Re: Turbo update... Turbocharger ate itself :( Good luck finding a replacement compressor wheel (impeller). Mine had a bent fin and I have been...
The ZRX 1100's and 1200's are very nice bikes with a cult following. The engine is based on the ZX11 design which dates back to the mid '80s. It...
Like others have said Argon is more for mig welding aluminum and Argon CO2 mix is for steel or stainless. I use 100% co2 on my mig when welding...
That GSXR 50 has to be one of the coolest bikes I have ever seen. I would love to find one for myself.
That bike is right in my neck of the woods. I dont have the cash to spend on another bike at the moment but could check it out for any perspective...
Any idea about how much you are wanting for it?
Re: 1982 Yamaha Seca 650 Turbo for parts Check your PM's I want the turbo if its for sale.
I am looking for a turbo from a seca turbo. The compressor wheel on mine is damaged and needs replacement. I will either buy a blown turbo with...
In chronological order: 1985 Oldsmobile cutlass ciera -pos 1990 Ford Aerostar-miss this one 1973 Tomos moped - had a lot of fun on that one...
What insurance company are you guys going through? I had progressive on my vstar 1100 and paid $43.00 per month for full coverage. The...
The 11 engine will not fit without some major frame mods. The xj11 is just an xs11 with some styling changes. It would be cheaper and much easier...
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Yeah it will bolt right in. Aside from bigger pistons they have very few differences.
In the USA the 650 was discontinued in '83. They came out with the maxim 700 and maxim x 700 in '85 but I dont believe they still had them in '86.
If the throttle cable is disconnected and the butterflys are closed you have a vacuum leak. Most likely from bad throttle shaft seals or manifolds.
Gasless mig? If you arent using gas it isnt mig (metal inert gas or GMAW) welding it is considered flux core arc welding or FCAW. It sucks that...
Where did you come up with this theory? There are so many false statements in the post above that I cant even begin to list them all. I have heard...
On my 2000 vstar 1100 there were NO screws holding on the spark plug covers. The chrome plated plastic covers simply pulled off. They are held in...
You cant just swap out throttle shaft seals, install a fuel pump, plumb the overflow back to the tank, and expect the setup to work. The fuel...
The intake and exhaust ports are smaller in diameter. I have verified this by checking my 650 turbo engine versus my 650 maxim engine. The turbo...
Completely different head. The turbo head has smaller intake/exhaust ports so it would likely hurt performance on the n/a engine.
Removing the exhaust to change the oil is correct and it sucks believe me. When I bought my vstar the dealer included a maintenance plan. They...
You do not have to pull the tank and seat. The plastic head covers are just held on by rubber grommets, just like motorcycle side covers. Just...
nice bike, but that safety yellow paint is horrendous.
Quad 4s are junk no matter what they are mounted on. At least the timing chain is easy to get to on the bike. Those engines seem to chew them up...
Ask your son if you can take it out for a spin around the block. You will likely change your opinion. Those 10s are some sweet bikes, perfect...
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Changing to chain requires an engine swap or some serious machining and fab work. Swapping the rear differential with one from a yamaha xs...
The 1100 frame is basically a modified xs 750 triple frame, not the xj 750. The maxim 1100 is basically an xs11 with different body work and front...
To make a long story short, it is not practical to convert an xj 650, 700, 750, or 900 to chain drive. You would either have to swap engines with...
To each his own I guess. I dont particularly care for them but theyve never bothered me enough to remove them. The factory emblems on the other...
I dont know about being better but they are nice bikes. I had a '79 xs11 and an '82 xj1100 maxim. They are quite fast for being so large and they...
That is no maxim at all, its a yamaha xs 1100.
The turbo manifold is just one of the many pieces to the puzzle. The turbo engine has low compression pistons, different cams, stronger rods, and...
Assuming my kph-mph calculations are correct the xj1100 should be able to reach about 210-215 kph or low 130's in mph. Is your bike completely...
Where about in North AL are you? I live in huntsville and own an '82 650 Maxim. I have tons of parts and experience with these bikes so if you...
In the US any vehicle with 4 wheels is classified as a car, not a motorcycle. It would have to adhere to the same safety standards as a new car...
Something tells me that the first left turn that kart makes will include a roll over. The engine sitting that far from center and the way the...
I did a search and found absolutely nothing. Yamaha makes a ybr 250 but it looks like it is japan only and is an 08. I am willing to bet he really...
I had a fazer once upon a time. Paid $50 and had it up and running shortly. Never was able to get a title so I pulled the engine and stuck it on a...
Nice bike, Here's a word of advise from an ex Vstar 1100 owner (same engine as virago 1100). When you start the bike, use the choke very...
He must have came to his senses cause when I posted it the price said $18,000
http://huntsville.craigslist.org/mcy/1304121732.html $18k for an '82 Honda 750. Absolutely no info on the bike either. To top it off it doesnt...
What happens when the chain stretches?
If I am not mistaken the "R" has nothing to do with heat range it means resistor.
Parts wise I'd get the fluids and filter locally. Autozone, advance auto, napa, and some walmarts carry the oil filter. Oil-wise either use shell...
Right now I would change plugs, oil& filter, differential oil, air filter, check the valves, and ride the crap out of the bike. Chances are that...
If you work on a SAAB then the bike will be a walk in the park. I am a mechanic and avoid them whenever I possibly can. The carbs require a few...
Oh yeah and dont worry about offending anyone with your decision. I think I am with everyone when I am glad that you saved another one of these...
If the backfiring on decel isnt super loud or annoying I wouldnt worry too much about it. Most bikes do it from the factory but the stock exhaust...
