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  1. khemist000
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    Killed my battery by leaving my lights on, could I have hurt the bike?

    [IMG] The new battery was all I needed. Even after sitting for a couple of weeks, she still rides like a dream!
    Post by: khemist000, Sep 24, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. khemist000
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    Killed my battery by leaving my lights on, could I have hurt the bike?

    Oh, I'm well aware that I started on a journey of having to wrench and tinker on the bike :). At this point though I'm kind of taking it one...
    Post by: khemist000, Sep 23, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. khemist000
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    Killed my battery by leaving my lights on, could I have hurt the bike?

    No particular reason, I was just trying to save a couple of bucks (the ebay battery was only $50 shipped). Obviously it bit me in the ass this...
    Post by: khemist000, Sep 23, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. khemist000
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    Killed my battery by leaving my lights on, could I have hurt the bike?

    UPDATE: Checked out the fuse under the seat. Looked pristine. Was able to successfully jump the bike from my car, with no problems. Started right...
    Post by: khemist000, Sep 23, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. khemist000
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    Killed my battery by leaving my lights on, could I have hurt the bike?

    No luck with the new battery charging it overnight (2AMP Duracell battery maintainer). Going to pick up a multimeter to see if its actually good...
    Post by: khemist000, Sep 23, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. khemist000
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    Killed my battery by leaving my lights on, could I have hurt the bike?

    Yep, we'll see if it charges overnight! I'm not entirely confident, but holding out hope. At least this seller has a GREAT return/exchange policy,...
    Post by: khemist000, Sep 22, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. khemist000
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    Killed my battery by leaving my lights on, could I have hurt the bike?

    I'm not sure about the fuses Gary, I'll have to check those out tomorrow (a buddy of mine suggested the same thing). Would my headlight come on...
    Post by: khemist000, Sep 22, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. khemist000
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    Killed my battery by leaving my lights on, could I have hurt the bike?

    Hey guys, I was really stupid and left my keys in the ignition in the ON position (lights and whatnot stay on). This was from about 9am till...
    Thread by: khemist000, Sep 22, 2015, 23 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. khemist000
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    gas mileage?

    Yeah, I probably got a bit overexcited, per usual. But the savings were real, the performance the same and it definitely made me question using...
    Post by: khemist000, Aug 24, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. khemist000
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    gas mileage?

    A little bit off topic, but I think it fits this thread. When I bought my 86 Maxim 700, I used only premium gas as this is what the previous owner...
    Post by: khemist000, Aug 24, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. khemist000
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    gas mileage?

    I love everything about this forum :D! The bandanna trick is actually a great idea! i would probably just hang it off the rear seat bar so its...
    Post by: khemist000, Aug 11, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. khemist000
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    gas mileage?

    Yeah, I totally hear you. Trying to figure out the best way to fill without getting splash. The second time I filled my tank I splashed gas ALL...
    Post by: khemist000, Aug 11, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    gas mileage?

    '86 XJ700. I get ABOUT 80 miles before I need to switch to reserve tank. Though last time it snuck up on me and was closer to 75 before I started...
    Post by: khemist000, Aug 11, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. khemist000
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    Best Service / Repair Manual for 86 Maxim 700

    Thanks for the reply tabaka. I actually ended up pulling the trigger on the Tradebit manuals and couldn't have been happier! Everything is totally...
    Post by: khemist000, Aug 11, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. khemist000
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    Any New York or PA riders here?

    Center city Philadelphia. Just picked up a great shape 86 Maxim about three weeks ago. Looking forward to putting some miles on it!
    Post by: khemist000, Aug 4, 2015 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Best Service / Repair Manual for 86 Maxim 700

    Guys, Just got a Maxim 700 a few weeks ago, and want to get a manual to be able to do some of the work myself. I came across this one through...
    Thread by: khemist000, Aug 4, 2015, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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