20 Most Recent 1996 Yamaha XJR 1200 Questions & Answers

when the tap is in the down position it will only use fuel up to the reserve and you will need to turn the tap up to put it onto the reserve fuel.

As usual on a Yamaha XJ, the key contact failed. Check it and the wires coming to it.

Place the ignition key in the lock which is under the seat in front of the left hand rear indicator and turn the key clockwise. The seat will pop up

ignition timing should not change(electronic ignition), if it runs reasonable valve timing is probably ok,
back fire can be lean fuel mixture, low voltage, intake leaks, exhaust leaks, tight valve clearance, burnt valve, loose electrical plug on ignition system, shorting cut off switch, including, clutch lock out and side stand switches

the seat catch is also the helmet holder lock

got me there ..dont know picture of the 1200 crank out of the casing Engine Parts for Yamaha Fj1100 Fj1200 Xjr1200 Xjr1300

Have you checked out your coils? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rRQ45lT2d3c Here is a good video on how to do it. Different bike, different coils but you will get the idea. If your coils are okay then at the very least it is one thing less to replace. Good luck.