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will a yamaha FJ 1200 engine fit into a yamaha genesis 1000 FZR frame as wanting to build another streetfighter , thanks .

Just this week I rebuilt the motor of this exact model of bike. I bought it pretty cheap because someone had broken the piston rings. So I just put the rings in, and the bike fired right up. Next day, being yesterday, it wouldnt. I checked for spark but got small white sparks. So following clymers manual, started checking resistance. The book gives me resistance values for a m100-08 magneto, but my magneto is m100-16. Are the values going to be the same? Theres a red/white to black test which should have no resistance, but I am getting infinite resistance there. Is that my issue? Not sure how to proceed. Thanks to anyone who can offer some advice

I want to repaint the 2 sidepanels on my 1981 XT250 but am struggling to get a code, prefer a RAL so I can get an aerosol made up. Have tried Ford Diamond white but is a mile away from the tank white. I presume the white on the tank has faded after 32 yrs so it may be prudent taking it to my local paint place and doing a physical match against the tank. Any other ideas folks? Also, a picture I've got shows YAMAHA decals to both sidepanels but cos its a b&w pic can't tell colour etc. Are these still available? All suggestions most welcomed.

well over the weekend i done my ibt course . before i booked it i looked around andgot some info. most of the bigger companys were just were just men who done a course to teach a course then i came accross a guy called mick finlay an rsa approved instructor from kildare and i hav to say what a man . he maybe an instructor but a tru biker he showed me stuf over the two days on my fazer that would make me feel id pass any test not ones did i feel i was on a course he made it fun and enjoyable i would highly recomend mick finlay to anyone . nxt is my full licence test and with micks help im sure il no problems passing that .....

After seeing that they were closing down I went to my local shop in Bradford. I was disapointed. After seeing tales of bargains that had been had by other people I was expecting to get a nice pair of boots and whatever else took my fancy. For a start the shop I went to was had only reduced items by 30% and the choice was very limited. It was mainly all the top end gear which even after a 30% reduction was still out of my price range. Did any one on here manage to get any bargains?

I got a 1972 Yamaha 360 RT2 that is in need of a new motor. As I was taking it apart i was finding metal peaces all around and some where falling out of it. I was wondering if anyone had that motor laying around and would like to sell it for a descent price. Or can I put any kind / style of motor in it????

has anyone else have an xj900 pre diversion, which experiences a flat spot between 3000 and 4000 revs? the carbs are balanced, and the the only way to alleviate the symptons are to turn the mixture screws out to 31/2 turns instead of 21/2 . can anybody help

Hi guys, Anyone out there with an 89 DT125R which they know still has the original block in it. I've just checked mine and it has 3MB00 on it. I cant find anything on tinterwebz that says this is right (in fact things that say its wrong). I need to do the top end and know that the piston sizes differ 88-89 (56.40mm) and 90 onwards (56.00mm). Then i guess then ive gotta see if its already been bored total PITA getting a 2nd hand bike, i wanna know everything Thanks in advance guys $t0F

im looking to upgrade the currently pants bulbs in the YBR's front light, so that hopefully ill be able to see the road ahead on the ever darkening winter nights ive found http://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/H4-Ring-XENON-Ultima-120-Headlamp-Bulb-60-55W-pair.html?bulb_search=b970]this bulb which seems to be compatible... could i simply plug this in without damaging the wiring, as 55w seems a little more than i currently use, and i might have read that a 50w bulb could overload the wiring to the headlight and would it be sensible to replace both main beam AND dipped bulbs with these alternatives thanks

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

Can anyone tell me where to find the adjuster for the seat release cable on the X Max 250, and how to remove the relevant panels so as to get at it?

Hi.I need a new screen for my 97 XJ600n and am looking at the Puig ones.On ebay they seem to be only listed for a 98 onwards as far as I can tell,does anyone know if the 98 screen is likely to fit a 97 model? Thanks in advance.Tony.

My Mt03 had an error code come up whilst I was riding, it showed PRO, stopped bike and the rev counter stuck at 4000, whilst engine off Left engine off and still showed error code. any ideas and needle stuck at 4000. Bike was running ok,although very heavy rain.

I know it was only sold in Canada for one year, 1992 Are there any members of the owners club with an 850 in Canada? or am I the only lucky one! I owned an 05 TDM900 in England, one hell of a bike. I wish I'd been able to fit it in my suitcase. OU55 FRD I miss you.

hey folks i found this link some may find usefull the reason i found it is i need a new set of bars for my xv535 and my friend gave me a set from his dragstar before task attacks me haha i seen your posts on the subject lol well the bars he gave me measure 1" which agrees with the table seems some dragstars have 22mm bars(task) and others have 25mm just thought i'd post this link in case anyone else has the same prob http://www.sideroadcycles.com/ImportedMotorcycles/ImportHandlebars/StockBarsOne.html

hey people im looking at changing my indicators to led then having a little tidy of the rear end so ive been on fleebay looking for universal tail tidys and i stumbled across the acrebis linky ---> http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-ACERBIS-LED-REAR-STOP-TAIL-LAMP-PLATE-HOLDER-ENDURO-/360392786065?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item53e9158091 can anyone confirm of there build quality and brightness of there rear light? also it doesnt look like there is any holes for fitting indicators so i guess ill have to make my own. has anyone got any other tail tidys they can point me towards?? my dtr has the rear light under the mudgaurd not the small one on the top like i …

Hi everyone. I want to let you all know about a bad experience I´ve had with a north american second hand bike parts dealer (www.cyclesalvage.com in California) so that you don´t have the same problem or at least you think twice before buying from them. A month ago I began looking for a Kickstart SHAFT, this company gave me a quote with shipping included and I decided to buy from them. I sent an email with the exact details of the part (kickstart shaft for a Yamaha xt250 from 1980). The company then sent me their paypal details and I waited for the part. When it arrived the package contained a kickstart LEVER. I got in touch with them by email and complained. They said I …

Hello, i've just bought a 1985 DT125 lc. matey boy who i brought it off says it has just had a full engine rebuild and it was fitted with an over sized piston not sure how much bigger it is. i know i need to upjet the carb but im not sure what size to get?? whats the standard size thats in it??

Hi Guys, Just wanted to know is that yamaha DT175 or blaster 200 cylinder block can be fit in to yamaha rxs engine?? has anyone modify it before?? Thanks

The Biker test.. Midnight bugs taste best. Saddlebags can never hold everything you want, but they CAN holdeverything you need. NEVER argue with a woman holding a torque wrench. Never try to race an old Geezer, he may have one more gear than you. Home is where your bike sits still long enough to leave a few drops ofoil on the ground. You'll get farther down the road if you learn to use more than twofingers on the front brake. Routine maintenance should never be neglected It takes more love to share the saddle than it does to share the bed. The only good view of a thunderstorm is in your rearview mirror. Never be afraid to slow down. Only Bikers understand why d…