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  1. happydog500
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    Valve Clearance Problems

    fyi, the factory service manual has incorrect listings also. Mostly what I've caught are capacities. Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 21, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. happydog500
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    Bike almost dies after emergency stop.

    Both are the same size.
    Post by: happydog500, Jun 26, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. happydog500
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    Bike almost dies after emergency stop.

    I have two lines coming of the cock. Which one do I put the filter on?
    Post by: happydog500, Jun 25, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. happydog500
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    Bike almost dies after emergency stop.

    Those filters at my local shop have a "for one or two cylinders." Mine is a 4 cylinder. Also, I wanted to keep my fuel line in the tab where...
    Post by: happydog500, Jun 25, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. happydog500
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    Bike almost dies after emergency stop.

    How do you fit it? I don't have enough room in the line. Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Jun 25, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. happydog500
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    Hardware Store Cock Rebuild Kit?

    Re: Hardware Store c**k Rebuild Kit? Thank you for the pictures. Looks like it's a lot more to it then I thought. In the pictures, I see...
    Post by: happydog500, Jun 13, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. happydog500
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    Hardware Store Cock Rebuild Kit?

    I have a mountain bike that needed the forks rebuilt. The fork company charged $45 for the rubber seals. I went to the hardware store and...
    Thread by: happydog500, Jun 11, 2014, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. happydog500
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    What's the deal with ridding with one hand on your hip?

    As I ride around my area, lots and lots of riders I see are ridding with one hand on the throttle, and one on their hip. So much so, I...
    Thread by: happydog500, Jun 3, 2014, 32 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  9. happydog500
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    Hmm dirty bike

    When I first got my bike, my friend cleaned it with "Castrol Degreaser." Turned some of the motor green. Now it doesn't match. Bigfitz,...
    Post by: happydog500, Jun 3, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. happydog500
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    How come bike runs so good after a long hard ride?

    The bike is warmed up. I ride around all day for weeks and weeks. Runs good. I went on my ride and it runs noticeably better.
    Post by: happydog500, May 22, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. happydog500
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    How come bike runs so good after a long hard ride?

    I thought it was bad gas at first. I was going down a long hill and it sputtered and quit on me. Since I just put some in, didn't hit me that it...
    Post by: happydog500, May 21, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. happydog500
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    How come bike runs so good after a long hard ride?

    My bike runs good. I went for a ride today on the open road. I rode for about three hours at mostly 75mph, with an occasional 100mph. When I...
    Thread by: happydog500, May 21, 2014, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. happydog500
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    driving like grandma?

    I love 6,200rpm!!!! I still remember the first time I did it. I said, WOW!! I did it the other day ridding with some friends crotch rockets...
    Post by: happydog500, May 18, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. happydog500
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    Should you change oil by feel?

    This oil has very, very good ratings. What did you notice on the improved shifting? Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, May 4, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. happydog500
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    Should you change oil by feel?

    As my 2,000-3,000 miles come up, I can "feel" the oil getting worn out. Doesn't shift as easy, rungs a little rougher, stuff like that. Also,...
    Thread by: happydog500, May 2, 2014, 19 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. happydog500
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    20W-40 oil

    I prefer 20/50 in mine. I like the extra cushion. Since the manual recommends higher viscosity for hotter weather, the extra little bit I like....
    Post by: happydog500, May 2, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. happydog500
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    Winter Rebuild Questions - 83 750 Maxim

    Re: My Winter Refresh - 83 750 Maxim Did you buy that rack that hangs off the back of the seat? How much and where? Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Feb 14, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. happydog500
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    front fork air pressure?

    I find my 750 runs good with a little more pressure. I'm getting pretty heavy so mine drives good at 12-15lbs. I tried 10lbs but kept bottoming...
    Post by: happydog500, Feb 7, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. happydog500
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    Loud ticking...

    I lubed my clutch cable last year and the whole thing felt totally different. Much more then I could ever imagine. It was like a new clutch. Way,...
    Post by: happydog500, Feb 7, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. happydog500
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    Tri-Cities, Washington- or surrounding areas(SE Washington)

    I rode last year in the snow. Don't' have to wait. :) Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Nov 25, 2013 in forum: Western US and Canada
  21. happydog500
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    What is your favorite BEER!?

    Just had the best beer I've ever had. It's called, Elysian Bifrost. Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Nov 13, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. happydog500
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I ride in a t-shirt and a leather jacket. Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Nov 12, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. happydog500
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I walked by mine with the cover on it wondering if a damp 40* was to cold walking by, would it be to cold to ride? Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Nov 11, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. happydog500
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    What is your favorite BEER!?

    Out of all the beers, I'd have to say YAMAHA Beer is the best!! Just kidding. If I had to pic one right now, I'd pick Bud Light Platinum. High...
    Post by: happydog500, Oct 28, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. happydog500
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    Hard to start now that it's getting colder outside

    When mine did this, it turned out to be the battery. The bike turned over real good, so when it was suggested to me, I didn't believe it....
    Post by: happydog500, Oct 1, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. happydog500
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    sissy bar bags

    My xj750 doesn't have a big enough sissy bar to use one. While at a super wa-lmart, with a motorcycle section, they have a very nice one. It was...
    Post by: happydog500, Sep 28, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. happydog500
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    Bike Shut Off but Starts Right Up

    I took it on a trip yesterday, it ran fine. Today I was at a friends house, when I left it didn't start. I put the stand down and back up and it...
    Post by: happydog500, Sep 4, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. happydog500
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    Bike Shut Off but Starts Right Up

    When I look, what am I looking for? Corrosion? Dirty? Does this mean I have to replace it or clean it?
    Post by: happydog500, Sep 3, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. happydog500
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    Bike Shut Off but Starts Right Up

    Like when I go to the store. I pull into the parking lot and park. I turn off the motor by putting the kickstand down. Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Sep 3, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. happydog500
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    Bike Shut Off but Starts Right Up

    I shut off the bike a lot when I stop, I put the stand down to kill the motor. Does the switch need cleaning? Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Sep 3, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. happydog500
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    Bike Shut Off but Starts Right Up

    For a coupe weeks, sometimes my bike shuts off for a fraction of a second. Some wouldn't notice it, it's just a fraction of a second. I thought...
    Thread by: happydog500, Sep 2, 2013, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. happydog500
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    Everything Changed after I took the bike, Stuck in a storm

    OK, sounds good. I will change my attitude. It won't matter getting wet since it will be 100*. I will look at it as getting cooled down. I kind of...
    Post by: happydog500, Aug 10, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. happydog500
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    Everything Changed after I took the bike, Stuck in a storm

    Well, when I thought about ridding my bike across the state through the desert to a Convention, the weather had all suns as the icons (weather...
    Thread by: happydog500, Aug 9, 2013, 10 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. happydog500
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    What is favorite helmet and why?

    Almost everyone in my area I ride with got a Gmax GM54 modular Helmet. They are $179 at the shop. They go in and try them on and order them...
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 29, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. happydog500
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    Need a seat to modify for an 83 XJ750 Maxim-Have trade.

    I have been looking for a more flat seat. I hate the one I have on my bike. It's in perfect shape. The most comfortable place is for me is at...
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 29, 2013 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  36. happydog500
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    Please help cant find petc/ck rebuild an gas cap rebuild!

    I saw a brand new, aftermarket for an xs1100 for $10 on ebay a couple weeks a go. You might try looking there. Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 16, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. happydog500
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    What are my plugs saying?

    I hear them saying, "Help! Help! put me back in and I wan to to go ride! Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 15, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. happydog500
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    Tire pressures

    If you really think about it, this is the same thing we've been saying here. When they say, "up to 42psi" sounds like max, not recommended....
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. happydog500
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    Tire pressures

    OK. I was just a little worried about you. On computer forums, as soon as someone posts how secure there data is, that's when the HD goes out....
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. happydog500
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    Tire pressures

    To me, being crippled and not ridding at all is a lot worse then not ridding temporary while waiting to get a good tire. Also, if you die your...
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. happydog500
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    Tire pressures

    I was so happy when I got them. The guy at the shop when I asked why he had to put so much weights on, said he wouldn't put them on his kids...
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. happydog500
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    Tire pressures

    If you get a reply, let me know because I use Shinko (for now). Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. happydog500
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    Tire pressures

    Looks like everything has changed since our bike where new! "Tires where different back then" and pressures "no linger apply." Without knowing...
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. happydog500
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    Any way to firm up the front supsension?

    Wow, this is a lot harder then on the 750. I had little screws at the bottom of the forks. Take that out and the oil just comes out. Unscrew the...
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 5, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. happydog500
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    Tire pressures

    There is no "Recommended" tire pressure on the tire. That is the "maximum" pressure. Each bike has it's own pressure. I would put 26/28...
    Post by: happydog500, Jul 5, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. happydog500
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    Taking the XJ from Wisconsin to California, annnnnnnnnd BACK

    Wish I would of saw this sooner. You went right by me and I have the same bike. I like your luggage rack. Is the container your cat's in come...
    Post by: happydog500, Jun 15, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  47. happydog500
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    replacing fork seal issues

    Don't google it, youtube it. Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Jun 9, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. happydog500
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    replacing fork seal issues

    I checked several youtube videos about changing fork seals before I did mine. Lots of ones with the same type as XJ's. Chris.
    Post by: happydog500, Jun 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. happydog500
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    Tri-Cities, Washington- or surrounding areas(SE Washington)

    Re: Tri-Cities, Washington- or surrounding areas(SE Washingt Not true. We have a marker placed by the state off Devils Gulch trail outside...
    Post by: happydog500, Jun 7, 2013 in forum: Western US and Canada
  50. happydog500
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    Make Turn Signals Running Lights that Blink

    Yes, this is why I posted. My friend Greg has running lights and when I look in my mirror, I see him so good. "The difference in how visible the...
    Post by: happydog500, Jun 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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