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  1. Rasputin
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    Headlight/left turn signal not working

    Double check the fuses in the light panel. I bought my XJ two years ago and the right-front indicator light has never come on, although the turn...
    Post by: Rasputin, Aug 10, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Rasputin
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    Handling question/Existential dilemna

    I've also experienced that feeling on a warm/sunny day riding over tar strips.
    Post by: Rasputin, May 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Rasputin
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    Watch your six!

    You've got to watch your 12 as well. About 13 years ago, while living in Florida, I was driving with my wife beside me (car, not sidecar) when...
    Post by: Rasputin, May 2, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Pulstar Spark Plugs

    :roll: Hell, it seems like most guys in here can't get iridium plugs into their bikes fast enough. I wasn't quite expecting the voracity of...
    Post by: Rasputin, May 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Rasputin
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    How much $$ did you sink into the XJ this winter?

    Can't really commiserate with the rest of you. I spent a couple bucks on some fuel stabilizer and distilled water for the battery. I did by...
    Post by: Rasputin, Apr 30, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Pulstar Spark Plugs

    Has anyone else toyed with the idea of putting these new Pulstar spark plugs in their XJ? The testing data looks pretty good, if you can believe...
    Thread by: Rasputin, Apr 30, 2008, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Spark Plug Wire Trick?

    Thanks guys, I managed to get them on by using a sharp metal probe to push the wires aside and basically preform an opening for the boot "screw"...
    Post by: Rasputin, Apr 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Rasputin
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    Hey, Everybody ...Check this Out. Dealership Sell-off eBay!

    Here's the response I received: "All motorcycles have been on display in our showroom, and have not been started for over 8 years. All will...
    Post by: Rasputin, Apr 25, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Spark Plug Wire Trick?

    Is there some kind of "trick" to getting the spark plug boots to screw into the wire? No matter how many times I turn the boot, or how hard I...
    Thread by: Rasputin, Apr 24, 2008, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Hey, Everybody ...Check this Out. Dealership Sell-off eBay!

    Re: Hey, Everybody ...Check this Out. Dealership Sell-off e That bike isn't too far from me. I could always tell the wife it's for when my...
    Post by: Rasputin, Apr 24, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    For Sale XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODELS

    Re: XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODEL Bought some cable splicers for my spark plug wires after reading about them in the...
    Post by: Rasputin, Apr 23, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  12. Rasputin
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    Brand Spankin' New

    As far as whether or not it's a good buy for $750, if I were closer I'd buy it and I already have one! :)
    Post by: Rasputin, Apr 22, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. Rasputin
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    for sale: xj700 engine. Cheap!! Like $70

    Can you tell me where in PA? If it's not too far from me I might take you up on it. Eric
    Post by: Rasputin, Apr 20, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  14. Rasputin
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    How fast have you gone on your XJ?

    The fastest I've gone on mine is 70mph taking off from a traffic light. Hadn't actually intended to go that fast (Still only have a learner's...
    Post by: Rasputin, Sep 7, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. Rasputin
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    How fast should an XJ700 be going?

    Yeah, I know MiCarl, that occurred to me as I was taking my son to soccer. So that means that either my tachometer or speedometer is probably...
    Post by: Rasputin, Aug 31, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Rasputin
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    How fast should an XJ700 be going?

    No, it's a 5 speed. So it woud seem that I'm definitely not getting the most out of my bike. Looks like its time to lean 'er out and see if that...
    Post by: Rasputin, Aug 31, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Rasputin
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    How fast should an XJ700 be going?

    In another thread, someone said that at 4k rpm his XJ700 is going 65mph. Now, I also have an XJ700, but at 4k rpm my bike is only 50mph in 5th...
    Thread by: Rasputin, Aug 30, 2007, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Do You Ride at Interstate Speeds?

    There must be something seriously wrong with my bike. I've got an XJ700N and at 4k rpm in 5th gear I'm only doing 50mph. I know it's running...
    Post by: Rasputin, Aug 29, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I bought my dad an XJ but . . .

    I know that you're right, Rick; but you can't blame a guy for trying. :) It's just really frustrating, especially since it ran fine when I...
    Post by: Rasputin, Aug 27, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I bought my dad an XJ but . . .

    I was just reading an article in one of my boating magazines about the problems associated with the ethanol blended gasoline. Since I don't know...
    Post by: Rasputin, Aug 27, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Rasputin
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    I bought my dad an XJ but . . .

    Okay, Rick, let me give you a bit more info and see what you think. First, I forgot to mention that the bike is an '82. The PO bought the bike...
    Post by: Rasputin, Aug 27, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I bought my dad an XJ but . . .

    Thanks, Rick. I had actually mentioned to my dad that very same suspicion; I didn't bother to tell him what would be required to remedy the...
    Post by: Rasputin, Aug 27, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I bought my dad an XJ but . . .

    Okay, so, my dad liked my bike so much that I bought him an XJ550 Maxim for his birthday. It ran great when I picked it up, but after two hours...
    Thread by: Rasputin, Aug 26, 2007, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Paint touch-up

    My bike has a few chips out of the tank paint about the size of a pin head. There is no rust, just no paint. The front fender also has a small...
    Thread by: Rasputin, Jul 28, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Wheelies?

    Okay then, it looks like dad was right. There's a first time for everything. :lol: Thanks guys.
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 28, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Wheelies?

    Okay, frivolous question time. My dad and I got into a discussion about guys doing dumb stuff on sport bikes. It started when I told him that an...
    Thread by: Rasputin, Jul 27, 2007, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Shirts

    I'll definitely buy a shirt or two, a tee and a sweatshirt. I would stay away from putting an image of a bike on the shirt simply because our...
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 26, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. Rasputin
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    New Scorpion Exo-700 Helmet

    Mumbles, your avatar ROCKS!!! :lol:
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 18, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  29. Rasputin
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    SCORE FOR ME!!

    You can't beat free! I used to work with a woman whose motto was, "If it's free, it's for me." Sounded good to me. :D
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 14, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. Rasputin
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    Tire Changer Sale

    The Harbor Freight retail outlets, not the web site, are having a sale on the Portable Tire Changer and the Motorcycle Tire Changer Attachment....
    Thread by: Rasputin, Jul 14, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. Rasputin
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    NGK Rebate

    The new issue of Popular Mechanics (August 2007) has an ad on page 112 for a NGK spark plug rebate from 8/1/2007 to 12/31/2007. The ad lists...
    Thread by: Rasputin, Jul 14, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. Rasputin
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    Bad word, bad word, BAD WORD...

    Heh! The little guy's a cutie. :) I've got three of 'em from 4 to 10 and they all want to "help"; I now make sure to do all such work in the...
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 10, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Rasputin
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    How long do these bikes last?

    I just bought mine a couple weeks ago with 27k miles on it. Runs like new. Don't see why yours shouldn't do as well. As far as parts like oil...
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 10, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Rasputin
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    Hi Beams

    Great info for future reference, Taz. Thanks.
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 6, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. Rasputin
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    A 550 Newbie With Questions

    You could also try BikeBandit.com and DennisKirk.com. IMHO, both are good sites with great prices.
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 5, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Rasputin
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    running lights

    Why would you want to do that; greater visibility? It does sound interesting; I'll have to check the wiring harness on my bike. Are you doing...
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 5, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    curiosity question... blinkers

    My bike also has no delay. I would be surprised if they were time cancelling; that wouldn't seem safe when sitting at a traffic light.
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 5, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Rasputin
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    Finding a good seat.

    Definitely eBay. Always seems to be someone parting out an XJ on there.
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 5, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Buying parts

    I've been wondering the same thing myself. Thanks. :D
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 5, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Rasputin
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    Denso sparkplugs

    Use Google to search for these key words "Denso Performance spark plugs" any you'll get lots of hits, including the manufacturer's Web site....
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 5, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Rasputin
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    July 4th.

    Well that was awfully considerate of her. Tell her that we said, "Thanks, and Happy Birthday!" :D
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 3, 2007 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  42. Rasputin
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    Super Frustrated now...

    Try this thread. http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=2 ... rt=30.html Fourth post down is his most current parts list, including carbs/parts.
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 3, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. Rasputin
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    What size is my sparkplugs?

    According to the directions that I read online, you have to run the engine with regular plugs until the engine warms up, then swap in the...
    Post by: Rasputin, Jul 3, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. Rasputin
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    ? about seat mods- make narrower?

    RickCoMatic did a great job on his, check it out here: http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=4 ... round.html I'm seeing several posts of...
    Post by: Rasputin, Jun 30, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
  45. Rasputin
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    Seat Mod or Maxim Years Fit?

    RickCoMatic had the same problem with his seat, so he peeled back the cover and went after the foam with a carving knife. The seat looks *great*...
    Post by: Rasputin, Jun 30, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
  46. Rasputin
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    want bigger tank 4 a 83 xj650

    Don't forget the loss in efficiency resulting from the shaft drive. The CBR600 is chain driven.
    Post by: Rasputin, Jun 30, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
  47. Rasputin
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    Dyna Beads

    Thanks, Piersol. I just ordered up a big ol' bag-o-balance. :)
    Post by: Rasputin, Jun 29, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. Rasputin
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    Dyna Beads

    Has anyone tried these in their XJ tires? Are they as good as they're claimed to be? At ~$10 they're a bit expensive compared to lead, but...
    Thread by: Rasputin, Jun 29, 2007, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Unbefreakingly believeable!!!

    The next time that happens to you while posting, just hit the "Back" button on your browser. You should see all of your text still in the message...
    Post by: Rasputin, Jun 27, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. Rasputin
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    Looking to buy: Help be my "bring a friend to look it over"

    $1850 is way too much money for the bike you describe. I just bought an '85 XJ700 with similar mileage in beautiful condition for $1500. I...
    Post by: Rasputin, Jun 26, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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