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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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slowly dying idle...

Here is something that I've been fighting with for a while. After the engine is warm and the enrichment is turned off, my bike will want to ever...

Thread by: wink1018, Jul 22, 2015, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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plug wire verification

I started having issues with my 81 xj650. Today I was out troubleshooting the issue. Well, I went to pull a cap off of one of the spark plugs. I...

Thread by: wink1018, Feb 7, 2015, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Turn signal issue

Here is a good head scratcher for you all.... Tonight, while going to work, my left turn signals stopped working. However, the right side are...

Thread by: wink1018, Jul 31, 2014, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Valve clearance anomaly

I just checked my valves... It verified my suspicions on why it won't hold an idle. However, my question is... Has anyone ever found one of the...

Thread by: wink1018, May 26, 2014, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Low profile seat for Maxim?

I am trying to find a low profile seat for my 81. I have read about modifying a Sportster unit to fit. However, I want to keep the grab bar and...

Thread by: wink1018, Mar 29, 2014, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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Electrical Issue

Lately, I've been having an electrical issue that's been affecting my headlamp and dash lighting. Every so often, all of the front lights (except...

Thread by: wink1018, Jun 25, 2013, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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spark plug?

it's time to change the spark plugs in my 650. I've never had an issue with the NGK plugs in the past. I've been doing some reading and I had a...

Thread by: wink1018, Jun 20, 2013, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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idle mixture

The past few days I've been getting my butt kicked by my 81. The other day, we had a really bad sand storm. The day after my bike started running...

Thread by: wink1018, Jun 8, 2013, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Windshield for sale----SOLD!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have a Plexifairing II (National Cycle) windshield for sale. I grandfather installed it when he had the bike. I have since removed it since I...

Thread by: wink1018, Oct 27, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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750 Midnight Maxim parts for sale

Here it is again folks. I finally decided to dismantle the 750 for parts. Now I've got it torn down to a bare frame. So, if any one is...

Thread by: wink1018, Oct 26, 2008, 10 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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Fuel Tank is finally painted

Well folks. I know it's been a while since many of you heard from me here. I've been kept pretty busy lately. Anyway. Here it is. I finally...

Thread by: wink1018, Sep 22, 2008, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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Parting out my 750 Midnight

After a lot of thought, I decided to go ahead and part out my 750 Midnight Maxim. The items sold/spoken for: Tank Carb rack Wheels/tires...

Thread by: wink1018, Mar 7, 2008, 13 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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Coil availability?

Has anyone ever tried running an automotive coil (from a car with a DIS ignition system) and ballast resistors? I was just wondering if this...

Thread by: wink1018, Feb 25, 2008, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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New Acquisition

Tonight I purchased another XJ for myself. However this one may, or may not, make it back onto the road. It looks pretty beat up and neglected. It...

Thread by: wink1018, Feb 16, 2008, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Larger Fuel Tank

I'm wanting a larger fuel tank for my 650. Now, I've read that a 750 is basically a drop in "larger" replacement. I also read somewhere that an...

Thread by: wink1018, Feb 3, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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WTB: XJ750 Maxim Fuel Tank

I am looking for a 750 Maxim fuel tank in reasonably decent condition. Any color is acceptable.

Thread by: wink1018, Feb 2, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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Wheel/Tire balancing???

Has anyone ever heard of or has used a product called Dyna Beads? From what I read, they are added to your wheel/tire (read as installed inside...

Thread by: wink1018, Jan 12, 2008, 21 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Tuning Question

OK. I finally insured, registered, and titled the bike. Today I wanted to take it out for a drive. Here are some things I'm seeing that bothers...

Thread by: wink1018, Dec 15, 2007, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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Another Newb

Hello and hi there. I just wanted to take this moment to properly introduce myself. My name is Matt. But everyone knows me as "Wink". I Just...

Thread by: wink1018, Nov 11, 2007, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge

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