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  1. OldFleetGuy
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    Silly Question? maybe? How many Miles can I put on my XJ

    +1 Here for sure. Keep that oil changed at least within the recommended intervals - I change the filter every time as well-cheap insurance....
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Aug 25, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. OldFleetGuy
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    starter is spinning but not catching

    K-Moe - Please explain how oil viscosity can affect the starter clutch, or point me to where it has already been addressed. I have no starter...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Aug 8, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. OldFleetGuy
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    Just found this website and I have some questions about my '82 750 Maxim

    Its your call, brand, to or not to replace, vendor. I am only sharing my experience. Good luck.
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Aug 5, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. OldFleetGuy
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    Just found this website and I have some questions about my '82 750 Maxim

    I think the front suspension has a place to pump air into the forks to adjust the firmness. Right now, I can fill it up to be very firm, but as...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Aug 4, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. OldFleetGuy
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    Tires, Tires, Tires

    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Aug 1, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. OldFleetGuy
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    Tires, Tires, Tires

    1980 XJ650Maxim I'm looking for some more been there done that, please. I got my 650 with 4.7K on the clock, and the tires installed looked new -...
    Thread by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 31, 2016, 3 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  7. OldFleetGuy
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    '82 XJ650 starting issues, makes click sound

    The battery is probably the most likely suspect - they can even short out internally and give false voltage readings, but you may want to try this...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 28, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. OldFleetGuy
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    Posting your email address in the forums

    Constable: I have been duly informed by members that there is a correct protocol for threads. I want to be in compliance, but am new to this...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 28, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  9. OldFleetGuy
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    Pilot Mixture Screw Adjustment, 101

    Indeed it might. But by nature, I feel we riders always want more. BTW Maestro - how do you propose to remove that pilot screw o-ring with the...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 27, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. OldFleetGuy
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    Pilot Mixture Screw Adjustment, 101

    That is a TALL gear as I call it - and really hadn't looked at the transmission gear ratios. For sure the engine doesn't really seem happy in 5th...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 27, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. OldFleetGuy
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    Pilot Mixture Screw Adjustment, 101

    Olala! Going to try this for sure - with safety glasses! The carbs went to Sunday school but not Church when I got the bike. It runs way to good...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 26, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. OldFleetGuy
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    Pilot Mixture Screw Adjustment, 101

    1980 Xj650 Maxim I need some clarification from the experts, please. At idle, it seems that turning the pilot screws in (CW) richens the mixture....
    Thread by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 24, 2016, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. OldFleetGuy
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    Fuel Flow Rate

    1980 XJ650Maxim Has anyone ever seen or know of a spec regarding how much fuel should freely run from the fuel line in a given time? Example -...
    Thread by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 23, 2016, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. OldFleetGuy
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    Fork Spring Replacement

    Mission accomplished! Thanks for all input. 1 schedule 80 3/4" X 10" PVC pipe nipple, miter saw for square cuts at exactly 4 1/2" inches in...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 23, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. OldFleetGuy
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    Fork Spring Replacement

    Many thanks for the advice all. Hum - never realized how handy a home improvement store was for motorcycle repair parts...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. OldFleetGuy
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    Fork Spring Replacement

    1980 XJ650 Maxim Seeking advice from those who have passed this way. I bought a set of progressive fork springs to install, replacing the OEM...
    Thread by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 21, 2016, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. OldFleetGuy
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    Vibrations

    My 650Maxim has the "buzz" too - most pronounced at 5K - 5.5K. This may help reduce your handlebar vibration and is cheap. I assume your...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 18, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. OldFleetGuy
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    The Infamous "Flat Spot"

    YDM! Thanks! an affordable solution if needed! I paid less for the whole bike than the price of 2 new slide assemblies.
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. OldFleetGuy
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    The Infamous "Flat Spot"

    Got that right. She was fat girl, but a fun one and had a mighty smooth comfortable ride. I wound up beating the BOG odds on those carbs after...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. OldFleetGuy
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    The Infamous "Flat Spot"

    Ok. Put the OEM paper filter back, and the flat spot is still there, but much less obvious now - however - the extra pop at the top is gone....
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 15, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. OldFleetGuy
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    The Infamous "Flat Spot"

    Many thanks in advance for the link.
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 15, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. OldFleetGuy
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    The Infamous "Flat Spot"

    Thanks for the feedback. Humm... sticky/slow slides. Haven't synced up the carbs in 5k anyway. Think i'll pop the hats off the carbs too, and more...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 15, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. OldFleetGuy
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    The Infamous "Flat Spot"

    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 15, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. OldFleetGuy
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    The Infamous "Flat Spot"

    1980 XJ650 Maxim I would like to inquire if anyone has successfully reduced or eliminated the 5.5K to@ 7K RPM flat spot felt while accelerating....
    Thread by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 13, 2016, 29 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. OldFleetGuy
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    Leak or overflow?

    This very spot was where my 80' 650 XJ had a small oil leak. In my case, it was the o-ring seal on the starter snout (between the starter case and...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 12, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. OldFleetGuy
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    Swing Arm Maintenance

    Hello - New to the forum. Have a question on swing arm adjustment after bearing replacement. Bike's a 1980 XJ650 Maxim. No indication they need...
    Thread by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 7, 2016, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. OldFleetGuy
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    How did you get here?

    Actually, I found xjbikes after acquiring my latest project, a 1980 XJ650 Maxim. I was google searching for carburetor kits using a search term...
    Post by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 6, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. OldFleetGuy
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    Hello Friends and Advisors

    The name says it all. All my life i've been in, around, under, repaired, modified, and diagnosed most operating systems for these modes of...
    Thread by: OldFleetGuy, Jul 6, 2016, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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