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  1. thorin
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    Front end shimmy, need advice

    Hey guys, Have a front end wobble, most notable when I loosen my grip on handlebars. Not an issue while driving normally. New tires mounted a...
    Thread by: thorin, Feb 26, 2012, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. thorin
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    Would you pay $250 for a '67 R1 350?

    hey all, i've been offered the above bike. it appears to be original, non-running, but all parts are there. motor does turn over. this is a...
    Thread by: thorin, Sep 24, 2011, 28 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  3. thorin
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    looking for blank engine covers

    hello, i'm looking for blank engine covers to work with (no yamaha logos/scripts etc). is there such a part (aftermarket or yamaha) to fit my 82...
    Thread by: thorin, Sep 18, 2011, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  4. thorin
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    '82 XJ750, my progress so far....

    hi all, a few pics of my project progress. [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] the sissy bar and ammo cans are mounted for an...
    Thread by: thorin, Aug 30, 2011, 27 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. thorin
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    rpms @ 75mph for stock 82 750....anybody?

    hey all, still needing stock rpm reading for 82 750 maxim at 75mph. stock tire sizes in place. thanks!
    Thread by: thorin, Aug 28, 2011, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. thorin
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    new vapor gauge installed, question on rpm's

    hi all, am very happy w/my vapor gauge (75-704) unit. got everything hooked up and am fine tuning the unit. because i've already removed my orig...
    Thread by: thorin, Aug 26, 2011, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. thorin
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    Speedometer Replacement, have read archives, have questions.

    hello all, because i have an upcoming multi-day ride w/some friends this labor day wknd, my speedo has seized...of course! i've been wanting to...
    Thread by: thorin, Aug 19, 2011, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. thorin
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    Aftermarket signal lights question

    hi all, i'm trying to fit aftermarket signal lights to my bike. i've been successful in getting the lights (front and back) to come on using the...
    Thread by: thorin, May 21, 2011, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. thorin
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    Mile Hi Props to Chacal for bike parts!

    hey all, i'm sure by now you're getting tired of hearing about how great chacal (len) is in getting us the parts we need at a great price and...
    Thread by: thorin, May 12, 2011, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  10. thorin
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    fast idle after warm up....

    hey all, the engine idles around 2000-2200 after the bike warms up. no issues when cold or start up. there is no interference issue with the...
    Thread by: thorin, Mar 12, 2011, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. thorin
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    Pics of my project FINALLY!

    hey all, with BAREfoot's post, i've finally figured out how to post pics. you may or may not thank him for the advice when you see my bike ;)...
    Thread by: thorin, Mar 2, 2011, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. thorin
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    pic posting test......

    hey all, if you don't see anything, i ain't figured it out yet!
    Thread by: thorin, Mar 2, 2011, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. thorin
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    Rear lights not flashing

    hey all, mounted new signal/running lights to a rear fender i scavenged. tried the signals and noted each light brightens when activated but does...
    Thread by: thorin, Feb 15, 2011, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. thorin
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    Chaps, jeans, leathers?

    hey all, my last couple posts have dealt with what to buy for riding...jacket, boots, and now i'm asking about pants. in the past i've just...
    Thread by: thorin, Feb 11, 2011, 31 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. thorin
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    Riding boots....recommendations or those to avoid

    hi all, just recently bought a great riding jacket (perforated leather w/armor) and am now on the hunt for boots. please share your advice on...
    Thread by: thorin, Feb 8, 2011, 24 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. thorin
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    Knobby-style rear tire advice requested

    hello all, in the past, i've seen pics posted of modified bikes that have a knobby, old-school look rear tire. of course, now that i'd like to...
    Thread by: thorin, Feb 6, 2011, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  17. thorin
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    How much exhaust wrap to buy and what brand or style?

    hey guys, i'm asking those of you who have wrapped your exhaust headers to share how much material you needed for the job. i'm wanting to wrap...
    Thread by: thorin, Jan 19, 2011, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. thorin
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    conversion to drag bars affecting throttle performance

    hey all, as part of my bobber conversion, i have replaced my original handlebars with drag bars. this has changed the length of throttle wire...
    Thread by: thorin, Dec 21, 2010, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. thorin
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    Welding on gas tank

    hey all, i have some cosmetic mods i'd like to apply to my stock gas tank but need some advice before i start mig welding and blow myself up....
    Thread by: thorin, Dec 4, 2010, 26 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. thorin
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    holy crap! muffler removal unleashes beast!

    i've been stripping the bike all day.....headlight, signal lights, gauges, mirrors, mufflers, rear storage box and tools, etc. i've been working...
    Thread by: thorin, Oct 31, 2010, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  21. thorin
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    Advice on gauge/light conversion for '82 xj750

    hi all, while working my way thru a motorbike salvage yard today, i came across a gauge cluster (2 pod style) and a round headlight that i'd like...
    Thread by: thorin, Oct 30, 2010, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  22. thorin
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    longer forks?

    hi all, as the vision for my bike takes shape in my head, one thing that keeps popping up in that large vacuum is whether or not a longer set of...
    Thread by: thorin, Sep 27, 2010, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. thorin
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    new handlebar mount?

    hey all, i'm wanting to change my original handlebar setup to drag or cafe style. what i'm confused about is how the new bars mount vs. the...
    Thread by: thorin, Aug 29, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. thorin
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    how to post avatar and to photo gallery

    hi all, can't seem to figure out how to post a pic of my bike. i've got my dig camera on lowest resolution setting (vga) and i still get the...
    Thread by: thorin, Aug 23, 2010, 2 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. thorin
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    Final gear drain plug stripped...

    hi all, working on the bike today (can you tell by all my posts?) and while trying to replace the final gear oil, have discovered that the drain...
    Thread by: thorin, Aug 21, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. thorin
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    Center stand use

    hey all, i've owned this bike for over 2 months and still cannot figure out how to put the bike on it's center stand without help from someone...
    Thread by: thorin, Aug 21, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. thorin
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    front end wobble, leans to right...

    like the title says.... the front end wobbles, most noticeably when i release the handlebars when decelerating. is this a tire/wheel balance...
    Thread by: thorin, Aug 19, 2010, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. thorin
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    motorcycle whisperer......

    hello all, while resurrecting the project bike i recently purchased, it's beginning to "tell" me how it wants to look. i've stripped all paint...
    Thread by: thorin, Aug 11, 2010, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. thorin
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    Is my '82 Maxim 750 gas tank single or double-walled?

    title says it all.... was checking into having a dent repaired in the tank and the fellow says it's double-walled and can't be repaired that way....
    Thread by: thorin, Jul 21, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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