Actually nothing wrong with the bike yet. Just purchased (for a case of beer) a 1982 Yamaha 750 Maxim.
Removed the tank, put fuel into the carbs, new battery and she starts right up. Will change oil, filters, and brake pads this weekend.
Any ideas on other items to replace before I hits the road?
Ran smooth and easy, has 7,500 original miles and was garaged from 82 till 06, when it was moved to the driveway. New seat will be required.
I am having trouble finding info on the 750. Seems a lot of talk about the 650 Maxim, but little on the 750 Maxim? Any reasons??
I just got an Maxim XJ650J and checked the brake fluid all the way to the caliber. The condition was such that I would recommend any old bike buyer to check the brake fluid and change it even if it looks good. Mine looked like burned transmission fluid with solids in it. I got to spend some time to clean out all the deposits and gum from the piston and caliber itself. If not cleaned, it will start seizing the piston and dragging the brakes, and lead to replacement of the caliber.
Check out the website xjbikes.com. They have a very active forum. It's helped me out more times than I can count.
Don't know exactly what you are looking for, but I can tell you that you got one "HECK" OF A BIKE for a case of beer!
I purchased mine back in 1982 for somewhere around $3500. According to an old friend who had one, the XJ750J Maxim was the fastest 750 production bike built in 1982 (including the crotch rockets).
Maintenance free shaft drive, & one of the things I love is my horn sounds like a car horn (not some squeaky little squeal).
Due to two (2) back surgeries, I was unable to ride for many years. Doc says that my pain will not get any better, so if I want to ride - Go ahead & ride.
I am refurbishing my 82 right now, & buying parts like crazy on e-bay. You ever decide to sell, drop me an e-mail @ sean.g.boyd@us.army.mil
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