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  1. thench
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    Bought a new bike.

    It's not. It's small. The sticker on it says the weight capacity is 1lb. A pair of gloves, a cellphone, a pack of smokes will fit in there, and...
    Post by: thench, Mar 24, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  2. thench
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    Bought a new bike.

    After reading about owners with the automatic model, I kind of wish I had bought one with the automatic. But then, I'm not really sure what I...
    Post by: thench, Mar 24, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  3. thench
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    Bought a new bike.

    If I could have changed anything on it, I would have been the color. Yes, it's a parallel twin, liquid cooled.
    Post by: thench, Mar 23, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  4. thench
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    Bought a new bike.

    I don't have quite 100 miles on it yet, but I really like it so far. It fits me, just like my XJ does. I've got to admit that it's a bit more...
    Post by: thench, Mar 22, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  5. thench
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    Bought a new bike.

    [ATTACH]
    Post by: thench, Mar 22, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  6. thench
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    Little stumble at low rpm.

    I plan to keep it that way, I don't need to be adding any more gremlins to chase on a 34 year old bike.
    Post by: thench, Mar 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. thench
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    Little stumble at low rpm.

    Yes, factory airbox and filter.
    Post by: thench, Mar 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. thench
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    Little stumble at low rpm.

    I'll check into that stuff. That's a good area to start from. I'm sending the tank and side panels out for paint sometime soon and that would be a...
    Post by: thench, Mar 20, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. thench
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    Little stumble at low rpm.

    Not all the time. But sometimes, yes. Idle RPM is like 1200...Hard to tell exactly with the factory tach, but it's less than 1500. Electrical...
    Post by: thench, Mar 20, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. thench
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    Little stumble at low rpm.

    Wow, guess I left a few questions unanswered. OK, the floats where wet set, I spent a lot of time trying to get them just perfect, I feel like...
    Post by: thench, Mar 20, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. thench
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    Little stumble at low rpm.

    OK, I've been to the Church of Clean, took great care to rebuild the carb rack, adjusted the valves, new plugs, set the float levels (with great...
    Thread by: thench, Mar 20, 2016, 33 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. thench
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    Bought a new bike.

    I will, on Tuesday, after work, when the temperature is in the 60's. ;)
    Post by: thench, Mar 20, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  13. thench
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    Bought a new bike.

    While it's not a Yamaha, I finally dropped the coin on a brand new 2015 Honda CTX 700N. I've been looking at buying one for a good while now and I...
    Thread by: thench, Mar 19, 2016, 19 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  14. thench
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    Does your state have inspections, if so, good or bad thing?

    Hey, I've seen cars driving around with bald donuts on them, as in, the tread worn completely off. Granted, I doubt that they have a very good...
    Post by: thench, Mar 15, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. thench
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    Be Thankful

    It's like they see you but they don't see you. I've often wondered why that is. It's almost as if motorcycles are ignored by drivers, perhaps...
    Post by: thench, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. thench
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    New member - 83 750 maxim midnight

    Well, yeah, using an impact driver is kind of an "all or nothing" type of approach, and you usually only get one shot at it, so it's best to have...
    Post by: thench, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. thench
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    Be Thankful

    While we're on the subject, what's up with people just pulling out right in front of you like you're not even there? I get especially pissed when...
    Post by: thench, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. thench
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    New member - 83 750 maxim midnight

    Folks, I recommend that if you're going to own older motorcycles, especially metric ones, that you go ahead and invest in a good quality impact...
    Post by: thench, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  19. thench
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    Special thanks to member "toolman"

    Thanks toolman! This place is great!
    Post by: thench, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  20. thench
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    Does your state have inspections, if so, good or bad thing?

    WV has state inspections for cars, motorcycles and trailers. The motorcycle and trailers share the same style of sticker. Which reminds me, I...
    Post by: thench, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. thench
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    Thank you

    I'm with you Lightcs1776, if I had not found this forum, and received all of the information and help, I don't think I would have ever had my bike...
    Post by: thench, Mar 12, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. thench
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    Hey Everyone

    Nice bike you have there Mike!
    Post by: thench, Mar 12, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. thench
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    Special thanks to listmember "thench"

    It was nothing really. It's the least I could do for all of the information and help I've found on this forum. Thank you all for contributing in...
    Post by: thench, Mar 12, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. thench
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    crash bars interchange

    Well, thanks for all the help guys, I know what I have to do now. I'm always looking for other XJ bikes in my area. I bought this one from...
    Post by: thench, Mar 5, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. thench
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    crash bars interchange

    Thanks. I don't mind a few modifications to make a set work. I'd just like to keep the cutting, welding, drilling and whatever to a minimum.
    Post by: thench, Mar 4, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. thench
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    crash bars interchange

    Will a set from a 650 fit a 550?
    Post by: thench, Mar 4, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. thench
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    crash bars interchange

    Funny......
    Post by: thench, Mar 4, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. thench
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    crash bars interchange

    Hello all! I think I'd like a set of crash bars for my 550 maxim. Would any of you folks know which models/years will fit? Thanks!
    Thread by: thench, Mar 4, 2016, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. thench
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    XJ4ever

    What can I say? I just don't know how you could ask for any better service than XJ4ever. Thanks Len!
    Thread by: thench, Mar 3, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  30. thench
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    Valve clearance frustrations

    That's a good idea! At least I know what to do with it now.
    Post by: thench, Mar 2, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. thench
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    Valve clearance frustrations

    I'm another vote for a 12ga insulated solid wire. In my personal opinion, it's much faster and easier than the tool.
    Post by: thench, Mar 1, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. thench
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    Carb float needle question

    I'm going to go ahead and say that you might as well clean whatever set you're going to use and get some rebuild kits. If you neglect to...
    Post by: thench, Feb 27, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. thench
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    XJ4Ever

    Yes! I know where I'll always go for XJ parts! XJ4Ever for ever!
    Post by: thench, Feb 25, 2016 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  34. thench
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    XJ4Ever

    I've got to give another thumbs up to chacal @ XJ4Ever for the great service provided! Thanks again!
    Thread by: thench, Feb 24, 2016, 2 replies, in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  35. thench
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    What shims do I need?

    Thanks guys! That's what I thought, I just wasn't 100% sure. If you don't mind, let me know how the pool works.
    Post by: thench, Feb 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. thench
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    What shims do I need?

    OK, I finally got to check my valve clearances today and pull out the shims. I've looked at the shim chart, but I'm not sure what I need. All of...
    Thread by: thench, Feb 21, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. thench
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    XJ4ever parts & service

    Another satisfied customer right here! Thanks for getting the part I needed out so quickly! I'll be back again soon!
    Post by: thench, Nov 28, 2015 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
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