I had one of these in high school... a black 81 that was only a year old when I purchased it from a guy getting divorced. I loved that bike. I'd like to get another one.
This XJ is a couple of years older, but for all intents and purposes, it is identical to the 83. While most guys like bobbing these bikes, or making them into cafe racers, I feel it really doesn't do justice to the original machine - I love it when they come back to showroom condition.
@@jordismotorcyclerenovation2080 HI again George hope this finds you well Just wondering how you have made out on that Seca you are working on Thanks Mark
@@teamwunderlichrealestate5829 Hey Mark... I haven't done much recording, but will begin doing so soon. At present the painted bits are still being painted... I dropped them off in June and I haven't been putting a lot of pressure on them to get them done. I phone 2 weeks ago, and they have them primed. Hopefully soon I will be able to show the outcome. The Collision Center that is doing it - well, they do an incredible job. January I can do an update - and then I can get at it again...
I had one too. Had over 88,000 miles on it when I gave it away. Never had any issues with the shaft drive. Wish I still had it today. Currently own a 2007 Suzuki m109r with 7400 miles. I love it, but not had it long like I did the Seca.
@@georgegrierson good luck on the build ,you have inspired me to bring my Seca back to stock exhaust, and to give it a good going through, sorry about your Mom,,,good luck and thanks.
Very cool! The bike I have is a Canadian model, and has 24,000 original kilometers on it. I've been slow to work on mine, and I know I need to get back in the saddle. I have every intention to get going on it in April.
I appreciate it Kevin... I am already a member of the forum and found it extremely useful when I restored the 550 I had (there may be some pictures of it under my name?? Jordi)
The shaft drive on that bike is baloney. The torque while accelerating or decelerating can send you where you don't intend and is dangerous. Please be careful cause hospital stays suck (speaking from experience)
Thanks Jack... Yeah, I am aware of some of the issues with shaft drive, particularly it's nasty tendency to cause the rear wheel to change in traction depending on which way you goose the throttle. So far this bike is still in pieces in my garage... It's been a tough year with death in my family and assorted illnesses. Hoping to begin the restoration process again early in January.
@@georgegrierson Sorry to hear about you and your family's misfortune. Hope all of you heal well. When it's time, hopefully, you can enjoy working on the Seca.
I had one of these in high school... a black 81 that was only a year old when I purchased it from a guy getting divorced. I loved that bike. I'd like to get another one.
The bike I learned on was a 1983 XJ750. That model holds a lot of sentimental value for me. Thank you for bringing it back to original.
This XJ is a couple of years older, but for all intents and purposes, it is identical to the 83. While most guys like bobbing these bikes, or making them into cafe racers, I feel it really doesn't do justice to the original machine - I love it when they come back to showroom condition.
@@jordismotorcyclerenovation2080 would like to follow on face book but can't find you my e mail is cfrjr1966@ yahoo. Com
Recently purchased this same bike as my first bike and am looking to go through it. Thanks for making these videos!!
I haven't been working on the bike because of some personal issues, although hoping to get at it again soon. Currently the bike is being painted.
@@jordismotorcyclerenovation2080 HI again George hope this finds you well Just wondering how you have made out on that Seca you are working on Thanks Mark
@@teamwunderlichrealestate5829 Hey Mark... I haven't done much recording, but will begin doing so soon. At present the painted bits are still being painted... I dropped them off in June and I haven't been putting a lot of pressure on them to get them done. I phone 2 weeks ago, and they have them primed. Hopefully soon I will be able to show the outcome. The Collision Center that is doing it - well, they do an incredible job. January I can do an update - and then I can get at it again...
I had one too. Had over 88,000 miles on it when I gave it away. Never had any issues with the shaft drive. Wish I still had it today. Currently own a 2007 Suzuki m109r with 7400 miles. I love it, but not had it long like I did the Seca.
HONDA INTERCEPTOR? I BET YA REMEMBER THOSE TOO) LOL
My last one - was an 81 Kawa 750 Twin. Not the 4 cyl. Cheers - I really enjoy the riding. May to Oct-Nov.
Wooow cant wait to see the progress also I found the original manual which I would be happy to send to you
I would love to have the manual... particularly if it is the shop manual, however I would welcome the owner's manual as well.
@@georgegrierson good luck on the build ,you have inspired me to bring my Seca back to stock exhaust, and to give it a good going through, sorry about your Mom,,,good luck and thanks.
That manual still around somehow?
Saludos desde Nicaragua
I just bought a 81 xj750 seca 1 owner with only 10,000miles on it i have the original title from when they guy bought it new on may 5th 1981
Very cool! The bike I have is a Canadian model, and has 24,000 original kilometers on it. I've been slow to work on mine, and I know I need to get back in the saddle. I have every intention to get going on it in April.
it's not a seek uhhhhhhhhhhh.........its a SECA! (SAY KUHHHHHHHH)
I love my 1982 XJ750R! If you need any advice or questions hit me up!
also: www.xjbikes.com is a great forum.
I appreciate it Kevin... I am already a member of the forum and found it extremely useful when I restored the 550 I had (there may be some pictures of it under my name?? Jordi)
The shaft drive on that bike is baloney. The torque while accelerating or decelerating can send you where you don't intend and is dangerous. Please be careful cause hospital stays suck (speaking from experience)
Thanks Jack... Yeah, I am aware of some of the issues with shaft drive, particularly it's nasty tendency to cause the rear wheel to change in traction depending on which way you goose the throttle. So far this bike is still in pieces in my garage... It's been a tough year with death in my family and assorted illnesses. Hoping to begin the restoration process again early in January.
@@georgegrierson Sorry to hear about you and your family's misfortune. Hope all of you heal well. When it's time, hopefully, you can enjoy working on the Seca.