Sure, why not
I think you could use a little touch up on the MC cover, my personal opinion. [img] But this: [img] Definitely gets you closer to...
The difficulty of the carbs mainly depends on what you're starting with. I started with carbs that were somewhat clean and [i]mostly[/] there.
Decided to sell the 650R. Would like it gone before the weekend. For those of you not familiar with it you can check out my build thread in my...
I believe what jc was referring to was the fact that finding and installing the front brake isn't hard to do.
Cleaned the carbs how? Pretty much a good idea to set float levels and bench sync any time you take them off the bike. I'd start with the...
You have to match engine RPMs to tranny speed. Usually done on an upshift as you roll off the throttle, quickly grabbing a gear, then back on...
It's a very tight fit. The smaller the better. I got a couple of the 90* filters from Len the last time I ordered. [img]
US carbs are commonly jetted differently because of our more stringent EPA regs.
Yup, then save the rest of the spending money until you have enough to buy all the parts for the brake system at once. A tip: If you plan on...
I do put peanuts in my Coke, but I will never put fruit in my beer.
Fitz probably already has the book. He probably has a lot of them. I envision an entire wall of the garage dedicated to nothing but motorcycle...
Thanks, all, for the kind words. I'll have to get with Schmuck and have him edit a note about the bolt needing to be insulated. You're not the...
I'm in.
I've owned way more Hondas than anything else, granted mostly MX bikes, but I do still miss my '76 CB750four Super Sport. If I had the chance...
How did the in-tank filter screen look when you had it out? There could be rust or sediment blocking the reserve side of your filter.
I believe the 550 takes 2300cm3, it will be cast next to the oil fill hole. Check the rear brakes for delamination, compression check, tire...
I'm not too keen on the 800 inch front tire either, but there is some excellent craftsmanship in that bike. I would suspect very stable at speed,...
Your best starting place is here: http://www.xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=44642.html It will take some reading, but all of the starting...
Replacing with a new switch is fairly easy. A couple bolts and a plug and you're ready to go again. However, if you would like to keep your...
It should take slightly less than three quarts. The capacity is 2500cm3, or 2.5 liters. One quart is approx .9 liters, so 3x.9=2.7 liters....
Check the first 3 digits of the vin From chacal's catalog: 750's: 1982 XJ750 Maxim USA: 15R 1982 XJ750 Maxim Canada: 15T 1983 XJ750...
Or any other vintage bike really.
Jump the terminals on the solenoid with a screwdriver. WATCH FOR SPARKS. If it cranks, you need a new solenoid. No cranking means starter...
For $700, why would you not buy it????
Watch the temp range on the can of paint you buy, hi-heat can go anywhere from 300*-2500*. Also some manufacturers have a different process to...
At the RPMs you run, a 40mpg average indicates a rich condition also. I would say it's not too far on the rich side though, otherwise you would...
Same stuff I've used for the last three years. Works just fine.
Nope. Engine off, bike in neutral. If you can't turn the shaft at all then you may need to put it on the sidestand and remove the cover, but...
The bike is just like a human body. Facing front (sitting on bike) left is left and right is right. In short, yes, they're on the wrong sides....
You may need to replace the core, but rears aren't as complex as front forks, so they should work just fine. If they were front forks they...
FYI, just wanted to let you know I still want the gaskets. I may want those horns also, if you could hold them for a couple more days.
Definitely do a compression check. Taking the head off is quite a bit of work, but not a difficult job. But post the numbers from the...
You can use some very mild cleaners, but most will leave a film on the armature that needs to be cleaned off also. Why clean something twice?...
You're giving us grief by not doing the NUMBER ONE maintenance item in any XJ manual you'll find...valve clearances. So, the valves are all...
It is NOT recommended that you rotate the cam lobe on a bucket without a shim in place. However, with careful observation you should be able to...
Cheers Mate! Be careful with the Haynes, it has a few errors that are pretty important. Valve clearance numbers and air jet locations just...
PO: Previous Owner aka, pillock that you bought it from aka, horse's arse that you bought it from aka, the bloke that had the bike before you...
Glass paper (3000 grit and above) is actually getting very hard to find. Your best bet to find it is a "mom-n-pop" hobby shop. The one in my...
Mother's metal polish to clean the carbon off the commutator and to clean the area where the brushes set. Also completely clean and replace the...
Running on prime but not on or res indicates either no vacuum to the petcock, or a faulty petcock diaphragm. If the bike is still staving for...
Looks familiar. Nice work. [img]
What's the condition? Running? Work done? Mileage? etc., etc. If you decide to part it out I'd like to talk about the headlight.
Re: 1981 SUZUKI GX 650 Can't wait to see the job you do on this one Wiz
I ride like every car wants to run me over dead...even the parked ones. I don't think to myself "Is that @55hole going to pull out in front of...
Here's a link to a pic of the flasher: https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/imag ... 3L6PPRWjs3 The round 552 won't fit into the square...
For that price you could probably have it sprayed with Rhino Liner or something similar
The rebuild thread is in my sig if you need any help.
The stock relay needs two bulbs a side to work properly, so 46 watts per side total. The only way the 10w bulbs will work is replacing the...
Ah, gotcha. Don't worry, you had me confused too. :? For the left side engine (crank case) cover you will follow the directions for the...