Wells
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    Wanted Xj650/xj750 4 to 1 exhaust

    I need a xj650 or xj750 4 to 1 exhaust in good condition with no dents. I have a 1982 xj650 maxim and looking to replace the original exhaust
    Thread by: Levi Wells, Oct 25, 2021, 11 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  6. KeithK
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    81 xj650 Cafe Cruiser

    Hello Folks! I bought an 81 cj650 last year and want to do some mods to it. Bike ran well, brakes sucked and a death wobble at about 50. I’m...
    Thread by: KeithK, Apr 29, 2021, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. 750MaximSeattle
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    For Sale xj750 engine parts

    Complete set of parts available, except case. Please see future updates for parts available. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Thread by: 750MaximSeattle, Jul 13, 2019, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  8. 750MaximSeattle
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    For Sale xj650j Maxim part out

    Parting out this 1982 xj650j Maxim. For a list of current parts, please see links to updated ad. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Thread by: 750MaximSeattle, Jun 27, 2019, 25 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  9. Quinten Michael Permenter
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    Wanted XJ650/700/750 Starter motor

    Looking for a starter for my 1985 XJ700 Maxim but the 650 and 750 will also work. Wire melted off of mine as well as very bad insulation. PM me...
    Thread by: Quinten Michael Permenter, Jun 11, 2019, 8 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  10. Jmkrull
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    For Sale 1980 Yamaha Maxim

    $500/OBO. Restored Yamaha Maxim with 35600 miles. I've been working on it for a couple years at this point, but got a new bike. It's not...
    Thread by: Jmkrull, May 23, 2019, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  11. 750MaximSeattle
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    For Sale Sport Fairing for xj650 Maxim & xj750K Maxim

    $175 plus shipping. For a shipping quote, PM me with your zip code....
    Thread by: 750MaximSeattle, Apr 16, 2019, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  12. 750MaximSeattle
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    For Sale xj650 Maxim Part-out with fairing & backrest

    Keeping just a few parts, selling the rest. Just brought home today. Link to list of parts with prices:...
    Thread by: 750MaximSeattle, Jan 12, 2019, 20 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  13. anthony771
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    1982 xj650 Cranks but wont start 2 days after buying.

    Hello, I bought a 1982 xj650 maxim 2 days ago. It ran beautifully and started right up when I was testing it before buying. Rode it home 25 miles...
    Thread by: anthony771, Nov 15, 2018, 72 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Davit Apikyan
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    XJ650 backfiring

    Hey fellow xj650 owners, so the other day i sent my carbs to get rebuilt and rejetted for pods and high flow exhaust. And today i put them on the...
    Thread by: Davit Apikyan, Oct 9, 2018, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Jmkrull
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    Harness Ground Point - XJ650

    Quick question. I have the two ground straps (battery to engine/engine to TCI side). What is the point to ground the wiring harness? Just find a...
    Thread by: Jmkrull, Jul 10, 2018, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Franc
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    No power at all ('80 XJ650 Maxim I)

    Hi, all. I'm in a hard spot with my bike and am hoping for some guidance. I'll try and be as concise and descriptive ass possible. -The other day...
    Thread by: Franc, May 15, 2018, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. DimaV
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    Are every xj650 oil pumps identical?

    Hi. Have to change my oil pump and I wonder : Are every xj650 oil pumps identical? For expl. : If I have xj650 Seca (1982) and I will buy oil pump...
    Thread by: DimaV, Mar 5, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Linds
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    Wanted Xj650 maxim fork front emblem

    Hey all! Just joined the forum. I got an ‘82 Xj650 maxim for my birthday. This is my first bike and I’m going to take my classes next month at...
    Thread by: Linds, Feb 25, 2018, 5 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  19. Jmkrull
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    Cables and Master Cylinder Questions - Bar Change

    So, I mounted a set of Clubman bars upside down/inverted (basically dragbars with a little downward point and angle towards the rider) instead of...
    Thread by: Jmkrull, Oct 18, 2017, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Joseph Robinson
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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
  21. charles Byrd
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    82 XJ650 MAXIM efi project

    Hello . I recently decided to pull my dads xj650 out and convert to efi cafe style. I will be posting pictures as i get them . I have a couple of...
    Thread by: charles Byrd, Oct 1, 2017, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Jmkrull
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    Electrical Issues on XJ650

    I'm at a loss with some electrical problems. Right now I am having issues with: Turn Signals: When I got the bike a week ago, they worked. Then...
    Thread by: Jmkrull, Jun 11, 2017, 31 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Mikey Roy
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    NEED HELP FROM EXPERIENCED XJ650 USERS PLEASE!!!

    Hello Fellow Riders, I just picked up a 1981 Yamaha XJ650, the owner already did the Bobber conversion on it and it looks pretty good. Some...
    Thread by: Mikey Roy, May 5, 2017, 26 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. XJ650JMaxim
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    For Sale Seat for a 1980 to 1983 Yamaha XJ650 Maxim.

    Seat for a 1980 to 1983 Yamaha XJ650 Maxim. The seat is in great shape. No scratches, marks, nicks, scars, holes, wounds or unseemly stains....
    Thread by: XJ650JMaxim, May 4, 2017, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  25. maximxj650j
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    XJ650 Starting Problems...

    Hey guys, I have a 1982 Yamaha XJ650j that has starting problems, it will start on push start and once it is started and the engine warms up it...
    Thread by: maximxj650j, Oct 7, 2016, 6 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  26. Alec Smith
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    XJ650 won't start

    Hey guys! I'm new to the site and to the moto world. Just bought my first bike last week. An 80 XJ650 Maxim. It ran pretty well once we got it...
    Thread by: Alec Smith, Jun 29, 2016, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. vagabond
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    Mechanic in Tucson?

    My '80 XJ650 Maxim is giving me a lot of trouble. I'd like to fix most of the smaller stuff myself, but I'm stumped on why my battery won't stay...
    Thread by: vagabond, Jun 29, 2016, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. willmarmnxj650
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    81 maxim xj650 extending out the forks help

    hi I am working on my project and since I hard tailed the frame I don't like the stance of the bike the rear was lowered and the front stayed the...
    Thread by: willmarmnxj650, Apr 28, 2016, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  29. Showcase Item

    1982 Xj650 Maxim[um] Tracker

    The goal of the build was to create a custom xj650 tracker/brat bike.
    Posted by: sybe, Apr 19, 2016 in category: XJ Garage
  30. Dillon r.
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    New to forum justt purchased my first bike an 81 xj650 midnight maxim going to bob it.

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Hello everyone my names Dillon from Washington state just picked up a 81 xj650 midnight maxim for an awesome...
    Thread by: Dillon r., Apr 5, 2016, 29 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. Andrew Scoggins
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    Installing a Windshield with a Custom Housing

    Hey Everyone, I'm new here and relatively new to motorcycles in general, but I have an 82 650 Maxim that's had some work done to it and I'm...
    Thread by: Andrew Scoggins, Feb 16, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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