Looks like a good time. Hope I can make next year's get together. Life got in the way this year June 8th is marked for next year
I'm working on a hanging idle when I get home in a week and a half. I would love to see what worked for you. Mine is fine when cold but starts...
Installed new spark plug caps/boots, installed new doughnuts after the "complete" set I got off ebay had 10 small ones and no larger...
I've sprayed the boots and carb with carb cleaner and no change in idle. So I think the next step is cable lube see what that does then into the...
Takes a little more time but I can wait.
Seems like the bike sold. So it's time to concentrate on the Maxim and get the hanging idle sorted and install the new parts from XJ4EVER.
The are rare up here too. I was going to go have a look but the better half got a job offer in the Netherlands and might take it...
Got my order from Len 2 days ago and all was good. Being in Canada I was walked through what was going to go on with shipping and what Len said...
Nice work! Most people would have walked away seeing the first pictures . Love the nic name. I might to ho have a look at this bike and not let...
Your bike seems to bevin way better shape.
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The shop got the proper tire and they installed it on the rim . So long story short got a new tire put on the bike only had to take it on and off...
Removed rear wheel to drop it off tomorrow for a new tire. Got a message from the shop today that said " got your front tire that you ordered in"....
Front brake pads done then an early morning ride to seat them. In the afternoon took the better half out for a lesson in the different feel of an...
Had a quick look at the fuses when it happened they all looked good in the panel, new panel. Went out today and wiggled the contacts and the...
Look up electrolysis on YouTube there are some good videos about it there. It involves a battery, cables, a solution and a rod of metal hanging in...
Looks like a nice bike, from what I know the XJ 1100 and the XS11 share a bunch of parts. You might want to check out xs11.com as well as here...
Was at the NYCC this weekend and like the title says signals, horn and rev counter stopped working. Then they start working again put it in the...
Forgot to say a big "Thanks!" to Dave/hogfiddles for hosting. Sorry I didn't put that in the last post( I had to apologize... Canadian you know)
Great day had here! I will be back next year if at all possible, but I might come a few days early or stay a few days after and ride the roads,...
Fork seal replaced and the first ride since last spring and that was only 10 minutes. I haven't rode it much since the better half bought me an...
Bought and installed the wrong battery today bike starts sweet charges spot on but the post are on the wrong side. GRRRR?!#@! Once they charge it...
Installed a new rear fender, new brake light, installed a new switch to the clutch and found out the battery that was installed was not the proper...
Can't wait to see some bikes in nicer shape than mine to get inspired to keep going on my vision for my bike. This is the look I'm going after...
Yesterday checked the valves and installed a new gasket. Also swore at the PO over and over about stripping the choke cable screw, fixing that is...
Hopefully I can see the 650 in person and take pictures and measurements at the NYCC
Siphoned the gas out of the Maxim to run the generator last night my town got hit by a big storm. No power, no gas stations open so the Maxim to...
Got the parts bike outside under a tarp and the working one on the table and moved so I can walk around it. Started it for the first time in...
Loved watching the progression of that bike and how you worked through problems. Enjoy family time there will be an XJ available when you get the...
Thanks for the offer but the one I have is in good shape and shipping would be a killer. I've gotten a few small parts sent from the States for...
That's a lot of gear for a 650. My wife would love/hate that seat. She would love it once she got on but I don't think she could get her leg high...
Started it up in the garage just needed motorcycle fix. Then lubed the clutch and choke cable tried to lube the throttle cable but one screw head...
That Quicksilver looks almost as big as the Windjammer SS I have so I wouldn't have to worry about wind weave with the Rooster just getting the...
Thanks Fullert56. I have looked at that web site and have made a profile at the vetter owners group most of the pictures don't give an idea of how...
Trying to get an idea of the mounting bracket for a Windjammer to put it on my 1983 750 Maxim. The faring came off a Goldwing but I hear all the...
Thanks, I have been wanting to come down but covid and life gets in the way. I have the dates in the calendar, looking forward to picking brains...
Looking into coming this year probably trailer the bikes what are options for hotels/motels?
Hoping for a more open 2022 from Canada
Nice find if you get rid of the backrest I would be interested
Always good to help another person with a bike whether you know them or not. I was out on my other ride Sunday, great weather for November(16°c)...
Nice to know you like the brake upgrade. I've thought about a more sport touring bike the older Kawasaki Concours are going for a good price and...
Thanks for the spark plug out tip XJ550H. I had a brain fart when I rolled it into the garage and was afraid it was seized when it didn't move in...
Got the bike for $500(cdn) it's complete with both side covers, engine guards(one has some damage but I can fix and paint black for my other bike)...
Should I drop some oil in the spark plug holes and let it sit for a day or two to make sure everything is loose? Didn't come with a battery so I'm...
Just picked up a 1983 Maxim that has been sitting for at least 8 years. I know drain the fuel, check the tank and send the carbs to school but...
Can't tell if it's a twin but if it is, it must a Maxim 400 looks like the one my buddy had in high-school.
Nice looking bike. Haven't seen anything close to that nice for sale in a long time, enjoy
Not the type of fuse box I was thinking of but that's what's great about this site, ask for help and it gets the ball rolling.
How is the fuse box itself? I had to replace mine all the fuses were good but the clips were bad under the fuses.
1983 XJ750 Maxim (running plated work in progress) 2007 Suzuki S83 wife wanted me to get it because she didn't trust the Maxim. It went on the...
