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[jagco1]

Hi
I am a fairly new member from pa. I have owned my 89 max since it was new. I fell in love with them the year they came out. I had kept it stock for many years but have done a bunch of mods the last few years. I have been playing with and racing various cars trucks and bikes over the years and learned it helps to have access to as much information as possible. I am hoping to be able to find as well as share new ideas and information on the site.

Hello newbie

 

[jagco1]

I just bought a super cheap 1990 V-Max. It runs, but it's not pretty. I only want it's engine anyway. I'm fabricating a trellis frame and I've got a complete ZX-14 front end, swingarm, shock and rear wheel waiting for it. Having fun converting it to chain drive now. V-Max-powered ZX-14 with a Ducati Diavel frame is the idea. Not spending a lot on it - doing all of the work myself. Except for the chain drive, it's just a little welding and some parts off of e-bay, really.

Hello newbie post some pictures step by step.

 

[burgold]

Hiya Boyes! I just joined the forum last night(got ok'd today) but I just recently got my grubby little paws on an 85 vmax and it is AWESOME! I am, however curious about the colors. Mine has the Burgundy paint with the Gold plastics, and I have searched everywhere to find out if it's some sort of special edition or what!? I just want to know if I should replace them with something different , or , if it's a limited edition- keep the mexi-gold.
Anyways, glad to join the ranks of awesomeness! and any info would be great.

 

[tothemax93]

Welcome burgold, personally haven't heard of a gold edition. You should post some pics so we can get a look at the beast unk: Sandy is a beautiful place. I've seen some pics of the area.

 

[marsmax85]

Hey Burgold how about posting serial number of bike and welcome to the forum!!

 

[hick89]

Sounds like fun. It is a few hour trip for me but I do have a few friends I think I could talk into riding out with me.

 

[burgold]

Sorry! having trouble riding this site!

 

[burgold]

sorry again ends in #2687! My first vmax!

 

[Tex85]

sorry again ends in #2687! My first vmax!

Good looking bike, I'm not an expert but I am guessing the gold was something done by a previous owner. Also hit up this thread and post your last 4 to get added to the list.

http://vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=14872&page=36&highlight=oldest+surviving

 

[Traumahawk]

Sorry! having trouble riding this site!

Thats ok....ANY question you have...can be answered by the site, including questions about this site.

Glad to have you aboard.

 

[sleeplessknight]

I have a 99 vmax all stock with a few cosmetic mods. I'm interested in getting an aftermarket exhaust but not sure where to start. Any comments/ suggestions?

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[Traumahawk]

I have a 99 vmax all stock with a few cosmetic mods. I'm interested in getting an aftermarket exhaust but not sure where to start. Any comments/ suggestions?

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Welcome to the forum.

Its basically agreed on that the kerker 4-1 makes the best HP, but some people dont like the fact that the exhaust is only on 1 side, and it makes the bike lopsided.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hL0--UTLvp8

There is marks 4-1...or 4-2....and it is very popular.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmHM-nLE2C0

There is ufo 4-2....good HP but LOUD!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQtoIEfMTCI
and UFO makes others than just the quadzilla...one thing that they all share in common....LOUD

VOODOO is the company behind ufo...so you can go thru them and possibly save some money if you want.

Here is some modified exhaust that Sean sells (one2dmax)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M50I71iFX7c

Cobra sells an exhaust.....good sound...but kills HP
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QutBlwKIsMA



After that...there are various slip ons...kerker...super traps...etc.

It all depends on what you like...and what your wallet will allow.

 

[sleeplessknight]

Ever heard any pros n cons about delkevic exhaust?


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[Traumahawk]

Ever heard any pros n cons about delkevic exhaust?


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There is a thread on here for the ups and downs of that company.

http://vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=28605&highlight=delkevic
http://vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=31508&highlight=delkevic

The exhaust that gives me a woody EVERY-TIME I hear it is from a member named KJ. He modified a kerker 4-1.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_LNS289Y1M

 

[burgold]

Hey!? I am rebuilding my carbs on my vmax and was wondering if anyone knows if theres a float level measurement I can do without a fuel level gauge?, or can I make a homemade one, or is it just easier to just buy one? I haven't been able to find info on a float measurement except using a fuel level gauge- Keep in mind, VMAX, holidays, I'M BROKE!! haha. Thanks for any info, first vmax, looking for ANY info!

 

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Hey!? I am rebuilding my carbs on my vmax and was wondering if anyone knows if theres a float level measurement I can do without a fuel level gauge?, or can I make a homemade one, or is it just easier to just buy one? I haven't been able to find info on a float measurement except using a fuel level gauge- Keep in mind, VMAX, holidays, I'M BROKE!! haha. Thanks for any info, first vmax, looking for ANY info!

On the home page of this site, scroll down to the technical section and click on Carb/Tuning. Plenty of how to info in there. See the links below


Dry level check
http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=1427

Wet level check
http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=17274

 

[burgold]

THANK YOU! maddcmb THANK YOU!
I have been trying to find that information cause I can afford a decent manual at this moment.
BUT THANK YOU AGAIN!!
Those links were just what I needed.

 

[burgold]

I can't thank you enough mabdcmb! That was just the information I needed!:biglaugh:

 

[WonkoTheSane]

THANK YOU! maddcmb THANK YOU!
I have been trying to find that information cause I can afford a decent manual at this moment.
BUT THANK YOU AGAIN!!
Those links were just what I needed.

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[Vmaxiow]

Hi all, just joined and thought I'd say hello, my names John I'm 22 from the Isle of Wight,England. Not sure how many other young maxers there are on here. I have a 98 max and a 2003 Honda Hornet (or a Honda 599 as its known in the US). I have loved the vmax since I got into bikes and would love to get a 85 and a gen 2 someday. Be good to hear from you all! :biglaugh: