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    Parts: 1981 XJ 550 Maxim

    Want to part out or sell as is. Lots of great, like new parts. Currently in Los Angeles. Sold: Carbs Mirrors
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Jul 1, 2011, 9 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Removing/ bypassing ignition cut-offs

    Anyone done this before? Side stand, neutral safety? I think they may be interfering with my solenoid + my bike is always having electrical...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Dec 15, 2010, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Outrageous amount of gas coming from airbox drain hose

    Like the title says, Outrageous amount of gas coming from air box drain hose. Replaced solenoid, starter and cables for starting problems...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Dec 5, 2010, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Replaced solenoid, but still no start

    So, I have "bike not starting" question. What happens: it makes a slight turn over chug, just for a fraction of a second, then proceeds to buzz. I...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Nov 10, 2010, 34 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Over revved now all gears are "neutral"

    Went up the 1 (CA) about 10 miles from my house last night. On the way back, about halfway home, i was in 3rd or 4th gear at about 5-6k rpms and...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Sep 8, 2010, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Wanted-xj550 maxim muffler, sissy bar, more...

    Looking for both mufflers, a compatible sissy bar and possibly a set of carbs. The carb bodies would have to be in prime shape and like new. Mine...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Jul 20, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    header wrap/exhaust repair

    Been thinking about wrapping my pipes, mostly for cosmetic reasons. I've read on some forums the benefit on these stock pipes is debatable. My...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Jul 19, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What to check before long trip

    I am going from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles ina c ouple of weeks (approx 340 miles) And then about a week after, out to Abq, NM (aprox 800) What...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Jun 2, 2010, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Ignition shorting out

    So after about 100 miles of smooth riding with my bike, I start her up and the ignition won’t stop firing. I will turn off the ignition and the...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, May 25, 2010, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    valve cover gasket replacement

    For a good forum on valve cover gaskets check here: http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=23763.html This is a continuation of my problems:...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, May 3, 2010, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    oil questions are a sticky situation

    I have a few oil leaks and my bike is in a huge need of an oil change. I wont know what parts on the filter system I will need to replace until I...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Mar 24, 2010, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Carb Sync

    I have just finished cleaning my carbs and now need to put them back on the rack then sync them. I have never touched anything mechanical before...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Jan 16, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    intake manifold plug caps

    hate adding a thread for a quick question, but need an answer. Which intake manifold boots get a plug cap and which one gets the hose? I have...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Jan 7, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    lots of jobs, no clue on order

    I have recently polished my carbs back to perfection and am waiting on 1 set of air jets which will take 2-4 weeks to arrive. I have a “to-do”...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Jan 3, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Carb Terminology Question

    [img] What is the brass circle called and why will it not return to its proper location? I know I am putting it in right side up and what not...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Dec 25, 2009, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Multiple carb dilemmas

    I have a dilemma. I am going home from Santa Cruz to LA, (bout 300 miles) in a week. I pulled the carbs off for a clean and almost every...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Dec 6, 2009, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Best electrical layout?

    So I just bought a 1981 Yamaha xj550 Maxim and am having an electrical problem. The guy I bought it from said I would probably need a trickle...
    Thread by: OnTheStorm, Oct 25, 2009, 17 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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