Thanks for the support everyone, it was indeed the oil level sensor and it pulled it straight out so no chance of reattaching it. I already...
Crap, I think you're right. I'll double-check tonight, but that's the only place I haven't looked. ...anyone have one they can sell me?
I should clarify that I'm in the process of putting the whole thing back together. I had all the electrical components mounted, but not the...
The leads on the side-stand switch were intact. Maybe I'll take another pic of the side of my bike. Seriously one of the stupider things I've...
Sooooooo I was pushing my 550 Maxim into the shop and thought "No, those wires hanging down will be fine." and ended up getting one caught under...
Do you still have both of the side covers for the engine?
How about the Yamaha stamped covers on the engine (if they're not all road rashed like mine). Sent to 85032. Thanks.
The paint came out nice on those raised letters. I've always used an old rubber eraser with a thin layer of paint, kind of like using a rubber...
I haven't tried it for the faded stickers on my bike yet, but I've replaced labels on other things using only a black and white laser printer this...
What kind of condition are the right controls in?
Never met Chacal personally, but I think he's probably not big enough to be discribed as being a place. ;-)
The bus. It's actually quite relaxing and it's cheaper than spending the $150 to fill up my F150 every week.
That's the side everyone tips their bike onto???
As soon as I scrape together the funds to actually start the rebuild I'll film everything I can. I'll edit out the swearing and tool throwing though.
I'd be willing to make some videos as I rebuild my XJ550, as long as no one minds that I use suggestions like "I find that Wrigley's gum holds a...
Hey all, just got an XJ550 Maxim last week, already have it torn down and starting on my custom project. Live in North Phoenix, just off the 51.
