My OCD side is completely calmed and soothed by those pictures. That sure looks nice. Wouldn't mind dipping in there and stealing a few e-clips...
Josh, you have to read the stuff chacal posted. I know it seems like a lot, but it's all valuable to know. It's a one stop crash course of what...
I'm new to the xj game, so I might be able to help you from a "I don't know what the hell is going" on point of view. I made the mistake of not...
To get the carbs back into the bike, I've read to use a ratchet strap or big f clamps. I've tried both and I think I'd vote ratchet strap for...
So, for any Canadians out there, carquest keeps them in an O-ring box, on the post labeled "r-04". Fit beautifully, no binding and e-clips snap...
Thanks so much, k-moe! I couldn't find #11's, but 5/16 x 7/16 are definitely available. Doing the math, it comes in at just under 8mm by just...
1982 xj650 Maxim was running well (some weird vibration issue, but I don't think it has anything to do with the carbs), but would have a hanging...
Got it. Will try to get at it this weekend. Might have to park it for now and keep working on the CB, until I get the time and supplies to start...
Wife's dad had a Maxim 650 before he died. While visiting a long-lost uncle, noticed an old bike on the lawn, growing grass out of the seat and...
Checked the oil, no plastic. Could this be a timing issue or a carb sync issue? I'm coming from a cb350, which is a bit simpler (and easier to...
Will take a better look tomorrow. Man, that is exactly the kind of thing I don't want to get into before September! But in the oil change last...
Hey Everyone, Picked up an 83 Maxim XJ650 for the wife (13,000 miles!), and was hoping to not mess with it too much before using it for a...
