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My 82 XJ650 Maxim Complete Rebuild

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by jayrodoh, Jun 19, 2016.

  1. jayrodoh

    jayrodoh YimYam Premium Member

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    I do, it's on the list for future small details. He's got quite a few things I'd love to have. My goal was address all the main things and get it rideable, then I can do the small things at my leisure.
     
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    Aaron_E New Member

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    I really like the chrome gas tank emblems. Did you pick those up from Mikes XS?

    That's a super nice looking ride, it really shows you put a lot of hard work into restoring it. Good job!
     
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    jayrodoh YimYam Premium Member

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    XS badges do not work. I got lucky on these, bought them NOS in a bag for $10 each. They weren't a perfect match but I was able to drill a new hole and fill the old hole to make them work. Laying them in the sun before installation helped them conform to the tank shape once I tightened them up. Best we can tell they are from an RX100 http://www.xjbikes.com/forums/threads/any-idea-what-these-yamaha-badges-are-from.91310/

    Thanks for the comments!
     
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    Ahh gotcha, thanks for the information I'll see what I can find.

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    Is there any reason you didn't put the engine guards back on?
     
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    jayrodoh YimYam Premium Member

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    Yes, they were previously "used" and not up to par for this project. I'm actively seeking some nice ones but will probably put them back on soon as I'd rather have some tipover protection.
     
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    rocs82650 Well-Known Member

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    Excellent craftsmanship. Very nice indeed.

    Gary H.
     
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    jayrodoh YimYam Premium Member

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    @k-moe @chacal here ya go! They really improved the wow factor.

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    chacal Moderator Moderator Supporting Vendor Premium Member

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    Nice looking! Also, if you take some white paint or a paint stick and "color in" the recessed lettering on the signal direction "thumb lever"................
     
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    jayrodoh YimYam Premium Member

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    A real pro would've noticed the red line missing from the kill switch too....just saying :D
     
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    chacal Moderator Moderator Supporting Vendor Premium Member

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    I wasn't going to say nuthin........... :)
     
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    jayrodoh YimYam Premium Member

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    Updated pics of final completion. All little things, stickers, exhaust cover, etc. done. Just needs some front footpeg rubber and I'm good!

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    MattiThundrrr Not a guru

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    Looks great! You wouldn't believe it's 35 years old!

    Also, January in Cleveland seems nicer than I expected!
     
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    jayrodoh YimYam Premium Member

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    Man I wish. Haven't seen my bike since October. Just updating since I referenced this thread earlier but realized I never put the finished pics in.
     
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    2 Thumbs up ... looks great
     
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    sah wheeaatt!

    I went back and reviewed the thread from the beginning - really nice job.
    I do have to ask (only because I replaced mine with help from Len) the 'flange liner' on the bottom edge of the tank - what made you decide to go without?
     
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    I like the gauges did you get new faces?
     
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    I was planning on replacing that, just forgot until you mentioned it. D'oh!

    The cover is NOS, managed to finally get a hit on my constant lowball offers for one on eBay. The gauges were rebuilt using other parts gauges I acquired over the project. Was SOL on the tach face until @sybe sent me a near perfect one for free. This place rocks because of the members.
     
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    Great job! It makes me cringe when I see posts and pics about people taking these beautiful classic bikes and chopping and maiming them to created yet another ugly Frankenstein bobber. I think it must be a fad in some circles like saggy pants.

    I love the green too.
     
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    ^^+1 I hate seeing any bike hacked up ...Some folks do a good job, but some are complete hacks , He did a fantastic job restoring his bike !!!!
     
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    Beautiful, thank you for keeping it as close to stock as possible. To me there is nothing like the original look of the maxim.
     

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