Steve Vander Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 Hey Guys, Im new to this forum. I posted an intro in the newby section. Just picked up an 82 maxim 400 in pretty decent shape. Needs a few things but otherwise im a pretty happy guy. The bike came without side covers and a cover for the air filter. The filter is exposed and i was wondering if its critical to have that covered to operate? Im having alot of troubles finding any parts for this bike. Thanks for any help Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kindest Posted August 7, 2011 Share Posted August 7, 2011 Hey Guys, Im new to this forum. I posted an intro in the newby section. Just picked up an 82 maxim 400 in pretty decent shape. Needs a few things but otherwise im a pretty happy guy. The bike came without side covers and a cover for the air filter. The filter is exposed and i was wondering if its critical to have that covered to operate? Im having alot of troubles finding any parts for this bike. Thanks for any help Steve you shouldn't need the side plastic fairings but if the air filter is supposed to be contained in something then it could potentially screw with the airflow causing the bike to not run @ its optimal. Does it look like a pod filter or is it like a stock filter (almost looks more like a paper oil filter). if the bike runs/idles good and the spark plugs don't appear like they are being abused from either too rich or to lean I would say just ride and enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArcheRD350 Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 you do need the filter cover it helps to keep dust off the filter eliment. I saw some on Ebay for sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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