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Sorry to ask, but I need to order REAR brake pads for my 1986 Vmax. My local parts dealer needs a part number? He says he doesn't have any kind of parts catalogue. Anybody ?

I live in a warm climate and my 1986 Vmax starts straight up, every time without using the choke, even after several days not used. If I use the choke the bike will not start and if I use the choke after the engine has started, the bike immediately cuts out. Any ideas. The bike runs great, but...

I'm not unfortunately, but my bike is. I noticed that my '86 smelled a little rich at idle. I decided to turn in the air/fuel mix screws to lean it out a little. I turned them all the way in and immediately noticed that on three of the carbs there was little effect, it still continued to run on...

Living in the Philippines, most of the forecourts offer a choice of either 91 regular or 95 premium. Some also have 97. All the fuel here has an additive of 10% ethanol. Unfortunately, they add a horrible red dye to the fuel which causes carb contamination problems over time. Since I have owned...

My bike died on me last month and the battery was flat and wouldn't charge. Prior to this it had been running fine. I replaced the Yuasa 12v 16amp battery with BS 12V 18amp, which was of the same dimensions and a perfect fit. Since fitting the new battery I have had a 'no spark' issue and the...

Ok, apologies for my ignorance, but where is the Cdi box located on a 1986? I had assumed it was under the left air scoop? but it's not? Thanks

I was riding home last night and about 1 mile from my house, the bike just died. When I attempted to restart it but the battery was flat. I know there is no problem with the charging system, as I have a voltmeter on the bike, which showed it was putting out at least 13+ V when running. I called...

Although my Vmax runs great, I have noticed that when starting from cold, the rear right cylinder has a slight 'misfire'. After idling for a minute it disappears as soon as it starts to warm up. I have also noticed that when the bike starts to get low on fuel it also starts to miss on the same...

I have only had my Max for about 4 months. I had noticed that sometimes the gear changes were a little 'clunky' especially at slower speed. I found that they were a little smoother when accelerating a little harder. Last week, whilst moving the bike on my drive, I slipped and dropped the bike...

A friend of mine has been looking at an '85 Vmax which is in exceptional 'showroom' quality. He knew I had an '86, so was asking for my opinion. He has checked the bikes numbers and the serial/frame number ends with 000003. would this make the bike the 3rd Vmax ever made??

I read somewhere, (maybe on here?) that someone suggested adding a very small amount of 2-Stroke oil to a full tank of fuel, as an additive. The suggested benefit was that it helped to lubricate and would help to soften and prevent perishing of the of rubber parts (fuel lines/diaphragms) in...

Wasn't sure if this should be in Electrical or Carb/Tuning? Just recently, my bike has been cutting out. It starts first time and runs great with full power through all gears, but....after about a half hour riding, it just cuts out. I only have to leave it a few seconds and it starts straight...

I had a plug die on me, so decided to swap them all out. I was intending to replace them will the same NGK DPR8-ea9, but the store was out of stock. Instead the guy recommended an alternative NGK plug which he said was a platinum tip. I can't remember, but I think it was something like DP8-efg...

I would like to warn any other Vmax riders that have a stainless steel radiator protector like mine. Yesterday, I came very close to having a serious accident. I was riding with my wife on the back when I rode over a small, but steep dip in the road, I was travelling at about 30mph. As I hit the...

No, I'm not inquiring into your personal hygiene !! I'm interested in how often you wash and/or wax your Vmax. I have to admit that I am a little OCD when it comes to keeping my bike clean. I usually wash and wax mine twice week. I just can't bare to see her dusty or dirty. My wife refers to my...

I have an '86 which is painted in a metallic maroon color. The quality of the paint looks as though it is original, although I have been told that although maroon was available in '86, 'metallic' maroon wasn't available until '92, so it may have been a good re-spray. The previous owner has had...

My bike is missing its original radiator (overflow)expansion tank cap. The previous owner had been using a regular plastic screw cap, that has come from a 1 liter bottle of engine oil. The screw thread matches, but it obviously doesn't seal the system, which should be pressurized. I am never...

Firstly, some background information. I have only recently got my Vmax. When i got it , it had straight through pipes and the fuel/air carb screws were 'all to hell'. The rear right side was almost completely out (9 turns) and almost completely unseated. It appeared to have been like this quite...

A quick question from a new Vmax owner. My bike is a 1986, but in excellent condition. It appears to be 'stock' regarding the jets and has original pipes. She runs like a dream and has the Vboost. My question is what sort of gas/mileage should I expect to get. At the moment I only seem to be...

I do quite a bit of touring on my bike. My wife and I like to get away for a couple of days at least twice a month, so I have added a few things to make it more practical, such as a Givi hard luggage, twin horns and running lights fitted to the crash bars, a very bright L.E.D. additional 'high...