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  1. jamings67
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    Is that really my second gear?

    Hello I'm here to pick her brain today. But having an issue for several years now. I assumed it was second gear dogs and still might be but soon...
    Thread by: jamings67, May 20, 2018, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    NEED A XJ 1100 REAR SHOCK DUST COVER BOOT

    NEED A XJ 1100 REAR SHOCK DUST COVER BOOT. Looking for a good clean dust boot for my 1982 XJ 1100
    Thread by: jamings67, Oct 29, 2017, 3 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Rebuilding rear shocks and need new dust boot XJ1100

    I am about to rebuild the rear shocks on my XJ1100 and need a good dust cover boot. Do you have one? Is there a part number for the boots? Well...
    Thread by: jamings67, Oct 26, 2017, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    xj1100 led headlight acting funny

    I have a 1982 xj1100j with the headlight reserve lighting unit. I installed a led headlight bulb. When the key is on but not running it works...
    Thread by: jamings67, Oct 5, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Antique Japanese Motorcycle Riders on Facebook

    Hello Members, I have created a Group for people who ride old Japanese motorcycles! If you own and ride a bike made before 1987 you can join....
    Thread by: jamings67, Aug 20, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. jamings67
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    Headlight not working! XJ1100

    Hi, My headlight stopped working and I need to know where the emergency high low switch is located. Also If it is the problem can I just unplug...
    Thread by: jamings67, May 19, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. jamings67
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    Taillight problems again.

    Hi, I am having problems with my taillight. My tail light work when it wants and now has stopped working. The brake light works but no tail. I had...
    Thread by: jamings67, Sep 1, 2016, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. jamings67
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    Thanks again for all the good advice! 752 mile trip home safe

    Thank you for all your help! I had to go see my aunt in NH as she is on her death bed. I took the bike because I wanted to give it a good test...
    Thread by: jamings67, Aug 9, 2016, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. jamings67
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    XJ1100 What speed am I going 5000 rpm 5th gear flat long distance?

    My speedo is not good and I am about to go on a long trip over 600 miles and I want to know what RPM on the highway is about 65 70 mph. Using a...
    Thread by: jamings67, Aug 2, 2016, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike balancing . I have noted that it's hard to balance with no hands

    I am going at a steady pace on a flat road and let go of the bars my bike will start to go right. Shifting my weight to the left helps but seems...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jul 3, 2016, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. jamings67
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    Engine loses power or breaks up above 5500 rpm. Runs great otherwise.

    Hi I have noted that after rebuilding my head and installing new piston rings that my engine does not like going over 5500 rpm. I loses power and...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jun 16, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. jamings67
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    Ride Ride away on my XJ1100

    I had a great ride today....... it was a cool windy day here in the Northeast US. I took a ride to the local forest and road for an hour on dirt...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jun 9, 2016, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    XJ1100 manual states not to use trailer?

    Hi, whats the problem with hooking my 1100 to trailer. I want to do just that. What do I need to know and how do I go about doing it? Or is it...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jun 5, 2016, 27 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    gas tank vacuum lock?

    Hi I am still having problems with my bike shutting off or surging sometimes when ridding my XJ1100. I have been ridding it this past week and...
    Thread by: jamings67, May 25, 2016, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Wires wires everywhere! What goes where?

    Hello, I am posting a new post on my xj1100 wiring problems. The problem started some time ago but am now just getting to it. The problem I now...
    Thread by: jamings67, May 18, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. jamings67
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    Neutral light stays on after start up.

    My neutral light will stay on when running in all gears. If the bike is in 1st gear and you turn the key on the light will be out. As soon as you...
    Thread by: jamings67, Apr 29, 2016, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. jamings67
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    Nice set of Yamaha's in good shape XJ900 XJ1100

    The bikes are on CL and look real nice and clean the 1100 only has 11k and looks like new 2600 for both! Take a look and make a great deal...
    Thread by: jamings67, Mar 7, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    starter disengages to easily

    Hello My starter is disengaging after a few revolutions or sooner or not engaging until I try again. What causes this problem and how do I fix...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jan 23, 2016, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    PROBLEMS AGAIN RATTLE IN CLUTCH?

    Disregard! The gas tank was vibrating on the frame mounts.
    Thread by: jamings67, Aug 7, 2015, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Electrical meltdown! Don't even know where to start

    Hello ppl, I just had some vary strange electrical problems. First I took the bike for a ride and stopped for a bit. Then I started the bike and...
    Thread by: jamings67, Aug 1, 2015, 50 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. jamings67
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    THANK YOU! For all your help over the last few years.

    I wanted to say thank you to all the people that helped me restore my 1982 XJ11100. I am posting some photos of the bike so you guys can check it...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jul 23, 2015, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Any XJ100 owners in or near Connecticut?

    I ride and 1982 XJ1100 and would like to see another one and I am up for a ride. Let me know
    Thread by: jamings67, Jul 14, 2015, 2 replies, in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    speedometer is 10mph fast?

    I now have my XJ 1100 running good and thanks to the great guys here. I had replaced the speedo and the cable and the gear from ebay back in 09...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jul 14, 2015, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    xj1100 slow surge in high gear 6500 RPM 2

    Hello I am re posting this because I have not gotten a answer. I have a 1982 xj1100 that I just went though, New piston rings and two new valves....
    Thread by: jamings67, Jun 18, 2015, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    xj1100 slow surge in high gear 6500 RPM

    I have a strange slow surging at 6500 in fifth gear. The bike stops pulling hard and then it pulls for a sec and then not so much and then pulls...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jun 16, 2015, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    250 miles on new rings and two new valves number 4 missing

    Hi I have a 82 XJ1100 and the number 4 cyl is not working 100% . I can pull the plug at idle with no change in rpm or sound. If I hold it at 3k...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jun 14, 2015, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    No Blinkers but have hazard lights ?

    Hi I have a problem on my XJ1100. The bike has been siting for a few years and I just got it going again after fixing two bent valves and...
    Thread by: jamings67, May 30, 2015, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    should I start it up with less then .02 intake valve clearance?

    Hello all, I have been busy working on my Xj11oo this month. I had a few bent valves and ended up replacing the piston rings and lapping in all...
    Thread by: jamings67, Oct 16, 2014, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. jamings67
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    1 how to replace valve seals 2 how to put juggs back on

    Okay I need to know how to replace the valve seals. How are the on there and so forth. I am replacing two bent valves and want to replace the...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jun 20, 2014, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. jamings67
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    valve compressor for xj1100

    Hi, I need to remove two intake valves from the head and need to know what tool or tools that will work. I DON'T want to buy one. But need to...
    Thread by: jamings67, May 15, 2014, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. jamings67
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    Getting cams out of 1982 xj1100

    Hello, I am trying to take the head off my bike and have a bit if a problem. The book says take bolt off cam sprocket and slip off boss. I took...
    Thread by: jamings67, May 13, 2014, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. jamings67
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    Real bad news for my xj help!

    Okay I am not a happy camper I finally had my bike running perfect this summer after 2 years of work and lots of money. I now have almost...
    Thread by: jamings67, Aug 27, 2012, 21 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. jamings67
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    Clutch won't release

    Hello I have a xs 750 triple that has been sitting for several years and I just got the bike out and started working on it. The engine was...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jul 23, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Geting shocked by my frame?

    Okay I get on me bike the other day and I have shorts on because it's like hot as well you get it. Anyway I start the bike and my legs are...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jul 11, 2012, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Uneven tire ware?

    Hello, I just looked at my front tire and I am concerned. The tire is worn more on the left side then the right. The right side and center...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jun 1, 2012, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Speedometer Jumps above 50mph

    What make this happen? I have the dumb 85 mph one and would consider changing it for another. How hard is it to find a speedometer that would fit...
    Thread by: jamings67, May 24, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    xj 650 won't start without help

    Hello A friend just got a 1981 xj 650 that was sitting for 10 years. It is in good shape and the bike runs great when running. The carbs...
    Thread by: jamings67, May 13, 2012, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Strange sound when moving in cold temps

    Hello I have a weird noise that sounds like a gear hum when I ride in cold weather. The sound is like the sound you can hear from the middle...
    Thread by: jamings67, May 9, 2012, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    xj1100 gas gauge reading

    Hello I have finally wired my gas gauge and it reads funny. I have the 4 bar gauge and it reads 1/2 3/4 full at all times and 1/4 when full...
    Thread by: jamings67, Apr 18, 2012, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    WTB #2 CARB FOR XJ1100

    I am lookng for a #2 carb or body for my 1982 xj1100 the one with the vac nipple. I would also consider a rack of four of you have one cheap....
    Thread by: jamings67, Feb 11, 2012, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    1987 FJ 1200 CARBS ON 1982 XJ1100?

    Hi Can anyone tell me if a set of carbs off a 1987 FJ1200 would work on my Xj1100? They look the same as far as linkage and they have the duel...
    Thread by: jamings67, Feb 10, 2012, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. jamings67
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    stuck mixture screw in carb

    I have a stuck mixture screw that now has no head and has a hole drilled in it. I can put a small screwdriver into it but it will not turn even...
    Thread by: jamings67, Feb 9, 2012, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    GREAT SEAT COVER FOR XJ 1100

    HELLO I JUST GOT MY B&H SEAT COVER AND IT IS VERY NICE. IT IS STITCHED TO MATCH THE ORIGINAL SEAT COVER WITH CORRECT PATTERN! NOT EASY TO...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jan 26, 2012, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Keihin Carbs for my XJ 1100?

    Hello All I am thinking about a set of new Keihin 33mm cv carbs. I have been battling the original ones that are old and a pain in the butt....
    Thread by: jamings67, Jan 25, 2012, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. jamings67
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    oil light on but has oil?

    Hello I have a xj 1100 and I have been getting a low oil light warning. The problem started after changing the oil a few months ago. The first...
    Thread by: jamings67, Nov 19, 2011, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. jamings67
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    GAS SEALER FOR DIAPHRAGM ON XJ 1100

    Hello all fellow Yamaha owners I have a XJ1100 with the octopus diaphragm that sits on the left carb. I rebuilt it last year with a new kit...
    Thread by: jamings67, Sep 24, 2011, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    stuped oil question

    On the XJ1100 Do you check the oil level (glass eye) with the bike on the ground and held upright or on the center stand? Thanks
    Thread by: jamings67, Sep 11, 2011, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. jamings67
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    Help with caliper piston

    Hello I just got my caliper apart and now want to take the piston out but cant figure out how. What do you do to get this thing out of the...
    Thread by: jamings67, Sep 1, 2011, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. jamings67
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    Help Please Front brake drag

    Hello I replaced my front brake pads a few hundred miles ago and have noted that sometimes the caliper drags and the pad squeaks when slowing and...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jul 15, 2011, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. jamings67
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    Need temporary oil plug

    Hello I need a temporary oil plug for my xj1100 I know that the plug is the same for most xjs and sacas from the 8o's What I need to know...
    Thread by: jamings67, Jun 6, 2011, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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