MarkD Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 I just picked up a 1987 Yamaha Virago 535 10 days ago. I unknowingly left the key in P instead of Off for a day and completely killed the battery. Have been compression starting it mostly since then. I bought a trickle charger and it has started once or twice but mostly needs to be compression started. So, I'm thinking I need a new battery. Best source??? I asked a local bike mechanic and was quoted $120USD. Is that a lot? Is it because he's selling only top quality batteries, or is he just marking it up too much? I'm OK paying more for a better battery that will last longer, but I don't want to pay more just for fun. I would love to get recommendations on the best source of the following: - Parts like batteries, turn signals, shocks. - Advice on projects like painting the bike properly. I'd like to paint the colored parts that are currently burgandy, yellow. - Source for good quality leather bike jacket. I like the classic speed racer look. Not cruiser with tassles, not sport bike with lightning bolts, just black leather with a bright stripe. - Where do I get a complete owner's manual and a shop manual Thanks in advance for your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cov_AL Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 What do you mean by compression started? Bump started?? (push it along and then bump it into gear?) $120 is A LOT for a battery, in the UK you'd be looking at £12 (less than $20) As for sourcing stuff - Try eBay... I've had some bargains on leatherware from http://www.jafrum.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkD Posted March 27, 2009 Author Share Posted March 27, 2009 What do you mean by compression started? Bump started?? (push it along and then bump it into gear?) I mean that I give it a push, then pop into second with a little gas to start it up. Thanks for the feedback. I'm going to look around for a battery. thanks for the heads up on the online place too. Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkD Posted March 31, 2009 Author Share Posted March 31, 2009 I would love advice on Painting my bike. All the colored parts that is: Gas Tank, the fake gas tank, front and back fenders. Also, any leads on where to find manual for 87 Virago 535? Thanks much!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingKennyWannabee Posted March 31, 2009 Share Posted March 31, 2009 I just got a very nice leather jacket at the Goodwill for $8.00 !!! It is old, but is in perfect shape. Not cracked or too worn. It is very thick, and warm. And it matches my black bike perfectly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingKennyWannabee Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Today, my GF found a nice leather jacket at the Salvation Army.(not as nice as MINE, though, but hers was only $6.50) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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