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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    What did I do to my Yamaha today? I wrote another story about it on my tour from Canada through Eastern Europe last summer. The latest story...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Feb 8, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    air filter pods vs stock filter box

    It's very true. PODS are not a performance booster. In fact they make fine balancing of your carbs next impossible. On the otherhand, with the...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Feb 8, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    DELETED

    Re: Does ANYONE have a working 1982 xj650j harness..got screwed, Are you good with a soldering iron? Just rewire the bike without the harness....
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Oct 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What Wheels?

    Because next year I plan on going back and driving from Croatia to Istanbul and then I will either take the ferry up to Odessa or the coastal...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Oct 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    What Wheels?

    Having returned from my Eastern Europe XJ adventure I find myself without a running bike as I have left the 650 in Croatia. I have a 750 Seca in...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Oct 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Would You?

    I enjoy the stress of a rebuild as well. As a matter of fact, since getting back from my Eastern Europe adventure I find myself lost without a...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Sep 16, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Rat Racer project

    When you're done we should go for a ride. I may hold off on Russia next year and do Western Europe next August. My Eastern Europe trip has come to...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Aug 27, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Thanks chacal I will be careful. You can track me on my blog at: elvisonthemove.blogspot.com I will post as regularly as I can. My first...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Aug 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Gwyndwr
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Hmmm what did I do? Rebuilt it from the top up. New powder coat, paint, pistons, rings, machined the heads, different gas tank, seat, put...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Aug 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Photo Thread. My XJ and the World's Largest ....

    You keep bringing up the Roughriders. I have quite a bit of left over colour. Do you want me to put together a custom paint job for you? I can get...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 27, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Today I just got back from a 600 mile ride through the mountains. It was unbelievable. The engine is now officially broken in.
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 27, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Photo Thread. My XJ and the World's Largest ....

    OK I've finally got my bike on the road and I took her for a good 600 mile run. Along the way I stopped for a refreshment and I happened to be...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 27, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I feel like the character Richard Dreyfus played in Close Encounters of the Third Kind. I'm completely obsessed! And I am married... I just...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 25, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Gwyndwr
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I spent hours fishing metal out of my engine and rebuilt the top end... again. If you want to see the video of it running click this link:...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 25, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    So this is what she looks like yesterday: [img] If you want to hear her running click here and start the video. She is the loudest XJ you...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    When to rebuild an engine?

    So this is what she looks like yesterday: [img] If you want to hear her running click here and start the video. She is the loudest XJ you...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 23, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    i need a picture

    There is a snorkel that fits in that hole from what I can remember. There must be... I have a couple sitting in my parts pile.
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 18, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve Clearances Question

    We are running 87 octane. You don't want to run high octane in a low compression engine. You won't get the proper detonation. Summer Gas in New...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 18, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    No kidding Gamaru. I'm pretty bummed out. I've become an expert on air freight very quickly and it looks like after many $1600 quotes I found a...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 17, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    When to rebuild an engine?

    You and me too Rick. Believe me when I tell you there is not a bolt on this bike that hasn't been touched, replaced, or reconditioned by me. For...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 17, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    When to rebuild an engine?

    tonight I'm going to put the chain on and set the timing. It doesn't look like it's going to be too hard. Here's a pic of the engine this morning....
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 17, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Last night I reassembled the engine. I still need to set the timing before I put her back in the bike. Take a look: [img]
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 17, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Last night I wet sanded the tank and polished it, attached the front windscreen, did a little more electrical work. Here's some more pics:...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 15, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    The shaft drive must go. What are my options for swingarms?

    Yeah reelop, where do you live? I too would donate to the 100mpg XJ fund. And I could use your engine for my 100mph project or the hovercraft I...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    When to rebuild an engine?

    Thanks. I wasn't going to replace them anyways but now I have piece of mind. I would say 'peace' but that doesn't really describe how I feel as...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    When to rebuild an engine?

    When I took the cylinders off the plastic busings crumbled off the bolts that hold the heads down. Do I need to replace them or can I just leave...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    xs 750 shaft any good ?

    Or go to mikesxs.com I like these bikes they have a nice look to them. They really lend themselves well to cafe racers
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 14, 2008 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    converting lights to LED

    I just did me rear lights. Put in an integrated unit for an R6. I'll put extra LED lights on my hardcases once they're on. I got off easy because...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    The shaft drive must go. What are my options for swingarms?

    Getting rid of your shaft drive? Maybe if you were making a go-kart or a hovercraft. That's just madness!
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Yesterday was eventful. I painted my engine, the lower end only, the top end is being coated with BBE thermal dispersant paint. And I modified a...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    When to rebuild an engine?

    I figured as much. This is my first try rebuilding one of these engines. I have two more at my place and they will get done so much quicker.
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    When to rebuild an engine?

    Thanks Robert, I've read over the procedure a few times now and I'm pretty comfortable with it. I'm getting pretty excited about getting this...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    When to rebuild an engine?

    I do have a manual Nick. It just sounds way too easy and I was thinking there might be a couple of things omitted. Would hate to have a piston...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    When to rebuild an engine?

    I'm practically done now. I am reassembling my engine this afternoon. I have honed the cylinders, lapped and seated the valves, and set all the...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Went to look at an XJ650 today...

    If you want that bike to run again I have one word for mikesxs.com It's the best place on the net for parts for that bike. Buy the damn thing...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 10, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Went to look at an XJ650 today...

    This XS has alot of style and great potential. They take well to cafe racer styling. I would have bought it. Plus there's quite a bit of...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 10, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Parts need help.

    Hey Chacal, Do you have a HCP4693 in stock?
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 7, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    XJ 650 speed, rpm, gearing general questions.

    No. I'm just running out of time. I degreased the engine last night and I'm having a quilting bee with a couple of friends friday night. We'll...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ 650 speed, rpm, gearing general questions.

    The way things are progressing though I may have to change the signature to pushing his XJ650 through Eastern Europe.
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ 650 speed, rpm, gearing general questions.

    I'll get on it September the 3rd
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 2, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Gwyndwr
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    XJ 650 speed, rpm, gearing general questions.

    That was a rookie mistake on my part. But in my defence it was Canada Day yesterday and I overindulged.
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 2, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ 650 speed, rpm, gearing general questions.

    A larger diameter wheel would give you better highway speeds for sure. Of course you're speedo would be inaccurate.
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 2, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Photo Thread. My XJ and the World's Largest ....

    I grew up in Saskatchewan and I was wondering if Biggar still has the sign as you come into town that says "New York is Big... But this is Biggar"
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 1, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Well I did grow up in a little town called White Fox Saskatchewan (up by Nipawin)
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jul 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Thanks. It was my first attempt at painting anything. I used a friends down draft for the base coat and candy but I painted the graphics at...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jun 30, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    My first post didn't make it so here I go again. I painted my tank and fender. Fiberglassed up my seat cowling to and rid myself of the rear...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jun 30, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Sand blasted my front fender, front shocks, and tank. Sanded for hours and primed them for my weekend paint job. Then I went to work on fixing my...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jun 27, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Finished all the powder coating on my 650 maxim right down to the last screw head and began redressing my bike. Changed the handlebars to...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jun 25, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil Starvation

    You're not the first person to recommend this to me. I'm going to look into it right away. Just started eating better. I'm going to try and drop...
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jun 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil Starvation

    Yes, BooBoo?
    Post by: Gwyndwr, Jun 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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