I have purchased parts from Len for ~ 10 years now. I have a 1982 XJ550 with 11,000 miles on it; trying to keep it perfect, and Len helps with...
For all combustion engines that are laid up for winter, I always treat the gas to Stabil (the kind for evil ethanol) and make sure it is ran...
Thanks everyone! I'm very happy to have it back in my stable.
[ATTACH] I bought this bike in 2010 with just over 6,000 miles. I did all the needed maintenance: rear brake pad, valve adjust, new hydraulic...
Looks like JB24 is on it for you. My apology for the tardiness in getting back to you. I was away from home with work.
I can do it Saturday if nobody else beats me to it.
I just ordered one for my '75 Suzuki GT380 after I checked the link to the ad. Very good price!
I have some. Send email to sailingmadman(at)gmail.com
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***SOLD*** http://columbus.craigslist.org/mcy/3232949296.html I have posted my bike for sale on CL.
Welome guys.
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I have a Morini K2 (different model) same 3 1/2 engine. Morinis had a great run from the early 1900s on the race circuit. Trouble in the '80...
Thanks Fitz.
I have a source of XJ550 engine case guards. The owner states that they are for 1981. Does anyone know if the bolt pattern will work for my...
dmccoach. No on all acounted questions, but thank youfor the compliment. Woodworking is another passion of mine besides being a biker.
I just liked the look. It's a classic style of finishing a boat. I've seen them varnished outsise and painted inside, fully varnished and fully...
Nope, but, it can take some abuse with its' walnut keel topped with bronze cap.
1982 XJ550 Seca with 7,800 miles. Stock except unknown 4:1 collector with Kerker can. I took Fitz's advice on the Eurobend bars and I love...
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Good times! I hope your brakes are in good nick.
Maybe, but you have to ask nicely.
Also, pull plugs, spray foaming oil, turn over by hand, then loosely install plugs. Fill oil tank full to keep crank lubed. Spray entire vehicle...
Roger Fitz, will do.
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1982 XJ550. I bought this bike two years ago with just 6K on the clock; it was sitting in a guy's house like a piece of furniture. Original...
Yes, I saw that on my online subscription and confirmed today with my paper subscription. Very cool! That's two of my bikes featured as "Best...
I'm compelled to get the book now.
I have been ordering parts from Len ever since I purchased my 550 Seca in 2010. I just did my first modification, to Eurobend bars, requiring...
Wow! Thanks for clarifying this one. I thought that I might need to park my bike and index plugs. Fitz and Rick saved me some time to ride.
Excellent, and proof that you are a biker!
You'll probably have to rejet. Check Len's writeup in the parts catalog. He does a great job explaining where to start with certain mods.
I agree with everyone that you should do it yourself if you can. I have sent one rack out to be properly cleaned/specked; my XJ carbs and they...
And a good chance means overnight or longer.
I have the 2.5 qt HF one now for my Honda and Suzuki carbs. Use Pine Sol and water....works great. May take 2/3 cycles depending on carb...
Lay the bike on its side and remove engine.
Truth. I once just about got a perfect idle on my '75 Honda CB450 with the choke on. Carbs were spotless. About half of the questions on this...
Check Ebay. I got that tip recently. Great deals to be had.
This is a timely thread. I was just at the CVG carshow in New Albany, OH. I noticed that the awards classes were not equitable. Examples: Cars...
Beautiful!
MercuryMan, from your writeup I can tell that you are mechanically savvy. Good. Heed Fitz's advice, check valves, clean/sync carbs etc...and I...
Get it! I have an RD250, RD350, GT380. I love them all. And 350cc two smoker has more power than you can imagine. Check into usa2strokers.com...
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Thanks Fitz. More on my project list
Very good, thanks Fitz. I covet your front disc.
Damn Rick, how old ARE you? This is a trick I have never heard of.
Yeah Fitz...give up the part#
Yessss, go stock. The Ebay one is priced well; jump!