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  1. Redshirt
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    "thumping" in 4th gear?

    Ohhhh. The front was a little low and the rear was moderately low. I guess I caught it before it wore too much.
    Post by: Redshirt, Feb 25, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    "thumping" in 4th gear?

    and the answer is: Cupping! Gave it proper psi and ran smooth like buttah. Thanks for all the help, gang. Now I know what cupping...
    Post by: Redshirt, Feb 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    "thumping" in 4th gear?

    Ok. Riding on it more and paying closer attention has this becoming apparent at nearly exactly 4,500 rpms. Its not associated with any gear...
    Post by: Redshirt, Feb 23, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    "thumping" in 4th gear?

    Roughly 2x a second is about right. The frequency reminds me of driving with a nail in a car tire. Im going to ride it home in about an hour....
    Post by: Redshirt, Feb 23, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    "thumping" in 4th gear?

    I have a constant, rhythmic, mild thump throughout 4th gear that I can feel through the foot pegs. This has been going on for the last few rides....
    Thread by: Redshirt, Feb 23, 2011, 19 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    FS Vetter Fairing

    If it fits on an 82xj750, Id make you an offer. Im on the other coast of florida to boot! i could drive to you.
    Post by: Redshirt, Feb 15, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Carb removal made easy....well almost

    pirok, I did that very thing last night on my xs1100. (sirt time pulling carbs for me btw). Good guide.
    Post by: Redshirt, Feb 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XS1100, Xj650 Parts

    what year is the xs1100 and which model (standard, special)? I just purchased a 1979 xs1100 special and I will likely need parts. The previous...
    Post by: Redshirt, Jan 30, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  9. Redshirt
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    Bike over heating in traffic

    Water-cooled? Whats that? :)
    Post by: Redshirt, Jan 27, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Redshirt
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    After listing your past bikes, tell how you got your 1st one

    Oh I could wax poetic about those long long long months ago I got my first bike. Seems like only 5 months... maybe 6 months, when I was just 38....
    Post by: Redshirt, Jan 25, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Won't idle well until really warmed up...

    yeah, mikeames, that is the norm. About 5 minutes running choked at about 2k does it for me.
    Post by: Redshirt, Jan 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Do I trade my xj750 for an 1100?

    Welp. Turned out to be a 1984 Honda Magna. Last time I listen to "that" guy. Thanks for the tips everyone. Much appreciated.
    Post by: Redshirt, Jan 22, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Do I trade my xj750 for an 1100?

    Word through the grapevine, the dealer (selling for one of his mechanics...whom lost his license) wants $2k, but since I am friend of a friend of...
    Post by: Redshirt, Jan 21, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Do I trade my xj750 for an 1100?

    I have just been informed that my local shop has an 1100 for sale. I havent seen it yet, but I will go tomorrow to take a look. Im told it looks...
    Thread by: Redshirt, Jan 20, 2011, 17 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ750 Trade?

    My wife recently suggested I trade in my XJ750 for a different bike. This being my first and only bike ever, I dont know if I should entertain...
    Post by: Redshirt, Jan 11, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Empty Ammo Shells wanted.

    Im not willing to part with mine (sorry) but you can purchase them from here: http://www.cheaperthandirt.net/SearchRe ... cal+rounds The...
    Post by: Redshirt, Dec 29, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    First bike, 1982 XJ750 Maxim

    Welcome, carbonaxe! I am also a new rider/xj750 owner (and will keep the atari :) ) These folks are an incredible knowledge base, not to...
    Post by: Redshirt, Dec 8, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    New to your ride and a blinker is not working?Check this out

    Re: New to your ride and a blinker is not working?Check this My xj750 had a problem with the right turn sig not blinking. Cleaned sockets and...
    Post by: Redshirt, Dec 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    what is a "normal" idle rpm? (xj750 '82)

    I have not done much maintenance yet as Im new to this and not sure where to start/what is going to keep me off the road. With the weather turning...
    Post by: Redshirt, Dec 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    what is a "normal" idle rpm? (xj750 '82)

    Here is what Im seeing: Cold Idle: 1.4k Warm Idle (10-20 minutes in city): 2k Hot (??) Idle (20 minutes highway speeds): 3k Is this the...
    Thread by: Redshirt, Dec 2, 2010, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How do you like your XJ

    I got a stock 1982 XJ750 Maxim this year. It's my first bike ever (I'm nearly 40) so I don't have a frame of reference as broad as many of the...
    Post by: Redshirt, Nov 30, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Speedo showing slower speed?

    Stock 1982 XJ750j Maxim. I've rode with groups a few times now and I've always asked "why are you guys going so slow?". They always tell me we...
    Thread by: Redshirt, Nov 22, 2010, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Throttle tuning? '82 xj750

    Thanks for the info. Looks like Im going to become a bike mechanic in my "spare" time. It idles (after cold start and some warm up) at around...
    Post by: Redshirt, Oct 23, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Throttle tuning? '82 xj750

    Ive had the bike for a month. No maintenance has been performed since Ive had it. Apparently a little old lady drove it to church on sundays ......
    Post by: Redshirt, Oct 23, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Throttle tuning? '82 xj750

    New member. First post. First bike. I noticed on my stock Maxim xj750 the throttle isn't really "crisp" or rather "responsive" from idle....
    Thread by: Redshirt, Oct 22, 2010, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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