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Hello all, So, new to my Vmax and with the cold she is running a bit rough. Any idea where the idle speed control screw(s) is so I can adjust it? Thanks, Nick

Couldn't pass it up. Went back for a second look, and the mileage was incredibly low. Also got a ton of information on the previous owner, who turned out to be incredibly thorough in regards to its maintenance outside of the oxidation. The bike even had the original manual and pamphlet from...

Bought it today guys, and after a 3 hour return visit to the dealer because their $500 "reconditioning" didn't notice that the plastic "L" shaped connector to the coolant reservoir was broken. Then, they didn't have the part.... Anyone, it is home now and pictures are coming. Guy at the...

LOL, going up there soon to pick it up. Also, going to look into what I can use to remove the salt build up.... Any products anyone knows of which are readily available?

I agree. The salesman at the dealership was pretty blunt in saying that the only money that they make on consignments is from the service or "reconditioning" fee that they attach to it. Ironically, if the bike needs quite a bit they lose money in the process so allowing someone, i.e. me, to...

Talked the dealer down to 3995 OTD. Dont think that they will drop below it though. Any other concerns I should have with the carburetors and 2nd gear off the table?

Here are some pics of the corrosion. Any idea how I could go about fixing it, and if so how much it would cost me? I know it looks somewhat minor, but it covers all of the front forks, including most of the triple tree and the speedometer.

Jagco, no hard feelings and I apologize if it came across that way. From the pictures online it looks flawless and like an amazing deal. After I got home, I even looked at that ad again to see how I could have missed it. I don't know it if was the lighting or very careful angles but you cant...

When we asked what the "reconditioning fee" was they said that when they take a bike in on consignment, they do a quick ride and once over before they put it on the floor. Once it sells, they do a complete top to bottom on it mechanically to ensure that it is fit to sell and that is what the...

I would have been ok with some minor corrosion, but this was fairly extensive. Almost the entire front forks, a good bit of instruments which have a chrome front, and covering a good third of one of the scoops. It was a bit odd actually, some parts of the bike looked brand new and others...

$3599+489 (reconditioning fee)+$500 (tax title and tag) Apparently they are selling it on consignment for an older gentlemen who is only selling it because his wife wants him to, so I don't know that he is likely to drop the price.

Actually just took a look at that one. It has a TON of salt damage all over the front forks, on the scoops, and throughout the engine. It seems to run well, and has only 4444 miles. The dealer was asking $4500 OTD, and would only go down to $4000. So, we walked. Was that a bad call?

Wow, thank you that is a very generous offer. Ironically I am military, though not as young and bushy tailed as once I was. And, I have subject to some of the scams that you mentioned on the opposite coast. My wife and I will be going to take a look at it at 11 tomorrow, and I would very...

To clarify, to test second gear I rev it high in first, up shift into second, and rev high again to see if it stays in second?! Sorry for the repetition guys.

Alright guys, one last check up for me. Found this today, and wanted your insight. Somewhat short fused as I need to be there at 11 tomorrow morning, so hopefully some of you login in tonight. http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/mcd/4293719576.html Any thoughts?

The one I am looking at already has the front springs replaced, though I am not sure what they were replaced with. The work was done prior to the guy I am looking to buy from purchasing it so, I don't know how I would find out what the manufacturer was/is. Are there any issues with clearance...

I am 5'7 and trying to get close to flat footed. Would the 11.5 shocks be too low, and in your opinion how much will it lower the seat height?

Does anyone have any experience with Progressive 412 rear shocks on the vmax? If so, 1. How much does it lower the seat? 2. Does it affect the handling at all? 3. How does it affect the comfort of the ride on the bike? Thanks

So, can a Vmax be adjusted with a better suspension that will give it more "spirit" in the corners? The first thing I do to any Max will be to put the 11.5 inch progressive shocks on the rear to lower it. I am only 5'7 and the stock are a bit high for me. Will this have any negative impact...

My main concern is the mileage being around 30k and some unknown engine issue surprising me that is currently hiding out. A few Vmax questions for you. I didn't notice any crazy difficulty with handling, is this due to after market fork springs you mentioned? Is there any benefit to making...