Alright so im giving up on trying to replace the starter clutch springs and rollers thru behind the alternator. I couldnt get the rotor off so I...
Alright so I am new to this website and also to the world of bikes. So I just purchased a 1982 Yamaha Seca. I got it for $100. lol I think bike...
Good evening all, I am brand new to owning a motorcycle. I've ridden a bit but this is my first bike and it's in rough shape. My hope is to use it...
Hi, Just a quick question. I am putting '83 XJ750r Forks on my '82 XJ650 and wanted to upgrade the brakes to dual caliper. I have the xj750 rim,...
Found an XJ that has been sitting for a bit. No front end no title but the guy says it ran before it got abandoned. Lemme know if you're in the...
I'm going to check out and probably buy my first bike today I'm looking at 1982 yamaha xj750 maxim looks real mint in the in pictures and for 1000...
I started trying to bend this nut locking tab over by propping the screwdriver against the clutch basket and the tab and smacking the end of the...
Hello everyone, I regularly ride my '84 XJ750, but have started having an intermittent issue where the bike suddenly loses power, and then snaps...
Have a 82 XJ750 and 1100 for sale. Both parts bikes, but the 750 is close to running. I got everything moving until i realized the 750 had no...
My exhaust is busted. Rusted to hell but the real issue are the holes which are covered by the clamps WHICH are also rusted so I'm afraid to force...
So had this bike in my garage growing up and I never really knew what it was. It was always just a motercycle to me that was always there. Now...
Hi, I've been trying to diagnose a charging issue on my Seca 750 - the battery appears to be undercharging. I have a Haynes Workshop Manual and...
Hey all, So I have a, according to the vin number, 83 XJ750K, and also according to the vin 10/82. My problem is, I currently have forks on the...
Well after getting my xj750 back running while being under this stay at home order for Covid-19 I found out my front brake master cylinder was...
[MEDIA] TLDR: Been fighting with the bike for a year to try and get it running right while throwing spare money at it when I get the chance....
Hi y'all I finally got my XJ to start! It's a bit cold here so it needed some extra juice from the battery to crank it up good. However I've got...
Hello, 1981 xj750 Seca. Bike sat all winter went to start it and Tries to turn over then slips. I wanna start it to do an oil change in hope of...
Hey guys! So I just cleaned up the carbs from my xj750 (pine-sol, compressed air everywhere, the whole thing) and its acting up on me. This is the...
So I got a 1982 xj750 basically out the scrap pile there's a few wires behind the headlight bucket that have broke ends mismatched colors etc but...
Hey guys - so back in November I posted on here asking if anyone had an xj750 carburetor and I got a bite and the guy offered me a carburetor for...
So that's rather unfortunate; I lost my only key somewhere in the woods, buried in snow. Did try to backtrack, but couldn't find it. I actually...
Hey folks, I'm new to the forum as I recently inherited a XJ750 Midnight Maxim (don't know if it's the '83 or '84 yet). I belive the bike was...
I have a set of 1981 XJ650 forks (upper and lower parts together) for sale. Good condition, straight, no pitting. I took them off to upgrade the...
1983 xj750 Midnight maxim build/project Hey guys! First post here - not sure if I’m doing it right... Anyway, Got this bike as a project, got...
Hello, first off I just purchased a 1982 Yamaha Maxim 750, I've just did alot of general maintenance on it such as: Fresh oil and filter, brand...
Hey guys. Long time lurker here. Finally managed to sign up. I've been riding and wrenching on bikes since the 1st yamaha (dt80) I got on my 8th...
I'm currently trying to replace a leaking head gasket I have the engine in TDC, Cam marks line up with the cam cap marks, Tensioner removed. I'm...
Hi all, I've been really enjoying the bike since I got it running, but I've run into a new issue. The other day I took it on the freeway for the...
Hey all. Got myself an 83 Yamaha XJ 750 Maxim. Just passed my beginners course and just registered the bike. I am super excited! I didn't get to...
Hey there XJ folks! So I'm in the process of rebuilding the calipers on my 750 Maxim. Pistons are in with with new seals and all went well there....
Some parts still in great condition to be harvested, or get the work done to make it road ready again. I believe it’s the RL but correct me if...
So after fighting some engine battles with this bike I finally got it running. Its a 1982 Xj750j. When I first went to fire up the bike I stuck...
So I am fine admitting that I am a complete NOOB to most engine work on a car or bike. I am a tinkerer and generally know how things work. This...
I’m looking for a set of carbs synced and ready to go for my bike, I will send these old ones too you as well as pay you for them.(old ones in...
I have a 1983 XJ750 that I'm currently cleaning/rebuilding the carbs on. One of the... Pilot air jets? I think that's what they're called.. The...
Hi everyone! This is my first time posting anything about my bike on this forum and first time documenting build progress , so take it easy on...
Ok...I guess I'm officially "that guy," annoying everyone with videos. o_O This one's wayyyyy tooo lonnngg.... but I just felt like squeezing in...
Hey guys new-ish to the forums and in need of some divine intervention. I recently purchased a 1982 xj750 seca for $1100 running and driving (my...
Moved to BC and couldn't bring my bike with me. Heading back home for a week and would like to sell my bike so my parents have some room in the...
Hello Everyone, I have picked up a second bike to use for parts. It is an 82 XJ750 seca that is in great shape. Every part is available, so if...
Yes yes, I know. One of the golden rules of mechanical work is to stay organized and tidy... However, here I am, spring in hand, with no idea from...
Sadly I have to sell my 83 midnight maxim xj750 because I'm being relocated for work and cant bring it with me. Bought the bike in the spring and...
I have a 1982 XJ750 Seca. Don't know much about its history as I bought it non running. We cleaned the carbs and got it running. Verified there...
Hey everyone! So I’m a long time lurker, first time poster... Anyways, I picked up a ‘83 750 Seca back a month and a half ago and had no problems...
I'm getting spark, and plug comes out looking wet, I swap plug with #4 and bike seems to pull hard for a few Minutes and a lot of smoke, I'm...
Looking for one in nice condition to finish restoring my black 1983 xj750k Maxim. Cheers!
Hey everyone! I've been on the forum for a little bit now and it has been INCREDIBLE. This site has been an absolute wealth of knowledge to pull...
I will sell some parts from this bike if you want them! Let me know if you want anything! Handlebars, Grips, controls... (right side reservoir and...
I'm super excited to get another opportunity at this again, I started one years ago but a dog chewed up the entire wiring and financial times...
