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  1. Ravenz07
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    Seat for sale

    Seat off a 1981 Yamaha Maxim XJ650H Maxim. Seat has been recovered in marine black vinyl that is resistant to UV damage and mold. Seams are...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Jul 14, 2012, 5 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    81 XJ650 reupholstered seat for sale!

    Made with high quality vinyl. Double stitched. Any questions, feel free to ask. Make an offer. Plastic sheeting underneath vinyl to help prtoect...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Mar 19, 2012, 5 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Boiling carbs in lime juice

    So I boiled my carbs last night in lime juice. They came out clean but seem to be coated in this chalky residue. What can I do to correct this?...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Oct 7, 2011, 20 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Need advice...

    So I feel my KZP is beginning to take a quiet death. I have done everything to make it run as nice as possible but when it comes right down to it,...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Sep 2, 2011, 6 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    Valve clearances on my KZ1000 Police

    Checked them and measured with a micrometer today. I know it is not an XJ but it is apparently pretty similar. These are my results 1994...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Aug 4, 2011, 2 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    What is the size of the valve shims?

    29mm? Anyone know for sure?
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Aug 2, 2011, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Ravenz07
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    Colortune will not change color!

    I have been trying to tune my carbs by ear with some success. I am not very experienced in the matter so my ear is not as tuned to the process....
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Jul 22, 2011, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Considering a tank liner...

    I have heard POR 15 is a good product to use. I found this one eBay. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/POR-15-U ... veQ5fTools That is just the...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Apr 1, 2011, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Signs of leaking throttle shaft seals???

    What are the signs? Would it cause the carbs to race up rpms? If so, how much could it make it race up?
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Mar 27, 2011, 34 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bent header

    I noticed my header was severely bent this week, so tonight I took it off. It appears the header has a double wall kind of thing, judging by the...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Mar 26, 2011, 2 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  11. Ravenz07
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    Anyone know tap size for KZ750 mixture screw???

    The mixture screws on the carb. I need to know the tap size for the threads. Thanks in advance.
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Mar 5, 2011, 1 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  12. Ravenz07
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    Picked up a KZ 750 LTD yesterday...

    1980 KZ750 LTD. The seller was nice enough to post this video before I took a look at it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GC2emtrz ......
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Feb 24, 2011, 14 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    Good affordable paint gun?

    Christmas is coming up and the lady is wonder what to get me. I am needing one that I can get relatively good, smooth results on a larger project...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Dec 2, 2010, 13 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Carb trouble

    So I was pretty confident when I went to put the carbs on today. I thought they would start right up! Unfortunately, they didnt. The engine...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Nov 11, 2010, 109 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I need a quick hot to on how to repair intake boots

    I read something awhile back about repairing them with RTV and a bicycle inner tube. How do I go about doing this?
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Nov 10, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Float hight setting question

    I am doing a quick adjustment to get my floats in the ball park with some windshield fluid. I measured out 3mm from the bottom of the carb...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Nov 8, 2010, 19 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Anyone have a used colortune for sale cheap?

    Trying to find one as cheap as possible since I am on a budget. Anyone have one?
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Oct 31, 2010, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Pulled the carbs today.....

    I thought I would attach some pictures and you pros can tell me how things look and what will need to be done. #3 and 4 carbs failed the "plunk"...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Oct 27, 2010, 55 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Ok, couple more questions for you guys

    For those keeping up on me fixing stuff, I put the replacement brushes on today. It ran.... but it ran like it did when I was 15. It only idles...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Oct 20, 2010, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need stator help!!!!! :(

    I took off the stator cover to polish it and clean it up. When I put it on today, everytime I would go to start the bike, I blow my ignition fuse...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Oct 12, 2010, 28 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cosmetic questions

    I am wanting to replace the chrome plastic trim that goes on the gas tank. I would like to find what other members have used that goes all the way...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Oct 11, 2010, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    This is a real head scratcher

    http://whyswords.wordpress.com/2009/12/ ... -markings/
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Sep 27, 2010, 18 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Another probably stupidly obvious question about left cover

    I cant seem to get the left shifter cover off. All bolts are off and its loose, but its not budging too much. The shifter is off, and the sort of...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Sep 23, 2010, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Clear coating engine parts

    I am in the middle of polishing the engine side covers for my xj. I wont be able to do routine polishing on this like it will probably need....
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Sep 17, 2010, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Clutch cover

    On the clutch cover for my 81 XJ, there is this rubber kind of O-ring on the face of it. It looks more like a cosmetic thing but I am wanting to...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Sep 11, 2010, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Questions questions....

    I am wanting to change the drive oil for my maxim. Since I live in AZ, it gets pretty hot. What would be the recommended oil for me? Also, how...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Aug 31, 2010, 12 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Needing a couple of things....

    Im needing a decent front fork emblem and a left engine case cover (not clutch, but the circular cover in front). I need these for my 1981 Yamaha...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Aug 25, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Quick painting question!

    Ok I have been painting the gas tank, side covers, and fairing for my maxim. I put on the clear today. Tomorrow I will be wetsanding it with 800...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Aug 20, 2010, 15 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Vacuum petcock question

    I recently replaced the diaphragm on my petcock. It stopped the spurting leak I had coming out of the side of the body but now I have another kind...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Aug 17, 2010, 26 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Lost my front brake!!!

    After taking the Maxim to a welder to weld on a kickstand mount, I realized the brake didnt feel as good as it should. Today I decided to change...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Jul 23, 2010, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    WTB kickstand spring.

    I recently bought a kickstand, but the spring that came with it and the metal bracket are for the kickstand safety switch. I need the long spring...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Jul 18, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Gas tank emblems

    Does anyone know if the gas tank emblems from a Yamaha RXS100 will fit my 81 Maxim? Thanks.
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Jul 16, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need petcock advice

    My petcock has been leaking gas for some time now. It does not leak into the carbs, it functions fine without problems. Where it leaks is in the...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Jul 15, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need help for my kickstand

    I am making a bracket for my kickstand. Can someone show me a picture of where the kickstand should be in the upright position? Thanks.
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Jul 14, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Crankcase covers gasket thickness

    Does anyone know off the top of their heads the normal thickness of the gaskets used on the engine covers of a 81 650 Maxim? Also, the material...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Jul 5, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Kickstand trouble

    I got a kickstand I ordered today off ebay. It is supposed to be for my 1981 Yamaha Maxim 650. As it is right now, I have the mounting bracket for...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Jul 1, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Quick tach gear housing question

    My maxim has been leaking ever since I have had the bike, today I took it apart after looking at a forum on this site. After removing it, I...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Jul 1, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Polishing motorcycle casing covers?

    My bike is pretty grungy, anyone have any good tips of polishing them up while on the bike? It would be nice to get them as shiny as possible,...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Jun 29, 2010, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Kick stand for a 81 Maxim 650?

    I am somewhat new to this site, but have often visited it looking for help. Anyways, since I got my KZ1000 Police model, I havent been riding my...
    Thread by: Ravenz07, Jun 26, 2010, 23 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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