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  1. maxj550
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    XJ550 Maxim - Whole or Parts

    Hi folks. I just got back in town and saw all your replies. Thank You. Yes, let me know or PM me for the parts. I will start taking the bike...
    Post by: maxj550, Feb 8, 2016 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    XJ550 Maxim - Whole or Parts

    Greetings, It is a Black 1981 Maxim XJ550. Everything looks stock. Not wreck. Not currently running, barn found today, cob web all over,...
    Thread by: maxj550, Dec 25, 2015, 6 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  3. maxj550
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    How did you get here?

    Did some internet search about an older xj550 running project and saw this great website :)
    Post by: maxj550, Oct 24, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. maxj550
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    Stuck In Gear. Transmission Problem?

    Update. Found the loose screw ( see picture) and got it replaced anf secured. Now, What else suppose to be here ( see the other picture)...
    Post by: maxj550, Jul 11, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. maxj550
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    Stuck In Gear. Transmission Problem?

    Is there a picture (not the factory diagram) of internal shifting-mechanism of the 550? Need to know of which part actually looks like, stays...
    Post by: maxj550, Jul 4, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. maxj550
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    Stuck In Gear. Transmission Problem?

    No luck so far. FYI this is 550 and there is no visual access to the inside shifting parts (Like Shaft-Driven 650 0r 750) Nothing to see after...
    Post by: maxj550, Jul 1, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. maxj550
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    Stuck In Gear. Transmission Problem?

    The cover etc are now removed. How to gain a visual access to the shifting mechanism without splitting the crankcase? Would it be worth while to...
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 29, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. maxj550
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    Stuck In Gear. Transmission Problem?

    I could see that it is simple to remove the shifter lever, front sprocket cover and the front sprocket, but not able see the "segment" ,...
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 29, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. maxj550
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    Stuck In Gear. Transmission Problem?

    Thanks, Chacal Should i get the (possible) replacement parts beforehand, so this repair will goes on simultaneously without waiting for the new...
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 29, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. maxj550
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    Stuck In Gear. Transmission Problem?

    Thanks Luis! Which one is for XJ550? I would like to get the correct insight before i start taking it apart.
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 28, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. maxj550
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    Cannot change out of first gear

    BTW, is this about XJ550 ? If so, mine is also stuck, and would like to know if i should follow your path to fix it.
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 28, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. maxj550
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    Stuck In Gear. Transmission Problem?

    Yesterday, all of sudden it was physically hard to shift up and down, using normal force of left toe. I thought maybe the new oil change from...
    Thread by: maxj550, Jun 28, 2015, 26 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. maxj550
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    Under Tank , Engine Heat Barrier / Reflector

    [IMG]
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 23, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Under Tank , Engine Heat Barrier / Reflector

    Just like some good quality cars, they put on those heat-barrier "tape" or "shield" on the engine bay firewall, to reduce cabin temperature. To...
    Thread by: maxj550, Jun 21, 2015, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. maxj550
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    2 Seater Cafe Racer or Bobber ?

    That Buell shape reminds me of Robocop :) Here is the kind of seat that i have in mind at the moment... [IMG]
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    XJ550 Starter Counter Part - Idler Gear Reduction ?

    Salute to k-moe and Chacal. I've read your replies back and forth, digested it, and finally understood and found the holy grail (missing)...
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ550 Starter Counter Part - Idler Gear Reduction ?

    Thanks, k-moe. What parts (numbers) does it need? I have no visual knowledge of the (missing) parts needed. I went looked it up online Service...
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. maxj550
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    XJ550 Starter Counter Part - Idler Gear Reduction ?

    Thanks, Chacal I have the same thought of that pin which appears to be too far outward and "hanging", so i think it could be the reason why...
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ550 Starter Counter Part - Idler Gear Reduction ?

    Just took the clutch cover off, and here are 5 pictures of the inside... What parts are missing or broken?
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ550 Starter Counter Part - Idler Gear Reduction ?

    Thanks guys! k-moe, i tried it with magnet as well as with screw-driver, to move that gear in the hole, but it would not budge. also, as you...
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Under Bar Mirrors

    Thanks, Ribo. I agree with your input, and also think that the mirrors could be mounted there but further forward. The reason why i want it that...
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Paint Stripper or Remover ?

    Thanks, Ribo. I'll give that a shot.
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Under Bar Mirrors

    Hi, guys! I'm aware that you might think it is gonna hit the gas tank, when you turn the steering. Also, not going to have "bar-end" mirrors,...
    Thread by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Paint Stripper or Remover ?

    What kind of liquid material did you use to remove paint off of gas tank or metal? I have used Jasco that came in a spray can as well as in a...
    Thread by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    2 Seater Cafe Racer or Bobber ?

    I like that thinner seat, and wish it is also thinner on the back-end, so it would be good for a passenger too.
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    2 Seater Cafe Racer or Bobber ?

    I'd like to modify a Maxim slightly to a Cafe Racer or a Bobber style, but not too short on the back end. Primarily, just to modify the seat...
    Thread by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    XJ550 Starter Counter Part - Idler Gear Reduction ?

    Thanks, k-moe When it (starter just spin but not engaged) happened for the very first time at parking lot, i went head and was able to "bump/roll...
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    anyone in or near yelm washington?

    Hi guys!
    Post by: maxj550, Jun 12, 2015 in forum: Western US and Canada
  29. maxj550
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    XJ550 Starter Counter Part - Idler Gear Reduction ?

    Hi guys, thanks for reading this. 1. Is the stock '81 xj550 starter motor suppose to be a "bendix" style - like most cars (the gear slides...
    Thread by: maxj550, Jun 12, 2015, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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