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  1. WarriorPrincess
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    CAN ANYONE MAKE THESE BIKES TAKE A CORNER?

    Now I picked up a nice 87 FX600 and loving it a lot. Only paid $450 for it[img]
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Oct 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. WarriorPrincess
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    CAN ANYONE MAKE THESE BIKES TAKE A CORNER?

    I used to drag boot and send sparks until I learned to lean my body in a better way. Now I dont scrape or drag anything no matter how much I seem...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Oct 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  3. WarriorPrincess
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    CAN ANYONE MAKE THESE BIKES TAKE A CORNER?

    My bike relines at 9500 but between 9,500 and 11,000+ is another power band. The R6 can not take me. I am always told that my bike is very fast.
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Oct 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  4. WarriorPrincess
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    CAN ANYONE MAKE THESE BIKES TAKE A CORNER?

    I agree but those liter bikes cant do what I can in the twisties because they are good for the sweepers but not for the tight twisties
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Oct 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. WarriorPrincess
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    CAN ANYONE MAKE THESE BIKES TAKE A CORNER?

    but to throw all that weight around in a hurry is hard, plus it helps to keep the RPMs up high
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Oct 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. WarriorPrincess
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    CAN ANYONE MAKE THESE BIKES TAKE A CORNER?

    I am sure that is a very fast bike but a little to much for the twisties though.
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Oct 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. WarriorPrincess
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    CAN ANYONE MAKE THESE BIKES TAKE A CORNER?

    The one with the Seca was ok but I got one from a XJ750 with dual brakes. Works fine
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Oct 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. WarriorPrincess
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    CAN ANYONE MAKE THESE BIKES TAKE A CORNER?

    I either fix up my bike for as an excellent twisty rider or I buy another bike. If I buy another bike I have no idea which one to look for. I...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Oct 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. WarriorPrincess
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    CAN ANYONE MAKE THESE BIKES TAKE A CORNER?

    My 81 xj650H has a 82 650 Seca front end with progressive springs and rear shocks. I also put in tapered roller steering bearings. I have no...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Oct 13, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. WarriorPrincess
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    Better and Why 4 into 2 or 4 into 1

    Thanks you guys for your infomation. I think I will go 4 into 2.
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Aug 22, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. WarriorPrincess
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    Better and Why 4 into 2 or 4 into 1

    Thank you I want to stay in the high HP riding the twisties. How about ground clearence. is there any difference anyone knows of besides there is...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Aug 20, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. WarriorPrincess
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    Better and Why 4 into 2 or 4 into 1

    I could do the carbs but it was not something I really wanted to do. But my questions were more to what is the advantage of one over the other.
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Aug 20, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. WarriorPrincess
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    Better and Why 4 into 2 or 4 into 1

    I need to replace my exhaust on my 81 XJ650 Maxim. I dont understand the difference between the 4 into 2 or the 4 into 1. Can some one help me...
    Thread by: WarriorPrincess, Aug 20, 2011, 20 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. WarriorPrincess
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    Forks are still mushy

    I changed my 81 maxim forkes to 82 Seca forks. Got the progressive springs and put in the 1.5" spacer. I used hyd jack oil in the forks. My forks...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jul 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. WarriorPrincess
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    Changing 81 XJ650 Maxim single brake to 82 XJ650 Seca dual

    What a difference with the wheel centered, the forks rebuilt, and the brakes are outstanding. Much better than the old one. I put on a 82 XJ750...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jul 16, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  16. WarriorPrincess
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    Pics of Different Handlebars and Your Opinions

    I have clubmans on a Maxim with Seca forks and triple trees. [img]
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jul 16, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  17. WarriorPrincess
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    Changing 81 XJ650 Maxim single brake to 82 XJ650 Seca dual

    Messing with the front wheel to center it in the brake calipers, I learned that the front wheel can be adjusted left or right to fit center in the...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jul 13, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. WarriorPrincess
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    Changing 81 XJ650 Maxim single brake to 82 XJ650 Seca dual

    Re: Changing 81 XJ650 Maxim single brake to 82 XJ650 Seca du I hear there are more problems with the 750 Seca but the 750 Maxim is suppose to...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jul 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. WarriorPrincess
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    Changing 81 XJ650 Maxim single brake to 82 XJ650 Seca dual

    The exhaust was cut so I had some slip ons from my XS650 I just bolted on.
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jul 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. WarriorPrincess
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    Changing 81 XJ650 Maxim single brake to 82 XJ650 Seca dual

    Re: Changing 81 XJ650 Maxim single brake to 82 XJ650 Seca du Well I took it for a 100+ mile ride through the twisties yesterday and had no...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jul 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  21. WarriorPrincess
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    Changing 81 XJ650 Maxim single brake to 82 XJ650 Seca dual

    I started the project. I removed the Maxim triple tree and installed tapered roller bearings and installed the Seca triple tree. The is one...
    Thread by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 28, 2011, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  22. WarriorPrincess
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    Thank you Len of XJ4ever

    Len was so very helpful with my selection of special parts for my 81 XJ650 Maxim. I wanted to build a tracker out of my maxim and Len took the...
    Thread by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 24, 2011, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    Thanks Holeshot for your support. I do very well with my bikes both the 81 XJ650 and the 81 XS650. The expirenced riders in my club say I am a...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 16, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    Well out on the twisties agains a few other 600cc sportsbikes and they cant touch me in the twisties even with my wobble and bad suspension. I...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 9, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  25. WarriorPrincess
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    What, if any, other yamaha gauges can be used on an 82 xj750

    I am getting the same stuff you have to duplicate what you have done. Any advice on the swap.
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 6, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  26. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    Which is better Works Performance Dual Rate Fork Spring Kit: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... K:MEWAX:IT only have 5 hours to...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 6, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  27. WarriorPrincess
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    Anyone completed a XJ650H Max to XJ650RJ fork swap

    Measuring from the axle to the top of the fork tube is 31 1/4 on both the maxim and the seca, but the triple tree fork mounts appear to be farther...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 6, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  28. WarriorPrincess
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    Anyone completed a XJ650H Max to XJ650RJ fork swap

    I have a 81 XJ650H Maxim and just picked up a 82 XJ650RJ Seca, everything from the cut frame under the gas tank forward. Triple Tree, forks brakes...
    Thread by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 5, 2011, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  29. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    Wow $800+ for the shocks, but you pretty much pay for what you get. Thank you for the info regarding the triple tree offest that might make it...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  30. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    You are correct. I will try it out without much work, but you could be correct. I might just ebay the items. I am not sure what I am doing...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  31. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    I am missing mine so dont know if I want to give it up yet, maybe. The VIN checks out as a 1982 XJ650RJ Seca. You are right.
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. WarriorPrincess
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    What, if any, other yamaha gauges can be used on an 82 xj750

    If that is a XJ550 gauage cluster what is the speedometer from. THe XJ550 has the 60<PH limit. yours has 150mph
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    duplicate PLEASE DELETE
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    I did not know that the Maxim came with duals. I dont know, but I heard only the Seca had duals. Yes I have been to Denio's. When I was a...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  35. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    Picked up a complete front end from a 83 Seca, forks, triple tree, brakes (duals), master, rotors, tire, rim for $40. So soon I will be rebuilding...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  36. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    Now we're talking.
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  37. WarriorPrincess
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    What, if any, other yamaha gauges can be used on an 82 xj750

    WOW I like that. Tell me more.
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  38. WarriorPrincess
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    What, if any, other yamaha gauges can be used on an 82 xj750

    Not meaning to highjack but I for one would like a speedometer that is greater than 80MPH
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  39. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    Why is this a problem: Just keep in mind that these ARE shaft driven bikes with welded steel tube frames .. so their limits are hit rather early....
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  40. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    Thanks but I am hearing that the Works and the Hagon are a better deal then the Progressive. What do you guys think. Joanne
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  41. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    Trust me on this I do not ride the same style as the sport bikes. I have my own style something like flat tracking. I stay on them and outride...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  42. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    I like my XJ650 maxim and the front forks need rebuilt and I need rear shocks. I want to build this bike and I can ride it in the twisties and out...
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  43. WarriorPrincess
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    Are these Progressive Shocks and forks good for me

    I like to ride with sport bikes in the twisties. Progressive: 11-1106 Fork Spring kit $92.95 430-4206B 430 (BLK) CRZR 12.5" shocks...
    Thread by: WarriorPrincess, Jun 3, 2011, 29 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  44. WarriorPrincess
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    Replacing the intake boots on 1980 xj650 maxim

    How is that done?
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, May 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. WarriorPrincess
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    Will 82 XJ650 Seca Turbo carb boot fit 81 XJ650 Maxim

    I need carb boots bad and can get some off of a 82 Seca Turbo. I think from reading here they will. I dont want to pull my carbs yet until I know...
    Thread by: WarriorPrincess, May 24, 2011, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. WarriorPrincess
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    81 xj650 Maxim Parts

    Do you still have the carburetor boots?
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, May 22, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  47. WarriorPrincess
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    HELP, I need shocks badly

    I belong to a mostly sport bike club and I like to impress them. I carve canyons with them. I was riding a 81 XS650, but 2 days ago I got a XJ650...
    Thread by: WarriorPrincess, May 21, 2011, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  48. WarriorPrincess
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    pictures

    What gauges are you using?
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, May 20, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  49. WarriorPrincess
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    83 SECA 650 Cafe Project

    Nice bike. What guages do you have on there?
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, May 20, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  50. WarriorPrincess
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    83 SECA 650 Cafe Project

    Nice bike. What guages do you have on there?
    Post by: WarriorPrincess, May 20, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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