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  1. Hard to Get Parts
    Oh this bike.... it's now stuck in Brazil with no compatible TCI or a mechanic that knows about it.. It's also for 1 pick up(?) Coil. We're trying to help this friend but the distance is complicating everything.. They burn the original one by not knowing or on purpose ruining it..
  2. πŸ”§ Motorcycle Repair πŸ”§
    Hey Guys, just got this 1988 VX535. Have spark and 125 PSI compression. Rear cylinder is not firing and doesn't appear to be getting fuel as the spark plug is completely dry. I disassembled the carbs and ran everything through an ultrasoninic cleaner. Pulled the float cover off and it had...
  3. Cruiser Forum
    Hello, After many years I've parted with my Virago. Developed starter problems and after reading about the issues in the this dept. I've decided it's new bike time rather than keeping spending money on it. Looking for another reliable naked cruiser and aiming at either VT750 shadow, VZ800...
  4. Vintage Forum
    Please help. I've maintained and services my bike for 50K miles. My bike will cruise 0-20mph , but when I crank the throttle wide open it just 'uuuuggg's at me, no acceletation. Applying choke during acceleration attempt(ie more fuel) does nothing.Plugs and spark are great. I'm looking to the...
  5. 🏍 General Motorcycle Discussion 🏍
    Hi, has someone used such mix on their motorcycle? I have a Virago 535 and would like to put Cobras 140/90/15 on the rear and Roadrider 90/90/19 on the front and wondering if it is good/safe combo.
  6. First Bike / New Rider
    Hello motorcycle community. I am a new rider, just got my license a month ago and i am looking to get my first motorcycle and would like to have your experienced opinion on the matter. A little bit about myself so maybe you could assist me better. I am 31 and live in Germany. a Motorcycle for...
  7. Vintage Forum
    Hi, what do guys think about putting Metzeler Roadtec 01 90/90/19 on front and Michellin Commander III 140/90/15 on the back?
  8. Yamaha
    Hello, I have a 1997 yamaha virago 750. My dad parked it 2 years ago when he hurt his back. The bike ran great when parked. It has sat for the last 2 years. I had the carbs cleaned and rebuilt at a yamaha shop. The bike starts and will idle. The front cylinder does not warm up, the back does. I...
  9. 🏍 General Motorcycle Discussion 🏍
    New here! Recently we bought a decaro 400cc, year 2008 and we like to know everything about it, because I couldn't find too much on the internet.. Battery type, tyres, how to graduate 2 carburetors, tips, do and don'ts... E V E R Y T H I N G ? Thank you! Update: It's the Virago 400's copy.
  10. πŸ†• New Member Introductions πŸ†•
    I'm looking to do an overhaul on my 2017 VStar 250 and I'm finding a lot of after market parts for the Virago 250 but not as many for the VStar 250. The bikes look incredibly similar in regards to their engine size, frame, and other things. I'm curious if the parts for the Virago would be...
  11. 🏍 General Motorcycle Discussion 🏍
    1987 Yamaha virago 535. It would slowly drain the battery when running, and never charge more than 12,6V at high rpm's. 1: Measured the stator AC output with engine running, outputs gave 30V, 30V and 2,5V at 2000rpm. --> replaced the stator. Note: also bought a new regulator...
  12. πŸ”§ Motorcycle Repair πŸ”§
    1989 Yamaha Virago XV750 My buddy was wiring on an aftermarket headlight bar, and the wire touched the body and now the headlights and spedometer lights are not working The fuse didn't blow There is no headlight relay Yes, the bulb is fine Half of the fuse ploe (or whatever you call where it...
  13. πŸ”§ Motorcycle Repair πŸ”§
    Okay, So I have a 81 Yamaha Virago. When I bought it, the bike was in good working order, had a few cosmetic issues, apparently though while sitting in my garage a gremlin broke in and ruined it, or I am just very unlucky. So basically my bike wont turn over, click, chug or start for that...
  14. Sport Bike As First Bike
    Hello fellow motorcycle enthusiasts, I am going to buy a bike for everyday use here in sunny Florida in the next few days. I have about 5K miles of experience ten years ago on a Harley Sportster 883, a friend's bike that I rode when we would go to bike week and Sturgis. I am 6'1" and...
  15. Building, Restoration & Modification
    Just picked up a 1983 yamaha virago 920. The plans are to make it into a bobber, similar to one I saw in an article, I'm going to replace the front end with an r1 set up, and the remove most of the tail section to make it fairly naked. I'm sure I will have many questions as this is my first...
  16. Riders and the Law
    Well, I need help. The problem is as follows: A friend offered me a Yamaha Virago 750 that clearly has been sitting for a while. He got it from a friend who took it off her ex boyfriends hands. There are no keys, paperwork, anything except a VIN number and the motorcycle itself. What's next in...
  17. First Bike / New Rider
    Hi, I'm new to the forum, I've been looking around for a bike for a while now. Been saving some money. Where I live (Sri Lanka) its not legal to own or ride a bike over 250cc (I know it s**ks) So most of the 250cc's are very very expensive!, any how. I saw this bike 250cc Virago online for a...
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