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    Random question

    How hard would it be to move the throttle control to the left handle bar of a bike?
    Thread by: RSpark, Oct 31, 2012, 8 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Well it's been fun

    Tues August 28th I was on my way to class when another driver going the opposite direction made a left hand turn in front of me ans i hit his rear...
    Thread by: RSpark, Sep 1, 2012, 20 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Bike Pics and A pic of a side project

    [img] [img] This is the tank cover for my little cousins minibike. I sanded the tank as smooth as possible but could only do so much...
    Thread by: RSpark, Aug 13, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Why not?

    We should form an XJ Motorcycle club. I think it would be fun besides I don't think there are any XJ clubs around anyway. What do you guys think?
    Thread by: RSpark, Aug 12, 2012, 3 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Things like this make Craigslist so worthwhile

    This morning I was looking at the motorcycle section of my local Craigslist and found a set of saddle bags for $25.00 I rode out to look at them...
    Thread by: RSpark, Aug 7, 2012, 10 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Another XJ listed on craigs list.

    What do you guys think of the price? Honestly if it has been well maintained I think it may be worth it however I suspect it has been a bit...
    Thread by: RSpark, Aug 2, 2012, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Puzzled by a puzzling puzzle of an issue....

    I finally got rid of all my rattles a few weeks ago and I have been prepping the bike tank and side covers for paint. Then yesterday a new noise...
    Thread by: RSpark, Aug 1, 2012, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Just posting a picture of my bike

    That is my God Daughter, She just turned 16 a week or so ago. She has been terrified of motorcycles for years. So I told her if she wanted her...
    Thread by: RSpark, Jun 27, 2012, 3 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Any Ideas

    OK guys and gals here's the thing. Someone cut my clutch cable 2 weeks ago while I was working. I put the new cable on yesterday and it seemed...
    Thread by: RSpark, Jun 9, 2012, 3 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    It may not be a yamaha but.......

    it is one lucky bike and bike owner http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-c ... owner.html
    Thread by: RSpark, May 3, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Rebuilding my forks tomorrow any helpful hints/advice?

    I am rebuilding my forks tomorrow and.o.was wondering if anyone had any helpful hints?
    Thread by: RSpark, May 2, 2012, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    On my way home from work............

    I am not sure how many of my fellow XJ'rs are familiar with the bluffs running along the Mississippi river basin however those who do will...
    Thread by: RSpark, Apr 23, 2012, 13 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Lying Jerks

    I just got home from a very disappointing trip. An older gentleman came into the liquor store I work part time at and we started talking...
    Thread by: RSpark, Apr 12, 2012, 28 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Pics of my bike

    I very rarely ride at night, however I decided I wanted to make myself more visible to other drivers in the event I do have to ride after dark....
    Thread by: RSpark, Apr 3, 2012, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Rubber Carb Boots

    I need to replace my carb boot's my question is do they need to be off of a 82 XJ 550 or will the boots from other models work to?
    Thread by: RSpark, Mar 30, 2012, 2 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Disgruntled rider

    I am irritated it got cold on me today so I couldn't get any highway time in before work... I have only been able to get in 832 miles this month....
    Thread by: RSpark, Mar 26, 2012, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Proper Exhaust :D

    I left my house about 9:30 this morning put 230 miles on it before work, it amazes me how much better it runs with exhaust that doesn't leak, and...
    Thread by: RSpark, Mar 14, 2012, 0 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Quick fuse question

    When I hook up my cigarette lighter what size fuse should I use? I know cars typically use 20amp fuses. I just wanted to double check before I...
    Thread by: RSpark, Mar 11, 2012, 2 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Power Point

    Has anyone here ever attached a cigarette lighter powerpoint to your XJ's? I am thinking of hooking one up but was wondering where to place it.
    Thread by: RSpark, Feb 5, 2012, 24 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    arg.. sorry but I have yet another question........

    How difficult is it to change the rubber boots between the carbs and the engine block?
    Thread by: RSpark, Feb 2, 2012, 11 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    The things you find in air filters

    So I am spending the day tearing down my parts bike and you'll never guess what I found in the air filter........... It was filled with pot...
    Thread by: RSpark, Jan 31, 2012, 17 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Just wanted to share

    It's a beautiful day in Dubuque Iowa and I am going for a ride 8)
    Thread by: RSpark, Jan 30, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    confused

    Now I'm Confused a friend of mine on Facebook pointed me to a website that gives bike specs and according to the the 550, 650 and 750 Maxims all...
    Thread by: RSpark, Jan 27, 2012, 3 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Another Tank Question

    How much fuel will a 650 maxim tank hold? I just bought a 650 Tank at a yard sale, it is slightly larger than my 550 Tank and it does fit on my bike.
    Thread by: RSpark, Jan 27, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Gauges

    I was wondering if anyone here knows of kits to convert old gauges to digital or at least modernize them a bit. I like to tinker with electronics...
    Thread by: RSpark, Jan 22, 2012, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    High RPM's

    Is there a way to lower the RPMs of my '82 550 maxim? I was thinking maybe changing the front sprocket but was unsure if it was ok to do? I plan...
    Thread by: RSpark, Jan 22, 2012, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Some old Yamaha TV commercials circa 1981

    Check it out :D http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvlaBDxfbzo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8VgUTGH2bI
    Thread by: RSpark, Jan 19, 2012, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    XJ magazine ?!?!?!?!?!

    I was reading my easy rider magazine and feeling disappointed knowing there are no publications (I am aware of) that deal with older bikes. We...
    Thread by: RSpark, Jan 17, 2012, 31 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What does everyone think?

    I just acquired one hell of a good parts bike, but aside from the parts I need for my bike, I was going to save the Rims, Chain, headlight and...
    Thread by: RSpark, Jan 15, 2012, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Hell yeah!!!!

    I just scored an 82 550 Maxim identical to mine for $100. All it's missing a gas tank and has a seized engine but The exhaust system, side covers...
    Thread by: RSpark, Jan 15, 2012, 10 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Nice day for a ride

    Man I just got home from riding most of the day. It seems so unreal to be out on the 10th of January riding in nothing but a sweatshirt. I don't...
    Thread by: RSpark, Jan 10, 2012, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Quick Question

    I took my bike to a local shop to see what they would charge to clean and resynchronize the carbs, and replace the clutch. They told me that the...
    Thread by: RSpark, May 23, 2011, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Mont Eagle TN

    Is anyone here from Mont Eagle TN? or Harpers Ferry MD? I know someone looking for a bike and he is in either area depending on the time of...
    Thread by: RSpark, May 4, 2011, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    1982 XJ550 Fuel Tank

    My 550 Maxim's Fuel Tank is dented all over the top because when my cousin fried the IC Ignitor he got pissed off and punched the top of the tank...
    Thread by: RSpark, Apr 25, 2011, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Just a random ramble

    I've been slowly Tearing apart my '82 XJ550 maxim, and have a lot of time to reflect on a bad decision I made with it about 10 years ago. I...
    Thread by: RSpark, Apr 24, 2011, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Clutch Question

    I have a 1982 Yamaha XJ550 Maxim. I The clutch needs to be replaced. Generally does one need to replace all of the clutch components or just the...
    Thread by: RSpark, Apr 21, 2011, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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