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Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by jchalo99, Jun 6, 2013.

  1. jchalo99

    jchalo99 Member

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    :: Intro :: we should have a start here thread for new bikes, what you should do when you get your XJ bike. things to do and things to look for.

    I dont know much but i will list out what i think should happen. someone with more info should make a sticky with this type of information.

    1st. replace stock fuse box with aftermarket blade style. something like this
    2nd. fresh GOOD Battery
    3rd. Fresh Gas
    4th. see if she runs.
    5th. Clean + reclean the carbs, according to this: or house of clean
    6th. bench sync the carbs. and check the floats (wet set)
    7th. check the boots for cracks + repair or replace.
    8th. reinstal carbs
    9th. new air filter
    10th. put carbs back on (PITA)
    11th. check valve clearences, repair if necessar
    12th. sync the carbs to proper vaccum (to eachother)
    13th. set the lean/rich mixture
    14th. check and repair breaks.
    15th. check all lights and controlls and indicators
    16th. lubricate primary drive (chain or shaft)
    17th. oil change
    18th. new spark plugs
    19th. enjoy?!
     
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    quebecois59 Well-Known Member

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    I think chacal has already written a pretty good text about this...
     
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    jmilliken Well-Known Member

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    A compression test should be first, valve shims should be second. I would also recommend checking/replacing oil prior to attempting to start the bike.

    Also missing (off the top of my head):

    check tires for date codes
    check brake hoses for date codes, replace and rebuild MC + caliper pistons
    check fork seals
    check wheel + steering head bearings
     
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    can you link me to it? a lot of lists say to do certain things, but never explain how to actually do them.

    specifically, i need help with

    checking my rear brake
    checking valve clearances
    caliper/master cylinder rebuilds
    among other things
     
    beazy22, Jun 11, 2013
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    I start with a pressure washer, no sense getting all dirty
     
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    where's the fun in that?
     
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    I would follow Polock's cleaning with a good overall inspection to determine the condition of the bike. Listing what is obviously bad, or missing.

    Follow this, or in the same sequence with checking the compression, and valves. No reason to invest time/money into the carbs if the rings/valves are history.

    From the inspection you can work up a list, and working order of what to do to bring the bike back.

    I am planning my build ups on the 750MK, and the 900R in this manner to give examples of running, and basket case rebuilds.

    Ghost
     
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