Nice looking bike. You also need to source the correct front wheel.
The exhaust and side covers are not stock. As XJ550H said, on these bikes, you need to maintain an engine speed over 2k rpm in order to keep the...
It was post #4 in the original thread. I took it as he was questioning if it was the same bike.
Gotta be honest here. The real reason I even commented on his bike was the fact that he claimed it was all original when it wasn't. Another member...
Xythin, you are the type of newbie that I like. We were all newbies at one time. In time, you will learn and be able to help others as well. That...
I love it when we get new members that come here to learn, share their experiences and add to the community. You don't have to know one thing...
Has anyone noticed that people are only becoming members so that they can sell their bike? They try to sell the bikes for top dollar and more....
You came to our forum only to sell your bike. You have contributed nothing. You wouldn't get upset unless you are trying to hide something from...
I've owned my first 550 Seca for 30 years now.
I wasn't trying to bash your bike. I said several times how beautiful it is. I was actually just pointing out some items that a buyer would point...
Not completely original but a beautiful bike. The sidecar mounting tabs really hurt the original look. It has an incorrect sidestand and appears...
What kind of mileage are you getting? More info on your bike is needed. How many miles on the bike. Have you checked the valves to make sure the...
Beautiful bike. It might help if you post the price, mileage and what you have done to it.
Just remember that the XJ550 Seca has 35mm forks and the XJ550 Maxim has 36mm forks. You can swap the Maxim front end onto the Seca if you use the...
Check to make sure that the alternator brushes are in spec.
I have seen them used on the 550 before.
The Horse Backstreet Choppers is my go to choice of reading material.
Why not just get a piece of sheet metal and make a block off plate?
Your throttle shaft seals look like they have been leaking. Check the for sale section on here for an airbox. Post a wanted ad and maybe someone...
First thing you need to do is to make sure that the valve clearances are in spec. You will never get the carbs adjusted correctly until this has...
The stock FZ600 exhaust is a 4 into 1 setup. Supertrapp also made a 4 into 1 for the 550. I also ran that exhaust on one of my 550's.
If the title for the motor was signed off by the owner and you have it in your possession, you shouldn't have a problem.
The FZ600 exhaust will fit your bike. A rear exhaust hanger will need to be fabbed up. The FZ600 exhaust is a few inches longer. I run one on my...
I will look into that Xjrider. Thanks
Thanks guys. I will check into your recommendations.
Hi guys! I need help. How do you dispose of old gas? I just drug home 20 old Honda scooters. Some of them still have gas in their tanks. It is so...
http://xjbikes.com/forums/index.php?threads/clutches-101-part-1-the-400-550-600s-with-pics.29541/ That link has all you need to know about the...
That article, Clutches 101, was written by Bigfitz. He knows more about the 550 than anyone on here. Use that articles info and you will have no...
Make sure that your valve clearances are in spec before you try to adjust the carbs. If they aren't, you are just wasting time. K-MOE, Fitz is...
Post pics of your bike right here in this thread. Use only oil rated for motorcycles. Oil for cars has additives that mess up the clutch. Do a...
Any year, 81-83, cylinder head from a 550 Seca will fit. There was no 1980 model. Check Ebay. I see them on there a lot. The camshafts are...
Why are you looking to go to a 1" bar? By doing that you will need to change all of your controls as well. On Ebay you can find risers that attach...
I like it. Good job.
The clutch arm return spring appears to be missing. Check the safety circuit. That could be why you are getting nothing from the start button if...
Those look more like Z bars than mini apes. 12" mini ape hangers would probably give you better control than those Z bars.
The right brake caliper on the 550 Seca and 750 Seca are the same. The 550 does not have a left caliper like the 750. The 550 brake disc is also...
I kinda like it. The end of the side stand was cut off because the frame has been lowered. He should have removed a section of it and re-welded...
Keep your eyes open and you can pick up a whole bike for less than $325. I got a titled frame and motor for free off craigslist once. Picked up...
I have run a 130 on my bike in the past. The chain guard will need to be removed. It left about 1/4 inch clearance on each side.
Look at the head for an FZ600 too.
I have never seen a mudflap attached to a 550 Seca fender. That little hole should have had a bullet shaped rubber bumper in it to keep the bottom...
It looks like the two tabs that hold the nut in place have allowed the nut to loosen. They are supposed to be flush against the side of the nut on...
With the carbs and starter removed, you can get the airbox out and back in. I have never had to shift the motor itself. It will come out the right...
You are missing the retention bracket that goes next to the oil fill cap to hold and adjust the clutch cable. Nevermind. This new format isn't...
Rob, the 550 is chaindriven. The 650 and 750's were shaft driven. Nice looking bike, Bryan.
FZ600 exhaust fits. You will just need to make a new rear hanger to connect to the stock rear mounting point.
I think you are right about the 650 tank.
The sender goes on the inside left in the tunnel area. Your tank isn't a 550 Seca tank. It looks similar though.
The fuel level unit fits into an opening on the inside of the tunnel.
On the 550, if you put the rack back together properly, you can remove the heat shield and not lose your carb body alignment. The long bar on the...