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Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by ronha13, Sep 18, 2008.

  1. ronha13

    ronha13 Member

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    From the land of cheese curds and cow farts.

    I just bought a 1985 Yamaha Maxim 18500 miles, in excellent condition.
    It has been sitting in a garage while the last three owners used it once
    in a while when they were home from Service tours and College.
    It does not like to idle very well, but is getting better with each mile.
    (This bike sure likes to run around 6000 - 8000 RPM's)

    It is listed as a 700cc, but I have been told that it has a 750cc motor in it.
    Can anyone fill me in on the details with this?
    Also... how/where would I check to find out the info on this bike?

    All I have is the title - no owners manual or anything.

    Thanks.
    Ron.
     
    ronha13, Sep 18, 2008
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  2. Gamuru

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    And the adventure begins again. Welcome to the site.

    The number crunchers will be along in a few to help you ID your bike.
     
    Gamuru, Sep 18, 2008
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  3. bigfitz52

    bigfitz52 Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    You need to look at the steering head for the full serial number (and date of manufacture, which may or not correspond to the "year" it is titled as) and on the top of (I believe) the right side of the engine for the "abbreviated" serial number (model code and "serial") and see if they match, for starters. Write down both and post, that's a start.
     
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    Welcome Cheddar head. I can't help you, but I'm sure someone can.
     
    kayaker, Sep 18, 2008
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    stereomind Active Member

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    look around on the very front of the motor, in the middle - the CC should be stamped on the head or valve body.. don't remember which. If it says 748cc, that's a "750".
     
    stereomind, Sep 18, 2008
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  6. SlackerMax

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    If its a Maxim-X you can go here - www.maxim-x.com and cross reference the VIN with the year. Click on "notes" at the top and look for the comparison between 85/86. Lots of other good info there too (if its an X)
     
    SlackerMax, Sep 23, 2008
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    welcome ronha13,I am new as well, i have a 1981 xj650. :mrgreen:
     
    Heater68, Sep 26, 2008
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  8. NursePadawan

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    Welcome to the addiction, guys! Remember, your bike doesn't exist until you post pics!
     
    NursePadawan, Sep 26, 2008
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  9. bill

    bill Active Member

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    Welcome - please add your bike to the signature line so when you have questions folks can easily identify the year, type and mods.

    A ton of good info on the site - enjoy...
     
    bill, Sep 26, 2008
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