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Hi from VA Beach!

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by 98formulaLS1, May 19, 2009.

  1. 98formulaLS1

    98formulaLS1 New Member

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    Location:
    Virginia Beach, VA
    Year: 1981
    Make: Yamaha
    Model: XJ550 Maxim
    Miles: 9,000
    Color: Black

    This is the second bike I've owned, and the first one that I'll be able to ride daily! It needed a little TLC, but I took care of that today. I bought it from the 2nd Owner, who has owned it for the past 10 years. He took great care of it, putting in oils and additive that are much higher quality and much more expensive than even I can afford, lol. The bike is in overall great shape, with a little adjustments needed here and there.

    The last things he did with the bike is put on new tires, new brake pads, and new fork seals.
    Since I've had it today, I've replaced the oil w/ filter, spark plugs, replaced and bleed the front brakes, disassembled and thoroughly cleaned the car, replaced the battery, bought a waterproof bike cover, and prepped my backyard for the storage of this machine. It will be on the road soon.

    Let me know what ya'll think?
     

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    stereomind Active Member

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    Wow, the carbs are so clean you can see through them! :mrgreen:

    j/k

    Good looking ride... I dig the solid black front fender. Is that stock?
     
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    bill Active Member

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    Nice looking bike - welcome.
     
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    98formulaLS1 New Member

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    not its not stock. the original owner (I am #3) decided he wanted to paint the fender, tank, and air cleaner covers with gloss black rustoleum. It's nice, I've painted tons of items with this same paint, but I've also added multiple light layers and a clear coat for added protection. I'm going to sand those back down, and repaint properly.

    The carbs are back on now, but theyre coming off tonight for my very detailed cleaning. I'm going to use the thread that I posted today.
     
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