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I have a 2010 XT125X - and noticed from day one that the dash clock runs about 2mins slow a day. I contacted Yamaha UK who showed practically no interest in this issue stating that 'it was standard' on these models!! Has anyone else noticed this issue and would anyone else like to make comment about how a multinational technology giant cannot even fit a clock that keeps time to their products? Should I just drop the issue or pursue it? Any comments welcome.

Hello im Tom iv been restoring an XT 250 3y3 (1983 model) The bike was in a right mess when I got it and not running, bent forks bent frame, stuck swingarm and notchy headstock bearing. Stripped it down to the frame, rubbed it down treated it and brush painted it, put all new bushes on swingarm and and did the headstock bearing. Serviced the forks with new oil and seals, trued the wheels and put new tyres on. Tanks been painted. Changed the oil and checked valve clearances. Refurbed the Carb with new full kit and cleaned it all off. Changed the clutch plates and steels as they were dragging serviced the basket which seems to work fine, Its ha…

hi there iv been riding my xt 250 2010 model for about 9 months now and have just turned over 1000 klms when is it due for the first sevice thnak for your help can i take out the restricter in the exaust yet

Has anyone changed their stock XT350 to Supermoto?

Hi all, just bought a couple a basket cases to get back on the road for a Spanish trip next year. Welcome any help and advice Owen

Hi, Just thought I show you my colour scheme on my xt600e fitted with an acerbic tank. I have also got alloy rims/stainless spokes and a full stainless steel quill exhaust system to fit. Will keep you posted on progress as my dt175 is on the bench at the moment.

Hi Guys, I'm having some issues with my XT600e engine head and I will need to replace it in short future unfortunately. One of the exhaust bolt is broken from the 4 and the spark plug comb is on the lose also. I have found "cheap" engine head from US ebay but all of them are for old XT600. So my question is that the "new" 2003 XT600e engine head is compatible with the old XT600 models? (2003 the last XT600 model the changed to new model XT660 as you know) For example: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Yamaha-XT-600-NC-1985-XT600-Cylinder-Head-and-Rocker-Box-Rockers-/161069941201?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item25808441d1 Or if someone would know so…

Hi, names Russell, I'm a XT660R rider, also have a 1977 goldwing parked up. You'l usually find me touring the back tracks, central VIC area.

hi everyone! how's your riding with your XTZ 125?

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Hello, I'm Len Doyle. 60 years old and buying my first Yamaha after 40 odd years of mostly Brits and Hondas. I've been attracted into a project XTZ660 from 1992. It will need some attention, but should be nice fairly quickly, if I can find the parts. Anyone know a stockist for plastic body bits? Front mudguard, radiator cowls etc. Is there a specialist breaker out there? Len

Hello all I need a little adviceI am looking for a custom "off the shelf" exhaust for a Yamaha Virago XV 125 and wondered of someone could help me? Please help, I need it! » Sam Swift - Virago owner

Hi I've just replaced the hoses on my 1900 with GOODRIDGE and i'm having real problems since. I have bleed it thru but the bike keeps stalling once started and put into gear?????!!!!!!!!!!! all idea's/solutions gratefully received.

Hi All, First off a very Merry Christmas to you all. After not riding for over twenty years this will be my first time back out on two wheels once I get the old girl back up and running. I recently acquired an '88 XV400 Virago and I am in the process of getting her back on the road. having a little high idle and back fire issue when on the throttle but other than that she looks like a clean well cared for bike for the age. if any of you could point me to the best places to get technical advice and where to buy spare parts that would be awesome. One question I do want to know, and if anyone has any ideas it would be appreciated is this. What other fuel…

I have a restored XV500 which is looking quite smart. Always on the lookout for spares though. Anyone no how I can get a TDi or CDi? I think that the original part is J4TC1171 22U-82305-20 Regards Guy

has any body had this problem iam a new member and need some advice drained tank put in new fuel and carb cleaner used checked linkage air filter all appear good to go but still high revving this is making riding dangerous any help please icecreamman

Hi guys, I am a new member and have recently purchased a XVS 125. The electric starter doesn’t work. Does anyone know what would cause this? And how much it will cost to fix? It’s had a new battery recently. i am based in Kent so if anyone knows of a decent mechanic please send their details. many thanks

Hi, all Just to say hello and thanks for taking me onboard. Best regards RaySin

Hi all,brand new member`s first post.At the age of 58 I decided at last to get into motorcycles ( messed about at 18 years old then gave up for girls lol) Anyway,took my cbt on a ybr 125 and loved it,bought a bike of the same name a week later ,which I am still riding..... Two years later. Not really bothered about taking my test as the bike is only for commuting to work,but wanted something a little bit different.So now I am the proud ( but nervous)owner of a 2003 xvs 125 dragstar.Mint condition with only 1,191 miles on the clock !! Genuine miles too I have all the sorn docs etc.Reading some of the early posts it seems they are a bugger to get used to and corner? Any ti…

Hi can anyone please give me some advise, on the way to work today I thought I was in 5th gear and dropped to 4th to get up a hill but I was allready in 4th and so had just dropped in to 3rd and it didnt like it. Now I have no power, the engine is running but wont do more than about 30mph and there is a kind of clicking or ticking coming from the engine which gets faster when I rev, PLEASE HELP !!!