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  1. Traumahawk

    Bolt caps for painting

    Does anyone know where I can find caps that will fit over the cap screws on the engine (so when i paint the engine, paint wont get on the cap screws) or is it even needed? Thanks Eric
  2. R

    another bolt size question

    anyone know the bolt size for the frame mounts where i attach the crash bars (lower connection)? The bottom bolt is missing on left side and can't attach the crash bar. thanks! Todd
  3. THMAX98

    S/S engine bolt list

    Good day from good old New Zealand,ive finally got THMAX running properly again after having the carbs on and off a large no.of times (patience is a virtue) and now once again have the love, and want to make it look even better with s/s engine bolts but the price of postage to NZ is horrendous...
  4. T

    Amazing Bolt / Screw Extractor

    Just thought I'd share this repair discovery with the group...I was fighting seized screws in all 4 of the carburetors. Only the security star bits screws cane out, the Phillips head screws were seized. Nothing in my 50 years of wrenching tricks would break them loose...and getting heavy handed...
  5. D

    Flywheel bolt size 12m 1.25 ??

    I am replacing my starter clutch ..its off but I did not use the cone on the puller and I messed up the first couple of threads on the crank nose and my bolt wouldn't start to thread. I measures the flywheel bolt threads with a gage and i'm sure it is 12m 1.25 is this correct? Also can I...
  6. N

    Banjo Bolt angle

    Hi all, just putting some temporary bars on and need to adjust the banjo bolt for the front brakes to free up the hose.... does anyone know if it matters if the banjo bolt is facing down (almost 90 degrees vertical? The manual shows between 5 degrees horizontal, though will it really be a...
  7. CaptainKyle

    Yamaha Bolt paint

    This has been my latest project for a guy over in SC. He wanted a Kenny Roberts theme so I painted it up for him. I put a lot of gold pearl in the clear over the yellow it really made it pop in the sun light. It does not show up in Pictures good. I am also doing a Vmax in the same theme while I...
  8. Traumahawk

    Which tool

    Ok, I'm FINALLY looking at changing out the swing arm with bearings, etc. So the allen bolt on the right side gets torqued to 4.3 inch lbs. What tool do yall use? The lowest that I can see an inch lb torque going down to is 6 in lbs.
  9. V-Four

    Bolt Size for Front fender?

    Hey Gang, Another quick (and random) question: Can anyone please tell me the exact bolt size for the bolts that hold the front fender on? (including length). (and the reason-if anyone cares): I am finally putting "spacers" on to lower my front fender due to my smaller front tire...
  10. Shredder

    Swing arm allen bolt

    Trying to get rid of my high speed wobble so im checking the torque on my swingarm bolts. What size is the allen head bolt? I i have to buy a allen socket and need to know what size it is. Thanks.
  11. N

    Lost bolt!

    In an attempt to add some storage to the bike, I lost a bolt inside the rear fender! The bolt fell in to what appers to be a black hole. I tried to use a magnet to retrieve it but no luck. is the fender easily removed? how can I get to the bottom of this ender so I can find the missing bolt?
  12. S

    Bolt on front forks to 88 vmax

    Recommendations ? I think someone put on a r1 forks..? Im looking to upgrade the front, brakes/shock's. Thanks ☺
  13. greimers

    Common bolt sizes

    I started poking around my newly acquired '85 and noticed all the seat bolts were missing. What size/thread are these? I think I'd also like to get a mixed bag of bolts and screws for future use - what are some common sizes I should look at having in my garage JIC.
  14. maxrom

    intake bolt leaking

    Hy, -Had to remove the four carburetor intake grumet -There is at least two taped hole communicating with engine oil pass -when rebuilding, two prevent oil leak -Wath stuff should be used in these filet :ummm: Regards
  15. dannymax

    #18-8 S/S Allen Bolt Kits @ BRC

    The two main reasons for stripped carburetor body bolts is 1) over tightening and/or 2) allen bolts too short. BRC has Allen Bolt Kits consisting of (89) bolts & (23) lock washers - broken down as follows: (16) #18-8 S/S 6mm Socket Cap side & bottom bracket bolts (16) #18-8 S/S 5mm...
  16. ga_max

    Oil Drain Bolt Question

    I'm changing my oil for the first time since I've owned the bike and noticed that the drain bolt has a screw tapped in the center of it. The question is why ? Also the PO did not install the washer on top of the spring for the oil filter so I'm off to the dealer to get the washer. More in gas...
  17. K

    Rear shock bolt

    Trying to remove the rear shock. How do you get the top cover that surrounds the bolt, cant get the socket to squeeze in. Is there a special tool or socket to get at it?
  18. P

    help! How do you remove the blank bolt with no grooves at upper triple trees.

    Hi, I was just about to tear down my forks but then i saw this: How am I supposed to remove this kind of bolt? The service manual shows a regular allen bolt...
  19. rusty

    2014 Yamaha Bolt Gaiters

    Just put these on today, their a perfect fit for 43mm Vmax forks. If your looking to put gaiters on your Vmax, this is the way to go. I didn't even need straps or zip tie's to hold them on...
  20. 65fury

    need emulsion tube brass bolt!!

    Bikes been sitting for quite a while, and it didnt want to stay running unless the choke was on so i figured id pull the carbs and go thru them real good Its been a while since i rebuilt my last carbs and i may have forgotten somethings, anyhow... i ended up breaking the small brass bolt that...
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