Good morning @blake If reading this correctly and you are in fact referring to the 4 pin connector for the Off-On-Off switch/Starter button -...
Good evening @Leora Very good question - it depends on just how bad the tank is. My example is: -tank coating; This tank was coated with what...
Should I go ahead and put dibs on that engine? You guys are killin me! (Humor) But no, really, dibs.
4/28/18 -Replaced a faulty kill switch on the Maxim -Pressure washed/scrubbed the S out of the Seca -Prepped the Seca tank for tumbling +...
1982 Yamaha SECA 650 - $2600 (South Austin) https://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/d/1982-yamaha-seca-650/6571848778.html Yamaha seca 750 yics...
Speaking of its worth, where are you all obtaining the goodness of steering stabilizers from? Had found this: http://www.spec2.com/damper.html...
Lets have a look at that! Pictures!
4/23/18 Have begun Seca diagnosis. 1. Confirm keycode matches ignition --> clean/lube seized ignition 2. Validate functionality --> general...
4/22/18 Took the day to pick-up the Maxim’s sibling. Got to meet @Jim-in-Texas and shoot the breeze. Thank you again Jim.
Didn’t make ROT or HandBuilt. HandBuilt looks like it was pretty epic this year. Will google ROT momentarily
Recalling that conversation of "Where'd your chain guard go?" well, you're in luck - I have just the one for it :D
Dibs. See you soon @Jim-in-Texas !
Hey so....I'm gonna need some more parts.... LOL @joe elliff
My apologies @Minimutly - I was under the impression you were a 550 chassis seeking a chain drive wheel. You still have options. My success was...
I would also like to suggest the Yamaha xv920rh rear wheel; chain drive. Seemed like a limited production model but the rear wheels do crop up...
Good afternoon @Minimutly While I cannot speak for the exact US Seca model wheel and tire combination, I can speak for having swapped out a 1981...
Don't forget to inspect for bugs/insects/spiders, and/or FOG the bike. My 550 unknowingly came pre-installed with copious amounts of jumping...
When are we headed down to pick this amazing creature up?!
Good morning Scottie1, I too had replaced the clutch spring bolts, and springs utilizing a HF 1/4" inch-pounds torque wrench (requires...
There are a few of us. Mostly very spread out. Check out the maps feature here on XJBikes: http://xjbikes.com/forums/hotspots/
Hello Bensalf, Ordered some EBC springs a while back and wondered the same thing. This EBC spring kit was for an XJ550, part number CSK14. The...
Has Mr. Eliff found my elusive seca touring yet?!
Man, where am I going to fit another 550??!
4/2/18 Today, I paid a man for some sweet seca parts. Thank you @joe elliff !
Hello Recordless, I too have often thought of bending things to fit - and on many occasions, have! But have never applied that logic to...
3/25/18 Went for a spin around the area after having finally got tires squared away. The Kenda K761’s are tacky and grippy as all get out on both...
3/22/18 -New Rubber! Local Yamaha dealer installed a pair of Kenda K761 on the Euro model seca wheel + stock maxim front wheel -Installed new rear...
Cannot tell if either really terrible dremel job - or if bench grinder and a literal/legally blind PO. Como que emory cloth?
3/19/18 Got the front wheel yanked in prep for new tires.
I was wondering when my time would come to post upon this fine thread. Behold my first submission to Previous Owner Masterpieces. While removing...
I’d be in hot water if that were close to me.
3/16/18 Picked up a pair of Kenda K761 tires from Chaparral Racing (Front 100/90-19 & Rear 120/80-18). Euro Swirly Seca 18" wheel delivered today...
That looks pretty dang slick! How do your material adhesives hold up to fuel and oil?
I have requested this information from the current seller - maybe we can switch over to conversation for all else sanity. 1980 Yamaha 650 Maxim...
3/15/18 Have quite literally applied to a part-time position to churn-and-earn coin for my XJObsession. My wife knows. She agreed. The Maxima'am...
Member @joe elliff might be able to help you with this. they seem to be difficult to come by. Had I a money tree - it would be mine-o-mine.
Just read that thread - this is cheeky. I like it. Just read that thread. So..will the forks swap over to the 550? :D
Again - perfectly clear and well received. Sounds like I will take some time and play arts and crafts with the fel-pro gasket material....
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] Tried to upload video but disallowed via file extension - it runs. Seca 750 - no title. If anyone needs parts I will go get...
Thank you for clarifying, @XJ550H - This is perfectly concise. This means my cam chain tensioner is certainly performing its role correctly, and...
@XJ550H @joe elliff @k-moe Digging up an old thread to say, once more, thank you. Apparently my reading and apprehension skills aren't what they...
Looks like we're gaining some traction here, Matti. Probably more than what you have in the snow, but I won't judge. Have yet to stop at the B&G...
82' Yahama Maxim 1100 - $500 (Montrose) https://houston.craigslist.org/mcy/d/82-yahama-maxim-1100/6524076750.html Market is pretty dry here in...
Ride Report: Post your ride story and photos here. Howdy everyone, Ride season is upon us. What better way to reflect on our ride than to share...
Welcome to the party, @Possible malfunction ! This is probably one of the best crews to get aligned with all-round. Sorry to read about your loss...
Not sure how much you've invested financially, or time-wise and do not need to know. However, it may not be too late to consider other options....
Aw man, don't part out a passed down bike. You're so close to getting it going properly once more!
The entire listing for this bike is amazing. " 1981 Yamaha Maxim 650 fuel: gas transmission: manual Selling the Yamasaki. That's right....
3/7/18 - Took 30 min over lunch to get some readings from the carburetor vacuum/sync ports in preparation of carburetor synchronization....
With numbers like that, I would certainly heed the advice of @XJ550H with coolant pressure testing. Might the "brand new" spark plug be number 4?...
