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WELCOME, CLICK ON THIS PHOTO TO SEE MORE OF MY VIRAGO TIPS AND TRICKS

WELCOME, CLICK ON THIS PHOTO TO SEE MORE OF MY VIRAGO TIPS AND TRICKS


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bernie 17-Mar-2010 17:14
( virago xv1100 1994 )
hi can you help :when i engage my from brake the pistons would'nt retract back to release the pads so it was locking on, i striped them still could'nt fix the prob so renewed the master cylinder componets problem fixed after out for a ride 71 miles later the problem came back i can't figure it out.bleeding them release's the piston's temp. please help
Ben 26-Jan-2010 11:36
Hi. I own a 1982 VX750SE, and the problem i now have is that my mixture control valve is shot and yamaha have stopped making this part. is this vital or can i just block the tubes off? and if it is important, is there something else i can use?
liz 24-Jan-2010 16:16
hi, i have a 1999 virago xv125s and i am experiencing problems with it. it seems that whenever it rains the bike misfires and looses power causing the bike to come to a complete stop. I was wondering whether you have experienced this problem before? and if so how do you fix it? i have had a play around with the bike and i did an experiment. i sprayed water around different parts of the bike and i found that when the water went near the caburetor and the inlet manifold the bike started to misfire and loose power. so i have taken the carburetor off and the inlet manifold and found that the o rings that seal the manifold are perished do you think this might be the problem? and also do you know of anything else that it could be that is causing my bike to play up?
Guest 15-Oct-2009 00:53
Hi, I'm thinking about converting my Virago 125 into a 250, first of all - is it possible? And can I just put a 250cc engine into the frame or would I need to make other adaptions? Thanks for your time
Chris
brian 07-Aug-2009 16:04
put two up or one heavy person on my bike and on pull off and change gears sounds if the clutch is trying to catch up ,once it does pulls like norm same dropping down a gear over take feels like its slippin to catch up engine revs away bike goes no faster anyone help i thought it might be diaphram spring ?? all suggestions welcome
Brian dine 06-Aug-2009 11:13
hi,is it true that an 1100cc engine can fit in my 1984 virago of 750cc?I am desperately looking for a new or reconditioned 750 or 1100 cc engine
Guest 03-Jul-2009 07:56
Hi,could someone tell me where the oil drain plug on virago 535/1991 is located?
Thanx a bunch!
Guest 03-Jul-2009 07:55
Hi,could someone tell me where the oil drain plug on virago 535/1991 is located?
Thanx a bunch!
jim 03-Jul-2009 02:17
I am having charging problems on my 86 1100 Virago 1100.
How do I test the rectifier to see if is ok or not?
Also a wire that comes from the stator and connects to the
rectifier is melted at the connector. Could a bad stator or
rectifier cause this?

Thanks Jim
shiftdown 25-Jun-2009 19:01
I have just purchased a 1984 Yamaha Virago 1000. 44,500 kms on it. What do I have to do to ensure that the forks are working properly?
You can email me directly at: bendelmac71@gmail.com In subject line: Virago. thanks
Alex 16-Jun-2009 20:05
I have a 1995 1100 Virago and would like to put a heel/tow shifter on it, but have been unable to find anything - any thoughts on this?
Simon 08-Jun-2009 16:47
I have a 1996 Virago 535: when I put on the keys and turn the switch to run a clicking is heard. I've checked the battery, it was down to 50%. The horn also won't work. Is this a short circuit problem - causing the battery to wear?
Thanks
iamflagman 01-Aug-2008 07:08
I know that there are a lot of you folks that have been asking questions about your Viragos here on my "VIRAGO TIPS AND TRICKS" photo web site and sometimes I can answer them for you, but there are a few excellent Virago type forums out there on the Internet that can be a better source of information than I can be, so my suggestion is to ask your question on one, or better yet all of these forums listed below;

Official Virago Owners Club Forum; http://forums.delphiforums.com/vocroom/start

The Yamaha Virago Mailing List and Archives; http://archives.bengrosser.com/virago/

Yahoo! VOC; http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/viragoownersclub/

ViragoTech.com Forum; http://viragotechforum.com/phpBB/portal.php

John Finn
"VIAGROMAN"

mike 23-Jul-2008 14:03
i have a xv1100 with a bad tci box.{i think}backfires when idling after warmup. can i replace it with one from a 750,920,1000.
Marc 23-Jun-2008 23:51
How do i find TDC on an 1982 Virago xv920j? I need to adjust the valaves and i've only adjusted them on cars before. i removed the side cover, but do i put it on the "t" line or the "f" line or the blank line? Thanks for any help.
Marc 23-Jun-2008 23:50
How do i find TDC on an 1982 Virago xv920j? I need to adjust the valaves and i've only adjusted them on cars before. i removed the side cover, but do i put it on the "t" line or the "f" line or the blank line? Thanks for any help.
Curt 18-Jun-2008 21:04
I have a 1985 xv700 and I want to change the fork seals, but I don't have a clue where to start. I noticed at the top of my forks there needs to be a very large star bit to unscrew it. I don't know if that would even be necessary, but where would i get a bit that big? Is there a process that I could go through to do this without paying the big bucks? Any info. would be greatly appreciated.
Iman 14-Jun-2008 20:13
Hi, I have a 1985 Virago 700. I would like to increase the air flow to my carbs. Any ideas?
Thank you
John C. 28-Nov-2007 05:34
Colyn- When I put pipes and stage 1 jets and needles in my XV1100 I had to adjust the needles that came with the jet kit down 1 notch from the recommended setting. They spec'd the #4 slot...I had to use #3 to get rid of the backfire and adjust the pilot screws out a total of 2 turns in the front and 2 1/2 turns on the back cylinder. Bikeneeds to at running temperature to make the adjustments and then you take what you get at cold engine temps during warmup period. Some idle adjustment is needed too. Make sure your throttle cables have appropriate slack. Go to www.drpiston.com and read his carb articles on the Virago
John C. 28-Nov-2007 05:23
Joe, The air pressure on the front forks is usually between 9 and 18 psi. I like rididng with 12 psi in my XV1100. Use your air compressor with the regulator set at no more than 20 psi to fill them...quick bursts of air. When you check pressure with your pressure gauge you will lose about 2 psi each time you check them.
Joe 10-Nov-2007 15:25
I need the Air Preassure specs on my 94 1100 Virago front forks. i just bought it and don't want to blow the seals.

thanks
Colyn James 22-Oct-2007 19:39
Hi< ihave aVirago XV1100 with after market pipes i think they are jardine slashbacks the motor backfires a lot when i throttle off,as any one encountered this problem and cured it,can you tell me what adjustments to make to carbs,at the moment settings are pilot jet No1 60 pilot jet No2 140 main jet front 125 rear 122.5 do i have to alter needle.
regards Colyn
Guest 02-Sep-2007 16:17
Please help I need the specs to adjust my values on a 1984 virago 1000. Can any one help me? Joseph
Rob 02-Aug-2007 08:33
Danny- awesome question, i'm having the same problem with my 89 FZR 600. Its sounds like a timing problem because it's backfiring through the carbs. If your question is answered please drop me an email. Rcote@rawhide.org
danny 08-Jul-2007 19:57
i'm having trouble with my carbs on my 99 535. the bike sat for a while before i bought it and now theres a sputter at low rpms as if its backfiring through the carbs. i thought that it might be bad gas or my low speed jet. i just cant figure it out. any ideas? please contact me.
erik rodriguez 12-Apr-2007 02:15
great site my question..ihave a 1985 700 virago im looking to to change the rear fender but i don't know what otherfender could be used to do this i was told that a honda rebel 450 fender would fit but im not sure and i dont want to spend a bunch of$$$ and not be able to fit the fender has anybody here done this or any help would be welcomed.
wayne 11-Mar-2007 19:53
hi could anyone help with a gear box problem on a yamaha 535 is there any forum site you could help me with thanks again