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  1. Teewinot
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    Death of an XJ Maxim?

    Thanks everyone for you concern. Its the day after and I'm still feeling pretty good. Got a stiff shoulder and thats about it. As far as the...
    Post by: Teewinot, Apr 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Teewinot
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    Death of an XJ Maxim?

    Well, it finally happened. The one thing I hoped would never happen to me. After 4 years of riding, I layed down my bike. I was on a 55 mph...
    Thread by: Teewinot, Apr 23, 2009, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Isn't winter over yet ? !!!

    Spring is almost here at last. I can finally see the deer moving around outside again.
    Post by: Teewinot, Jan 29, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Isn't winter over yet ? !!!

    They predicted the temps would start to turn around and rebound into the single digits but I still woke up to -23 degrees F this morning. I...
    Post by: Teewinot, Jan 28, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Isn't winter over yet ? !!!

    Found out today the dog has a torn ACL that will require surgery. This winter just keeps getting tougher. Hopefully he'll be healed and recovered...
    Post by: Teewinot, Jan 26, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. Teewinot
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    Trip

    Maitenance wise, you might want to think about getting the valves adjusted. If this hasn't been done since you've owned it who knows how long its...
    Post by: Teewinot, Jan 25, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Isn't winter over yet ? !!!

    -24 degrees F last night. Our dog slipped on the ice in the driveway while chasing me on the four wheeler and hurt his left rear knee. Now I have...
    Post by: Teewinot, Jan 25, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. Teewinot
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    XJ tanks with stick on emblems?

    I have an '85 Maxim and it had the stick on style tank emblem. I removed them and the tank is smooth and clean.
    Post by: Teewinot, Jan 23, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Isn't winter over yet ? !!!

    I've spent the last to days riding my quad around out in the woods but it just isn't satisfying my desire to put two fists into the wind and...
    Post by: Teewinot, Jan 23, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Metzeler tire recall

    Is everyone aware of the Metzeler tire recall? If you purchased a new Metzeler rear tire in 2008 you need to check its DOT stamping number and...
    Thread by: Teewinot, Jan 21, 2009, 0 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. Teewinot
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    Isn't winter over yet ? !!!

    In the 40's sounds like good riding weather to me. A little cold weather riding never hurt anybody, its just the terrible road conditions that...
    Post by: Teewinot, Jan 19, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Isn't winter over yet ? !!!

    Its been a very long time since I've posted here but I've got the mid-winter blues. Seeing my bike in the garage and dreaming about warmer weather...
    Thread by: Teewinot, Jan 19, 2009, 131 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    TC Bros forward controls

    I see forward controls are now available for Maxims on ebay from TC Bros Choppers in Ohio. Has anybody tried these. They look nice and are...
    Thread by: Teewinot, Jan 14, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Teewinot
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    Clutch slipping when accelerating...

    I also have an '85 XJ700N. My bike had the same clutch slippage concern as you have under hard acceleration. I had been using a regular automotive...
    Post by: Teewinot, Sep 4, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Handlebar Rebending?!? Is it safe?

    When I got my XJ700 last year the previous owner had laid it down on its right side resulting in the RH half of the handlebar to be bent down and...
    Post by: Teewinot, Aug 27, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    K&N up-grade question

    I'm installing a K&N filter (YA_7080) on my stock XJ700. Just wondering if the increase in air flow is going to cause the bike to run lean? Will I...
    Thread by: Teewinot, Aug 27, 2007, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    back to basics... fuel reserve question

    Wow! I just responded to polock's post and then I saw gremlins.... very impressive display. Thanks again for helping my pea brain figure this one out.
    Post by: Teewinot, Apr 11, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    back to basics... fuel reserve question

    OIC.... its so simple. Thanks for the visual Polock. Really cleared things up. Can't believe I've been puzzling over this. All makes sense now.
    Post by: Teewinot, Apr 11, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    back to basics... fuel reserve question

    Ok, I admit this is going to sound pretty stupid, but I can't figure out the fuel reserve system. Im a super dooper platinum certified whoopty doo...
    Thread by: Teewinot, Apr 11, 2007, 19 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    quick mac exhaust question

    Looking into getting the Mac 4-2 chrome system for my 85 Maxim. I know a lot of you guys use this exhaust. Is rejetting neccessary or is this...
    Thread by: Teewinot, Apr 11, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    idle concern

    Got a 85 xj700n. Runs great once its warmed up but does not idle well cold. Idles just over 700 rpm after start up and likes to stall at stops...
    Thread by: Teewinot, Mar 28, 2007, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    soft front forks

    Thanks for the advice. I picked up some 20 weight fork oil from the local yamaha shop. I'll try that first and if I need to I'll add a spacer. Is...
    Post by: Teewinot, Feb 12, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    soft front forks

    Is there a way to stiffen up the front forks a little without replacing the internal springs. Fork seals are not leaking and the fluid level is...
    Thread by: Teewinot, Feb 12, 2007, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    replacement mufflers

    I've got an '85 Maxim 700 and I'm tired of looking at those retro megaphone mufflers that point right at the bottom of my saddle bags. I'm...
    Thread by: Teewinot, Jan 11, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    afternarket accessories

    ou812didntU, I checked out your gallery. The back rest shown on the black 85 or 86 appears to be what I'm looking for. It sure seems to angle back...
    Post by: Teewinot, Dec 5, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    afternarket accessories

    gremlin, My seat is totally different. The back rest I'm looking for bolts directly onto the rear fender in place of the grab handle. Thanx anyway.
    Post by: Teewinot, Dec 5, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    afternarket accessories

    I'm having a hard time finding any aftermarket accessories for my 85 Maxim 700. Been looking for a sissy bar back rest that will fit ever since I...
    Thread by: Teewinot, Dec 4, 2006, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New Maxim owner

    Thanx for the tips. ArizonaSteve may be on to something. My rotors are grooved up like a record but I didn't want to turn them and make em too...
    Post by: Teewinot, Oct 8, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    New Maxim owner

    I just joined today. I bought my first bike about two months ago. Its a 1985 xj700 s. I really love it and have packed on the miles in the past 2...
    Thread by: Teewinot, Oct 6, 2006, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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