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  1. crath
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    Only running on 3&4. Help please

    Sometimes you have to get creative lol. Looks like I need to really go through these carbs with a fine toothed comb. That’s a great thread in...
    Post by: crath, Apr 11, 2020 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. crath
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    Only running on 3&4. Help please

    Yeah it’s definitely something with the carbs. I’ll read that thread. see attached pic. I shifted the carbs over to the left two cylinders. I...
    Post by: crath, Apr 11, 2020 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. crath
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    Only running on 3&4. Help please

    I failed to mention that I did a compression check on all four when I first started diagnosing this. That was good and even at 125 psi or more on...
    Post by: crath, Apr 11, 2020 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. crath
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    Only running on 3&4. Help please

    Thanks for the response. I don’t think I am getting too much fuel. But I will check. I’ll pull the carbs again and see if something doesn’t look...
    Post by: crath, Apr 11, 2020 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. crath
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    Only running on 3&4. Help please

    Hi friends. I used to be very active on this forum back in 2008ish timeframe. Just got another XJ and I’m back. I’ve owned four XJ650’s and...
    Thread by: crath, Apr 10, 2020, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Thanks for all the kind comments guys, I really appreciate it.. Coming from a fellow garage builder. We have a great platform here to work from....
    Post by: crath, May 10, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. crath
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    1981 yamaha maxim 650 part out complete running bike

    Still have the headlight assembly, no wiring needed. Interested in the speedo tac assembly too for the right price. Lemme know what ya got, thanks
    Post by: crath, May 6, 2013 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  8. crath
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    1981 XJ650 Maxim stock parts, clubman bars, LED turn signals

    I sent you a pm. Forgot to tell you I have paypal
    Post by: crath, May 6, 2013 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  9. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Ok... so after being away from riding road bikes for a year or so, I have decided to get back in to it. I stored my neighbors Harley all...
    Post by: crath, Apr 29, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. crath
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    81 XJ650 Complete Bike part out

    Let me know if you still have the small round engine side covers that dont say "yamaha". also looking for brake foot lever and shifter lever
    Post by: crath, Apr 25, 2013 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  11. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Chris, Hey sorry I never replied! I don't have any more bikes right now. I've been going through four wheelers lately. I went through a...
    Post by: crath, Oct 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Good luck with the build buddy! You will have a lot of fun with it for very little money!
    Post by: crath, Apr 13, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Glad the thread can help! The modification to the frame is as easy as it looks, yes. Doing the frame itself only took me about three hours. I...
    Post by: crath, Nov 17, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    It's a 130/90 16. I am pretty sure it is the stock size. The newer tire looks a lot wider, but is sized only 130
    Post by: crath, Apr 15, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  15. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Where are you located?
    Post by: crath, Mar 29, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  16. crath
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    1982 XJ650 Maxim Bobber $3000

    I think I accidentily deleted them on my photobucket, sorry. I sold the bike to a guy in downtown Chicago
    Post by: crath, Sep 20, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  17. crath
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    The Barzu Bike - XJ750

    Yorkville, eh? I was just there a few months ago for the Road Block car show at Lyon Farm. I took my XJ there for the show. I rode around...
    Post by: crath, Aug 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. crath
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    The Barzu Bike - XJ750

    That bike never has idles correctly day to day. Everyday, depending on tempature and humidity, I had to adjust the idle. But that is an easy...
    Post by: crath, Aug 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. crath
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    hardtail XJ650/or move shock mounts

    Yea, I went about 6 inches lower no problem. I had to notch out the driveshaft housing a little for the ujoints though. I hit the kick stand...
    Post by: crath, Aug 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. crath
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    The Barzu Bike - XJ750

    Barzu, bike is coming along nice, you got a great deal for that 750. Congrats, sounds like you really love it. In my opinion, there is...
    Post by: crath, Aug 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  21. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Yes, it most definitly has the same raspyness at idle, just not as loud. You can talk to the guy next to you at a stop light no problem. I did...
    Post by: crath, Aug 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  22. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    \ The piece you are talking about came from 3/8" thick by 2" wide cold rolled mild steel available from any steel shop. Nothing special there...
    Post by: crath, Aug 22, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. crath
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    MY YAMAHA BOBBER

    dig the white walls!!!
    Post by: crath, Aug 17, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Congrats on completing your build. Where do you have pictures posted? I'll start searching the mod section now...
    Post by: crath, Aug 17, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  25. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Thanks for the comments. Good luck on your project too. There really isnt too much to these XJs. Just take your time and keep the momentum moving
    Post by: crath, Jul 26, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  26. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    I got the bike done a few weeks ago. Here's a pic. Came out pretty good. Basically it's an XS version of my XJ. [img]
    Post by: crath, Jul 23, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  27. crath
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    1952 Chevy 5 window truck - unrestored

    Not motorcycle related.... but.... it is for sale..... Selling one of my projects because I have too damn many. Check the link below for all...
    Thread by: crath, Jul 20, 2009, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Here's my current project I am hired to build for an individual in southern Illinois. 1979 Yamaha XS50 Special [img] I bought it as a bone...
    Post by: crath, Jun 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    [img] This is as she sits right now. But storing it every day and night in my climate controlled garage with dehumidification.
    Post by: crath, Jun 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  30. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Thanks for saying so, she has a lot of personality, especially when you ride it! I still have it. I've been riding it a few times a week to keep...
    Post by: crath, Jun 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  31. crath
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    Bobber / chopper project.

    I'm an internet home-wrecker!!!!
    Post by: crath, Jun 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Including the price of the bike, I have about $1500 in parts and about 60 or 70 hours of labor. The frame on your 400 is going to be a lot...
    Post by: crath, Jun 8, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. crath
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    1981 Yamaha XJ650 Maxim parts bike with IL title $250

    It's missing the boots between the carb and the air box. Also, the tank I have for it is different as what is pictures, more dents.
    Post by: crath, Jun 3, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  34. crath
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    1977 Kawasaki KZ900 bobber project

    [img] [img] [img]
    Post by: crath, Jun 2, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  35. crath
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    1977 Kawasaki KZ900 bobber project

    Selling for what I have in it 1977 Kawasaki KZ900 frame with 900cc kick/electric start motor Rebuilt and jetted carbs set up for pod filters...
    Thread by: crath, Jun 2, 2009, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  36. crath
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    1981 Yamaha XJ650 Maxim parts bike with IL title $250

    I would like to sell the bike outright and avoid parting it out. [img] [img] [img] The exhaust is rusted out at the mufflers.
    Post by: crath, Jun 2, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  37. crath
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    1981 Yamaha XJ650 Maxim parts bike with IL title $250

    First $250 takes it 85% complete. No seat, front wheel, or forks. I never had it running. I just had it sitting around. I was going to get...
    Thread by: crath, Jun 2, 2009, 3 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  38. crath
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    1982 XJ650 Maxim Bobber $3000

    Thanks for the words guys. I rode my Shadow yesterday for the first time in a month, just 10 miles around town. I was kinda skittish the...
    Post by: crath, Jun 2, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  39. crath
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    1982 XJ650 Maxim Bobber $3000

    email me anytime. ChristianRath@gmail.com Great Buffalo, you are right, you have to assume the risk you take with anything you do in life....
    Post by: crath, May 30, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  40. crath
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    XJ Bobber Hardtail Project - ('81 XJ650)

    Looks really good, like the outcome! Wheres the seat from?
    Post by: crath, May 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  41. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Thanks for the comments guys. As I wrote in my for sale post: I don't think I'm going to ride for the rest of this summer. I may start back...
    Post by: crath, May 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  42. crath
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    1982 XJ650 Maxim Bobber $3000

    I don't think I'm going to ride for the rest of this summer. I may start back up again sometime, but who knows. Seeing a friend wipe out and...
    Post by: crath, May 29, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  43. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] Bike is up for sale now $3000 Not your average bike for the average rider. Title in hand with my...
    Post by: crath, May 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  44. crath
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    1982 XJ650 Maxim Bobber $3000

    Some of you guys may recognize my bike. It's for sale now. 1982 Yamaha 650 Maxim Hartailed Bobber Not your average bike for the average...
    Thread by: crath, May 28, 2009, 13 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  45. crath
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    the 82 yamabob begins

    You can easily clean any tank with a little Muratic acid mixed with a decent amount of water. Blow it out with shop air and put gas in it...
    Post by: crath, May 14, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  46. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    I'm sure there are differences in the frame. Mine is shaft drive and yours is chain for one. But the concepts are the same. We dont have any...
    Post by: crath, May 10, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  47. crath
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    XJ550 Seca Carbs needs

    bump, anyone?
    Post by: crath, Apr 29, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  48. crath
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    1982 Seca 650- parting out or sell as is- pics added

    Re: 1982 Seca 650 complete bike- parting out PM sent
    Post by: crath, Apr 28, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  49. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Bike is doing really well, thanks for asking. I just turned 28,000 miles a few days ago. So I have over 4,000 on the build. I just put some new...
    Post by: crath, Apr 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  50. crath
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    1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

    Time to blow the dust off this old thread. I had a request from a fellow forum member to post pictures illustrating where I welded and added...
    Post by: crath, Apr 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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