vstar 650

Hey everyone Got a Yamaha Vstar 650 classic as my first bike and it has a problem with the rear cylinder not firing. My Dad and I removed the carb and gave it a thorough cleaning, but that didn’t fix it. We replaced the spark plugs too. It was sitting for a bit so the gas is probably bad so our...

In this video I identify the issue with the Vstar, or Star 650 cruiser and the known issue with ethanol that causes the engine to stutter and die directly off idle. Even if the Mikuni carbs are perfectly clean, it doesn't cause much sitting to produce this problem. We evaluate, and then...

Just Noticing Fuel dripping down the front cylinder cover. The cover seems brittle or the chrome finish is brittle so guessing its been going on for a while. Rides fine - came to my attention riding and hearing a pop / felt pressure on shifting hand. similar sensation to lighter blowing up in...

I bought this bike recently (4200 miles) and it is in great working condition except one small annoyance. Sometimes at slower speeds, when I apply the front brake it will make sort of a grinding sound and act a little grabby. I have taken off the caliper and inspected for debris, cracked pads...

She's a 2000 Vstar 650, lots of changes (Harley springer seat, ape bars, LED brake lights, headlight is custom, removed fog lights and turn signals. Its got the foot panels instead of pegs and crash bars (although they seem fairly short). Some sort of custom pipes that are flexible) Got her for...