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  1. 11M XJ750
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    XJ front end modernisation.

    Hello Xj's I have purchased xj750 1983 for spare parts for my other xj750 1984 Seca, what I needed I took out and decided to make a cafe racer...
    Thread by: 11M XJ750, Apr 24, 2025, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. j_ham
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    XJ550 Maxim Caliper Rebuild

    Hey, y'all. Just a quick questions on brake caliper rebuilds: Does the flat side of the piston or the "cup" side of the piston go against the...
    Thread by: j_ham, Jun 22, 2023, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. wesley shriver
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    82 XJ750 Brakes

    Hi! I bought my bike recently, fixed the carbs and got it running. I realized the front brakes weren’t working so I bled them. Now that I bled...
    Thread by: wesley shriver, Apr 18, 2023, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. j_ham
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    Brake Rotor Options (XJ550 and others)

    I’m looking at brake rotors on MikesXS for my 1982 XJ550. When I filter by bike, only one part comes up (#MD2023RS). However, they sell several...
    Thread by: j_ham, Sep 28, 2022, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Beekeypr
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    Brake Pads (which to choose?)

    1983 Yamaha Maxim XJ750K I am rebuilding both front brake calipers, the MC and installing new SS braided brake lines. My dilemma is whether to...
    Thread by: Beekeypr, Aug 5, 2022, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Joem
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    Dual disc brake conversion

    Hello all. I have a XJ650 which ive converted to a dual disc brake using the maxim setup. My issue is i can not get any pressure in the master...
    Thread by: Joem, Jul 17, 2022, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Bob C
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    (00 Seca rear brake bleeding

    Having an issue getting the rear disk brake on my 1983 Seca 900 properly bleed. I replaced the rubber brake lines with SS, and replaced the...
    Thread by: Bob C, Mar 28, 2022, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Casey_lee753815
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    Replacing brake calipers

    Hey guys, new to the forum but had a couple questions. So I have an 82(?) maxim 650, I’m currently in the process of converting it to a scrambler...
    Thread by: Casey_lee753815, Mar 13, 2022, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. BKthickburger
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    Front Brake Issue - '81 XJ650 Maxim

    I noticed late last week that my front brake felt spongy and would barely work when squeezed. I opened the master cylinder and saw that it was low...
    Thread by: BKthickburger, Aug 31, 2021, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Rowdy Beaman
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    XJ750 Brake Calipers, Does the XJ900 fit?

    Hi, Just a quick question. I am putting '83 XJ750r Forks on my '82 XJ650 and wanted to upgrade the brakes to dual caliper. I have the xj750 rim,...
    Thread by: Rowdy Beaman, Apr 14, 2021, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. DoctorEyebrows
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    Help needed: Brake Pad troubles 750 Maxim

    Just put new front brake pads on my 1983 XJ750 Maxim, but now I can’t get the rotors to fit back into the callipers. The space between the pads...
    Thread by: DoctorEyebrows, Feb 26, 2021, 26 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Dalpha22
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    86 xj700 rotors

    I swapped my rotors for slotted ones so the originals are for sale. I don't want much for them. Throwing them away just seems like a waste....
    Thread by: Dalpha22, Jun 30, 2020, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  13. Bix
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    82' xj750 maxim repairs.

    I picked up this "new to me" 1982 xj750 off marketplace the other day, no battery, no starter and 60k km, but i bump started it in the driveway...
    Thread by: Bix, Jul 11, 2019, 142 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Manny Mercado
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    XJ 750 Seca Brake Bleed

    Hi All, First time motorcycle owner here, frustrated and lost. I've spent the last 2 weeks trying to figure out this retched brake bleed, and...
    Thread by: Manny Mercado, Jun 30, 2019, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. wcd
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    '82 XJ750 Maxim Calliper Rebuild Issue

    Hey there XJ folks! So I'm in the process of rebuilding the calipers on my 750 Maxim. Pistons are in with with new seals and all went well there....
    Thread by: wcd, May 1, 2019, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Richard Owen
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    XJ Turbo caliper alternative

    Hi guys,greetings from the UK, I could do with some advise please, I am looking for two front calipers to fit my 82 Turbo, these are like finding...
    Thread by: Richard Owen, Oct 20, 2018, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Trum
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    Xj550 Seca Front Brake Issues

    Hey Everyone, I have a 1981 xj550 seca. The front brakes don't work well and I'm not sure if it's because that's how it was originally. Could...
    Thread by: Trum, Aug 20, 2018, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. Andyhw
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    Front brake confusion.

    Hello all. My 81 xj750A Japanese import has the daft cable/hydraulic combo. I've been trying to see if there is a direct replacement to do a...
    Thread by: Andyhw, Apr 27, 2018, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. DAGGAGH
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    Brake Disc (rotor choices) Xj900N 1985 aussie

    When I searched the forum couldn't find much about rotor replacments for my "9". Plenty for other XJ though The orginal rotors were not cross...
    Thread by: DAGGAGH, Apr 13, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. PlzHelp
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    Can't get brakes to fit

    So I am replacing the front brake pads for the first time (Just bought the bike recently, this is the last thing that needs to be done) and for...
    Thread by: PlzHelp, Mar 31, 2018, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Paul Howells
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    Brake shoe compatibility

    Hey Guys, A local guy, (maybe somebody on this forum?), is selling a new set of brake shoes for a 82 xj650 Seca. I have an 85 xj700 Maxim. I...
    Thread by: Paul Howells, Nov 19, 2016, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. jwrphil1992
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    Front Caliper Bleeder Valve Broken

    While rebuilding my master cylinder and putting the calipers on my 82 XJ1100 I noticed the front right caliper bleeder valve is broken. I am in...
    Thread by: jwrphil1992, Oct 30, 2016, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Samuel Burris
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    Wanted 82 seca 750 parts

    Looking for a front right brake caliper and rotor and possibly a tank and plastics for the right price. Bikes black so black parts are better but...
    Thread by: Samuel Burris, Jun 3, 2016, 6 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  24. Core
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    anti-dive forks

    Hey Guys, I have 2 XJ900´s a 1984 and a 1985 model the front end of the ´85 model looks like this [ATTACH] and this is the ´84 model [ATTACH]...
    Thread by: Core, May 31, 2016, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. VTGanja420
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    Front Brake Master Cylinder question

    so after all my work ( and currently waiting for my tank sealing kit to set) ive come acrost an interesting conundrum, it doesnt work! xD, i...
    Thread by: VTGanja420, Apr 30, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Cyfer
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    Brake rub.. 650 seca

    Hi guys, I just finished putting my front wheel back on the bike with new tires and brake pads. For some reason, the caliper is hitting the brake...
    Thread by: Cyfer, Apr 13, 2016, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. Ky13harbor9
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    Brakes Breaking

    Hi all, Pardon the pun above. I have had this issue ever since I got my bike - sticky brakes. After bleeding, cleaning the return hole, and...
    Thread by: Ky13harbor9, Apr 7, 2016, 29 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. willmarmnxj650
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    MN 81-XJ650 extra parts for sale

    I have extra parts I'd like to sell or trade for anything that could be useful to me here I have is a 1981 yamaha maxim xj650 spare seat front...
    Thread by: willmarmnxj650, Dec 25, 2015, 14 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  29. Johnius
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    Brakes again!

    Cliff notes: new braided steel lines, DOT5 fluid, speed bleeders. Install to commence soon. Novellette: Last year I rebuilt my calipers because I...
    Thread by: Johnius, Oct 9, 2015, 30 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. Ky13harbor9
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    Hello! and a few problems with my 32 year old Seca

    Hi everyone; my name is Clay and I purchased a 1982 seca XJ550RJ in red yesterday. This is my first bike and my family's 5th in the collection. I...
    Thread by: Ky13harbor9, Sep 20, 2015, 94 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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