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Recent Content by wink1018

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    No spark 1982 xj750

    When do you not have spark?
    Post by: wink1018, May 13, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Not charging

    What about checking AC Voltage on the white wires during engine running at idle and 3000 rpms?
    Post by: wink1018, May 13, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Tick

    Do that and it looses it hardness. I highly recommend getting in touch with hogfiddles or Chacal to get you the proper parts required. The...
    Post by: wink1018, Apr 24, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ keeps dying

    Valves were checked for proper clearance? Running carb sync done? Float levels verified by the wet method? Ignition coiled ohmed out? These...
    Post by: wink1018, Apr 22, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Who-hoooo!! It was actually not snowing or raining today. Took my maxim out fora 50 mile shakedown run. Notes: Slight adjustments needed on...
    Post by: wink1018, Apr 21, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New bikes

    To me those are reminiscent of the Buel motorcycles. I’m not a huge fan of that style. However, they aren’t the worst looking rides being sold today.
    Post by: wink1018, Apr 15, 2018 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    New bikes

    Is it just me or does it seem that Yamaha has the best and broadest selection of bikes nowadays? I mean, they are the best looking with less...
    Thread by: wink1018, Apr 14, 2018, 15 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    Stalling at Idle (1982 XJ650 Maxim)

    And when was the last time the valves gaps were checked? Also, check your coils and plug wires. My 81 650used to to that. I found that one of my...
    Post by: wink1018, Apr 10, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Aftermarket Exhaust Suggestions - No re-jetting Required

    Look at MAC exhaust products.
    Post by: wink1018, Apr 8, 2018 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 XJ 650 Maxim rough running.... Help!

    Are the valves in spec? This is the first thing to check before any carb work should be done.
    Post by: wink1018, Apr 8, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Pulled the carbs. Gave them a quick spring cleaning. Changed the spark plugs. Started recovering the original saddle. Inspected the brakes. Bled...
    Post by: wink1018, Apr 7, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Luggage

    I have a set of saddlebags that get shared with two of my bikes. Whenever I ride it to work, you will get a chance to see the setup.
    Post by: wink1018, Apr 6, 2018 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Any New York or PA riders here?

    Just moved back to central PA this winter. I’m now near the Williamsport area.
    Post by: wink1018, Apr 5, 2018 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Why did you buy an XJ?

    That's the plan. However, my daughter shows more interest in bikes than my son. I'm not hurt about it. He loves guns, like his old man....
    Post by: wink1018, Oct 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat