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  1. boostenlebaron
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    1982 Suzuki GS 650L "Bobber" project. PICS!!!

    Nice. i really like what you did with the tank. It really ties the bike together.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Jun 23, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. boostenlebaron
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    My 81 xj650 bobber build.

    Im glad people like it. I tried to keep it as functional as possible without going over board and making sure it was 100% street legal in my neck...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Jun 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  3. boostenlebaron
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    My 81 xj650 bobber build.

    thanks. I dont have the side covers anymore. I sold them for almost what i paid for the bike and they wouldnt have really fit with the seat...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Jun 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  4. boostenlebaron
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    My 81 xj650 bobber build.

    Finally go tthe bike all buttoned up and registered. Im pretty much done with it for the rest of the year. It runs great and everythign works as...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Jun 9, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. boostenlebaron
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    New Member, Couple Questions about this bike? (Pics)

    Overall it doesnt look to bad. Youll need to find someone to weld for sure. The swingarm and frams shock mount dont look to hard but shouldnt be...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Jun 6, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. boostenlebaron
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    lower shocks

    Ive got 10.5 shocks on mine. I thought i was good to go but now i know i have to becareful when driving. With my 4 into 1 exhaust it does...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Jun 3, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. boostenlebaron
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    82 Maxim-Next Step/New Bars.Any help would be appreciated

    It depends on how agressive you are with bar positioning. Its the angle that you put it at thats a real killer with the master. any of the...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. boostenlebaron
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    rims

    no way, not even close. i dont think you could even get the back rim in between the swing arm. The front is only slightly more doable because...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. boostenlebaron
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    Handlebar cleanup

    I used an r6/r1 throttle assembly for mine. they dont have any switches on them. I reused my stock throttle cable and tube for it to. I got rid...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. boostenlebaron
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    Just how hard would this be? Is it do-able? Electrical

    There is a thread on here with someone trying to get those gauges to work. I think it was called "updating to modern gauges" or something. Brake...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. boostenlebaron
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    Auxilary lighter plug...

    Easiest way to install in a to wire it directly to the battery with a toggle switch and small fuse. For phones and gps units it should be fine but...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. boostenlebaron
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    How much $ can I get if I part out a complete bike?

    You dont even need to go to vt to do this. Its done online now. Its actually easier if you live out of state for some reason.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 12, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. boostenlebaron
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    How much $ can I get if I part out a complete bike?

    I bought mine and sold off some stuff i wasnt going to use for my project and it paid for th ebike and the new parts. Side covers, seat, engine...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 11, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. boostenlebaron
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    Master cylinder for drag bars?

    The angle on the inside ports is pretty severe. Leaning the bike to the right pretty much leaves it exposed unless you really top it off. Plus...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 11, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  15. boostenlebaron
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    straight pipes???

    I have mine only about 6in beyond the collectors, pretty much inline with just behind me.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 10, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  16. boostenlebaron
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    Green plug inside headlight??

    Just unplug it instead of grounding it together. It doesnt need to be that way and its a touch safer. You just can only start it in neutral....
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 10, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. boostenlebaron
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    straight pipes???

    my plugs are slightly rich and im still at stock jets.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 10, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. boostenlebaron
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    straight pipes???

    Ive got a short turn down tip on mine to try to limit the noise. For sure its loud but no were near my neighbors harley. I havent had a lick of...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 9, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. boostenlebaron
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    My ride won't start

    Could be the starter or relay. Grab a volt meter and see whats up. Battery could have low voltage too, even a new one.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 3, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. boostenlebaron
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    spark plugs

    easy as can be. Youll need a socket wrench and a gapping tool. Take your time and do one at a time.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 2, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. boostenlebaron
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    What I learned while bleeding brakes

    Its called gravity bleeding. It can work but as youve seen its very slow.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 1, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Diagnose this electrical burden

    your gonna have to dig into the bucket no matter what. the harness for it runs though that bucket along with everthing else. i really mimialized...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, May 1, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. boostenlebaron
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    Caliper and master cylinder swap from new bike

    The gz actaully has a smaller bore but for our bikes its good. Its better than the stocker. Youll have to modify the stock brake light wiring to...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 29, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Caliper and master cylinder swap from new bike

    You have to be mildly careful when getting a new master cylinder. Bore size is probably the most important aspect but so are line placement and...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 28, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Caliper and master cylinder swap from new bike

    Brake lines can be ordered to length. Just get a single line and get rid of the stock 2 piece junction block set up. Depending on your bike...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 28, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Caliper and master cylinder swap from new bike

    master cylinder is easy. plenty to choose from just search. Same for the braided line. the caliper is not really gonna be possible. It mounts...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 27, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  27. boostenlebaron
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    Open Headers

    Mine rides ok on open headers and everything stock. Im probably gonna do some sort baffle though, its abit loud for me.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 26, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Where to side mount license plate?

    Due to all the cutting and hacking on my bike im pretty much forced to mount my plate on the side of the bike. Due to state laws it must also be...
    Thread by: boostenlebaron, Apr 26, 2012, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. boostenlebaron
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    New Member, Please Help!!

    probably a bad starter. Its not engaging the motor. You should be able to push start the bike though.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 26, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  30. boostenlebaron
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    My 81 xj650 bobber build.

    Thats actually the oem one. I cut about 8in off it and it fits right between the rails. im still using the oem plastic guard too thats been cut...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 26, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  31. boostenlebaron
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    My 81 xj650 bobber build.

    Im not saying the paint wont stick to the shocks but i do doubt it. Maybe just painting the end caps will stick but the coil itself will just...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. boostenlebaron
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    My 81 xj650 bobber build.

    The bars can be a bit of a hassle but not too bad. I used it as an excuse to replace all my cables which should have been done anyway. I went...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. boostenlebaron
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    My 81 xj650 bobber build.

    Got the taillight in. Not really what i was looking for but i bought it sight unseen so i guess its the best i could hope for. Seems like a nice...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. boostenlebaron
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    My 81 Maxim xj650 project

    if you look at my build thread i have 11.5 shocks on mine. Not a ton of room if youve already started cutting back there but it depends on how...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  35. boostenlebaron
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    Need some help on my xj650, not starting anymore.

    Are your plug wires in the right order? Its not points since you dont have any. I doubt its carbs since its not starting on fluid, they maybe...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. boostenlebaron
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    Need some help on my xj650, not starting anymore.

    Id clean or change the plugs real quick and go from there.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. boostenlebaron
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    intake boot torque values

    Ive always gone by the "little bolt-little torque" theory if i cant find the actual numbers.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. boostenlebaron
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    Final drive leaks from breather

    Ive found mine does it when its cold out but once it or the weather warms up im fine.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 19, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. boostenlebaron
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    Help!!

    Turn signal could be a bad switch in the handlebar assembly or a broken wire in it. Check your fuses too.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  40. boostenlebaron
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    Fuel pipe info/problem

    gravity would have a single line from the tank petcock to the carbs. The vacuum would have an additional line coming from the carb area going to...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Xj Rear Shocks

    I believe his 14in is measured from the top to bottom of the shock not eye to eye.Our stockers end up being 12 3/4 ish if i remember right eye to...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 18, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  42. boostenlebaron
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    Checking all engine internals

    Thats pretty much it. A full tune up as well. You want the motor to be running in its best condition before you start making carb changes or you...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  43. boostenlebaron
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    Tach not resonding properly

    could be the cable itself. My tach tip popped off and it still works but sometimes the cable spins on the tip. Mine is also very jittery now as...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 17, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  44. boostenlebaron
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    Moving start button/ getting rid cluster

    I did this to my bike. I moved the starter button to side of the reflector housing so its easy to hit. Everything else i just hard wired...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  45. boostenlebaron
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    82 maxim 650 problems

    while your at it your gonna have to bite the bullet and rebuild the carbs. It should be done anyway and maybe the source of your issues to begin...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. boostenlebaron
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    My 81 Maxim xj650 project

    What did you have in mind for mods? You can only really start chopping more. Looks clean now though.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    My 81 xj650 bobber build.

    here ya go guys. I ended up buying a nice solo seat that looked aweful on the bike so i went ahead and made my own. I have no idea how it came...
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  48. boostenlebaron
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    Stock air box removal and replacement

    more than likely if your having that much trouble with them your gonna have to move/remove the motor. On some of our bikes thats the only way.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 13, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. boostenlebaron
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    Which bike has the biggest mileage on xj bikes?

    Ive only got a measely 40k on mine. I did see one years and years ago with 150k though.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 13, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  50. boostenlebaron
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    airbox boots don't fit

    7 dollar heat gun from harbor freight worked mint for me. I did it in the freezing cold to boot.
    Post by: boostenlebaron, Apr 11, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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