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  1. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    Didn't smell anything burned but I wanted to be sure with a diode test!
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    I don't have a diode tester on my multimeter but measured the 8 ohms in the diagram. Im packing up my bike for the year since I have to leave for...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    Just got done taking some friends out and about from another town to look into the bike again. So Voltage climbs to 14 ish Volts from R/Y wire...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 26, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    Thank you again for the help and advice. I conducted your test and I got an error on part 5. I was not getting any power in whether the bike was...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 19, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    So turns out headlight doesn't work. I suspect the relay is bad since when it was in the starter relay position before the bike wouldnt start but...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 14, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    So though sheer luck or voodoo magic after swapping the relays so they are in their rightful places the bike now runs.... Thank you very much for...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    So I made sure to be very careful, and indeed it is the correct wires going into the relay identified by 2 RW wires, 1 BY and 1 Light Blue however...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 9, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    edit- not sure since it has reminants of yellow on the body and the number is 3H600 meaning I think indeed I have tested wrong relay. will test...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 8, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    Thank you for taging that identification guide. I actually removed the Headlight Relay and tested the 2 R/W wires there, is that still correct or...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 8, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    No wire pinched action going on, I took the whole assembly appart so the wires are only touching the switch and tested it on run resulting in fuse...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 8, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    Thank you for the very precise description of what to do, it helped a ton ! following in order that you have kindly listed. 2. main fuse ok...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 7, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    Is there any reason to take out the neutral switch and clean it in hopes of it being fixed in this case? and where would I find the clutch switch...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 7, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    I was getting 0.01 V on the R/W wire, I checked the wire running from the harness to the starter relay and the bundle seemed ok( i didnt take...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 7, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    thank you for taking time to help a newbie out! I went through the guide till part 6/7 where I found out my neutral switch doesn't work( 0.03 V...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 6, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    What does this mean if Im not having a neutral light while being in neutral? and what is the clutch switch? is there electronics connected to...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 6, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    I have read a similar post http://xjbikes.com/forums/threads/electrical-issues-on-xj650.113922/#post-571056 where other user had similar but not...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 6, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. GMarCR
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    xj650 electrical problem

    Hello Everyone! disclosure, I am new to motorcycles and this is my first ride. I have recently run into a problem with my Yamaha xj 650 1980...
    Thread by: GMarCR, Aug 6, 2017, 34 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. GMarCR
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    oil change xj 650

    so an update, i cleaned the kill switch and installed, however now the bike neutral light doesnt turn on nor do break light or turn signals.red...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    oil change xj 650

    yes I learned the hard way. however I was doing a voltage test following your instrtuctions but with the multimeter without a fuse.
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    oil change xj 650

    the issue is that the system doesnt crank unless i short the solonoid. start button grounds kill switch has continuity when on run coil cranks...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. GMarCR
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    oil change xj 650

    fresh battery in already so shouldnt be a problem
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 1, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. GMarCR
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    oil change xj 650

    I ment 10 A fuse on the multimeter which is why I think i melted some plastic, will try with a light voltage tester since i got new bulbs for it...
    Post by: GMarCR, Aug 1, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. GMarCR
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    oil change xj 650

    starter spins, just tested.
    Post by: GMarCR, Jul 31, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. GMarCR
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    oil change xj 650

    side note, also topped up brake fluid before the oil change so Not sure if that could have effected anything. Also the bike ran very well before...
    Post by: GMarCR, Jul 31, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    oil change xj 650

    So i tested with volt meter at 10 A and ended up burning up the start button, but before I did i only found 1.5 V between power and battery ground...
    Post by: GMarCR, Jul 31, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    oil change xj 650

    So I investigated the fuse box, and i blew the 10A ignition fuse presumably when I was mashing the start button? After swaping the fuse with a...
    Post by: GMarCR, Jul 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    oil change xj 650

    update, red oil light turned off after I turned it on and off again hitting start, however bike is still doesnt turn on or even try to turn over....
    Post by: GMarCR, Jul 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    oil change xj 650

    So after adding the oil in , about 2.6 L I tried to turn the bike on and im getting a red oil lite indicator on. What could be the issue? i have...
    Post by: GMarCR, Jul 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    oil change xj 650

    I got World Manufacturer Identifier: J = Japan, Y=Yamaha, A= Motorcycle Vehicle Characteristics 4H800 = 1980 XJ650 Maxim Canada Check Digit:...
    Post by: GMarCR, Jul 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. GMarCR
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    oil change xj 650

    Thanks for the pic instruction ! its a 1980 xj650 maxim I believe.
    Post by: GMarCR, Jul 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. GMarCR
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    oil change xj 650

    Hi everyone, I am a noob with motorcycles and this is my first ride. I almost have everything ready for a first ride besides an oil change.... I...
    Thread by: GMarCR, Jul 28, 2017, 34 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1980 Maxim 650 Throttle lag

    so after some time in I have gotten it working well, I was not giving the bike long enough to warm up before setting idle adjustments which was...
    Post by: GMarCR, Jul 27, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. GMarCR
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    1980 Maxim 650 Throttle lag

    Just playing with the main idle knob in the center under the carbs. Havent touched the 4 screws yet.
    Post by: GMarCR, Jul 17, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. GMarCR
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    1980 Maxim 650 Throttle lag

    do you mean the O clamps between the carbs- air filter box and carb- engine? if so i will give them a look over, but I believe I have already...
    Post by: GMarCR, Jul 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. GMarCR
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    1980 Maxim 650 Throttle lag

    I will pull out the carbs and have a go at breaking them up. Boots are in good condition, so I expect that is most likely not the issue. side...
    Post by: GMarCR, Jul 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. GMarCR
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    1980 Maxim 650 Throttle lag

    Hi Everyone ! I picked up my Maxim in the spring and have been working on its since I got back in the summer. I am having issues with the...
    Thread by: GMarCR, Jul 15, 2017, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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