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    SELLING: 1981 XJ650 side cover RIGHT HAND SIDE

    5 days left
    Post by: sillydilly, Sep 23, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    SELLING: 1981 XJ650 side cover RIGHT HAND SIDE

    I know these guys are rare and I just listed my spare on ebay for sale... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1980-198 ... 3f033af788 Ive also...
    Thread by: sillydilly, Sep 19, 2010, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    CALGARY!! Selling 1981 XJ650 + Parts bike + Parts

    http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicle ... Z207319884 Take a peek guys. Trying to sell my bike & stuff!
    Thread by: sillydilly, May 25, 2010, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    XJ750 / XJ650 compatibility??

    dang. was hoping they would. looks like i'll have to tell him Im not interested and maybe get a good price on it!
    Post by: sillydilly, Apr 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Painting over chrome?

    what exactly does that mean
    Post by: sillydilly, Apr 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ750 / XJ650 compatibility??

    thanks guys! so it would be wise to buy the 750 for parts then? sounds like everything should line up... things like side covers, seat, grab...
    Post by: sillydilly, Apr 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ750 / XJ650 compatibility??

    Hey there. I have a 1981 XJ650 FRAME with a 1982 XJ650 YICS Engine in my bike. Everything works and fits fine. I also bought a 1982 XJ650 YICS...
    Thread by: sillydilly, Apr 2, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Painting over chrome?

    rustolleum eh. See that everywhere. I use that as a primer? would love to get chrome painting. did some googling and asking around at NAPA...
    Post by: sillydilly, Apr 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need help CARB SYNCING!!!

    the first time I over adjusted so badly that the bike no longer ran and I had to bench synch. Second time over, I did it in 1/4 turn...
    Post by: sillydilly, Apr 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Painting over chrome?

    Everyone wants to do it. Especially black carb hats :P How exactly is it done? I've seen loads of people here with painted carb hats,...
    Thread by: sillydilly, Mar 30, 2010, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need help CARB SYNCING!!!

    ha-ha. I got it now ;)
    Post by: sillydilly, Mar 29, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need help CARB SYNCING!!!

    Southern Alberta. The only reason they aren' even is because I sucked the ends giving them a negative vacuum pressure over night to see if...
    Post by: sillydilly, Mar 29, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need help CARB SYNCING!!!

    Here's what I've got done between work. Finally got around to make the 2 bottle tool, it was very fun and only cost me about $10. I set it up with...
    Post by: sillydilly, Mar 29, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need help CARB SYNCING!!!

    There's obviously 2 large groups of users who are both for and against the YICS tool :p
    Post by: sillydilly, Mar 27, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need help CARB SYNCING!!!

    Damn. I was hoping that I wouldnt need to bother with the YICS tool. Im going to avoid all controversy about the YICS tool and sync them...
    Post by: sillydilly, Mar 25, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need help CARB SYNCING!!!

    Here are my 2 engines, I noticed once is plugged and 1 has a screw in the engine block. The one Im trying to tune is the one with the plug, and...
    Post by: sillydilly, Mar 25, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need help CARB SYNCING!!!

    Im riding an 81 xj and the previous owner swapped in an 82 YICS. which is the one with the black YICS valvecover.
    Post by: sillydilly, Mar 24, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need help CARB SYNCING!!!

    Ill buy some fuel line so I can extend my tank higher so I can work on the carbs. I dont think I'll be touching valves yet, I dont think there's...
    Post by: sillydilly, Mar 24, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need help CARB SYNCING!!!

    Thanks!
    Post by: sillydilly, Mar 24, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need help CARB SYNCING!!!

    Alright, I've had NOTHING but problems with my carbs ever since I first got the bike. With zero to little mechanical knowledge and experience, I...
    Thread by: sillydilly, Mar 24, 2010, 26 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    Ok, this is a stupid question, but precisely which make and specifications should I buy of oil? Best case scenario, I tap the back of carb...
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 22, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    Well right now my bike is back in winter storage and probably won't see light for a few months before spring hits. so so far when I get it out Im...
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 22, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    I had my bike on prime for awhile, even when it wasn't running. When I had the plugs problem I had it on prime to try and start, but I didn't...
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img]
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    Figurd so. I was probably going to do 1/8 of a complete rotation. Thanks guys. Right now, I'm having another problem. I went riding in the...
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 19, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=1 ... valve.html I found that thread to me extremely informative in doing valve adjustments, however I...
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 18, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    Also, new plugs are kind of black already, which Im assuming is too much fuel. How do I fix this?
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 18, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    Slowly rebuilding our tool collection :p Nah, the 2 center ones were rusty and ugly, I tried painting them with that cheap chrome paint and it...
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 18, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    Alright well I took pictures, and I think I figured it out haha. [img] [img] [img] I then realized that cap was able to screw-off lol....
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 17, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    I understand, I also have a very strong sense of humor. but keep in mind that I'm very frustrated with my bike and when seeking help from you guys...
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 17, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    Anyone who could possibly help me? He's suggesting my mom 'get around' so I can use 'new daddies' tools... and that's not rude?
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 17, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. sillydilly
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    The way they didn't fit it is because the threaded part on top had like a cover on it, I'm told it's removable but I just fitted an identical...
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 17, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    Unfortunately I live in a very small town, and I really doubt anyone from this forum would be close enough to help. Beside I know a lot of people...
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 16, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. sillydilly
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    Damn you guys, I just bought the bike and when my parents split my dad took all the tools so I'm like literally using my hands to work on this...
    Post by: sillydilly, Jan 16, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike won't start, electricals smoking?!

    Hey everyone, lately I've been having loads of bike problems and one keeps leading to another as I'm completely knew to this kind of stuff....
    Thread by: sillydilly, Jan 16, 2009, 53 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New Turn Signals; Need Help!

    Hey guys! Thanks for all the help! I just picked up a new relay for $3 at Wal-Mart and it works like a charm!
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New Turn Signals; Need Help!

    Hmm, I do believe I have the self-cancelling but not sure if it works or not. Regardless, I don't want to end up spending another $40 on new bulbs...
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New Turn Signals; Need Help!

    to wizard: Hmm, alright, thanks anyways.. I guess I'll have to wait until someone can walk me through what to do
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New Turn Signals; Need Help!

    So rather than buying new bulbs, would I pick up a new relay?
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New Turn Signals; Need Help!

    Hey everyone, I'm here again with a new problem... I just finished ordering these: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Turn-Sig ... QQtcZphoto...
    Thread by: sillydilly, Nov 28, 2008, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Lots of xj650 parts here take a look

    I PM'd you, hope we can figure something out ;)
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 20, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    grab bar to swap

    Hmm, what exactly do you need for front signals? I just bought a set of signal lights so I'll be removing mine off the 650... I'd be willing to...
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 20, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    About me and my 1981 Yamaha XJ650 [ Pictures ]

    Thanks! And yes, I removed the rear signal lights and have new ones on the way, I'll show you how I mount them when they get here :)
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 20, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    About me and my 1981 Yamaha XJ650 [ Pictures ]

    A little town in southern Alberta Ahh, I never really thought of that mate. It's pretty much put away for the winter anyway, but of course...
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 19, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    About me and my 1981 Yamaha XJ650 [ Pictures ]

    Hello, I decided to snap a few pictures and if most of you enjoy just browsing the forum looking at pictures then you may like this. [img]...
    Thread by: sillydilly, Nov 19, 2008, 8 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Oil Level \ Oil Leak on '81 Maxim XJ650

    I can barely fit my hands in there so I scraped it with a screwdriver till I got sick of it. I think tomorrow I'm going to ride it for a bit...
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 15, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil Level \ Oil Leak on '81 Maxim XJ650

    Ok I opened it back up and snapped a few pictures.. [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] Should...
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 15, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil Level \ Oil Leak on '81 Maxim XJ650

    Where can I get a new air filter besides eBay? Also, I'll be 'going back in' to the air box today and I'll take a lot of pictures
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 15, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil Level \ Oil Leak on '81 Maxim XJ650

    Ahh yes, thats precisely what it looks like. I basically stripped it all down and looked around and did a little cleaning. My air filter hardly...
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil Level \ Oil Leak on '81 Maxim XJ650

    Alright, thanks for all the replies!! So far, I've checked the oil level and the window is full on the center stand, and empty on side stand so...
    Post by: sillydilly, Nov 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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