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  1. RobsTV
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    eBay "Aftermarket" Front Master Cylinder?

    Finally got a reply that I'll copy and paste here: "Just auction updated, this master cilynder if for right hand mirrors. Yamaha uses left."
    Post by: RobsTV, Jan 26, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    eBay "Aftermarket" Front Master Cylinder?

    Seller has still not replied to my question asking if left or right hand threads are used, and why only one of his auctions for this item #111...
    Post by: RobsTV, Jan 26, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Tank coating

    link to the XJ FAQ page which shows the saline method used by many Also a lot of other good XJ info at the above page.
    Post by: RobsTV, Jan 26, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Tank coating

    Here we use common table salt instead of washing soda. "DANGER" fumes will be harmful and may cause injury or death!!! (I guess, if you are...
    Post by: RobsTV, Jan 25, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Tank coating

    I'll second the electrolysis method. Have done 4 that way, and takes them from disposable junk to good as new in an hour or so. Actually had a...
    Post by: RobsTV, Jan 25, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    eBay "Aftermarket" Front Master Cylinder?

    Are most other bikes right hand threads for both mirrors? Ace_Frehley seems to have stated it backwards for Yamaha. My Maxim right side mirror...
    Post by: RobsTV, Jan 24, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    eBay "Aftermarket" Front Master Cylinder?

    I have asked seller question about mirror working, so will see what they say. I understand the difference in left/right threads, but wondered...
    Post by: RobsTV, Jan 24, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    eBay "Aftermarket" Front Master Cylinder?

    Anyone try one of these yet? FRONT BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER YAMAHA XJ700 XJ750 XS750 Seems dirt cheap. It is an auction, but they list a couple...
    Thread by: RobsTV, Jan 23, 2007, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Any fellow riders in Florida

    20 miles NW of Tampa here. Will be at bike week as well. Just received our Electric bill and: over last 32 days ending Jan 22nd, Average...
    Post by: RobsTV, Jan 23, 2007 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Where do you ride [the position on road]

    Yep, that is the best method in North America on two lane roads. Center is where all the oil from cars collects, and since car tires do not...
    Post by: RobsTV, Jun 24, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Helmet laws in the news again

    "You have to assume, like in Ben's case, that if you had a full-face helmet on you *may* not have any injuries at all" That statement is the...
    Post by: RobsTV, Jun 21, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Helmet laws in the news again

    Good point, and very true. But, if you bring that up, you also must bring up the fact that many people who would have died from their injuries...
    Post by: RobsTV, Jun 20, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Helmet laws in the news again

    From the link Robert posted above: 12. Do people support mandatory helmet use? According to a 2000 motor vehicle occupant survey conducted by...
    Post by: RobsTV, Jun 20, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Helmet laws in the news again

    Sorry for not providing the links to back post up as I usually would do. Was in a hurry, and the info was found by googling: Florida Motorcycle...
    Post by: RobsTV, Jun 20, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Helmet laws in the news again

    To put numbers into simply terms: When helmet law was in affect you had a 1 in 920 chance to be killed on your bike. Since helmet laws have...
    Post by: RobsTV, Jun 19, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Helmet laws in the news again

    First off, I like to ride fast at times, so I wear a helmet by choice. The recent headlines of Ben Roethlisberger not wearing his helmet has...
    Thread by: RobsTV, Jun 19, 2006, 49 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Wanted: Spring and bolts for Center Stand.

    Changed pipe, and now can put center stand back on, but bolts and spring were missing. Anyone have these laying around? Actually, if I could...
    Thread by: RobsTV, Jun 2, 2006, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    How did you get here?

    Another from xjowners, although I was only there a couple weeks.
    Post by: RobsTV, Jun 2, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Installed a voltometer last night

    Does it have temp sensor you can attach to something like cylinders or block? EDIT: Just realized the Ice warning might not mean a sensor for...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 31, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Installed a voltometer last night

    I was wanting to add a waterproof clock, and the voltmeter looks like a nice addition. Temp? I know it's hot, and it probably would read 120+ all...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 31, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    drive shaft adaptors?(for a wider rear tire on my maxim x)

    Strange, I can not edit my previous post and forgot to add. Tire shows brand as "Challenger" by Kenda. Friend with XS1100's he restores gave...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 31, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    drive shaft adaptors?(for a wider rear tire on my maxim x)

    Re: drive shaft adaptors?(for a wider rear tire on my maxim Maxim700, good question. On my XJ750J Maxim, the 130/90 16 tire shows some wear...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 31, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Octane revisited

    My 25,000 mile XJ runs like crap with 87, and runs great with 93. In the 6 months I've had the bike (Florida always biking weather), I always...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 25, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Gas Tank cleaning and sealing

    The exact method I used came from the XJ FAQ website: http://www.i-op.com/jimm/xjfaq.txt It's about 3/4 the way down. If you do this "use...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 23, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    flushed tank, confused by what I was told to do.....

    You really don't need to add any sealer if the tank has no holes. After cleaning, just pour some light oil in tank. I use about 1/2 cup of...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 19, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    help!! head problems!

    Something as important as a head gasket would be better off with original Yamaha, or at least name brand aftermarket maker. Some web sellers use...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 19, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    what octane?

    With gas at about $3 a gallon, 5 gallons is $15. 93 here will cost you 20 cents a gallon more, or with 5 gallons a buck extra. $15 for cheap...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 18, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    to ride or not to ride...

    Fixed my bike first, with van supposed to be right afterwards (no car). But, now that bike is fine, bought an old Wellcraft V20, and am fixing...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 17, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Annoying sound coming from instrument panel

    Tried lubing the cable. Tried replacing the cable. Noise still there. Then, on a heavy duty ride with the boys, the speedo blew up, followed an...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 16, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Windshield for Maxim

    Being 6'1", this works great for myself. When it is adjusted nearly as high as possible, as shown (down on light, and angle aligned with forks)...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 11, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Exhaust options

    My '82 XJ750 Maxim came with a Kerker 4in1 that owner installed in 1983. Good power but sputtered if I nailed it at 2000 up to 3000 RPM's, then...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 10, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Gas Tank cleaning and sealing

    Cleaned 2 tanks using the following method, and was shocked at the results. Plus it was a lot of fun. Everyone that saw it eventually did their...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 10, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Why do you own your XJ

    Was in storage unit for 10 years, and owner was going to lose all if I didn't buy the "original owner, 20,000 mile" XJ for $200. Only needed carbs...
    Post by: RobsTV, May 9, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bad: Mac Cycles

    http://www.maccycles.com/ (I used there ebay storefront) Ordered Clutch discs. Real clueless people that shift blame anywhere but to...
    Thread by: RobsTV, May 8, 2006, 0 replies, in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
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    Good: Dark Horse Motorcycle Parts

    http://www.darkhorsemotorcycleparts.com/ Also has an ebay store. Fast service, low prices, excellent quality stuff for generic. Have...
    Thread by: RobsTV, May 8, 2006, 0 replies, in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  36. RobsTV
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    4Th gear slipping or what

    I also did not replace the clutch springs, so that will probably be next step.
    Post by: RobsTV, Mar 28, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    4Th gear slipping or what

    Exact same problem occur with my '82 XJ750J Maxim. Besides seeing the tach jump, you could here engine rev higher. Bike had 20,000 miles, and...
    Post by: RobsTV, Mar 28, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    how do i disable battery warning

    If it's just the red warning light, doesn't it only display when first started, then you press warning reset button, and light goes out until...
    Post by: RobsTV, Mar 24, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. RobsTV
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    how do i disable battery warning

    On the '82 750 Maxim there is no bulb. It is an LCD display from computer.
    Post by: RobsTV, Mar 21, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. RobsTV
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    how do i disable battery warning

    Robert, thanks for the reply, and you made no mistakes in warning about tampering. I assumed (wrongly) that all the generic batteries were like...
    Post by: RobsTV, Mar 20, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    how do i disable battery warning

    Yes, messing with a battery can be dangerous. But, the battery I used from Walmart was identical in appearance, except it did not have a...
    Post by: RobsTV, Mar 18, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. RobsTV
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    750 to 650 Exhaust Question...

    No, the Maxim 750 4x2 uses different mounts (which is why you can not get a MAC 4x2 for the XJ750 Maxim). There is a complete 750 exhaust on ebay...
    Post by: RobsTV, Mar 17, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    how do i disable battery warning

    Have you tried forcing the sensor in anyway? Most that ask about the mod have lost or broken sensor. Since you still have your old one, just...
    Post by: RobsTV, Mar 17, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    After market exhaust?

    The '82 Maxim I picked up came with Kerker 4x1 pipe, which was in rough shape, plus blocked oil filter removal and no center stand. Had no luck...
    Post by: RobsTV, Mar 9, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    750 gas tank for sale

    Don't mean to hijack thread, but if anyone is local and wants it now, I'll let it go for $50. That way you can see it first. Otherwise, just wait...
    Post by: RobsTV, Mar 7, 2006 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    750 gas tank for sale

    Tanks is Black. Few scuffs and dings, but no dents and no rust. I'll post when I list it with photos. Just checked Yamaha parts online, and...
    Post by: RobsTV, Mar 7, 2006 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    750 gas tank for sale

    I have an '82 750 Maxim with a dent in tank, and rusty, so bought a tank on ebay listed as '83 Maxim. It is clean, but no fuel gauge. I mean...
    Post by: RobsTV, Mar 7, 2006 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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