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  1. dawsoner
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    Are harleys really that slow?

    No, torque wins races, HP sells cars. Enzo Ferrari said that.
    Post by: dawsoner, Jun 29, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  2. dawsoner
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    Are harleys really that slow?

    Buuuut Torque wins races, horsepower sells stuff XJs have 40-50ftlb of torque, Harleys have 80ftlb.... So no, Harleys aren't really...
    Post by: dawsoner, Jun 29, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  3. dawsoner
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    WTB - XJ series bike EDIT: FOUND ONE

    Re: WTB - XJ series bike That would be a fun ride on a new motorcycle...
    Post by: dawsoner, Jun 22, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  4. dawsoner
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    PIX, No drooling on your keyboard!

    sweet motorcycle, i love the "big red pig." One of my buddies has one I ride from time to time, so much torque! Almost feels like the rear wheel...
    Post by: dawsoner, Jun 9, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. dawsoner
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    Auto cancel blinker problem

    I know, right? On my second XJ, auto cancel hasn't worked yet. My solution: take off the turn signals, use your hands.
    Post by: dawsoner, May 21, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. dawsoner
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    A good way to lower an XJ650?

    The lower you go the less you can lean it over...
    Post by: dawsoner, May 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. dawsoner
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    novice welding - possible?

    +1, one of my friends learned that way, he's real good now. He welded suspension mounts on my friend's truck. The truck was crashed a couple...
    Post by: dawsoner, May 5, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. dawsoner
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    Runs great for a short ride....then won't start!!

    Spec valve clearances are: Intake: 0.11~0.15mm Exhaust: 0.16~0.20mm To be measured when the engine is cold. I am absolutely not a...
    Post by: dawsoner, May 1, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. dawsoner
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    Runs great for a short ride....then won't start!!

    What is your starting sequence like? I was having the same problem recently with my XJ650J, I was just kind of trying too hard to start it....
    Post by: dawsoner, May 1, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. dawsoner
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    1982 xj650 bobber $700 , *** SOLD SOLD SOLD ***

    Re: 1982 xj650 maxim bobber/chopper for sale 8 people
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 30, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  11. dawsoner
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    my xj750 seca rebuild

    i like that garage, 3 motorcycles with the cars outside
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 28, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. dawsoner
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    Look what followed me home last night...

    seriously, taking them out and getting them back in is a lot harder than cleaning them properly
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 28, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. dawsoner
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    My 85 Maxim-X, had it since the crate opened at the dealers

    Doesn't work for those of us that don't have Flickr accounts.
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 27, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. dawsoner
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    TCI Causing my No Start?

    How compatible are brushes (and starters) across models? I have an XJ650, but I used to have a Maxim X and I still have the starter for it. Can...
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. dawsoner
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    A casual way to ride to work

    Thats one of those things that is funny and cool, then he eats CRAP
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 22, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. dawsoner
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    YICS System TOTALLY underrated

    I get 64/45 in my '82 XJ650J My '86 Maxim X got 62/40 No they are not running lean, I just ride in the mountains at ~50mph
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. dawsoner
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    is this true. very bad review of xj750? or the truth?

    Cool good to know, I kind of passed up a deal on a CB750 last fall for my XJ650 and now I know I won't regret it.
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 21, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. dawsoner
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    is this true. very bad review of xj750? or the truth?

    How about a cb? Not saying CB > XJ, but those CB750s and CB900s were pretty tough right?
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 21, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. dawsoner
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    XJ4ever parts & service

    Perfect service, I ordered a bunch of stuff and I wasn't sure exactly how to place it, so I PM'ed Chacal after sending Paypal money. Parts...
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 21, 2010 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  20. dawsoner
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    1985 Seca Project (Yes, the years correct!)

    not a good thing or a bad thing, just tells you its certainly a 750 motor
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 21, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  21. dawsoner
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    1980 xj 650 maxim gas milage?

    1982 JX650J 64 mpg highway/45 city
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 21, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. dawsoner
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    ...and now for something completely different!

    Pretty cool to see people racing on tracks as opposed to doing wheelies without helmets and a passenger (on the highway).
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 19, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. dawsoner
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    backfiring through carbs

    service manual calls for checking them every 5k.
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 18, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. dawsoner
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    1982 XJ550 Bobber Project

    can you post some pictures of how you connected those foot pegs to the engine mounts up front?
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 17, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  25. dawsoner
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    XJ900s Picture

    wow.....i want either
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 16, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. dawsoner
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    Photo Thread. My XJ and the World's Largest ....

    We could also do the world's largest living organism (an aspen grove near Aspen)...
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 15, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Photo Thread. My XJ and the World's Largest ....

    Hmm, Maxhog650 and I rode our XJs to the highest paved road in North America (Mount Evans @ 14,258'). I don't think I have a picture of the...
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 15, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Vibration at 55-60mph

    Riding yesterday I noticed I am getting a really high frequency vibration between 55 and 60 mph. I notice it more in the seat than the...
    Thread by: dawsoner, Apr 13, 2010, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    HOW-TO (Request) - Remove rear wheel to replace brake shoes

    Re: HOW-TO (Request) - Remove rear wheel to replace brake sh Its pretty easy, take those two arms off, undo the axle (its really hard to get...
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 13, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    HOW-TO (Request) - Remove rear wheel to replace brake shoes

    ugh, I did mine Sunday...wish you had asked before then
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 13, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. dawsoner
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    Compression Test

    +1
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. dawsoner
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    Insurance Surprise

    hmm, mine is less than $100/year
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 6, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. dawsoner
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    i tried to fix it and made it worse

    +1
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. dawsoner
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    Ridin' in the rain

    wait...check condition of the conformal coating on the TCI or the TDI?
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. dawsoner
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    1982 XJ650J Ignition Coils

    Thanks, good info to have.
    Post by: dawsoner, Apr 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. dawsoner
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    1982 XJ650J Ignition Coils

    Until late last night I was the owner of a 1986 XJ700 Maxim X, now I am the proud new owner of a 1982 XJ650J Maxim. I decided to make the switch...
    Thread by: dawsoner, Apr 5, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. dawsoner
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    xj700n foward controls

    That is GREAT to know!!
    Post by: dawsoner, Mar 31, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  38. dawsoner
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    1985 XJ700 Maxim.just wandering if interest in part out

    I am interested in the speedometer and the intake (airbox, boots etc)
    Post by: dawsoner, Mar 11, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  39. dawsoner
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    take it to the next level?

    have you considered upgrading to a newer motorcycle
    Post by: dawsoner, Mar 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. dawsoner
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    Which is the rarest XJ model?

    har har TIMEtoRIDE. I was thinking of the XJ750D-II, not to be confused with the XJ750D. Only made from 1985-86 for the Japanese home market....
    Post by: dawsoner, Mar 3, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  41. dawsoner
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    Which is the rarest XJ model?

    How about one of the Maxim-Xs? Say the 750? Also what about that 900 that was only released in Japan and had all kinds of electronics, I'd have...
    Post by: dawsoner, Feb 25, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  42. dawsoner
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    Why do I like these bikes so much?

    compared to http://www.cb750cafe.com/ they look like crap piles to me
    Post by: dawsoner, Feb 24, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  43. dawsoner
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    Pod Question

    anybody...?
    Post by: dawsoner, Feb 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  44. dawsoner
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    Pod Question

    My Maxim-X came with pods, I did NOT take out the airbox on my own. Anyway, as Spring is approaching I am thinking about doing some work as I...
    Thread by: dawsoner, Feb 11, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  45. dawsoner
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    Question about maxim X gauges

    Go with a set of non-X guages. Maxim-X is water cooled and the guages include a thermometer.
    Post by: dawsoner, Jan 31, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  46. dawsoner
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    85 Maxim-X Thermo Switch

    Seems to me like a previous owner added a switch to turn the fan on and off instead of leaving it up to the thermostatic valve (not a bad idea in...
    Post by: dawsoner, Jan 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. dawsoner
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    1985 Maxim X - Lots o' Parts for Sale

    Can I get your speedometer?
    Post by: dawsoner, Jan 29, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  48. dawsoner
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    Valve Shim Kits

    and thats why I am glad I asked
    Post by: dawsoner, Jan 27, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. dawsoner
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    Valve Shim Kits

    It seems like its about time to check/adjust the valves on my Xj700 Maxim X (water cooled). The service manual says 26,600, but most people seem...
    Thread by: dawsoner, Jan 27, 2010, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. dawsoner
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    !986 Maxim X t part out.

    I want your speedometer (or gauge cluster)...and the thermostatic valve
    Post by: dawsoner, Jan 21, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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