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  1. xj750_Pete
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    SS brake line question

    dennis kirk has some lines but they are pricey The kit that i bought for my 750 were goodridge lines and the whole setup with banjo and banjo...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, May 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. xj750_Pete
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    What "new" bike would you buy?

    Comfortable, fast, nimble, torquey, high reving, narrow, light, fuel injected, and easy to maintain ( comes with centerstand)..... Yamaha FZ1 or...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, May 27, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  3. xj750_Pete
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    Time For New Middleweight - What Manufactaurer Will Make It?

    Suzuki has their GSX650F (bandit 650), Bandit 1250s Yamaha has the FZ6, FZ1 kawasaki has Verseys looks like honda is the only one missing a...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, May 27, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. xj750_Pete
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    what type of jacket do you wear?

    I agree 100% Plus the gear makes me look cool. The cool factor alone should be enough to get anybody to wear their gear :D
    Post by: xj750_Pete, May 11, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. xj750_Pete
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    Exhaust

    Jardine makes a nice chrome full 4-into-1 system.
    Post by: xj750_Pete, May 11, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. xj750_Pete
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    what type of jacket do you wear?

    Tourmaster Intake Very affordable textile jackt. Perfect for hot weather riding. Very flexible with weather change with its 3 layers. Lots of...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, May 11, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  7. xj750_Pete
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    For Sale: 1982 XJ750J Maxim

    Very tempting Robert, but i shall pass. rhys, thank you for the confirmation. I am still curious as to why I have an XS1100 master cylinder...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, May 4, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  8. xj750_Pete
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    For Sale: 1982 XJ750J Maxim

    Thanks guys The maxim is truly a great motorcycle. Trade? Well the only thing that comes to mind that i would trade for is a nice FZR400. But...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, May 4, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  9. xj750_Pete
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    For Sale: 1982 XJ750J Maxim

    iron_bible if i lived closed to you i would. Unfortunately I am quite far from Kansas and only willing to make local sales. Thank you for the...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, May 4, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  10. xj750_Pete
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    For Sale: 1982 XJ750J Maxim

    Here are the pictures of my maxim for sale. [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img] [img]
    Post by: xj750_Pete, May 2, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  11. xj750_Pete
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    For Sale: 1982 XJ750J Maxim

    Hello everyone. I've been riding my Maxim for about 3 years now and have decided it's time to move on to another (possibly bigger) motorcycle. I...
    Thread by: xj750_Pete, May 2, 2008, 11 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Painting/orange peel question

    are you sure the spray gun is set up correctly? i know that too high of an airflow setting or too low of a paint flow setting can cause orange...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Apr 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. xj750_Pete
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    4 into 1 Exhaust

    I have a 4-into-1 on my 750. A big difference i have noticed is that yes ground clearance is MUCH lower. Speed bumps are my bike's worse enemy...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Apr 28, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. xj750_Pete
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    How long do you leave your choke on?

    For a 52 degree morning: Full "choke" for about 1 minute and then about a half choke for another minute while I put on helmet and gloves and then...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Apr 4, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. xj750_Pete
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    Careers in bikes

    if you enjoy restoring old bikes, you can try getting old bikes and restoring them and sell them. Or offer people your services to restore their...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Apr 2, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. xj750_Pete
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    I'm 26, how old are you?

    21 years old, going to community college to become an aircraft technician.
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Mar 26, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. xj750_Pete
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    For Sale XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODELS

    Chacal, Thank you for your quick service. I got my parts in no time. Also, thank you for pointing out the fuel line diameters. I would have...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Mar 21, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  18. xj750_Pete
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    10 miles, fuel fouled plugs, over and over....82 xj seca

    How does the bike run for those 10 miles or less? Easy start? Stumble upon acceleration? Smoke coming out of the exhaust? How many miles are on...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Mar 17, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Weird Master Cylinder on XJ750?

    A few days ago, I took off my master cylinder to clean it and i realized that my master cylinder on my 750 does not match up with the one pictured...
    Thread by: xj750_Pete, Mar 17, 2008, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. xj750_Pete
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    Won't start in cold weather, enrichment or ICU?

    I agree with Pacocase. I used to have this similar problem, but after I cleaned the starter circuit in the carbs and float bowl, it starts up...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Mar 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. xj750_Pete
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    lower RPM flat spot

    on my 750, there wasn't a strong pull from lower RPMs, but after i installed the dyno jet kit and adjusted the needle height, it pulled a lot...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Mar 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Next step.

    for the master cylinder, they sell some nice ones at dennis kirk. I plan on replacing my master cylinder on my bike as well. THe design is...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Mar 2, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. xj750_Pete
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    New Piston Rings

    chamfered edges? In my class, we learned that compression rings have a slight chamfer on the edge that faces the piston (not the cylinder walls)....
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Feb 6, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Flat Paint Question

    No wonder. I was sanding with 400! Thank you for the advice PainterD.
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Jan 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
  25. xj750_Pete
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    4 into 1 on an XJ650RJ

    I have the MAC 4-1 installed on my 750. The quality is ok, not great, but for the price it is a good buy. I also have the K&N stock replacement...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Jan 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Remove tape residue after painting?

    Goo-Gone is a good adhesive remover that is safe on paint and is biodegradable. I used it on by brother's car to remove "Racing" stickers that...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Jan 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Flat Paint Question

    I tried to paint flat once and tried wet sanding it. The sanding left a few marks on the paint, so polished it a lil bit and it came out pretty...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Jan 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
  28. xj750_Pete
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    Time to ride again! But now with Mods!!

    It has been awhile, but since i am not taking any classes this winter, i have time to ride again. During the fall semester i bought a MAC 4-1...
    Thread by: xj750_Pete, Jan 17, 2008, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. xj750_Pete
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    gauge cluster squeel

    The squeeling could also be coming from where the speedo cable connects to the instrument panel. I had that problem with mines and all i did was...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Jan 27, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. xj750_Pete
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    IT'S OVER!!!!!!!!!!

    Its been pretty cold here in southern california, but i'm still able to ride. When it gets too cold I ride with a scarf on and some thermals...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Dec 21, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. xj750_Pete
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    How do you guys Wave?

    To wave, i usually just flash a peace sign with my left hand. If am busy shifting or braking i just nod.
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Dec 21, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  32. xj750_Pete
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    If santa could bring you 1 bike, what would it be?

    I would like a Yamaha XJR1300 from Santa. If only if it was made in the US...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Dec 21, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. xj750_Pete
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    Cam chain rattle... Time for a new cam chain?

    Finally changed the bearings... turns out the rattling noise is not caused by the bearings (strike 2 for me) , eventhough they were comepletely...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Dec 19, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. xj750_Pete
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    @#$%! Carb boots

    I remember when i first yanked off the carbs off my maxim. It took me about 2 hours to remove and reinstall. I removed the rubber boots first...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Dec 19, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. xj750_Pete
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    New V Max, Is it really coming?

    Wow, yamaha is finally making a new V Max. I like how they kept the air scoops in the new design. I've never ridden a V Max before, but read in...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Dec 2, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  36. xj750_Pete
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    Cam chain rattle... Time for a new cam chain?

    chacal, i think the 650 uses the same bearing as the 750 BlueMaxim, I have some disk brake grease that i use for my Honda Accord. Can this be...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Dec 1, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. xj750_Pete
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    Cam chain rattle... Time for a new cam chain?

    Update on the rattling noise! Haa-Zaaaah!! I found out where the noise is coming from (if anybody cares)!! This rattling noise i have been...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Nov 30, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. xj750_Pete
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    runs for a second...

    Did you use any choke when starting?? It takes a couple of tries for my bike to get started with the chocke partially on. SOmetimes i add a lil...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Nov 6, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cam chain rattle... Time for a new cam chain?

    BlueMaxim: I set the timing plate to the "C" mark and took out the bolt with the two springs that jump out behind it. Then i removed the two...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Nov 6, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. xj750_Pete
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    Cam chain rattle... Time for a new cam chain?

    Hello everyone, Recently i've noticed my Maxim getting noisier when i do hard stops and accelerating from them. The noise is coming from the...
    Thread by: xj750_Pete, Nov 4, 2006, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Why do XJ's rock so hard?

    My Maxim is my first bike and i care for it more than anything. This bike is absolutely fun to ride and dont think i will ever outgrow it. My...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Nov 3, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Raising the front wheel...

    I just realize how stupid my question was, haha. I'm used to changing brake pads on cars where the wheel must be removed. Of course on our...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Sep 2, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. xj750_Pete
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    Raising the front wheel...

    Hello everyone, I plan on changing the brake pads soon on my XJ750 and i was wondering if it was safe to raise the front wheel by putting a...
    Thread by: xj750_Pete, Sep 1, 2006, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. xj750_Pete
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    Carpel Tunnel?

    relaxing sure does help a lot. I remember during my msf course, i was sore as heck while riding on the range for about 2 hours. The instructor...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Aug 20, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  45. xj750_Pete
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    HEY HEY HEY!

    Whoooaa! How many miles are on that thing?? It looks like it came right out of the dealership.
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Aug 12, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. xj750_Pete
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    What riding gear do you have?

    Helmet: HJC CL-15 (A lot cheaper compared to other brands and it actually fits my egg-shaped head) The more expensive helmets in the HJC line are...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Aug 12, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Engine running hot!

    A high idle might also contribute to a hot engine while standing still. When i first started to ride my XJ, it used to be real hot when stopped...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Aug 9, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. xj750_Pete
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    Lucas Gear Oil

    Hello people! I went in to the local autoparts store today to buy some gear oil for the Maxim. When i went to the shelf that usually stores...
    Thread by: xj750_Pete, Aug 1, 2006, 3 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  49. xj750_Pete
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    RPMs with choke on?

    Thanks again Robert. Helpful as always.
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Jul 27, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. xj750_Pete
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    RPMs with choke on?

    Thanks for the input guys. I'm glad i found out about this forum since not many people around me knows anything about motorcycles. After i...
    Post by: xj750_Pete, Jul 26, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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