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    81 Maxim 650 for sale

    I am selling my Maxim 650. I just got a 1999 Nighthawk 750 and can only have one bike, so the XJ has to go. You can see the Craigslist add...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Jul 27, 2011, 9 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    May be selling...pricing help please

    I am considering selling my bike and I am not sure how to price it. I use it for a daily 60+ mile commute that is mostly highway. The only...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Jul 13, 2011, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    So...can I ride now?

    After much trepidation, shuffling of feet and calling shops for quotes I decided to dive into my carbs for the first time. My original problem was...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Jun 5, 2011, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Gas Everywhere...Carbs and something else?

    First, a prelude...I have been having problems getting the bike started this season but haven't had a chance to work on the problem. It will start...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Apr 17, 2011, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Saddlebag Compatibility

    How will saddlebags for a Maxim 550 fit on my my Maxim 650. I am not familiar with the differences in the frame, seat, riding positions, etc......
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Jul 13, 2010, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve Cover Gasket

    Probably a dumb question but here goes... I pulled the valve cover off to replace a leaking gasket and half moon plugs. The old gasket is...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Apr 10, 2010, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Brake pad won't go on

    Hello. I am installing new pads and am having trouble getting one of the pads to fit properly. If you are sitting on the bike, it is the pad on...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Mar 20, 2010, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Tire change question

    I am going to be having the local bike shop put new tires on for me later this week. I pulled the wheels off of the bike on Saturday. Do I need to...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Mar 15, 2010, 9 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Do I need to do do anything special?

    I am going to be starting some maintenance this weekend and need to pull off the tank. I assume the tank has to be drained before it is pulled and...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Feb 8, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What else should I do?

    Winter is here, I have a little cash and a little time, so I am going to tackle a few issues that I have been putting off. I have a list of things...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Jan 24, 2010, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bad way to start a week...can this be fixed?

    On my ride in to work this morning, I started to hear a loud whine. The engine seemed to have good power, shifting was normal and the bike felt...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Oct 12, 2009, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bubbles in the oil?

    Hello. I was topping off my oil today (slow leak that will be fixed over the winter.) and I noticed a bunch of bubbles in the oil sight window....
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Oct 7, 2009, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Exhaust header pipe nut tightness

    How tight should the nut holding the exhaust header pipe onto the cylinder be? I tightened as tight as I dare (I had to replace one stud already)....
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Jun 24, 2009, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Check oil when hot or cold?

    Should I check the oil when the engine is hot or cold?
    Thread by: xjasfirst, May 7, 2009, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Intermittent Soft Brakes

    At the end of my commute on Friday, I noticed that the front brakes felt very soft/spongy. They were working, but not providing nearly the...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Apr 27, 2009, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Is my bike working too hard

    I just started commuting on the bike and my drive is about 30 miles, 22 on the highway. When I am on the highway, the engine is at 5000 - 5500 RPM...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Mar 24, 2009, 15 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Another Headlight Upgrade Question...

    Hello. I know there are several other headlight upgrade threads, but I can't find what I am looking for. I would like to try the Sylvania H6024XV...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Mar 14, 2009, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Winterizing a bike

    I had a great time shopping around, taking the MSF course, buying a bike and learning to ride this summer. Unfortunately, it is getting to be that...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Oct 23, 2008, 13 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    headlight housing for an 81 XJ650 Maxim

    Hello all. I made the newbie mistake of braking while turning today 8O and am now in need of some parts. It was low speed and the bike took...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Sep 13, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    How does your side stand fit?

    When I bought my 81 Maxim 650, the kick stand was bent and the mounting bolt had a pretty big gouge out of it. I had it straightened nand it...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Sep 9, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Pitted Brake Pads

    I just pulled the front brake pads off of my 81 Maxim 650. The pads look like they are pitted, almost as if some gravel were stuck between the pad...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Sep 6, 2008, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Brake Squeak?

    I have a 1981 Maxim 650 and I have noticed a squeak coming from the front brake over the last 25-30 miles. I was thinking back and I think the...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Sep 5, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Money well spent?

    I am a newbie and I am considering taking my "new" bike (1981 Maxim 650) to the shop to have it looked over, basically just for piece of mind. I...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Sep 4, 2008, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Shifting Recommendations

    Hello. I am new to motorcycling and am trying to figure out the best place to shift my 1981 Maxim 650. My car is a standard, and I am used to...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Sep 1, 2008, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ650 Midnight Maxim

    I am a newbie and I just bought a 1981 JX650 Maxim. I have seen references to a bike called the Midnight Maxim. How is this bike different from a...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Aug 27, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New rider, "new" bike

    I am new to motorcycling and just bought a 1981 XJ650 Maxim. I bought it from the original owner, who took great care of it. It has about 42k...
    Thread by: xjasfirst, Aug 27, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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