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  1. Jdtrumpet
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    81 Maxim 650 wiring help

    Hi all, I am the owner of an 83 Maxim 750 that I've modded quite a bit, so when I saw someone selling an 81 Maxim 650 with a bobbed frame I...
    Thread by: Jdtrumpet, Jul 2, 2020, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Turn Signal LED conversion (harness and wiring)

    Perfect, once again thank you @Rooster53 ! I am happy to announce a big success! I’ve finished the project and everything works (even with my...
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Jun 16, 2020 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Turn Signal LED conversion (harness and wiring)

    Hey Everyone, So, it seems I've been off here for a while! Sorry, life got busy. When this thread was active I bought all the needed parts and...
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Jun 16, 2020 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Turn Signal LED conversion (harness and wiring)

    This is super helpful Rooster! I looked in the shop manual and it was pointing towards the back of the gas tank as where my flasher relay is.......
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Apr 24, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Turn Signal LED conversion (harness and wiring)

    I already made a mistake in my original post! I actually have a 83' XJ750 Maxim. So, something is different you're saying? I would just bypass...
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Apr 23, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Turn Signal LED conversion (harness and wiring)

    Hi everyone, First off, I apologize if this is clearly written (at my level of understanding) somewhere else on this site, but I have looked...
    Thread by: Jdtrumpet, Apr 23, 2019, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil on Spark Plug ... what to do next?!

    sorry, forgot to type one word... an important one! The valve guide SEAL. I do plan to fix this even though it is running like a beaut right...
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Apr 19, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil on Spark Plug ... what to do next?!

    What I meant was that the stuck valve guide became unstuck when the weather warmed up and the engine was in regular use again. No gas...
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Apr 19, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil on Spark Plug ... what to do next?!

    I thought I would send a quick update. It seems like the weather has helped my issue! I have been running the bike the past two weeks with no...
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Apr 17, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil on Spark Plug ... what to do next?!

    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Mar 24, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil on Spark Plug ... what to do next?!

    1/2 trans fluid and 1/2 acetone to fix this?? So how do you go about this? Drain oil, valve cover off, pour in and let it sit, then what?...
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Mar 24, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil on Spark Plug ... what to do next?!

    Well there are two leaks (possibly one). 1. I know one is leaking out of the bike onto the ground 2. I know one is leaking into spark plug #4...
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Mar 24, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil on Spark Plug ... what to do next?!

    So I am fine admitting that I am a complete NOOB to most engine work on a car or bike. I am a tinkerer and generally know how things work. This...
    Thread by: Jdtrumpet, Mar 23, 2019, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Gasket Replacement

    Thanks Polock! Very helpful. When it comes to buying gaskets, where can you even get them? Just with Chacal? Reason I ask is that I live in...
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Jul 29, 2018 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Gasket Replacement

    Hi all, Sorry if this seems too simple of a question, but I am new to the motorcycle world and have just began cutting my teeth at DIY engine...
    Thread by: Jdtrumpet, Jul 28, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Calgary Alberta

    Just trying to re-instate this post, as it's been over a year since the last post. Anyone from southern Alberta or Calgary that is up for a ride...
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Jul 18, 2018 in forum: Western US and Canada
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    Difference Between 1983 and 1984 Maxim?

    You got it... Canadian baby!
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Jul 15, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Turn signal/seat modifications for saddlebags

    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Jul 14, 2018 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Difference Between 1983 and 1984 Maxim?

    I’m not sure what you mean by the Atari or the XV (I’m a noob). The instrument cluster? I took a pic of mine.... does this seem like a Maxim to...
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Jul 14, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Difference Between 1983 and 1984 Maxim?

    Im in Lethbridge, AB, not too far from you! Is the k version the same as the X? I’m a noob so I thought the Maxims were X models. Am I wrong?
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Jul 14, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Difference Between 1983 and 1984 Maxim?

    Thanks for the reply. It's definitely a MAXIM, as I almost got a SECA instead - very different as you know. It is a pain though, because when I...
    Post by: Jdtrumpet, Jul 14, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Turn signal/seat modifications for saddlebags

    Hi all, The stock turn signals and seat brackets on my 1984 XJ750 Maxim seem to be in a horrible place for any sort of saddlebags. I've tried a...
    Thread by: Jdtrumpet, Jul 13, 2018, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Difference Between 1983 and 1984 Maxim?

    Hi all, I just purchased a 1984 XJ750 Maxim a few months back and have been loving it! I've already done some minor repairs and updates, but feel...
    Thread by: Jdtrumpet, Jul 13, 2018, 20 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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