What size socket is needed to remove spark plugs on a 1985 yamaha maxim xj700
The spark plugs on Yamaha Maxim XJ700 most likely use an 18mm socket, but in some cases a 16mm socket might be needed. It's always a good idea to double-check the size before starting work.
The socket is an 18mm Sparkplug Socket for a 12mm thread plug.
SOURCE: 1985 Yamaha XJ700 Maxim won't work
All engines need the same three to four things to work correctly..
Compression, Fuel, Spark, (timing).... But, usually those bikes, have fuel issues. The fuel tank spigot has a vacuum controlled valve which when the engine is cranked, suction is applied and fuel then can flow. Second,, the needle and float in the carb tend to get gummed up along with the main and idle jet... You need to make sure the carb is maticulously clean, Using carb cleaner, and tag wire,, or a piece of fine wire ( be careful not to enlarge the tiny holes). Keep refering to the 3-4 list fuel, compression, Spark,,,timing.....
Good luck...!!
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SOURCE: 1985 Yamaha xj700 Maxim- Carb. fuel lines
yes, the breather line hooks to the petcock on the line facing the back, the fuel line hooks to the larger one. the line from the breather is actually a vacume line that turns on the fuel, without it you will not get fuel out of the petcock unless it is in the prime position.
SOURCE: Carburetor on yamaha xj700 maxim x
Actually, they're not Hitachi carbs. Since you have a 1985 "Maxim-X", the model number is actually XJ700XN. The XJ700 does indeed have Hitachi carbs but your bike, the XJ700XN Maxim-X has BS33 Mikuni carbs.
Careful with the model number, the XJ700 and the XJ700X are entirely different bikes.
By the way, if you want more answers about your Maxim-X, feel free to visit the "Maximum Maxim-X" web site at www.maxim-x.com and the lesser known FTP site for the Maximum Maxim-X web site at www.maxim-x.com/pix
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5/8 of an inch socket is what you need 3/8 drive with a ratchet. That’s what you need. It’s called spark plug socket.
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