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  1. zack g
    Thread

    Xj650 dies under load

    First time poster long time reader. I have a 1983 XJ650. It sat for a few years and I just went through the carbs. Starts great and idles perfect....
    Thread by: zack g, Oct 1, 2025, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. CrazyBrit
    Thread

    Got a new XJ750RH seca which won't start after 2 rides

    So I bought a seca, the test ride (going up and down the street) went well with nothing going wrong other than a persistent battery warning and...
    Thread by: CrazyBrit, Sep 23, 2025, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Will Beemer
    Thread

    Diagnosing Charging Issue (I've tried it all)

    I have a 1982 Yamaha XJ 550 that I bought as a flip. Currently, the bike will not charge itself. I've replaced the stator, the R/R, the battery,...
    Thread by: Will Beemer, Aug 28, 2025, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Matthew Foster
    Thread

    1982 Yamaha xj750r seca dies

    Hey so this is my first bike and my first time posting on this site. I have a 1982 Yamaha xj750r and I cleaned the carbs my self and I think the...
    Thread by: Matthew Foster, Jul 2, 2025, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. jaytin
    Thread

    Bike tipped now it won’t start

    Hi all. My bike fell over in the wind yesterday while I was at work. I came home picked it up and let it dry off. Started it later that night and...
    Thread by: jaytin, Jun 8, 2024, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. jaytin
    Thread

    Bike tipped now it won’t start

    Hi all. My bike fell over in the wind yesterday while I was at work. I came home picked it up and let it dry off. Started it later that night and...
    Thread by: jaytin, Jun 8, 2024, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Allender02
    Thread

    Reinstalling the airbox from velocity stacks

    Hello all and thanks in advance. I am brand new to my 1982 XJ550r seca and am loving the bike so far. I bought the bike for $800 which I...
    Thread by: Allender02, Mar 10, 2024, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Bendieleman
    Thread

    83 XJ1100 rattles in neutral

    Hello, I recently purchased a 1983 Xj1100, and have been riding it around a bit. I noticed that only once the bike is warmed up, it develops a...
    Thread by: Bendieleman, Nov 16, 2023, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Jake Bane
    Thread

    Wanted HELP '82 Seca 650 parts!

    So I recently acquired an '82 Seca 650 that had been sat for many years, I saved it from the scrapyard and has now become my project. I worked...
    Thread by: Jake Bane, Jul 30, 2023, 7 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  10. TMM
    Thread

    Help decoding VIN

    Hi I've had a look at the VIN decoding page and I'm so confused. Would anyone be able to help me? I've inherited a vintage XJ750 and want to...
    Thread by: TMM, Jul 20, 2023, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. DaRealSanti
    Thread

    Carburetor Install

    I am installing my Carbs and I didn't take any pictures of it installed... like a dummy. The hoses that are running out of the carb... I think...
    Thread by: DaRealSanti, Jul 12, 2023, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Gavinwallen
    Thread

    Help with my 82' XJ550

    I've got a long one so feel free to answer in bits and pieces. I acquired this xj550 around a year or two ago in hopes of building a cool cafe...
    Thread by: Gavinwallen, Jun 18, 2023, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Travermurphy
    Thread

    cycom unit

    afternoon ive scarred just about every forum that i could to try and figure it out myself before making this post, what supplys power to the...
    Thread by: Travermurphy, May 12, 2023, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. BRA
    Thread

    No Start/Spark

    Hi all. I have a 1982 Yamaha XJ 750 MAXIM I bought about a month ago now. I bought it with the guy saying it didn't have spark it lost it sometime...
    Thread by: BRA, May 6, 2023, 26 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Vee
    Thread

    I'm looking for a new speedo/tachomoter cluster for an 80 xj650, will an 81 cluster work?

    They look exactly the same from the pics on ebay.
    Thread by: Vee, Mar 23, 2023, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Austen McAllorum
    Thread

    Maxim with 60psi in all 4 cylinders

    My 1980 Yamaha maxim which I bought to revive is only running 60psi in All of the cylinders, at first they were running 30psi absolutely bone dry...
    Thread by: Austen McAllorum, Feb 23, 2023, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. CPKing
    Thread

    ‘82 XJ550 Maxim Won’t Start

    I’ve seen so many of these posts about 550 Maxims not starting, at this point I think it’s a genuine curse. I just got mine back from the...
    Thread by: CPKing, Oct 26, 2022, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Xj-mrG
    Thread

    XJ650 rear shock help

    So, my rear shocks on my xj650 Maxim project were leaking very badly. Orders I’m progressive shocks 412-4005 from a 04-08 sportster (at least what...
    Thread by: Xj-mrG, Sep 17, 2022, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Ncole
    Thread

    Need Help identifying a parts bike

    I guys I'm looking at buying a parts bike. I found one but the owner has no clue what it is doesn't have any information. can someone help to...
    Thread by: Ncole, Jul 26, 2022, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. miklane
    Thread

    Motogadget instal on a xj650 help

    I recently bought a 1980 xj650 and the wiring harness is trashed so I decided to get a motogadget m unit blue, does anyone on here know what you...
    Thread by: miklane, Jun 18, 2022, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. SlyCooper1324
    Thread

    Fork travel under spec - 81' XJ550 Seca

    So I've been having some bottoming out/clunking issues with my front forks and when I check the travel on them, they only measured to around 124mm...
    Thread by: SlyCooper1324, Jun 4, 2022, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Samuli
    Thread

    Stalling XJ 900s Diversion

    So, I cleaned the carbs, checked and adjusted the valves (and changed oils front & back, changed the air filter also). I followed the instructions...
    Thread by: Samuli, May 11, 2022, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. hieu tran
    Thread

    1986 XJ700 Maxim help

    Hey guys, I purchased a Maxim xj700 last season, and am also new to mechanics so this bike is a starting point for me. I am just posting for help...
    Thread by: hieu tran, May 11, 2022, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. PlzHelp
    Thread

    Unknown part in cylinder - 82' XJ650 Maxim

    Hey guys, me again. After the success of getting new keys for my 82' Xj650 Maxim, I decided to clean the tops of the cylinders to get ready for...
    Thread by: PlzHelp, Mar 2, 2022, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. PlzHelp
    Thread

    New key problems - 82' Xj650 Maxim

    Hey guys. I've been fixing up an 82 maxim for a little bit now (Broken bolt in head had me stuck for a while) and I finally got everything...
    Thread by: PlzHelp, Mar 1, 2022, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. milos nesic
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    rear suspension on 1981 xj550 broke twice in two months

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Hi everyone I am new to forum. I have 1981 xj550. In original state no modofications, as long as my...
    Thread by: milos nesic, Sep 17, 2021, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. Mordred
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    82 XJ550R Seca won't rev past 8K - Help!

    Hey all, Wondering if you can help with my problem. I have a '82 which I built into a cafe-racer, I attached a photo for anyone interested. It...
    Thread by: Mordred, Jul 17, 2021, 23 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Mechanic1978
    Thread

    Wanted Xj550 carbs

    Hello all, new here but have reached a desperate need for a 1982 xj550j #1 carb body. But willing to buy a set if required. Please help.
    Thread by: Mechanic1978, Jun 28, 2021, 12 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  29. Eldenhiemer
    Thread

    XJ700S Front Fork Damper Rod

    Trying to replace fork seals, I have all disassembled per service manual but don't have the special tool, YM-01326 to remove the damper rod...
    Thread by: Eldenhiemer, May 25, 2021, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. Townzi
    Thread

    Xj 700 gear problems

    Slipping in first gear
    Thread by: Townzi, Mar 14, 2021, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. DoctorEyebrows
    Thread

    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
  32. HadesActual
    Thread

    Spoke Rim conversion for Radian

    Hi Everyone, I'm new the forum, I own a 89 Radian. I have been looking to do a Spoke Rim conversion on my bike. I have so far figured out how to...
    Thread by: HadesActual, Feb 16, 2021, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. Reid H
    Thread

    1981 XJ 550 Won’t turn over

    Hey, So the last couple of weeks been working on my 1981 XJ550. The bike ran (not perfectly) but was able to turn over about a month ago....
    Thread by: Reid H, Feb 4, 2021, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. josh the man
    Thread

    LED/projector headlight upgrade

    Hello all, Sooooo I installed an LED/Projector headlight. Works fine, but it has that typically flicker at idle. I was wondering if I could...
    Thread by: josh the man, Jan 14, 2021, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  35. Alex Siddall
    Thread

    Bike seems to flood itself out as it warms up

    So I recently started rebuilding my 82 xj650 maxim. I have receipt rebuilt the carburetors. It will flood itself out while sitting there not...
    Thread by: Alex Siddall, Sep 27, 2020, 6 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  36. BohGeez
    Thread

    81 650 Maxim Aftermarket Throttle Issues

    So, I swapped out the grips and throttle on my 650, along with switches, bars, and levers. The problem I'm having is that the new throttle seems...
    Thread by: BohGeez, Sep 21, 2020, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. thecanadiankid
    Thread

    '81 Maxim xj650 NO POWER

    Hey all, I'm brand new here and just purchased my first project bike for the whopping price of $80 CAD. It's a 1981 Maxim 650 and I am getting...
    Thread by: thecanadiankid, Aug 4, 2020, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Jacob Talley
    Thread

    Need help with wires getting to hot on my Xj750?

    So had this bike in my garage growing up and I never really knew what it was. It was always just a motercycle to me that was always there. Now...
    Thread by: Jacob Talley, Jul 24, 2020, 22 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Cory Davison
    Thread

    HELP! XJ600 built in alarm/batery issue?

    Hey Everyone, This is my first post. I bought a 1992 Seca ii today and had a great time riding it. Parked it and turned it off. then when i went...
    Thread by: Cory Davison, Jun 9, 2020, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Jon Ressler
    Thread

    Feul delivery issue?

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] I'm stumped. I have a 1982 xj550 maxim. Last year I had to rebuild/clean the carbs because the bike began pouring feul from...
    Thread by: Jon Ressler, May 8, 2020, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. NikoRx
    Thread

    took the carbs to church and now I cant get the bike to start

    Hello, I have an xj 550 maxim 82', did a carb rebuild, bench sync, measured and fixed valve clearances, even fixed the gas tank which was rusted...
    Thread by: NikoRx, Mar 1, 2020, 202 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. b.pillz46
    Thread

    82 XJ550 Maxim starter button won't work. Help!

    I'm trying to restore an 1982 XJ550 Maxim I got for next to nothing. When I originally bought the bike the previous owner said that the starter...
    Thread by: b.pillz46, Feb 28, 2020, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. TimothyH
    Thread

    Newbie Help

    Hey guys this is my first post in the forums and I’m new to bikes in general actually. I like cars and working on cars but I’ve never dealt with...
    Thread by: TimothyH, Feb 18, 2020, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. micnorian14
    Thread

    1986 XJ700 pickup coil connector

    PO chopped the connector off the pickup coil, and I've been having a hard time figuring out where these wires are supposed to go! Even if I buy a...
    Thread by: micnorian14, Feb 8, 2020, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. Zachary Barton
    Thread

    Clutch Slipping

    (1982 xj650 Seca Non-yics) Hey everybody! I have my bike together but I'm starting to feel it slip when I really goose the throttle. It used to...
    Thread by: Zachary Barton, Nov 3, 2019, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. 1985maximxj700x
    Thread

    Wanted 85 Yamaha xj700x carb boots

    Anybody know where I can get a set of new carburetor boots the ones that go from carb to motor on 85 Yamaha xj700x water cooled engine would...
    Thread by: 1985maximxj700x, Sep 9, 2019, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  47. Maxwell Partridge
    Thread

    XJ750 Running fine but general issues.

    Hello, first off I just purchased a 1982 Yamaha Maxim 750, I've just did alot of general maintenance on it such as: Fresh oil and filter, brand...
    Thread by: Maxwell Partridge, Jun 24, 2019, 76 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. Andrii
    Thread

    Middle gear had no oil deal. xj650rj rebuild

    *oil seal Hey everyone. I need help. I am rebuilding my 1982 xj650r seca and while trying to assemble my gear components together i have noticed...
    Thread by: Andrii, May 5, 2019, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. breich
    Thread

    Im sorry in advance

    I have 0 knowledge about motorcycles or engines... I bought an '82 yamaha xj650 maxim and was wondering (because there are multiple drain plugs)...
    Thread by: breich, Apr 26, 2019, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. SwIrv
    Thread

    Moving engine off frame (81 Xj650)

    I started removing my engine off the frame and I got everything off except bolt number 7. I hit it with WD-40 and other penetrating lubricants but...
    Thread by: SwIrv, Apr 12, 2019, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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