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So decide to Bobber my xv125 and currently looking at rear suspension, I know the Honda rebel 250 struts bolt straight onto the xv250 and I'm led to believe the xv125 and xv250 are the same bike just different engine bore and cdi unit, so if this is the case the rebel 250 shocks should also bolt straight onto my xv125, Anyone help with this ,

Could anyone advise me on the part number of the XV125 carb and whether its basically the same as the XV250 and XVs125???? My assumption being the only difference would probably be the jets?

Hi, i recently replaced part of the exhaust on the rear cylinder and i was wondering if this would have affected how my bike ran. so i cant read spark plugs but im sure one of the boffins out ther can any help would be appreciated. Also as a side not there was a small oil pool around the hole when i removed the plug see pic 1. Pic 1 http://imgur.com/kwsab3l Pic 2 http://imgur.com/GzHNF07 Pic 3 http://imgur.com/Kx8unkI Sorry for linking out but couldnt find a photo sharer that worked on here.

hi all ,have any of you changed the stock mikunibds26 on the xv125 engine? is there an alternative carb that can be used? does anyone have a mikuni bds26 for sale? mine has died any help would be great. the bike is a sachs roadster but uses xv125 engine. thanks craig

hi ,dont know if this has been covered already. has anyone swopped the xv125 top for a 250? have been on another forum were this seems a common thing. apparently the top switch gives 180cc. my bike is a sachs 125 cc that uses the xv125 engine any thoughts craig

Hi I've noticed that the xv250 virago is identical to the xv125 virago to look at (as far as I can see). Apart from the engine capacity are they essentially the same bike? And would parts be interchangeable between the two bikes? Thanks in advance, Wyn

I have bought an XV 500 VIN confirms it is 1983 model Now the rub no log book or reg number Yes i know what a fool :blink: But i know where its recent history and was willing to take a chance Fortune favors the bold I have applied for log book and am waiting reply or knock on door In the meantime anyone have any idea how i can check if has been imported properly. The speedo is in Km/hr but has uk limits 30 40 70 marked permanently in an amateurish way so i am assuming it has been used in UK at some point. Any help advice welcome ED

Hi all,since I've got insomnia and I was going to post this anyway --you do NOT need to remove the carbs from an XV535 Virago in order to overhaul them. The carbs have been designed so that you can get the jets out from the rhs and the diaphragms on the lhs without having to take the carbs off the bike. I have overhauled the carbs on an XV535 and can vouch for this. You will need a torx drive for the diaphragm side ,but that's it. If you are in disbelief ,take a closer look at the bike or take it to an honest mechanic.

HI MY WIFE HAS A XV535 GREAT BIKE FOR AROUND TOWN AND SHORT TRIPS UP THE MOTORWAY BUT NOT FOR PROLONGED USE AT 70, IF THE BIKE WAS CHAINE DRIVEN I WOULD PUT A SMALLER SPROCKET ON THE REAR PROBLEM SOLVED BUT IT BEING SHAFT DRIVEN I HAVE NO IDEAR, SO IF YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS IN ADVANCE TREVOR

Anyone on here ride a virago 535? I've just changed over from an MT03 660 single to the '96 virago and boy the suspension is... rough. I've never ridden cruisers before and while I get on with the bike quite well (and understand it's a totally different engine), it's the suspension that's giving me trouble (I've already changed the rear shocks for softer ones, checked the tyre pressue, and confirmed the forks are working just fine). Anyone have any experience riding both cruisers and tourers? My voice is shaking from the ride (when I speak to my husband over our headsets) and my shoulders are taking a beating. Is this just "how the virago is" when compared to other bikes?…

AFTER SOME BITS FOR MY VIRAGO, NEED SIDE STAND BRACKET, SIDE STAND, POSSIBLY EXHAUSTS TOO, HELP??

Hi I recently picked up off e-bay 3 xv920's in various stages of disarray. I also picked up a 1983 xv920 frame with title. I am looking for sources to find parts for the 1981 rh and 82 rj model. I am trying to restore one of the the 1981 bikes to origional condition and need parts connection's other than e-bay. Anyone got any ideas? Thanks

done a search but nothing came up...can someone please point me in the right direction..cheers.

Hey guys and Sacha, Well the missus said (with gritted teeth) that i could get a new bike!!!! i know i have been thinking about it before with the KTM super duke and that but now i am going to get a new bike which im looking at a XVS 1100. Im just wanting to know what you guys think of them and your own personal opinions are of them? also do you think £3500 is a bit much for an 2001 model? Click link http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201229479003247/sort/default/usedbikes/cc-from/600cc/model/xvs/make/yamaha/radius/100/page/1/postcode/ba215nq/quicksearch/true?logcode=p Obviously all the crappy tack will be removed etc

hi there just need some help with getting some saddle bags. i got some the other day but there to big, doeas anyone know the size or where i can get them (i want the leather ones) thanks chris

hi i was just seeing if anyone knows if the brake calipars from a xvs dragstar & xv vergo are the same as im having trouble finding one thanks for reading

Hey guys, trying to find some aftermarket parts for my bike (dragstar 125) but finding it hard to locate more than one place that does an aftermarket exhaust to make it louder and some other parts is a bit hard going. Any help would be great, Take care Chris

hi all iv finally sorted out the project! its all done .....well the frame could do with a new paint job and im getting a new seat but apart from that its done!!!! yay so yeah.....here are some pics.....plus iv tried to put it in the garage section on here but for some reason i cant . and for all those that dont know here is a list of mods done to the xvs 125. cbr 125 (04) engine with polished head 14bhp free flow pod filter with custom intake pipe venom exhaust custom engine and radiator mounts custom loom custom seat custom seat mount custom numberplate side mount custom radiator expansion bottle rear mud guard mo…

HI I am looking for advice on where to buy a petrol cap for my xvs 125 dragstar as the Yamaha dealers are very expensive.