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I run 91 with 104 octane booster. Expensive but It always starts and hauls butt. And the tank is clean also.

Been putting 91 octane in it and some 104+ octane booster. It really likes the combo. Tank is clean.

I don't necessarily believe synthetic may be the best thing for a clutch, though I do believe it is the best thing for a trans and an engine. I went and bought the 15-40 shell non synthetic for my 2000 v-max today. I recently bought this bike and the PO said I don't know what kind of oil is in...

Thanks Julian, I don't think it's ever had them changed.

Thanks Radioguy. I ordered them from another outfit but it is the All Balls kit. Mine is a 2000 V-max and boy is it a pain to ride this way. I just bought it this way and he sure wasn't kidding when he said the steering is heavy! LOL. Scary is more like it.

Mine has a tight and notchy front end so time for bearings.

Are the All Balls bearings ball bearings instead of tapered rollers?

Sounds like low voltage or a dragging starter motor. Lippy

Just curious, have you put a new set of plugs in it by chance? You may want to check valve adjustment also. Lippy

Thanks for the welcome !!Sean I see your in Derby. I'm in Rush center. I'm picking my bike up in Wichita. Lippy

I'm another new member, as a matter of fact I'm picking up my first v-max this week. It's a red 2000. Can't wait to ride it!