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Recent Content by MNXJ650J

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    Improving mileage?

    I drive an '82 650 Maxim to work and back every day and I average 50 MPG. I've found that I get the best mileage at around 55 MPH. Remeber the...
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Aug 4, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Minnesota

    I live in Maplewood. I usually ride my XJ650J back and forth to work in Minnetonka when the weather is nice. I rode it to work on Friday, but...
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Apr 7, 2008 in forum: Central US and Canada
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    Commuting

    I bought my current bike in May of this year to commute back and forth to work. I drive 22 miles each way. It used to take me 35-40 minutes each...
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Oct 12, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Just bought a 1983 Yamaha Virago 500 for my wife!

    I used to have a 750 Virago and it was a pretty good bike. I bought a brand new 1982 750 Virago in 1986 for $1595. Back in the mid '80-s you could...
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Oct 12, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    How fast was I going?

    Since these bikes have a manual transmission and shaft drive, the speed to RPM ratio is fixed. Unlike older cars with torque converters that had...
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Sep 28, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Powdercoat, paint, or anodize aluminum engine covers?

    I'm thinking of trying to buff out my engine over the winter. Can you tell me how you did this? It really looks great!
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Sep 21, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Gotta love it!

    My last fillup was $5.99. I usually fill my little 3.4 gallon tank every 100 Miles. I'll hit reserve at 120 miles. I'd love to find a good deal on...
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Sep 18, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Replica badges

    Both those sites have the tank badges, but does anyone know where to find the side cover badges for a 650 Maxim for a reasonable price?
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Sep 18, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    9/11/01 Memories: Where were you?

    I was in my office with no TV. My wife called to tell me what happened. I tried to get more info on CNN.COM, but there were so many people hitting...
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Sep 11, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Motordirect sells helmets for 30 bucks!

    I have one of those $69 Raider helmets and it seems to be one of the best helmets I've used. My previous helmet buffeted around in the wind at...
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Aug 27, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Seafoam vs Gumout: what's the difference?

    I'm also a fan of Seafoam because it contains a fuel stablizer. I do not know if the Gumout product contains that.
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Aug 27, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    RickCo Pops Max Wheelie!

    My old 550 Maxim would pull the front wheel up with ease. I believe the 550 only has 50 horsepower and weighs about 465 pounds. My current 650 has...
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Aug 24, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    RickCo Pops Max Wheelie!

    My old 550 Maxim would pull the front wheel up with ease. I believe the 550 only has 50 horsepower and weighs about 465 pounds. My current 650 has...
    Post by: MNXJ650J, Aug 24, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Parts Exchange between XJ650 and XJ750 Maxims

    I have an 82 XJ650 Maxim and I like the look of the 750 seat and sissy bar. Does anyone know if you can easily put the 750 seat and sissy bar on...
    Thread by: MNXJ650J, Aug 17, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat