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I have an 83 Maxim. So the box just behind my carbs is my air filter box, correct? What about the "filter" below it shown in the picture. Is that also an air filter and if it is not, what is it? I see a lot of bikes in this forum with "pod filters" replacing the box. They do look cool but...

I am trying to get an inline fuel filter... Is there a tangible difference between one from Mikes's (https://www.mikesxs.net/product/20-0013.html), $2.10 and K&N's (http://www.knfilters.ca/search/product.aspx?prod=81-0221), $9.99? Or is there a better option out there? Thanks.

I took out my gas tank for the purpose of completely emptying it so I can put in fresh gasoline. I am having a hard time getting all the liquid out of the tank (via the main opening)? Any tips on this? Also, I want to replace my rubber fuel line and fuel filter. For southern Ontarians...

I changed my oil recently to the Rotella T6 5W-40 (man, that oil's not cheap) and I think changing gears is easier and the engine is running better. Overall, a better driving experience. I've noticed though that I am having a hard time finding neutral while the bike is stopped with the...

Guys, I am trying to get new fuses and maybe a new fuse box for my bike. The seats (contact points) on my box are probably stock -- they are brittle and parts have broken off. I'd be happy if I can get those very same components to replace the old ones but I doubt that I will from my...

These pics are from the brake hand side of my bike. I'm trying to extract that *&!!$@&*! screw and I'm not sure now if it's reverse threaded or not. (I've been "going right" using a screw extractor to get it out but it wouldn't budge.) It looks like the original part (that break fluid...

Guys, I'm in the market for the best possible riding boots with some heel height under $100. Suggestmentations?

I've been practicing over-consumption of fried sugar and beer over the last few weeks just so I can sit lower on my bike. I've even traded my very understanding albeit lighter GF for one big fat momma. No dice, not working. I'm starting to run out of options. Help! By the way, I have...

I have a Yuasa YB12A-A Battery on my 83 Maxim. I plan on getting it filled with the proper amount of distilled water plus recharging it. This is the battery...

I'm on my toes when seated on my 1983 XS400 Maxim and I am planning on lowering the rear by using Honda Rebel 450 rear shocks. Please share some thoughts/insights on this if you have any experience in doing so. Does anybody have the step-by-step? What are the pitfalls that I should watch out...

I have a 1983 Yamaha XS400 Maxim with Clubman handlebars. I want to preferably trade them for original handlebars, something like this: http://img.webike.net/mm/newbike/867xs400special_198003/xs400special_198003.jpg Optionally, I'm willing to buy the handlebars if no one's up for a...

I don't have an M1 yet. I know next to nothing about motorcycles. I've driven 125cc-ish bikes, but that was eons ago. Recently though, I got myself a 1983 Yamaha XS400 Maxim. The gentleman that I got the bike from was nice enough to drive it to my place and point me to this website. The...