Technical discussion for NON XJ motorcycles.. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:36:21 +0000 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:36:21 +0000 XJBikes - Yamaha XJ Motorcycle Forum https://xjbikes.com/forums/forums/other-motorcycles.5/ Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:42:10 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/biker-jackets-style-comfort-and-durability-what-should-i-look-for.133449/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/biker-jackets-style-comfort-and-durability-what-should-i-look-for.133449/ invalid@example.com (rustycloe) rustycloe
I'm thinking about buying a biker jacket and would love some advice from people who own or have tried different styles. What should I prioritize, leather quality, fit, or brand reputation?

Are real leather jackets worth the extra cost compared to faux leather in terms of durability and comfort? Also, how important is protection if I plan to use it mainly for fashion rather than riding?

I’m confused about sizing since some jackets run tight, while others are more relaxed....

Biker Jackets: Style, Comfort, and Durability What Should I Look For?]]> 5 Sun, 15 Mar 2026 23:26:07 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/2008-yam-stratoliner-s.133414/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/2008-yam-stratoliner-s.133414/ invalid@example.com (Timbox) Timbox
Here is a good example of a bike that falls into your lap. Has been sitting outside sense 2018.
2008 Yam Stratoliner S]]> 4 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:32:23 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/what-i-like-about-my-english-bike.132502/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/what-i-like-about-my-english-bike.132502/ invalid@example.com (Simmy) Simmy This bike (441 Victor) is only for riding the fairgrounds of the local vintage rally.
Several years back I put a brand new Amal on it and had it starting with one kick.
Then it sat until the following year and I haven't had it running since.
I'm going to make one more attempt at cleaning this sucker out, they are notorious for plugging up with all the right angle bends the passage makes.
My 63 years were showing as I tried to kick this thing to life, actually...

What I like about my English bike]]> 6 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:37:45 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/wanna-take-a-yamaha-fzx-out-for-a-ride.132239/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/wanna-take-a-yamaha-fzx-out-for-a-ride.132239/ invalid@example.com (xHondaHack) xHondaHack

Thought there may be an interest in going for a ride on one of the "other" Yamaha's I own.

It's the custom 1986 Fazer 700 (FZX) I built.
Enjoy!

Tony]]> 6 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:10:00 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/1983-honda-cx650c.133332/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/1983-honda-cx650c.133332/ invalid@example.com (Timbox) Timbox
I got a deal from the friend of mine in town for this Honda CX650. She is old, has been picked over and even had the starter removed. I have a stater on order and made sure the engine was free. Moved the engine with the rear tire in top gear plugs out. I will get some pics shortly.

The...

1983 Honda CX650C]]> 15 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:51:11 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/crazy-chopper.133366/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/crazy-chopper.133366/ invalid@example.com (Simmy) Simmy View attachment 52370 View attachment 52371 Ok who can guess the motor in this chop]]> 5 Sat, 10 Jan 2026 11:06:40 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/yamaha-srx250.133361/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/yamaha-srx250.133361/ invalid@example.com (Fuller56) Fuller56 1987 Yamaha Srx - motorcycle parts - by owner - vehicle automotive bike sale - craigslist

This little fellow just popped on CL this morning. I am thinking of going to look just out of curiosity. I had a VTR250 Honda awhile ago and it was awesome fun, this should be similar.]]> 4 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:15:09 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/klr650.129534/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/klr650.129534/ invalid@example.com (Simmy) Simmy I found both exhaust valves tight.
Unfortunately camshaft removal is part of the process to change shims.
Fortunately the shims are the same as our XJ's.
Unfortunately my salvaged XJ shim collection starts at 265.
I need 2 x 255's.
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Here's the link
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/mpo/d/forest-lake-1983-mc-honda-selling-whole/7856090059.html]]> 12 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 14:47:00 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/exc525.132380/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/exc525.132380/ invalid@example.com (Simmy) Simmy Really haven't ridden it much in the last 2 years but hope to change that.
I couldn't figure out why the electric starter struggled to turn the motor, relying on the old-fashioned kick lever.
At 63 I need the push button, kicking a 500 is a beastly task even for the young.

I had already changed batteries and tried boosting it so that was not it. A mechanic suggested the auto-decompressor malfunctioning so I looked there.
After pulling the...

EXC525]]> 15 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 23:31:20 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/1981-kaw-gpz-550.132640/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/1981-kaw-gpz-550.132640/ invalid@example.com (Timbox) Timbox GPZ 550 by...

1981 Kaw GPZ 550]]> 17 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 23:20:27 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/need-help-with-a-voltage-reg-pinout.133173/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/need-help-with-a-voltage-reg-pinout.133173/ invalid@example.com (Timbox) Timbox
The wiring harness got all messed up and the wires no longer are attached to the OEM places. I know the stator White with two red dots is one of the bottom pins, the other stator pin is Gray with two red dots. I need to know the three pin row. One seems to be marked with a "B" top left as it faces you. Just need to know so I don't fry anything.

Thanks...

Need help with a Voltage Reg pinout]]> 4 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 13:04:19 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/2006-honda-vtx-1800c3.132268/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/2006-honda-vtx-1800c3.132268/ invalid@example.com (Timbox) Timbox
Lets me straight to the point, I am frugal and well the Raider was not in my price range for a used bike in the Mid Wisconsin area. So the Honda with some damage was and after today's cool ride, I have a smile on my face....

2006 Honda VTX 1800C3]]> 5 Tue, 10 Jun 2025 04:10:05 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/1989-yamaha-radian.124589/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/1989-yamaha-radian.124589/ invalid@example.com (Shane A Williams) Shane A Williams
Specifically I Need help identifying this connection. where does it connect to?

SOrry about the sideways picture it won't let me add it to the body.. New Here

*EDIT* added text, tried to add image.

]]> 11 Sat, 24 May 2025 17:10:12 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/yamaha-e-turbo-bike.133051/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/yamaha-e-turbo-bike.133051/ invalid@example.com (Franz) Franz https://www.visordown.com/news/patents-reveal-yamaha-e-turbo-cp3-bike]]> 2 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 11:40:34 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/fuel-distributor-filter.132982/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/fuel-distributor-filter.132982/ invalid@example.com (toglhot) toglhot As the VM carbs I replaced the BS carbs with don’t have that link I machined up a fuel distributor block to ensure both sides of the tank retained the same fuel level.

A small block of 6061 was mounted on the...

Fuel distributor/filter.]]> 1 Sat, 12 Apr 2025 19:18:45 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/pancake-filters.132971/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/pancake-filters.132971/ invalid@example.com (toglhot) toglhot After fitting the pod filters I noticed the rubber ring that clamps to the carb bellmouth partially obscures the jets in the bellmouth, not ideal, so I decided to make a couple of pancake style filters.
I cut a 15mm slice off the 101.6mm lump of ally and turned down one end to 97.4mm, then cut a piece of 1.7mm sheet to around 111-mm in diameter, stuck them together and bashed the overhang until there wasn’t one. I have to use my left hand now, as the right elbow complains....

Pancake filters]]> 1 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 03:35:42 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/1981-xv750-cam-chain-replacement.132955/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/1981-xv750-cam-chain-replacement.132955/ invalid@example.com (Lonewulv13) Lonewulv13
Thanks]]> 13 Wed, 09 Apr 2025 22:32:28 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/pma-conversion.132961/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/pma-conversion.132961/ invalid@example.com (toglhot) toglhot You can buy a kit from one of the many XS650 parts outlets, but the $$$ are frightening in Oz. I hunted around on ebay for stators and rotors that would fit and found a new stator and reg/rec for an XV and a rotor for a Banshee all for $130, then turned up a mount to fit the stator to the XS crankcase.
In fitting the new PMA alternator it's important to fit the stator in the correct position,...

PMA conversion.]]> 2 Sun, 06 Apr 2025 11:42:25 +0000 https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/two-bikes-could-not-pass-up-nomad-1600-and-vulcan-800.130668/ https://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/two-bikes-could-not-pass-up-nomad-1600-and-vulcan-800.130668/ invalid@example.com (Timbox) Timbox
Picked up a 2006 Nomad and 1996 Vulcan 800 on a two bike deal. Going through the 800 now, have it running but still needs some adjusting. PO had interesting fixes for things like spark plug wires.. The gas tank was also nasty, so that will have to soak for a while to eat that rust out. Tires are good and it has some dings and scratches....but it was not the bike I was going to buy.

The Nomad 1600 was the bike I wanted. 48K miles and has...

Two bikes could not pass up...Nomad 1600 and Vulcan 800]]> 13