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Quirks of the bike

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by stumphi, Jun 1, 2009.

  1. stumphi

    stumphi New Member

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    I will be picking up a 1982 xj650 and figured i would throw this out there. I know my old cj and cherokee have there quirks about them to get them started what they like and dont like ect.. Just wondering if there are any for these bikes that I might run into. Thank you
     
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    lostboy Well-Known Member

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    If it has the glass style of fuse box switch it to a blade style of fuse box.
     
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    Quirks? Nah.

    Issues sometimes...

    Before you ride it (except maybe a test ride before you buy).

    Pull rear wheel and check the brakes for delamination. Safety issue!!!

    Most seem to like a little "choke" to get started.

    After that each of these 26 year old bikes is different. Some need this some need that. (Including fuse panel).

    Spend some time doing all the suggested maintenance in the manual. (Get the manual Shop, etc).

    Check it over well and you will find out what it needs.

    If the steering "catches" in the straight ahead position, thats bearings and a easy to fix (either replace original or do like many and myself and go with tapered rollers).

    Others will soon chime in with their pet "peeves" of these things. Hang in there and this will be a cool ride (both the learning/fixing and the actual ride of the bike).
     
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