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Definitely not an original Yamaha connector..

I used a bread cutting knife, worked ok, didn't have to remove much. I've also seen people use files / rasps as well..

Did some finetuning on my Sportmax seat (was uncomfortable at my tailbone) should be good now :)

OK, problem should now be solved. I've installed an Odyssey PC680 AGM battery, tested the (rear) cracked coils for ok-ness (they are in spec) and have JBWelded them back to goodness. All is now good once again..onto the next things that are on my V-MAX to-do list :) Thanks for the help people!

I'd be looking for better / best for sure, I'm already into this for a $300 tow, so don't want to cheap out or have a repeat of a break down again. I've used a lithium battery on my RC-51 in the past, I'm pretty sure my current battery tender was compatible with that one. I'll check my local...

Topped up battery electrolyte levels and load tested, it was marginal at best, so I wont reuse this battery, I'll purchase a new one. What suggestions to use? Thanks

I am a master JB Welder (owner of a mid 80's Mustang, so that's a given lol) so I've got some JB Weld ready to go, I will check the resistance first of course (thanks for attaching the specs!). If they're still in spec, I'll repair and reuse them for now I suppose... To be continued...will...

OK, quite sure I see my problem. Took battery out (that was fun), battery is about 2 years old (installed from previous owner), 16AL-A2, but most of the cells where low of electrolyte. I also noticed the vent tube was not connected, so who knows what was happening there. I'll have it assessed...

The .5v drop will occur when I switch the ignition key from off to on / run, within a minute or so. I can turn the ignition on and off and the voltage change will continue to occur as I test it. I have an LED headlight and tried switching it to high beam to see if the voltage would drop alot...

I'll be taking the battery out tomorrow to see exactly what it is and it's condition, load test, etc...The battery connections look perfectly good from what I can see, but will clean them regardless when I take the battery out...I'm hoping it's just a failed battery, but there is a .5v draw...

I see them now, I've bookmarked and will check them out next...Thanks!

OK, so further testing done. Voltage to battery at 3000 rpm = 13.5, not dropping. When stopping the bike from running (ignition on, start switch to run or off, standing voltage slowly drops to 12v over 30 seconds or so (led headlight still on). When I turn ignition key off, voltage returns to...

Just seen the links to the charging diagnosing steps now..I'll go over those to start with. Thanks!

Previous owner did supply a starter when I bought from him last year, turned out it needed the starter clutch replaced, which I've done and that works well. Still have the starter though if I need to try it. 40,000 kms on the odo.

Hi guys, happened on my last ride of this season a day ago.. Left me stranded, waiting for tow truck now. No start, slow to turn over, rode great until stopped and turned off. Battery is 2 years old(?) I think. Waiting 2 hours now, almost got started, but no. Tried 2 jump starts and no...

Looks like the clutch lever took damage as well..?

Sad to hear you went down, glad to hear you were properly dressed and had minimal damage!

Nicely done! Went to Mission I'm guessing? I've been wanting to head out as well :)

Very nice! I wish we would have got the Cosworth YS engines here in North America, but oh well lol! The 2.3 Lima's can still pack a hell of a punch :)

Definitely need a proper thin walled spark plug socket.. (18mm I think?)