1982 Yamaha XJ650 Maxim review from United States of America

Nothing thus far (which is why I gave it a score of 10 for reliability). However, I've only owned the bike for a week and a half, and have put on approx. 250 miles.

The seat upholstery is cracked along a seam, however the bike is 23 years old.

I just purchased this bike (a 1982 Yamaha XJ650 Maxim) from the original owner. He had purchased the bike as a new leftover in 1984, and had only ridden it approximately 3,900 miles.

He kept it garaged, and usually only rode it 100-200 miles per year.

The bike's acceleration is great, its handling and comfort are very good.

I love the fact that it is a 4 cylinder, shaft driven motorcycle.

As far as I know, the bike has been problem-free, and I just had it checked out at a local bike shop and they were amazed at its like-new condition.

My previous bike was a 1985 Yamaha 700 Maxim X, which was a wonderful bike.

The 650 came equipped with a Tracy fairing, which was great for weather protection, however I felt it detracted from the bike's stabilty on the highway (It seemed to act as a sail, and was vunerable to cross winds etc. - Has anyone else experienced this with a fairing on the highway?)

I'm really enjoying my new-old cruiser, and I love its "old school" style.

Hey, retro is in, isn't it?