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  1. benchpress
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    New here and new to XJs(motorcycles in general)

    I purchased my 82 xj 650 and the first things I did were new plugs, air filter, oil change, and definetly new battery. I find that the bike needs...
    Post by: benchpress, Feb 5, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Is there a trick to getting the carbs back on the bike?

    Maybe loosen the engine mounts on the frame to give yourself some play. Not sure itf its possible but might be worth a try.
    Post by: benchpress, Feb 5, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Brake light

    I just put in a brand new battery so that sounds pretty logical. I wonder if indeed the seat bracket shorted something out after removing it and...
    Post by: benchpress, Feb 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Brake light

    Hi folks. I hope there are no stupid questions but I'm stumped. I turned on my xj650 and let it run for a bit and have noticed my brake light...
    Thread by: benchpress, Feb 4, 2011, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Can't figure this out.

    Air cleaner was pulled and a new was put in. Battery is brand new. She starts with a little woft of starter fluid misted by the intake but...
    Post by: benchpress, Oct 12, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. benchpress
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    Can't figure this out.

    Hi folks. I have an 81 xj650 that ran very well all summer. Lately I just can't get it to start. I pulled the plugs and they are very...
    Thread by: benchpress, Oct 11, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Ignition switch?????

    Sweet! Thanks so much Guys! I'm definetly going to grab some.
    Post by: benchpress, Oct 1, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. benchpress
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    Ignition switch?????

    Just curious what Seafoam is? Sorry nver heard of it. Do you run it through the tank with the fuel. I got some Carbmedic in there right now and...
    Post by: benchpress, Sep 29, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Ignition switch?????

    I got it running but took the headlight off to get at the connection and its very corroded. I need to clean inside the apparatus. My spark...
    Post by: benchpress, Sep 23, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Ignition switch?????

    Hi folks. Quick question: I can't seem to start my 81 xj650. When I turn the key on the neutral light comes on but not the head light and the...
    Thread by: benchpress, Sep 23, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Burning too much fuel

    Interesting about the difference in an 81 and and 82 xj650. Wonder why that is?
    Post by: benchpress, Sep 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Burning too much fuel

    Thanks and good call. That makes alot of sense. I figure I might just have to run it the way it is until winter and then do the entire thing.
    Post by: benchpress, Sep 17, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Burning too much fuel

    Oh also. She doesn't travel more than 65-70 mph (which I think is around 105km/h) on the highway. I took it for a couple rides and it revs...
    Post by: benchpress, Sep 17, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Burning too much fuel

    Thanks so much fellas. I have pulled the plugs and they look good. The air filter is brand new. I changed oil too. I will check the...
    Post by: benchpress, Sep 17, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Burning too much fuel

    Hi folks. Just new on here and hoping to get some advice. I just bought my wife an xj 650 1981 maxim. Its in immaculate shape and she loves...
    Thread by: benchpress, Sep 16, 2010, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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