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  1. wirehairs

    For Sale - Parting out a 1983 Maxim 400

    The frame is gone by I still have most of the parts and the engine, that has been opened up. The starter isn't available, only because I bought the kit to replace the brushes and it has been taken apart. I don't have the painted side covers. I have the tank, but I can't find the key. Please...
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    For Sale - EBC clutch plates - CK2262

    EBC clutch plates, new in box. CK2262, I know this fits the 1982-83 bikes; check the website for other models before ordering. Asking $45, plus $2 shipping with tracking number. Paypal and US addresses only please.
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    For Sale - 1982 Maxim 400 seat - great condition

    Especially nice if someone's looking to bring a bike completely back to stock. Great condition. $40 plus my exact shipping cost.
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    For Sale - MotoBatt MB12U AGM Battery - New, in-box

    MotoBatt MB12U (12V 15 Amp) 160CCA Factory Activated QuadFlex AGM Battery Factory sealed, valve regulated, maintenance-free design eliminates damage from acid spills and corrosion; environmentally safe Patented top, front and side connection terminal design provide easy multiple terminal...
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    Will this tail rack fit my bike

    I'm wondering if this rack might fit a 82 Maxim 400? Does anyone have one similar or have any guesses?
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    Wanted - 82 or 83 Oil filter cover

    It figures that I sold one last year from a parts bike, and now I need it for the working bike! This is for the Maxim; previous year XS400's don't have the same part - 12R-13447-00-00 Thanks.
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    For Sale - Maxim 400 tank emblem

    It might go cheap: http://www.ebay.com/itm/271599434133?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
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    What is that sensor in the clutch handle anyways?

    I admit that I have no clue what this sensor attached to the clutch lever does! Someone please educate me!
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    Quick carb screw setting question from newbie

    So, as you might remember from another post, I've just rebuilt my head, putting on new piston rings, valve seals, and reground my valve seats. Hurrah. However, because it took me a few months to accomplish this, I think my right carburetor got gummed up a bit because I'm no longer getting...
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    Fuel or ignition problem?

    The short version: I have an 82 Maxim 400 that I'm on the tail-end of restoring. This is my first XS400, and I just had to rebuild the head, putting in all the gaskets, rehoning (not cutting) the valve seats, and replacing the valve seals. I had to do all that because the head-to-cylinder...
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    Installing valve seals

    So, I've just rebuilt the top end of a 82 Maxim 400 - rings, gaskets, and rehoned the valve seats. I had to do all this because of a leaking head gasket. My question is on installing the valve seals. They are a ways down into the buckets, so lowered them down with pliers, and gently...
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    For Sale - Parting out a 82 Maxim 400 (xs400)

    A mostly complete 400 with only 13K on the motor. The bike has sat for the last 10 years, and I was planning on using it as a back-up for another Maxim I'm restoring. I only have 1 side panel, and the tank has rust in it (and I don't have the key). Seat is in great shape. I'm keeping the...
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    Piston ring question

    I'm redoing a head on an 82 DOHC Maxim 400 and figured I might as well replacing the rings, especially since I broke the 2nd ring on one of the pistons while removing it. My ring end gap is within spec for the remaining rings. But since I busted one, am I correct to say that I should replace...
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    Oil leak into intake valve - see pictures

    The bike: 1982 Yamaha Maxim 400. 14K on the clock. So, I had oil leaking into cylinder 1, and fowling the plug within a few minutes to the point where it wasn't igniting the fuel/air mixture. I was surprised, just because it blew 134 & 137 psi early in the restoration, so I didn't expect...
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    Any tips for removing a Maxim 400 exhaust?

    I need to remove the exhausts on 2 different Maxims. It's tricky because the crossover tubes underneath are rusty, and it's hard to pivot everything to remove it because of the head studs, and the studs on the rear pegs. I've tried lots of whacks with a wooden broom handle from opposite sides...
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    Maxim 400 with dead cylinder

    Yesterday, I thought I was at the very tail end of restoring a girlfriend's 82 Maxim 400. I was zooming around local streets, and braking hard to break in the new front brake pads, and then I took her for a ride. Halfway through that ride, the bike started to hesitate on acceleration, and once...
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    Why would the previous owner T the vacuum tube?

    So, I noticed that a girlfriend's 82 Maxim 400 has a vacuum tube that goes from BOTH carb boots, to a T, and then to the tank. I'm correct in saying this was not the stock arrangement, correct? I assume she just needs a cap over the right side boot. I'm having problems with this bike...
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    For Sale - 530 chain with 102 links.

    I bought this chain, but it was the wrong one for my needs! It is a 530 chain with 102 links. Rivet master link. The package has been opened, but it's a brand new chain. If you can find this chain for less, I'll beat that price. $50 includes priority shipping. This chain will fit many bikes...
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    Specs for replacing clutch plates and springs?

    I haven't found the minimum specs for the clutch spring length or clutch plate thickness for my 82 Maxim (XS400J). Could someone share that with me? This is my first time changing a clutch. The clutch was slipping; I could be in 1st gear with the clutch handle out, and the bike wasn't...
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    For Sale - Sweet parts bike for $200 in Minneapolis

    http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/mcy/4285351779.html
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