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xj maxim 750 & Seca 650 turbo fork compatibility?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Lewis, Sep 18, 2010.

  1. Lewis

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    Hi all,

    I'm looking to change the upper fork bridge (triple tree) of my '82 XJ Maxim 750 'cause I'd like to install a more conventionnal handlebar. Since I don't want risers, I would replace the triple tree. I was looking for used parts and I found a '82 Seca 650 Turbo fork for cheap.

    Can someone confirm or infirm that I can interchange those triple tree?

    Thanks!
     
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    Someone has a hint?

    I tried looking at parts diagram but I didn't found the top triple tree :-s

    Thanks!

    Lewis
     
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    I doubt they will work for you (at least not without some modification) The headlight is set up differently on the Turbo -- it mounts to a fixed nose piece instead of the triple tree.

    If you don't mind replacing the headlight, you might be able to adapt a 650 Maxim (or a non-Turbo Seca) front end... You'll need to get creative with the brake line splitter, since the 650 uses a different brake setup.
     
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    Ok, good to know but what I was planning was keeping my stock fork and simply replace the triple tree. What do you think about that? I'm not concerned about the head light since I'm bobbing...

    Thanks!
     
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    ahh, if you don't care about the headlight setup, you should be able to get away with it.
    This would be a great time to install a set of tapered roller bearings...
     
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    Ok, thanks alot. I took note of that!
     
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