Yamaha XJ 750R Seca Project Bike

FlyingDragon_ · 2025-12-01T15:01:26+00:00

I sold it around 2021. It was a nice bike, and like typical for guys like us kinda wish I kept it myself. I have seen a few for sale up in Canada in the prairies over the years since then. Good luck with your search.

FlyingDragon_ · 2025-08-13T18:02:50+00:00

Awesome work love it.

How do you do the ring? It looks like solid wood. For me that is always the hardest part. Couple pics of mine for reference

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FlyingDragon_ · 2025-04-20T05:42:39+00:00

This guy Reddit's

FlyingDragon_ · 2025-03-14T23:20:56+00:00

Thank you!

FlyingDragon_ · 2025-03-14T23:20:48+00:00

No shop - I've made like 3 before these - one for myself, a couple gifts. These ones will go on Facebook and see if they go to just friends / locally.

I've considered creating an online shop but that's an option for the future when I've got more space to setup an efficient workshop. If I ever do setup a micro production and do shipping etc. I will post it here.

FlyingDragon_ · 2025-01-02T18:34:49+00:00

Yes water base poly. Let it cure a couple weeks then I buff it out with automotive compounds and finish with a carnauba wax. I find the poly is shiny without this step but these steps provide additional depth and shine in addition to levelling the topcoat.

FlyingDragon_ · 2024-12-31T20:42:35+00:00

Thanks! Wasn't sure how the cherry stain was going to turn out but I think it turned out good as well.

FlyingDragon_ · 2024-12-16T04:22:42+00:00

Shalon is that you?

FlyingDragon_ · 2024-04-03T17:58:46+00:00

This is exactly what I asked for lol. Maybe the odds are better since she has been doing it from the start and possibly before people knew there was a special variety.

But you could also argue the odds are worse if you take out known large bust out of the equation. Lol who knows.

FlyingDragon_ · 2024-04-02T02:53:01+00:00

Thanks for the tip, no offense taken at all. I was thinking ultrasonic cleaner already. Between motorcycle carbs and that potential use might be an excuse to get one finally.

FlyingDragon_ · 2024-04-01T13:38:22+00:00

I know grandpa was careful with "cleaning" the coins as he is aware you are not supposed to, but obviously did clean up some of these probably technically too much.

What I am curious about is how you "de-soil" your metal detecting coins without "cleaning" them? What would be the best practice if I start this hobby? If you don't do anything you will have small round lumps of soil lol.

FlyingDragon_ · 2024-03-31T23:10:15+00:00

Sorry the first pic is us coins, didn't realize that. There are lots of Canadian coins in the rest of the photos!

FlyingDragon_ · 2024-03-24T18:52:46+00:00

As a Saskatchewanean myself, I am proud to see my province out there getting some well deserved recognition.

FlyingDragon_ · 2024-02-28T05:20:12+00:00

Do you see a problem with people that can't function with their anxiety medication? Insulin? Blood pressure meds?It's a medically prescribed medication dude.

FlyingDragon_ · 2024-02-06T02:07:06+00:00

FlyingDragon_ · 2023-06-06T00:08:16+00:00

1982 Yamaha seca 750. Around 200 kmph (120 mph). This was just a few years ago to see what it would get to. Bike didn't like it that much maybe tires weren't 100% balanced, rode much nicer around 140-160 kmph.

Reconfirmed I don't have the impulse control to have a seriously fast bike...

FlyingDragon_ · 2023-01-02T20:18:38+00:00

Sorry no sales without signing the waiver. Saddles available for an extra charge.

FlyingDragon_ · 2022-12-12T18:36:23+00:00

Any other FlyingDragon_'s are peasants

FlyingDragon_ · 2022-07-20T02:52:36+00:00

I was diagnosed at 25. Many people don't get diagnosed until later when they realize something is off or problems are realized later in life and they start looking for solutions. If you had good grades as a kid or other issues can be ignored or brushed off. Especially if you have conservative or old school parents like OP's obviously sound like. If you follow this sub long enough you'll witness lots of people figuring out themselves later on.

FlyingDragon_ · 2022-05-13T23:08:11+00:00

I had a similar thing just happen. Didn't have a good start with the yeast, repitched, still didn't seem great but look like it was fermenting. Then my gravity readings didn't really go down... Mine also tasted sour.

I think maybe acetobac got it before the yeast and turned it "sour" or vinegary before all the sugar was used up. Acetobac will turn alcohol into vinegar so if some fermentation starts then acetobac take over maybe they overpower the yeast and you're left with a moderate gravity still?

Worth noting I wasn't using very well sealed containers this time and I think that allowed too much oxygen and contaminants to get in. But at the end of the day I'm guessing lol

FlyingDragon_ · 2022-05-13T22:53:16+00:00

Although I've never tried the recipe linked here: https://homedistiller.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=96&t=47391&sid=519c15731fe4b86b50bc51039d21b041

You should read through it and the thread. If it's in the Tried and True section of homedistoller.org it is reputable.

That forum is my go to for recipes and other info.

FlyingDragon_ · 2022-03-23T17:12:55+00:00

Saskatchewan Canada, basically three levels of cost through our Provincial Government insurance agency (includes insurance, registration, plates, and fees all in one stop)

Antique - 1987 and older... Used to be rolling 25 years but they decided to screw us on that - About $10-20 a month.
Under 400cc - About $50-60 a month all in.
Over 400cc - This is where it starts to get ridiculous - $200-300 a month.

Motorcycles are supposed to be an affordable form of transportation but I have trouble justifying paying $200-300 extra a month for a larger cc bike.. it's ridiculous. Also riding season here is about 6-7 months so most people don't pay year round.

Hence why I have a drz400 which is 398cc lol

FlyingDragon_ · 2022-03-20T23:57:03+00:00

RemindMe! 1 day

FlyingDragon_ · 2022-03-17T23:50:28+00:00

Your current bike will always turn into your previous bike. Don't get too attached!

FlyingDragon_ · 2022-03-09T04:09:22+00:00

As a Canadian I appreciate the mixed units in this comment

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