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TCI Identification

Submitted by xjcdadmin on Mon, 09/10/2018 - 00:56

The following is a guide to determing if a used TCI is appropriate for a given machine:

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MAIDS Report

Submitted by xjcdadmin on Tue, 06/16/2015 - 09:42

Several years ago the ACEM conducted the Motorcycle Accident In-Depth Study. Attached is the final draft of that report. It should be required reading for all motorcyclists!

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The XJCD Website

Submitted by xjcdadmin on Wed, 01/01/2014 - 17:28

What is the XJCD?

Members Of the XJ Owners Group have donated their time, blood, sweat and sleep to produce a CD of "Everything XJ". This is a not-for-profit endeavour for private study and educational purposes. Access to these materials is restricted to members of the XJOG. Membership is free, the only restriction is that you should own or otherwise have interest in at least one of the XJ series motorcycles produced by Yamaha.

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Valve Clearance Check

Submitted by xjcdadmin on Thu, 06/27/2013 - 10:26

NOTE:

Valve clearance must be measured with the engine and at room temperature.

1. Remove the seat and remove the fuel tank holding clip and retainer.

1. Clip 2. Retainer

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Valve Clearance Check

Submitted by xjcdadmin on Tue, 06/25/2013 - 15:02

NOTE:

Valve clearance must be measured with the engine and at room temperature.

1. Remove the seat and remove the fuel tank holding clip and retainer.

1. Clip 2. Retainer

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Valve Clearance Check

Submitted by xjcdadmin on Thu, 06/20/2013 - 12:11

NOTE:

Valve clearance must be measured with the engine and at room temperature.

1. Remove the seat and remove the fuel tank holding clip and retainer.

1. Clip 2. Retainer

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Maximized X

Submitted by xjcdadmin on Thu, 06/14/2012 - 23:18

The Maxim X tank is a little on the small side. So when I had to repair a big dent as part of a restoration project anyway, I thought I'd address the size too.

I didn't want to ruin the classic lines of the X tank, so after much debate, I decided to widen it a few inches, leaving the profile intact. The first step was to layout the planned cut with narrow masking tape. Normally used for things like pinstriping, it follows curves quite nicely.