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Hey Guys.. I don't have a newer max "YET", but I've been FORCED to become a huge advocate of keeping the fuel system clean. Now knowing what ethanol can do to an UN-COATED tank (and everything connected to it), I have to ask the question.. Are the newer 97 - 20XX tanks coated? Did they take into...

Are you referring to these plates (yellow arrows on pic). If so, I've never had to go in there before. Maybe that's why I'm not familiar with the spark plug trick.

"Also remember to drain the cylinders (covers on the side, bung is removed by screwing in the threaded end of a spark plug and pull)." I'm Not 100% sure of what you mean by this? I've never heard of draining the cylinders.. I've heard of draining the carbs of gas from the float bowls before...

I have a little question about this procedure.. Let me hear your thoughts on it.. We all know that we can see the oil level, in the sight glass. ALSO: Keep in mind, that the author of that article says "He thinks" it would be wise to drain these fluids (oil and coolant). Granted, I can see the...

WOW.. What a write up and great photos.. Thanks Mabdcmb. It sound like the guy who wrote that post experienced the exact same thing I did.. After washing the bike and taking it for a test run.. This is not going to be an easy task, as I have to work outside. Considering you have to drain the...

Hey guys, I finally got the two gaskets AND the proper name for that bump, that sits in between the front and rear sets of cylinders. From the Internet, its called the "Breather Cover" Yamaha Part #: 1FK-1246E-01-00 & 1FK-1246A-01-00. After Cleaning my bike, I noticed there was some blue gasket...

Thanks for that info guys.. Now I wonder, why did they mount the screws for that thing inverted? How are you supposed to get an Allen key or some type of wrench in there to service it?

While giving my 91 a well needed bath after the winter dust settled on her, I was washing in between the cylinders and I noticed a little bit of blue silicon gasket material. It looks like the previous owner put some sealer around that oblonged item that sits between the front and rear...

no lights when key is turned? sounds like a fuse.

Glad you got it all sorted out.. Soon it will be time to put her away for the winter :-(

I use the Engine Paint kit from KBS coatings. In my case, I hand brushed it on, Mostly with a light feather brush. I would have liked to spray it on, since it would have came out smoother, but I did not have the means for spraying. As for the color, There were times I could not tell if I painted...

I'd suggest coating your tank.. I've done 4 tanks so far.. 1 for me, and 3 I've sold.. The system I've had great success with is the KBS Tank Sealing kit. It takes a bit of prep work, but once you're done, you'll be happy with the results.. KEY IMPORTANCE: Follow the recommended steps and make...

??? Some folks have WAY too much time on their hands.. LOL!!! Here ya go..

Thanks Sean, I already ordered a new OEM today,, I'm hoping that it holds up like the stock. If I can get 26 years of use, like the original, I'd be happy. Then again, I don't know if the previous owner replaced it before I got it. It looked pretty crusty when I took it out of there. If it...

I am no longer endorsing Regulator Rectifier . com https://www.regulatorrectifier.com I purchased a replacement Pulser Pickup Coil (PPC), after my 1st one was busted (which was my own fault for not replacing my loose starter clutch, and revving too high). Took my bike for a nice little cruise...

I would check your calipers as previously suggested by Fire-Medic. I found 1 of the 2 pistons seized in my rear caliper.. If that happened on my fronts, something would be pulling, left or right.

Welcome to the forum, Noticed that rear tire looks low. Make sure there is nothing going on with it, as Fire-Medic suggested.. Check the date in the ( ) oval on the tire to see what week of what year it was created. When I picked up my used 91, the tires looked so new, that they still...

Had a feeling something came loose.. You had the same sound that many of us have heard before. Make sure you replace those bolts.. They always feel like they can simply be re-tightened but in reality, the top portion of the threads normally gets worn down (stripped). When I replaced mine, I went...

I thought I had a problem with my charging system after buying a used 91. After a little research and advice from this forum, I removed the left passenger foot rest to inspect the condition of the ground, leading from the R/R. Sure enough, there were heaps of corrosion where the R/R heat-sink...

Welcome to the forum. I purchased my 91 from a local guy that posted it on CL for $2.3k, over 6 years ago. It had 43K on it at the time. Unfortunately the previous owner did not take care of it, and I did not know much about the bike, or what to look for. I should have joined this forum...