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  1. XJXLEE
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    To "X" or not to "X"?

    I have 3 maxims X's - great looking bikes and great fun too. The photo shows a really nice one. I agree, fuel tank is too small. The valve...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Jan 30, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Carburetor Synchronizer

    Those dial gauge type synchronisers are very inaccurate and awkward to use. Most people use a Carbtune - see www.carbtune.com
    Post by: XJXLEE, Sep 23, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Brand New Harley Davidson Mufflers $40!!!

    Hi -I am still interested in these if you could give me a shipping cost please
    Post by: XJXLEE, Jul 26, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Brand New Harley Davidson Mufflers $40!!!

    I would be very interested in these if you were prepared to ship them to Dublin , Ireland. I assume the mailing cost would be high but if the...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Jul 23, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Remounting the Carb Rack issue

    I have three Maxim Xs and have done the carb clean job on each of them. The easiest way to get the carbs back with the airbox boots seated...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Jul 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    SPEEDO GUAGE Light does not WORK on my MAXIM X ??????????

    Re: SPEEDO GUAGE Light does not WORK on my MAXIM X ????????? If its the Maxim X the instrument bulbs are a press fit into round grey rubber...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Jun 19, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Mounting kits for Dyna Coils?

    I have upgraded the coils and leads on my 3 Xs with dyna coils. Two have the green ones and the third the micro coils. It is a straightforward...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Jun 18, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    PARTING OUT ENTIRE 1986 XJ 700

    I got a pair of complete one piece XS650 downpipes and muffers packed/shipped with USPS for $123 last month. If you were prepared to ship the...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Mar 30, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    PARTING OUT ENTIRE 1986 XJ 700

    I would be very intersted in the exhaust if you can give me an estimate if the cost of shipping them to Ireland please
    Post by: XJXLEE, Mar 28, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  10. XJXLEE
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    1985 maxim x 700 partout

    I might be interested in the mufflers and collector box (not downpipes) if hogfiddles does not want them
    Post by: XJXLEE, Mar 23, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    1985 maxim x 700 partout

    I might be interested in the mufflers and collector box (not downpipes) if hogfiddles does not want them
    Post by: XJXLEE, Mar 23, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Valve Shim Kits

    Well, I have done the valve clearances on three different Maxim Xs. IMO there is no way you will be able to predict the sizes of the...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Jan 27, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    tricks for removal/reinstallation of carbs

    I have three Maxim Xs and have removed/replaced the carbs and fitted new airbox boots on each of them. Removing them is fairly easy but getting...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Oct 18, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 xj700X Maxim X 1st valve adjustment

    1. It is VERY important to measure and document the existing gaps carefully - double check them as they form the basis for recalculating the new...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Oct 4, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1985 xj700X Maxim X 1st valve adjustment

    The adjustment shims (called pads on the X) are easily available from Chacal, Zanottimotor.com, or there is a pad pool run by HAP on Maxim-x.com....
    Post by: XJXLEE, Oct 3, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Maxim X Parts

    I would be interested in the gauge bracket if you still have it.
    Post by: XJXLEE, Aug 31, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    XJ 700 performance question

    Look at maxim-x.com for details of the 20 valve watercooled Genesis engine used in the Maxim X -totally different from the aircooled XJs
    Post by: XJXLEE, Apr 11, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Holed Piston

    I used to have two stoke Yamahas in the early 70's and holed a piston in an AS3 - the (very neat) hole lined up with the tip of the spark plug....
    Post by: XJXLEE, Mar 4, 2009 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    CYA - Draggin Jeans, Sliders ... KEVLAR

    I have a couple of pairs of Draggin Jeans and love them. Apart from skin protection, they keep your knees warm(er) in winter and you dont get...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Jan 6, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Alternative for Maxim 750 exh Collector

    The guys name is Dave Jackson and he lives in New Zealand = see http://members.tripod.com/dave_jack/id47.htm Unfortunately, the links do not...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Nov 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Maxim x INFO

    It has been done already see maxim-x.com
    Post by: XJXLEE, Oct 21, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Be a LOUD bunny looky what I found

    I got one of the chrome ones with the blue background. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed with it - not very loud and very tinny tweeter...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Sep 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Putting carbs ON the bike

    I have two Maxim Xs, both American imports. Over the last six months I have removed and cleaned the carbs on each bike. I replaced all...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Sep 18, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. XJXLEE
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    broke a piston ring

    You only have to buy a set of piston rings for the one cylinder affected.
    Post by: XJXLEE, Sep 16, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Instrment cluster repair, Glue? Epoxy? Magic Spell?

    I used 'superglue for hard plastics' on mine. Its the version that comes with a felt pen type applicator for the primer. I am not a great...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Aug 30, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Speedometer quit working. Help!

    The speedo drive is the black circular ring witha notch in it just inside the left frork on the front wheel axle. It has two prongs which fit...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Aug 9, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Diaphram Slides Stuck, Any Advice?

    I got a spare set of carbs for the Maxim X from the US last year. All four slides were stuck solid. With the carbs tilted upside down, I...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Jul 30, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    A new carb question I hope!

    You could use a 90degree bevel scewdriver, see www.carbtune.com. IMO its easier with the tank off though.
    Post by: XJXLEE, May 15, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Modulating LED Brake Lights / Test Report

    I have fitted the flashing brake leds (hyperlites.com at $55.95) to two of my bikes - they are extremely bright and very easy to install. They...
    Post by: XJXLEE, May 9, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    DynaBeads test

    Maybe this video makes sense of the 'process' http://centramatic.com/Demo/video2.mpg I am neutral so far.
    Post by: XJXLEE, May 5, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    DynaBeads test

    Unfortunately, I didn't try it before the beads went in and after the weights came off. I don't know whether they made a difference or not, but...
    Post by: XJXLEE, May 5, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    DynaBeads test

    I too was very curious to see if this actually works, so put them into front and back tyres of the X. I removed all the old weights that were...
    Post by: XJXLEE, May 5, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Airbox rubber boots

    I got brand new ones for my Maxim X from Yamaha UK, as far as I know these are still available and cost about 10 pounds each.
    Post by: XJXLEE, Apr 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    HOW TO: Change your fork seals

    I have changed the fork seals in a number of bikes, including both my Maxim X's by simply drilling and screwing a self tapper into each side of...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Mar 11, 2008 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  35. XJXLEE
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    Maxim-X valve adjustment

    First accurately check and then double check the existing clearances - you will probably only need 3 or 4, if at all. The pads (shims) are...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Mar 11, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Exhausts

    Look identical to those sold by JC Whitney from around $25 to $50. Search JCW under 'chrome muffler' - there are a few types available.
    Post by: XJXLEE, Feb 18, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    For Sale XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODELS

    Re: MAXIM PARTS FOR SALE Hi Len, greetings from Dublin, Ireland - count me in as a very satisfied customer too, and thanks for the insulator...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Jan 29, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    redo valves or not?

    +1 on the whole job You would be mad not to, the only extra cost being the new valve stem seals. Also, consider going for new valve springs as...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Jan 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Fork Seal Replacement questions.

    After removing the circlip, you can use a Dremel, or small model drill with a fine drill bit to (carefully) drill a hole in opposite sides of the...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Dec 16, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New exhaust type

    I have the 24 inch megaphone version on my Maxim X and it works fine with no rejetting. They seem to be well made, are easy to fit and are...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Dec 14, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    What takes the "yellow or blue" out of the chrome exhaust

    Re: What takes the "yellow or blue" out of the chrome exhaus +1 on blue job www.blue-job.com
    Post by: XJXLEE, Nov 30, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Back-Off Brake Modulator (Tri-Star Model) Xmas Present

    I have the Backoff on my X and it is very effective, but I have led Hyperlights on the FJR and these are in a different league. The hyperlights...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Nov 30, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Mufflers

    Go to:- http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/Prod ... 58/c-10111 They are cheap , easy to fit to the collector box and the chrome looks very...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Nov 17, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Petcock Questions

    A brand new Yamaha OEM petcock is only $62 from zanottimotor.com. It will last another 20 years, save hours of adapting/messing about and will...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Nov 16, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    86 XJ exhaust pipe swap

    I also used FGs 1 to 4 instead of AAs 1 to 4 with no alignment problems either.
    Post by: XJXLEE, Oct 29, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Mikuni Jets...

    Pilot Jet is 35 Main Jet is 105
    Post by: XJXLEE, Oct 17, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I am shocked and dumbfounded

    I blew at least six fuses before I found the problem and my TCI survived OK.
    Post by: XJXLEE, Oct 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I am shocked and dumbfounded

    I had a similar problem on my X after messing about with the TCI and wiring blocks. Same fuse kept blowing every time I turned the ignition...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Oct 3, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve adjust with 13K mi?

    You won't know if they need adjusting, until you check the clearances. Once you know if any of them are out of spec, and by how much, you can...
    Post by: XJXLEE, Sep 29, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    gas valve questions "prime"

    Assuming the petcock vacuum valve is working, run or reserve should not allow the petrol to escape with the engine off.
    Post by: XJXLEE, Sep 17, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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