1985 Yamaha XJ700 Maxim X review from Canada
"A keeper"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
NOTHING SERIOUS TO DATE.
* Cleaned and synchronized the carburators.
* Cleaned and coated the gas tank.
* New tires.
* Use Yamaha motor oil and filter.
Slight clunk when shifting from first to second. Others gears are OK.
Headlight beam shudders under acceleration at night.
Great acceleration and braking (previous owner did the brakes).
Can be slow to fire up when cold.
General comments?
A nice cruiser, and not too many around.
Seating is too upright for day trips. Need frequent rests to get the kinks out of one's back.
I like it.
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| Fastest cruiser I've ever rode! |
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1985 |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Acceleration marks | 9 / 10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Handling marks | 8 / 10 |
| Braking marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 32500 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 47600 kilometres |
| Previous motorcycle | Suzuki GS450E |
| Date of Entry | 2nd April, 2009 |