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  1. bartman
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    where to find a replacement part for choke lever

    While replacing my choke cable I noticed that the piece the lever mounts to - the component that retains the cable in place, going into the lever,...
    Thread by: bartman, Sep 28, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. bartman
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    bike won't run issues...please help

    thanks for the feedback all, samsr - I will listen for the noise in that area....Thanks kiwi and micarl for the feedback on the baffles and...
    Post by: bartman, Sep 19, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. bartman
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    bike won't run issues...please help

    I believe it's the stock exhaust, looks like somebody painted over the rust where it comes off the engine, and the long tip is hollow, I imagine...
    Post by: bartman, Sep 18, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. bartman
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    bike won't run issues...please help

    running well, a couple last questions.... took it out for about 20miles today, ran real good. so happy to see it running again! and such a simple...
    Post by: bartman, Sep 18, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. bartman
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    bike won't run issues...please help

    thanks for that tip, I went and checked the cable, it was BARELY lifting the valves, so I lifted it by hand and tried starting the bike...it...
    Post by: bartman, Sep 17, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. bartman
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    bike won't run issues...please help

    hey all, well I had time to dig into my bike a little tonight here's the deal. Checked the inline fuel filter, and fuel poured out no problem...
    Thread by: bartman, Sep 17, 2007, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. bartman
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    bike was running fine, now can't start....

    it's been a while, haven't had time to look at the bike. I'm not real familiar with bike engines, can you tell me where to find this port? a...
    Post by: bartman, Aug 14, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. bartman
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    bike was running fine, now can't start....

    well the bike started out this spring a little hard to start, so I ran some seafoam through it, and it helped a lot....started well, and ran it...
    Thread by: bartman, Jun 7, 2007, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. bartman
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    Thinking of selling the bike, thoughts on what it's worth?

    Re: Thinking of selling the bike, thoughts on what it's wort thanks for the feedback all, If I decide to sell, I'm really just looking to get...
    Post by: bartman, May 1, 2007 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  10. bartman
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    Thinking of selling the bike, thoughts on what it's worth?

    Hey folks, I'm considering selling my 83 750 maxim, and was curious what ya'll thought it might be worth. here are the specs: 1983 750 Maxim...
    Thread by: bartman, Apr 30, 2007, 10 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  11. bartman
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    tips for storing for the season?

    anyone got any advice for what to do with these bikes for storing them for the season? thanks.
    Thread by: bartman, Oct 5, 2006, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. bartman
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    which windshield?

    thanks folks, I like the size of the spitfire, but wasn't sure, since I have put on some different handlebars off a cb550 - they're a little...
    Post by: bartman, Aug 15, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. bartman
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    which windshield?

    Hey folks, Not sure how many of you use a windshield, but I was curious as to what ya'll thought of these two: 20in. tall, 21in. wide:...
    Thread by: bartman, Aug 14, 2006, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. bartman
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    A new seat

    hey Ralf, did you ever get your seat completed? would be great to see it
    Post by: bartman, Aug 14, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
  15. bartman
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    stiff, sticky cable?

    what can I use on my throttle cable that's a little sticky/stiff? short of getting a new one :)
    Thread by: bartman, Aug 10, 2006, 23 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. bartman
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    first group ride......

    no disrespect at all JPXJ.....basically they were just getting up to speed sooner than I was, and then I had a hard time to gain on them once I...
    Post by: bartman, Aug 9, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. bartman
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    first group ride......

    heh, beanflicker, I've noticed that too, nobody will wave if I'm on my maxim...I think I had one HD'er wave to me out of all the folks I met on...
    Post by: bartman, Aug 9, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. bartman
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    first group ride......

    well, went on a group ride tonight with a friend of mine. said normally they take a bunch of back roads and take it easy, etc....gathered at a...
    Thread by: bartman, Aug 8, 2006, 17 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  19. bartman
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    shifter lever problems.....

    Thanks HG, just read your post, will be trying it in the AM when I have some good light in the garage.
    Post by: bartman, Aug 7, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. bartman
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    shifter lever problems.....

    heh, that would make sense of how it's acting, if I put it on upside down....I swear I looked at it and made sure I put it back on the same...
    Post by: bartman, Aug 7, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. bartman
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    shifter lever problems.....

    Hey folks, as per a previous post of mine, I discovered that the foot pegs were adjustable on my 83 xj750. I moved them forward and adjusted...
    Thread by: bartman, Aug 7, 2006, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. bartman
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    how do you like the riding position on your XJ?

    Thanks Rick, you are right, on my xj750, the foot pegs are adjustable, and I put em as far forward as they would go. moved em about an inch or...
    Post by: bartman, Aug 5, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. bartman
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    how do you like the riding position on your XJ?

    hey all, been riding my xj750 for a little bit now, getting more comfortable around town & side roads, and took it on the highway (65-70mph)...
    Thread by: bartman, Aug 4, 2006, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. bartman
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    custom xj1100

    caught this bike over on chopper underground, and thought ya'll might like to see it.... [img] [img]
    Thread by: bartman, Aug 4, 2006, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  25. bartman
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    suggestions for riding clothes: jacket, gloves, shoes, pants

    Re: suggestions for riding clothes: jacket, gloves, shoes, p finally ordered a few things, Boots: Milwaukee Accelerator boots Jacket:...
    Post by: bartman, Jul 27, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. bartman
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    'nother "left in prime,gas in oil" type question

    uhm, what position are you supposed to leave the bike in? uhm, feel rather silly here :oops: , but what position are you supposed to leave the...
    Post by: bartman, Jul 24, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. bartman
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    Just sayin hi.

    howdy, I'm in the same boat as you, as my 83 xj750 maxim is my 1st street bike. I plan on doing some rework to my seat as well, and would...
    Post by: bartman, Jul 20, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. bartman
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    suggestions for riding clothes: jacket, gloves, shoes, pants

    Re: suggestions for riding clothes: jacket, gloves, shoes, p sorry Oblivion for the delay in replying, I've have yet to purchase anything, as I...
    Post by: bartman, Jul 20, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  29. bartman
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    somplace to get new keys cut?

    hey folks, just curious if there is someplace to get a new key made....back when I had the bike apart, I must have left one in the gas cap, and it...
    Thread by: bartman, Jul 18, 2006, 19 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. bartman
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    first ride on the bike...couple questions...

    thanks nachoman not sure what kind of pipes they are but here's what's on the bike: [img]. it sounds much like a crotch rocket when I get on...
    Post by: bartman, Jul 14, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. bartman
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    first ride on the bike...couple questions...

    just got back after taking my bike out for it's first ride, about 38 miles. fastest I went was only 50mph just to get accustomed to the bike a...
    Thread by: bartman, Jul 13, 2006, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. bartman
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    New 750 Maxim owner, couple thoughts, questions

    thanks for the feedback...I'm currently also trying to modify the stock front signal mounts to hold my aftermarket ones - I'm close, but there...
    Post by: bartman, Jul 11, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. bartman
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    New 750 Maxim owner, couple thoughts, questions

    just thought I'd add a final photo of the bike, just got the tank put on. let me know what you think: [img] [img]
    Post by: bartman, Jul 11, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. bartman
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    clutch problem

    I had to replace the clucth lever/mirror mount bracket on my 83 xj750 maxim since the stud was stripped, and after getting the cable installed...
    Thread by: bartman, Jun 29, 2006, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. bartman
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    suggestions for riding clothes: jacket, gloves, shoes, pants

    Re: suggestions for riding clothes: jacket, gloves, shoes, p 1st jacket, normally $130, sale: $116 2nd jacket, normally $110, sale: $70 I...
    Post by: bartman, Jun 21, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  36. bartman
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    suggestions for riding clothes: jacket, gloves, shoes, pants

    Re: suggestions for riding clothes: jacket, gloves, shoes, p anybody? basically I'm looking through Motrocycleclosouts.com to find me some gear...
    Post by: bartman, Jun 21, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  37. bartman
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    aahhh crud.....stripped bolts are a bugger!

    got it yeah i ended up drilling into it and then i just pounded the heck out of a flathead screwdriver until it bedded into the metal, and was...
    Post by: bartman, Jun 20, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. bartman
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    aahhh crud.....stripped bolts are a bugger!

    the head is unfortunately too far gone to even do that with the cutting wheel. looks like somebody just rounded the hell out of it...plus it's...
    Post by: bartman, Jun 20, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. bartman
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    aahhh crud.....stripped bolts are a bugger!

    :x Both the controls on the left side are boogered up. The clutch lever bolt on the underside is stripped, and the two bolts that hold the...
    Thread by: bartman, Jun 20, 2006, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  40. bartman
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    suggestions for riding clothes: jacket, gloves, shoes, pants

    what do you think of these jackets? just wanted to post these jackets and get your thoughts: [img] Heavy duty Polymide mesh outer Zip-out...
    Post by: bartman, Jun 15, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  41. bartman
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    swapping handlebars

    just got the new handlebars put on, and man, this is great! they're off a cb550, and it looks like I can still use my mirrors. now if I only had...
    Post by: bartman, Jun 15, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. bartman
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    swapping handlebars

    a little late in replying but thanks for the info. I should be getting my handlebars in the next day or two, and have my tank back from paint on...
    Post by: bartman, Jun 12, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. bartman
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    swapping handlebars

    It's an 83 750 maxim, and if I remember correctly, the new bars are off a cb550 My bike: [img] handlebars: (it's a big pic) photo of the...
    Post by: bartman, Jun 8, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. bartman
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    swapping handlebars

    My manager at work scored me some free handlebars that I'll be using to swap out the stock curved ones (not comfortable with em). I was just...
    Thread by: bartman, Jun 8, 2006, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. bartman
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    suggestions for riding clothes: jacket, gloves, shoes, pants

    Re: suggestions for riding clothes: jacket, gloves, shoes, p thanks for the great info woot, It's not that I'm against leather, and...
    Post by: bartman, Jun 5, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. bartman
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    suggestions for riding clothes: jacket, gloves, shoes, pants

    Hey all, I'm waiting on my tank to come back from paint, and was just curious for some suggestions on decent riding gear. Your feedback is...
    Thread by: bartman, Jun 5, 2006, 16 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  47. bartman
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    any one have any rust remedies for inside a fuel tank?

    I just finished using the POR15 tank sealer kit, and it did a pretty good job. The only concern I have is whether or not I rotated the tank...
    Post by: bartman, Jun 1, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
  48. bartman
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    POR15 Tank Sealer Kit

    well it's done, it was fairly easy, but as mentioned, it's difficult to know for sure if you've coated all the areas as they should be. looks...
    Post by: bartman, May 30, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. bartman
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    POR15 Tank Sealer Kit

    well, just received my POR15 Tank Sealer Kit, and anxious to get started this weekend on it. Anybody use the kit before? Directions seem pretty...
    Thread by: bartman, May 25, 2006, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. bartman
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    seat rubbing tank...

    There's that thin clear material that is applied to the front end of cars to protect from chips and such, maybe that would work? I can't think of...
    Post by: bartman, May 22, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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