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i bought this recently and can't figUre out the year. number on frame is Y33-L1508742 number on engine is L1508742

Hi, sorry im new to this.. Ive been left a Yamaha bike a year or so ago, which i put in my garage and left... Im having a clear out and have decided to find out what it is... I have got the frame number off the bike, with this number does anyone have any ideas how i can find out what year/model etc this bike is??? I think its a 50cc.. ?? - but when it comes to bikes i dont have a clue?!!.. Any help would be great.. Thanks TT-Lush

Hello everyone! I own a 1982 Yamaha DT 175...since yesterday, the kickstart does not turn the engine and can be moved with a finger. It used to do this during the first 2 kickstarts, but then you could feel the lever turning the engine and everything would be fine. I noticed that when I tilt the bike, or simply leave the stand down, the kickstart works fine. IT seeme like there is a mechanism that is not in place when the bike is vertical. As you can imagine this really is a pain and I look like an idiot trying to start the bike sideways!! I also have another question....the light coming out of the front headlamp is very dim, especially when I swicth on the 'brig…

i'm running a little lean. bluing on the pipes. I can't remember which way to move the screws. screw in - less air? screw out - more air?

not sure of the level i should start using... any thoughts?

Does anyone know the oil capacity of YL1 transmission? And also what weight of oil it uses.

Well, for starters i am, a first timer. apart from being on the back of a friend's bike and formerly owning a 50cc scooter, i am a total newbie. this is the bike i am considering. any idea as to the diagnosis? i am very comfortable with a wrench, etc. and also have a good friend/biker who would be willing to help me get started riding. http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/mcy/524295443.html i have also downloaded drewpy's service manual (thanks), which is how i found this forum, just searching for xs360. anyway all help would be appreciated. thanks

A friend of mine told me about Kingsway Insurance for motorcycles. I got a quote of $1284/year for a 1973 RD200. I have a clean record and im planning on using this bike for fun and to commute this summer. Looking for other companies that specialize in this field. Thanks P.S. Im new to this site...just want to say Hello all. My name is Landon from Ontario .

I'm currently rebuilding a 1980 DT175MX. Sadly its been sitting in a shed for 17 years so has accumulated a hell of a lotta rust in lots of places. I've almost stripped it down to the frame now and would be grateful for any advice on what anyone thinks the best methods for rust removal are. I've been told about all sorts from 'blasting' to 'dipping' and would love to know what people's experiences are. Cheers Josh

looking for a new or second hand carb to finish the rebild on my bike

seat cover is in greeat shape (no cowl) best offer speedo 11,549 miles/ plus chrome shell best offer front forks that need new seals some pitting near triple tree mounting area best offer usable right side cover, one tab has a crack but its still all there(super glue maybe) should be primed and painted best offer wiring loom best offer CDI best offer coil best offer

hi all my names mark and im new too the site,i have brought a 1975 yamaha rs 125 in green with 2990 miles on the clock the bike it self was stored in a barn for the owner said 25 years. the bike its self is in like new condition its all origanal no missing parts or dents scratches or nothing, there is the odd bit of rust but it rubed off. anyway im just wanting too find out what this sort of bike is worth as i didnt pay alot for this bike and if there is a profit im well up for it.i will post pics so you can see what it looks like but just a rough guess or something would be a start. thanks everyone mark

I have a 79' model DT175 which I'm getting ready for registration. The oil light (2 stroke tank under side cover)is on all the time. I have pulled out the switch and checked the operation of the contacts which seem OK. The switch has 3 wires going to it ( I could not work out why it needed 3 wires?) and on closer inspection I found that there is a diode inside a resin type of plug in the top of the switches rubber top. I checked the diode and it seems OK. ( I'm an Electrician) When I disconnect the diode the switch works OK. I would like to know what the diodes purpose in life is?? Why would you need a diode across what should be a simple switch?? Thanks Mark

I am trying to obtain a new oil cooler, the hosed and fittings for an '83 XJ550. For some reason these are not shown or listed in the spares catalogue. Can anyone help ?

Just picked up a 82 xs400 dohc and upon inspection noticed the rear shock seams to be worn. This is my first motorcycle so I'm not sure if the shock is rebuildable or if i can simply readjust it into spec. Also, I've searched for a new replacement piece but they're discontinued. I've seen some old ebay listings with used shocks, but would rather stay away from that if possible (dont know what i'm getting). Are there any recommendations as to aftermarket pieces or shocks from a different bike that'd work. Just want to see if there is someone out there who has figured it out already before I start busting into it. THANKS!

Hi ive just bought 1978 DT 175 so i was told it has no number plate and no docs. its frame and engine number matches i was told i can find out what it really is with them can anyone help? greatly appreciated

got my 76 xs off the fixin table and shes a roller again, lots of little stuff left, finish rebuild on carbs, find a headlight , finish the wiring , and decide weather to swap out the charging system for something newer. this bike started out as a low mile one owner barn bike that was totaly neglected .

i am restoring a 1973 RT3 360 yamaha enduro. my question is this, does anyone know where i can find a close match for the original paint? (baja brown) thanks for any info.....rick

just got into bike modding this year, cosmetics are simple, and cheap, I buy these older bikes for a couple hundred, mechanically great with low miles, just an outdated look, drop em, solo seat, modify fenders, and change out handlebars to give these bikes a cooler styling. Just got an xs-1100 yesturday, but my buddy mentioned that I may have problems because it's a shaft drive, my others so far have been chain. I've looked on the net and see plenty of lowered shaft drive bikes, so is it not an issue??? or do I have to do something internal to compensate the change of degree of the shaft. I'll be dropping her about 5 inches right down on the tire and using fender struts.…

When I open the choke the bike just turns over and doesn't sound like it is sparking. I took the plugs out and they are sooty and have un-burnt fuel on them. If I close the choke it sounds like it wants to spark and it would if I just opened the choke. But, as I said, opening the choke kills it completely. Any ideas? Carbs?