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Hello All. Two questions. 1. Do I need special bolts for the starter clutch? Should I buy from Yamaha @$5.76 apiece? Is hardware store bolts adequate? 2. Red loctite on the starter clutch bolts? Thank you guys for all your help! Charlie

Do you mean the diaphragms? Anyway will scrutinize them. Thanks

Yes they were synch’d. This is a frustrating nagging small problem. Honestly the bike runs great. The easiest solution is not ride on the highway. More fun too.

I’ll try it. Maybe I’ve been going in the wrong direction! Thanks

Hello Everyone, My Vmax seems to hesitate while cruising (steady throttle) at highway speeds (75-85) in top gear. If I crack open the throttle at highway speeds it takes off, pulls strong. At lower speeds and on smaller roads it runs fantastic. The jetting and throttle response are spot on. I...

Hello Everyone, Just a short note of introduction. I am long time Vmax fan. I purchased my first Vmax in 1986, it was an '85 leftover. Second and current Vmax is an '04. I had the '04 converted to chain drive. New swing arm. 17" inch rims front and rear. Ohlins front end and rear shocks. I...