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Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by Mike Flores, Mar 16, 2016.

  1. Mike Flores

    Mike Flores Member

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    There is a compartment under my left side cover on my 83 mid max, it's empty but looks like it should have some sort of cover over it! I was wondering what it is for?
     
    Mike Flores, Mar 16, 2016
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    XJ550H Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    the factory security chain and tool kit 36 37
    toolchain.JPG
     
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  3. k-moe

    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    If you can't tell from the pic above, it's for the "security" chain. There is no cover. The business end of the chain locks onto a post that is part of the frame, which is what holds the chain in place when it's stored.
     
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    Should it have a cover?
     
    Mike Flores, Mar 16, 2016
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    Stumplifter Well-Known Member

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    Yes, it should.
    The left hand side cover, a mirror of the right hand side cover that goes over your battery . . . at least on an 81 XJ650 Maxim.
     
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  6. k-moe

    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    No it should not. He's talking about the chain storage case, not the side covers.
     
    k-moe, Mar 16, 2016
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    K-moe is correct
     
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    Thank you for the help!
     
    Mike Flores, Mar 16, 2016
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    Stumplifter Well-Known Member

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    Never mind . . . .
    Doh!

    I'm gonna blame it on daylight savings, yeah that's the ticket, my mind is out of whack. Sure that's got to be it.
     
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    jayrodoh YimYam

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    Speaking of, does anyone actually use the lock? Mine came with it and its in good shape, but seems kinda heavy and clunky to put back on.
     
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    cgutz Well-Known Member

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    I used mine the first few years when I lived in Chicago suburb. In South Dakota, I just lock the steering so they can't just roll it away. Chain is curled up in the rear compartment and hasn't been used in 25+ years.
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    I would not reccomend using the chain except for show. Even in the 80's it was only just a visual deterrent. The links are easily broken if a person knows how (and even bad thieves know how).
     
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    jayrodoh YimYam

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    Guess it stays in garage. I'm building mine to ride :)
     
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  14. k-moe

    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Even ridden bikes can go to shows...some even win a few trophies (Hi Hogfiddles :) )
     
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    I just use mine to store a couple of bungee cords.
     
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