opinions on 1982 yamaha maxim 1100

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in_denial · #1 Unread post by **in_denial** » Tue Aug 09, 2005 9:50 am

hello,

I might be able to pick up an '82 maxim 1100 for about $1200 to $1300. The bike appears to be in really good shape. I am going to look at it on Saturday. Any one here own one? Any model specific problems that I should be on the lookout for?

Thanks,

Aggroton · #2 Unread post by **Aggroton** » Wed Aug 10, 2005 12:01 pm

id say get it!
and where in pa are you?

i have an 82 550 yamaha and have had no problems that havent come from me dropping it again and again...

in_denial · #3 Unread post by **in_denial** » Wed Aug 10, 2005 4:16 pm

I am going to check it out tomorrow. I've done some research on this model. It appears that common problem is that 2nd gear wears down and it is an expensive fix. I will demand a test ride to check for this before making any offier. If I buy it, the first thing I will buy if the service manual. I will need to get it directly from Yamaha since Clymer or Haynes do not have a manual for the xj1100. They only have manuals for the xs1100 series and there are supposed to be many differences. I am so excited

Thanks,

TechTMW · #4 Unread post by **TechTMW** » Wed Aug 10, 2005 7:23 pm

Will this be your first bike?

I'm not sure of the exact specifications, but I'm pretty sure this bike makes over 100 horsepower, and about 65 ft-lb torque. In my opinion, this is NOT a beginner bike. It's an Inline four, not a v-twin.

An xj650 is almost too much for a beginner - I couldn't in good conscience recommend an xj1100 to a beginner. Be very carful with this one.