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Hi. Just got my XJ

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by tryme, Nov 12, 2006.

  1. tryme

    tryme New Member

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    Well, i just recently purchased an 82 xj650 maxim.

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    I got it clean title and all from an estate auction. little over 10k miles. paid $80 for it.

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    done some minor mods. 27" drag bars. removed broken yamaha emblems from tank, removed pin stripes from tank and plastic covers, removed windshield, sissy & grab bar, luggage rack, and highway bar pegs and lights. lowered it as low as i could for now. took the seat cover off, cut about 3 inches out of the foam and restapled cover. installed a set of rejetted carbs and pod filters. then just started polishing! Ive only rode it around my house, but can already tell its a peppy little bike! and smooooooth, im in love with it already, and have only had it for a couple weeks.

    anyone have any suggestions for any other mods let me know! ill be looking for more power and handling as with all my other toys!
     
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    Hvnbnd Active Member

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    $80.00, aint America GRAND!!!!!???

    What a deal.

    What ya gonna do with those driving lites?
     
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    MiCarl Active Member

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    You'll easily get your money back from the sissy bar/luggage rack and highway bars.

    In fact, if you are interested in getting rid of 'em, shoot me a picture and price on the highway bars.
     
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  4. tryme

    tryme New Member

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    I do want to get rid of the spare parts. ive got what i took off, plus an extra set of carbs, an aftermarket exhaust, choke cable, etc. ill get some pics of the spare parts.

    im not sure if both lights work but will test them out and let you know. id be happy to sell them separate from the highway bars.
     
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    hell of a deal dude! and youve already started making it your own. Now that you trimed your seat I'd lose the chunky rear taillight for a more flush mounted aftermarket one. Looks great, keep up the good work!
     
    robista361, Nov 14, 2006
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    Looks very similar to mine in it's current state, only mine is purple (for now).
     
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    bar end mirrors
    so far so good, i want to see it in the spring
     
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    yeh, i've got the bar end mirrors on mine too. i should probably take some shots from it's current condition through the winter "rebuild" or whatever... maybe tomorrow.
     
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    SnoSheriff Site Owner Staff Member Administrator

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    Welcome tryme. Wow, what a deal you got there 8O. That's a good looking bike for $80 bux!!!
     
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  10. tryme

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    Ive got separate pics now of all the extra parts i have for sale. ive got two sets of bars, pull backs and xs style. ive got a rc performance products 4 into 1 header & muffler missing the baffle too thats not shown. ive got pics of everything email me tjoy@adelphia.net
     
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