Yamaha Customs

top offer seems good: http://www.thefastone.co.uk/products.asp?cat=454

Thinking of getting some Cobra pipes with a FI2000 unit for my XVS 1300. Although I'm also weighing up the Vance and Hines pipes too, but like the sound of Cobra's. I can get hold of the Vance and Hines in UK. The US of A have all the good stuff. Can only find suppliers in the USA for Cobra, anyone know where i can get some in the UK ?? Its all about the ££'s right now..... What you guys think Cobra OR Vance and Hines for an XVS 1300?? MIG

Hey folks this isnt really a query on anything just want to know peoples opinions!!! i think i have heard Ttaskmaster talk about this bike the Triumph Rocket III, my firend got this beast of a bike in dark red n cram colour scheme and i have fallen in love with it!! (aswell as GOFF lol) does any1 want to put iinput into this?? triple exhaust system a radiator bigger than my plasma t.v lol and over 2litre engine!!!! what is going on! the onlything i didnt like was the toe' heel clutch system although he said you ca just use it the normal way. wat a beauty!!!

Hmmm Helicopter Tape?... Yes - helicpter tape - I work in the Military Aerospace Industryy. In order to protect the leading edges of wings / propellor / impellor blades from stone ships, we use something like this: - http://www.lasaero.com/article/a-proptape Any1 use anything similar to this on bikes?... hmm £1 per foot ain't cheap, but its bloody good stuff!.. I think formula 1 cars use something similar (maybe of a commercial grade as opposed to aerospace grade).. I'll have to cut some extra piece next time.... I was thinking of around the fork area..

Ive just bought a 98 535 virago.I think its American spec,as there isnt a center stand fitted I bought a pattern one,but just realised there isnt much to get hold of within reach to help heave it up onto this stand.Does anyone know of a grab handle of sorts thats on the market somewhere that could be fitted to help in lifting it when putting it on the center stand??? Failing that I'll probably have to make up something to bolt somewhere near the seat there is a couple of strong points there.

Yet another question.... must feel like being on mastermind!.. what is the correct way to "stand" the bike?.. Obviously, side stand down, then should the handlebar be turned to the left, or the right, I turn the handlebar to the right, as the bike stands more upright, is this correc.... Please advise... kindest regards, -Mits- Hmmm chees and mango chutney sarnies with wholegrain baked crisps -Sourcream and cracked black pepper.. lurrrvleeeeeeee

Just a queikc hi to you all. my name is Andy, Just got my first Yamaha the lovley xv 535. When i first got it dint wont to go over 60 ish, all sorted now theres some good advice on here lol. im dislexyic so if caint allways read whot iv put youl know why..

Hey guys its me again 125 dragstar (2004) with more problems, i was on with a post talking about the feeling of loss of power (that out of fuel sensation) more recently this has prgressed to a popping (like popcorn popping) sound coming from the front end just behind my front wheel, also from the lower exhaust as if one of the exhausts isnt firing out properly, like its backfiring, can anyone advise (in lamens terms) as im in experienced at the mo!!!! Grateful for any input as usual!!!! Chris

Hi guys, Anyone know what the updated differences between last years XVS1300A model and this years 2009 model ?? Example:- in 2008 we know the clutch noise was sorted out from the 2007, the clutch assembly package was replaced. I can't find anything different so far from last year 2008 to this years model.... Anyone shed some light ?? MIG

hi lads and lasses i need some advise i have a virago 535 when i try to start it the starter motor just spins allmost sure this is the starter clutch problem local shop wants ££££££££££££££ to replace clutch hunted the net found a starter clutch repair kit i have the haynes manual any hints tips or advice would be welcome thanks pat

Hi lads! I would like to buy some customising parts for my Dragstar 650 like a sissy bar, highway bar, passing lights etc. Is there a good shop with online buying possibility where I can get all of the above by one order and the selection is quite big as well? Thank you

I have an XVS 650 Dragstar (P reg'd) and am enquiring - does any1 know what the recommendation is in terms of how long you can leave the bike in one position (ie. on its side stand)? I work in the Aerospace industry and there are certain constraints with respect to aircraft tyres and how long you can leave the vehicle in one parked aspect before thre is a risk of developing "flat-spots" on the tyre. Bearing in mind - procedures / rules / regulations are more stringent on aircraft, I still couldn;t help but wonder if there is a recommendation for bikes parked on side stands....... regards, -Mits- PS my bikes been in my garage in the same position for 2 week…

Hi folks! I've just bought saddle bags for my Dragstar 650. I've seen on many used bikes that the bags remove the paint from the rear fender as it moves a bit all the time. Is there any way to protect the paint before I install the bags? Thank you

hi gang im the new boy? got a 650 2002 model dragster only running on number 2 not sparking on number 1 ive replaced the coil but no joy any idears looking to replace icu see if that does the trick

Are these exhausts any good?.. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Yamaha-DRAGSTAR-V-ST...A1%7C240%3A1318 Whats everyones opinion of them?.. do you need to re-jet or optimise carbs if replacing stock exhausts?... regards, -Mits-

Any1 got any cheap Mods that I can carry out on my baby?... regards, -Mits-

Im new to bikes, im looking for my first bike which will mainly be for comuting, but i want a bike that will look good, and is comfortable. I recently went into my local bike dealer and they showed me the four 125cc bikes they had in stock, an old Honda, two mopeds and a Yamaha Dragstar 125 xvs 2004 for £1495, what i want to know is, would this be an ideal bike to start on, and is it a good deal? (its done close to 18000 miles) thanks

Free bike parking for motorcyclists could be scrapped nationally because information needed to oppose the move has been kept from riders, according to campaigners. Under law people have six months to object to new parking charges for motorcycles becoming permanent. But public notices telling riders vanished within days of the charges being introduced. A campaign group says motorcyclists across the country will lose long-standing free bike parking bays and urges riders to sign the group’s petition on Number 10’s website at Deadline to sign up by: 06 March 2009 http://petitions.number10.gov.uk/bikeparkingfees/

Hi all, I'm back after me heart attack, but I've got a problem. I resprayed all me tins over the last few months, put some gas into the tank and discovered that the damb rubber carb connector manifold has perrished and split. Petrol peed out every where and I can't seem to get another any where. No breakers by us ! I've got a baby dragstar 125, can any one help? If so drop me a line. Many thanks in anticiation. OGRi.

I have a front and rear cast aluminium wheels for sale on ebay for a Yamaha XVS Dragstar 1100 if anyone is interested. They are a straight swap for wire spoked wheels and alot easier to clean. (plus they look cooler IMO!) ) http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Yamaha-XVS-1100-Drag...A1%7C240%3A1318 Thanks, Stu