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New rider in town

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by BR549201, Aug 4, 2010.

  1. BR549201

    BR549201 Member

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    Howdy howdy.

    I'm a new XJ rider but not new to bikes. I was just given a 1982 Yamaha Maxim XJ750. The bike has about 30,+++ miles on it. It's in need of some TLC - that's how I found this site .... :)

    I look forward to hearing from fellow XJ riders and I hope you don't mind me asking questions from time to time.

    I will put my "wish list" in the classified section as to what parts I am in need of.

    Thanks
    Stay safe out there!!
     
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  2. iwingameover

    iwingameover Active Member

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    Welcome.

    First things first. Check the rear brakes for delamination before you ride it.

    Then fill our your signature and location information.
     
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  3. BR549201

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    Here a couple of pictures of my bike. It was "laid down' on it's right side so I have some "cosmetic" work to do.....

    It is currently in the shop having a 4 to 1 exhaust put on it.
     

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    iwingameover Active Member

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    not a bad looking bike.

    You took it to a shop to change the exhaust? 15 minutes and a 10mm wrench could have done it for yourself.
     
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    I know...I know.....

    The bike hasn't been run in 6 yrs and I know nothing about tearing the engine/carbs apart. So I took it to a shop and he had it running in no time.

    The exhaust that was on it was shot and I had to have it replaced. Since it was there and he too is an XJ rider, he offered to put the exhaust on for the cost of the exhaust only.... I couldn't refuse that!!
     
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    mlew Well-Known Member

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    Time for a new seat cover Junior Samples, check the store shelves for a new one. Maybe Daisy can show it to us, HEE HAW
     
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