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  1. cide1
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    is it possible to put a kick start

    I know I'm raising an old thread here, but I'm wondering why an XJ is so easy to push start, if it requires two engine cycles before the TCI will...
    Post by: cide1, Jul 13, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. cide1
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    Stacked Gears ??

    I have heard the term "stacked" gears used to describe the situation when you try to shift gears without applying motor (e.g. bike sitting still),...
    Post by: cide1, Jul 8, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1981 XJ550 Maxim (in Indiana)

    Also, the bike is located on the Northeast side of Indianapolis, near 96th St. and I-69.
    Post by: cide1, Apr 13, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    1981 XJ550 Maxim (in Indiana)

    I am buying a new bike and need to sell my 1981 XJ550 Maxim. I have put a lot of effort into trying to make this a very ride-able bike, and it...
    Thread by: cide1, Apr 13, 2009, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Wanted: Starter Solenoid for '81 XJ550 Maxim

    My starter solenoid is acting up, and I am looking to replace it. Please let me know if you have one for sale that is known good, and how much...
    Thread by: cide1, Apr 8, 2009, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Good Deal?

    I tried Castrol 10w40 for the first oil change on mine after buying the thing with 9200 miles on it, and the clutch was slipping real bad. I know...
    Post by: cide1, Mar 20, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What kind of oil?

    I use Valvoline Motorcycle 20w50 in my 550. Regular Valvoline 10w40 and Castrol 10w40 both gave clutch slippage problems. Switching to the...
    Post by: cide1, Jan 5, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. cide1
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    82 XJ650 TIRES

    I think you meant Bridgestone Spitfire. Good tires for the money. I have a set on my bike....
    Post by: cide1, Nov 7, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. cide1
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    Maxim-Seca Computer the same?

    My understanding is that there is no computer on the maxims, at least on the 550s. The gauge cluster takes several input signals through the...
    Post by: cide1, Nov 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. cide1
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    running with choke

    Choke on means you are starving the engine for fuel, and making up for it by starving it for air. When the air to fuel ratio is right the engine...
    Post by: cide1, Oct 31, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Puzzling gas milage

    I would second the lean condition. When the air is colder, it is denser, so it contains more oxygen. Normally this will give you a bit more...
    Post by: cide1, Oct 31, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. cide1
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    Poor battery ground?

    I wouldnt read too much into the brightness of the flashers. As the bike runs lower and lower, the alternator turns at lower and lower speeds,...
    Post by: cide1, Oct 21, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    82' XJ 750 carbs

    On my carbs, I had good needle valves, but the tab on the float was bent a bit, such that the needle valve did not push up high enough to seal....
    Post by: cide1, Oct 20, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    82' XJ 750 carbs

    I think you said above that you were stock jets and stock airbox. So, I think I would start looking for a vacuum leak. Two things point me in...
    Post by: cide1, Oct 19, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Choke adjustment??

    It sounds like your idle jets may be clogged a bit. When it's colder, it takes a bit more gas to start the motor as gas doesn't atomize as well...
    Post by: cide1, Oct 16, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    10W/40, 20W/40, 20W/50, etc...

    I just reread the question, and realize I didn't answer part of it. Yamaha recommends SAE 20w40 in the owners manual for warmer driving, and...
    Post by: cide1, Oct 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    10W/40, 20W/40, 20W/50, etc...

    I struggled with what weight of oil to put in my bike. I don't know where to buy 20w40. My first oil change was Castrol 10w40. This was their...
    Post by: cide1, Oct 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    gearbox/trans problemo

    Well, there are two things I have found on my transmission that fix problems w/o opening it up. Number one is to have fresh oil in it, and...
    Post by: cide1, Oct 11, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Will this hurt me if i use it to clean out 25 yearse of crap

    I think the dumping in through the vacuum line is more of a do it once around 100,000 miles to de-carbonize type of thing. I wouldn't do it all...
    Post by: cide1, Oct 8, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Will this hurt me if i use it to clean out 25 yearse of crap

    Re: Will this hurt me if i use it to clean out 25 yearse of I'll second the seafoam. I have heard of it's uses on old Jeep forums...
    Post by: cide1, Oct 8, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Top End swap out.

    In theory, it should work. Are they from the exact same model and year? My knowledge of engines comes mostly from cars, where manufactures tweak...
    Post by: cide1, Oct 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Other than your bike what do you drive?

    My baby: 2007 GMC Sierra 5.3L Crew Cab, avg 16 mpg around town, 21 mpg or so highway, not too bad for 305 horses. Being able to tow 7600 lbs has...
    Post by: cide1, Oct 4, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    should i replace both tires?

    I just put Bridgestone Spitfire's on my bike about 1000 miles ago, replacing two very old, very worn + cracked tires. I have been very pleased...
    Post by: cide1, Aug 15, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Insurance Bast*^$s!!!!

    I use progressive. I think it was $160 / year, which works out to $13.50 / month for liability only. I told them I did not take a class, and it...
    Post by: cide1, Jul 15, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    1981 XJ550 in central Indiana

    I'm on the northeast side at 96 st + I69. I rode over to Carmel, Westfield, Zionsville and back today to see friends + check on parents house...
    Post by: cide1, May 31, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    1981 XJ550 in central Indiana

    Hi, I bought a 1981 XJ550 about a month ago. It was previously owned by an older guy who lived out in the country. I fought the usual...
    Thread by: cide1, May 30, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Yamaha emblems

    I am also looking for a set. 1981 XJ550. What dealer had them for sale? Doug
    Post by: cide1, May 27, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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