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  1. Dan Gardner
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    another CL optimist

    2-4-1...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Oct 30, 2025 at 4:26 PM in forum: Hangout Lounge
  2. Dan Gardner
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    Valve compressor custom tool.

    I printed this gizmo. Gets the job done. [ATTACH]
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Oct 30, 2025 at 9:42 AM in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Dan Gardner
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    Damage to crank case - Can it be fixed?

    This case has been missing a side cover bolt for years. I think I had the bike a couple years before I realized it was even missing. Someone did...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Oct 28, 2025 at 10:42 AM in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Dan Gardner
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    Damage to crank case - Can it be fixed?

    @Jadds - it seems like a machine shop would be a good place to ask about the viability of a repair. Having said that, here is my opinion: --...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Oct 27, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Dan Gardner
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    xjcd org down?

    That's good news @Huntchuks Are there any copyright issues? I can't imagine there would be. Could we post that content on here somewhere??
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Oct 21, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. Dan Gardner
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    xjcd org down?

    The xjcd.org domain status is currently "client hold" - which probably means it has been abandoned or somebody didn't pay the bill - kind of a...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Oct 21, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  7. Dan Gardner
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    xjcd org down?

    Unfortunately, it seems to be not among the living anymore. I thought I had all of the content downloaded, but of course now I can't find it.
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Oct 21, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. Dan Gardner
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    Plastic bits in the oil pan (XJ750J)

    Heat is your friend too. Unless you burn yourself. Don't do that. Just heat the aluminum.
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Oct 21, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Dan Gardner
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    Plastic bits in the oil pan (XJ750J)

    Yes, unfortunately you are probably dealing with a disintegrated primary drive chain guide. See here:...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Oct 16, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Dan Gardner
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    Stuck and rounded oil filter bolt

    Others may correct me, but I believe early models had the 12mm head, but at some point they realized that was a bad idea and increased the size to...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Oct 2, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Dan Gardner
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    another CL optimist

    You could sell the "5 valve" covers for the price of the bike!!
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Sep 25, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. Dan Gardner
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    Got a new XJ750RH seca which won't start after 2 rides

    If you're lazy like me, @chacal can hook you up with an installable kit to do this - the proverbial easy button.
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Sep 25, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Dan Gardner
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    Help me pls !!!! timing cover broke when wrecked

    I'm sure somebody has some spares around here....
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Sep 23, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Dan Gardner
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    xj750 heft

    80 kilo for those playing along in the rest of the world
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Sep 7, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Dan Gardner
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    xj750 heft

    Survey says: 176.6 lbs [ATTACH] This is an XJ650RJ engine with starter. Starter is just under 5 lbs I'm sure there is some variance in the...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Sep 7, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Dan Gardner
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    I want one, or something like it.

    Seems like a perfectly rational transportation option
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Sep 1, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. Dan Gardner
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    HSC32 Carb Rack Bench Stand

    BTW @k-moe , I have a separate monstrosity that I use for wet set: https://www.xjbikes.com/forums/threads/hsc32-carb-stand.131543/ I made this...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Sep 1, 2025 in forum: XJ 3D Printing & STL Files
  18. Dan Gardner
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    HSC32 Carb Rack Bench Stand

    I’m having trouble picturing the idea @k-moe. How would you envision that working??
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 30, 2025 in forum: XJ 3D Printing & STL Files
  19. Dan Gardner
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    Apologies for my absence.

    That’s great news @k-moe !!
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 30, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  20. Dan Gardner
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    alterative TCIs

    Follow up - looks like the only difference in carb setup is the needle. Y-10: used on all USA market XJ650 (except Turbo) models, 1982-84 XJ650...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 19, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    alterative TCIs

    Warning: Nerd alert Note that 5V2 is the frame code for the USA XJ650RJ. Note that 4H7 is the frame code for the USA XJ650G/H (1980/81 Maxim)...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 19, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Dan Gardner
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    alterative TCIs

    https://ebay.us/m/c1XPN5 https://ebay.us/m/9NLhka https://ebay.us/m/7QzWGA
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 19, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Dan Gardner
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    alterative TCIs

    OK, good to know. Note that this "5V2" TCI is the same as used on 1980 and 1981 non-YICS 650 Maxims here in the states.
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 19, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Dan Gardner
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    alterative TCIs

    Is the RJ in the UK a YICS or non-YICS?? Electronic or mechanical tach?
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 18, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Dan Gardner
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    82 Seca, that was close to home

    I feel your pain @Timbox here’s my version from last summer https://www.xjbikes.com/forums/threads/xj750r-master-cylinder-internals.132675/
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 18, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Dan Gardner
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    Hello from aberdeenshire

    Nice! welcome to the party
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 18, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. Dan Gardner
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    82 Seca, that was close to home

    Regarding the batt warning light - I finally gave up and got the bypass kit from @chacal. Don’t regret it one bit.
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 13, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ650 Maxim - What’s with the spacer on the right handlebar?

    Wait which one were you talking about @Tristan Kernick ? There's a washer like thing that lives between the grip and the switch body - that one...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 10, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    xj750 heft

    The last time I lifted one was a couple years ago. I’m not a small guy by any means but certainly not any sort of strongman. And I feel every one...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 9, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ650 Maxim - What’s with the spacer on the right handlebar?

    That’s factree. At least I’ve got it too. I’ve always just kind of assumed that it was an afterthought to make the brake lever line up the way...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 9, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. Dan Gardner
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    82 Seca, that was close to home

    Sounds perfect. Well it will be anyway, once it gets the @Timbox treatment.
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 8, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    another CL optimist

    In my opinion: Not a bad bike if one is willing to put in the work. The spare engine seems to be missing the starter, so it's probably not worth...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 7, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    xj750 heft

    I guess I'll have to bite the bullet and get a crane scale so we can put this to bed.
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 7, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Dan Gardner
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    another CL optimist

    I've got an airbox that I was saving for a project just like this if anyone bites.
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 7, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. Dan Gardner
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    xj750 heft

    My guess is 165 lb / 75 kg
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 7, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Dan Gardner
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    Delkevic xj650 seca exhaust on Maxim?

    That's a beautiful bike @Bandit
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 7, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. Dan Gardner
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    82 Seca, that was close to home

    In my opinion, 750 Seca would be a good starter bike depending on the person - big and strong enough to handle it and you're fine. A smaller...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 7, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Dan Gardner
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    Is this for my bike? Part identification, minor thing, trivial

    Doesn't look familiar to me - but that doesn't mean much. Definitely looks like some sort of battery terminal cover. Google image search:...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 6, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Dan Gardner
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    1986 XJ700 stays running on choke, dies on throttle

    I think the obvious thing to check would be what you've already started checking - make sure all of the passages are clean. And not just "look"...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Dan Gardner
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    Re-re-reviving my '81 Seca 750

    That's the starter clutch slipping. Welcome to the party.
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Dan Gardner
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    another CL optimist

    Really nice looking XS1100 Special, but it has the transmission issue that the 1100s are notorious for. The ask is $1,600. How much would you...
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Aug 1, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  42. Dan Gardner
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    Starter motor issues

    Oh, gotcha. I missed that part. Then make sure to do the valve job on the main engine as part of the “while yer in there” list
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Jul 30, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. Dan Gardner
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    Starter motor issues

    If you’re in there, you will definitely want to lap the valves and replace valve seals too in my opinion
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Jul 29, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. Dan Gardner
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    another CL optimist

    You could probably sell the tupperware and get the bike for free
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Jul 14, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  45. Dan Gardner
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    another CL optimist

    The windshield makes it look dorky. A proper windscreen wouldn't look nearly as dorky. I like the fairing - keeps my feet warm on those chilly days.
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Jul 14, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. Dan Gardner
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    Is this normal?

    Understood. You’re not the first to be concerned about it!
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Jul 7, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. Dan Gardner
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    Is this normal?

    Yes, just rough casting
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Jul 7, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. Dan Gardner
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    Knee Deep in the Dead...Jeep.

    Looks fun! What do you need to do?
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Jul 6, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  49. Dan Gardner
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    What Did You Do To Help Somebody Today?

    Share your good news!! Since the "what did you do to your Yamaha today?" thread is so popular, I thought maybe we could try to talk about...
    Thread by: Dan Gardner, Jul 2, 2025, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  50. Dan Gardner
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    Bluetooth Primary Chain Guide

    I have saved as much as I consider sensible. The engine was mostly trash due to some pretty horrible workmanship - mostly on the exterior.
    Post by: Dan Gardner, Jun 26, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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