Edmonton Alberta.

Any XJ550 owners in the Edmonton area?
I recently bought a 1982 Seca 550 non running and it's kicking my ass trying to get it running.
It came without an ignition switch (it isn't stolen but somebody did try to steal it).
My knowledge of electrical systems is nil.
The bike is in otherwise good shape and I'd like to get it on the road.

I don't have a lot of cash but I would be willing to pay for your time and there is always beer in the garage fridge!

So, If anyone in the area would be willing to help me out I would greatly appreciate it.

 

Good luck with that one. I just bought a 1985 XJ 700 MAXIM X (american version). I am just starting on it and live in Trochu, AB. Any other Albertans on here?

 

Calgary here !

 

Got a XJ650 1981 in Edmonton. It runs good except for starting issues when cold. Probably need to open and clean carbs.

 

ahhhh yea!

Im downtown Edmonton. Just bought a 1982 xj750 Maxim, starting to get it all tuned up and ready for some summer trips, cant wait

 

hi guys im in edmonton also ,if anyone needs any help on their bikes give me an email and will gladly help you out , i am an automotive mechanic and also an old hand at yamaha bikes ,and dont mind working on older bikes as the dealers dont even look at them anymore . but i need help also i only have my knowledge test and of course my class 5 but need some one in south side to ride with to get practice for my road test , i rode bike for many years but was motocross ,so gettn use to the road now lol also looking for old xj bikes to restore and part out im looking to start the only indoor motorcycle recycle yard in edmonton ,and need as much inventory as i can find guys help me out please lol

 

Prime example of who may be living nearby and able to lend a helping hand!
Good idea to put location in sig, doesn't have to be your whole mailing address, but city is good enough.

+1 for deckermanon

 

I'm in edmonton, and I have an 81 XJ550RH seca. I don't know if you're still around, but either you sold me that bike and now I have this ignition problem (solenoid from my guess). If not, let's bash our brains together trying to figure it out!

 

hi there thanks ,and always willing to help out when i can .great scott i wouldnt be the guy that sold a seca thats for sure lol i have been looking for one for awhile to buy ,but maybe can help you out ,need to know if there is any spark ,if not just disconnect ignition switch and jump wire from brown wire to red wire ,and that should make the neutral light come on ,if not then you have a fuse blown or dead battery , or possibly bad ground ,run a wire from battery negative to a known good ground spot on frame ,try that ,and also make sure you have 12 volts at the coil + and a good ground at coil -,if all this fails message me and will gladly come by and see whats up ,i got a manual here so i have all wiring diagrams if needed ,

 

hi if anyone in edmonton got an old yamaha street bike doesnt matter what size or type ,im just looking to give them a good home ,im into restoring these old beasts and need some donors for my projects ,must be cheap or free ,will take anything lol i just need parts and more parts ,message me if you have anything you looking to get rid of ,thanks

 

Hey deck, have you started your business up yet?
Post some pics of your inventory or shop or whatever so we can get an idea of the scope of your plans.

 

still working on gettn more inventory not really enough to post up yet but bustn my butt try to get ready for summer lol ,hopefully will be open in june or july will keep you posted on progress ,thanks

 

picked up 2 xs 400s 2f today will make one out of two ,nice bikes and getting hoefully 3 xs 850 this weekend and an 1980 mindight special all will be for sale here in edmonton by next have to check them over and tune them up first and of course a good polish on the chrome will make these classics like new looking so if anyone is interested in a bike text me will give you a good deal on a bike ,have a good day people !!!!!!!!

 

Once this da*m rain stops, we should have an Edmonton Seca run!

 

a seca run would be cool i bought an 82 seca 400 last week just cleaning her all up and cleaning out the carbs ,dont want to sell her but i bought to restore and sell ,also repainting tank and all the panels , will be an awesome bike when im finished next week ,will post some pics

 

I own a 81 xj650 in st albert just north of edmonton. Anyone want a cash job to propely adjust my clutch? I haven't been able to successfully do it, and I'm angry at ut

 

Darth, do you have the Haynes Manual? Is it your clutch cable or the clutch assembly causing you grief?

 

NEed2speed3...I honestly am at wits end with this. I have had people on this forum helping me non-stop with my clutch issue, but I still cannot solve it myself. Sounds stupid but its true.

I just started the bike two weeks ago, got my provincial inspection done, and when I was driving back I could not shift properly. I thought it was a clutch adjustment (it was actually the spring that attaches to the shift petal) so I tried to fix it...making it worse than it wad before. I just got everytjing back together today, so I was rejoicing. The bike has dirty carbs (I could tell this when riding it a couple weeks ago), so I was having trouble starting it. Suddenly it won't go into neutral anymore so I can't even work on the starting issue. I'd love to have my clutch set up properly, and possibly my carbs cleaned if it doesn't cost too much. I do have a haynes manual, but oddly I cannot do the clutch cable adjustment properly either way

 

I can't help you with this problem but try Motorcycle Medic (780) 483-1292, located at 16838-110 St. They rescued me from problems with my carbs! Keep us informed how it goes. Is your bike silver also?

 

thanks, i just sent a message to deckermanon as well

 

I have a 1980 xj 650 that ran great when i had time for it (2008). Its been stored in a heated shop since. Anyone interested? The gas tank need tlc or replacement. and I have a new set of brake pads not yet installed.
email me at suchaworld@live.com

Greg

 

anyone here from calgary?

 

hello fellow albertans

 

LOL, looks like riding season is nearing an end judging by the weather today :cry:

 

Another Albertan here! Spruce Grove specifically, just finish my build a couple weeks ago. If anyone is needing help or advice/opinion let me know. Have overcome some pretty stubborn issues ie; carbs with pods, clutch, etc...

 

calgary here!

 

Holy Crap! I didn't expect to see so many XJ owners here, I've been to other edmonton forums, and they're usually dead! WOW! I'm so excited now, because I have so much I want to do, and the budget is set for this summer or earlier. So, I will be bugging all of you guys to either help me or come out with me for a seca run. So stoked!

As for my ignition issue, I'm certain It's the solenoid, because I can jump the battery and it'll kick the starter on (no gas in, cleaned and sealed new tank)

I'm just concerned about a couple of things, like my brakes, carbs, clutch. I'm pretty certain I can figure out the brakes, but the carbs are cleaned and I do have the tool to balance them and set them, but I haven't had the time or the space to do that with gasoline (I live in a downtown apartment and the week I cleaned my carbs up here it reaked like gas for a week)

I plan on doing this right, and Permission to land, I love the look of your bike! It's not the style I'm aiming for, but I want to know your secret for the flat paint! I want to go all black with a yellow checkered fender, full fairing (I've got some decal/handpaint plans) and the tail is going to have a lap of laguna seca above the tail light. Hopefully.

God! So stoked! Screw you winter!

 

Keep posting and someone will help you out. I'm in Lloydminster and have done a ton of work to keep my bike running to the point where I can take off and go anywhere I want with no, or very little concern. My son is in school at Nait and will be inheriting the Seca next spring. I've moved on to a FZ1.

 

Hi All,

Bought an 82 XJ 750 SECA in SeptemberOnly rode it for a short time before the inevitable happens (Snow). Not really experienced with bikes but was hoping to do some work on the bike next spring (2013) on my own. Small things, throttle cable, change oil, new handlebar grips, etc... Anyone that might want to give me some guidance would be appreciated. Did you guys manage to get out for a ride in 2012? Wouldn't mind riding in 2013 with some of you.

 

Hello there,

I have a 1982 XJ650 Maxim. I am in Edmonton south side. I am wondering if someone knows how on how to clean the carbs or have a service manual that talks about how to do it. It will be nice to go for rides once winter is gone.

Thanks,

 

mvmanish if your still looking for help PM me and we can prob work something out.

 

Greatscott, the paint and powder coat are the only things I didn't do. I can hook you up with the guy who painted my tank and fenders. PM me for details