--- donald smith [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Simon, I've got
67,000 on mine with no problems. I bought it in 93.
The
Kevlar discs have held up well, no slippage with power shifts.
Don "Old Man" Smith
thankz don...
you alwayz said it was the way to go...
'h' at exactrep recommended it too...
high there...
just saw your mail...
imho...you need to...
first replace the half-plate in your clutch with a full one...
maybe get a new diaphram spring to replace your origonal one...
as for forkz...
stiffer springz...emulatorz...
fork brace...lowering spacerz...
15 or 20 weight oil...lose the
--- "Mario C. Aguiar" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Anyone using Works street tracker or steel tracker shocks?
Stock is 13in. will 12in. effect ride and cornering?
anyone using the ARS option is it worth the extra $ ?
Bob
Bob,
I have the chromed Steel
cybersymes wrote:
--- "Mario C. Aguiar" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Anyone using Works street tracker or steel tracker shocks?
Stock is 13in. will 12in. effect ride and cornering?
anyone using the ARS option is it worth the extra $ ?
Bob
Bob,
In a message dated 11/23/00 7:21:47 PM Pacific Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
he backfire is just a waste spark cylinder firing because of all the
fuel in the cylinder ..
Thanks, Campbell... one more thing, though...
Do you think I've burned up the starter? I don't even know
hi guys. can anyone tell me if 'works shocks' are available in the uk (if so where from?).
also if i raise the rear end (aprox 1in) and lower the front end (aprox 1in, by sliding the yokes down fork legs) will this benefit the cornering/handaling? or just make the max weave more?
what about rear
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hi guys. can anyone tell me if 'works shocks' are available in the uk (if
so
where from?).
'H' (Exactrep) may have a set in stock, but last time I spoke to him
he was having big problems with supply. I can arrange a set from the US
Darrin,
I doubt you burnt up the starter ... (assuming the bike will still
crank ... if not then I missed the whole point on your post ... once
the battery gets weak though you will just get clicks of course ... ).
When you do try to re-start you should limit your cranking blasts to
5-7 seconds
no way mario...you and don actually agree on something...hehehe...
i'm so chuffed...a real thanksgiving present... ;)
take care dude...
i'm so happy that you guyz see eye to eye on this... :)
Well, now that I said the Works are good shocks, probably Don will
change
his mind, and
high there...
exactrep in coventry are the people to talk to...
workz...17 inch rear wheel...
lotsa great stuff 4 the max...
goto ingo's site and follow link...
anyone know how the i-max is...
=
cheerz...simon...
vmoa#1530... :)
peace...love...empathy
live life to the max... :)
. but i haven't noticed any high speed weave yet (but i
haven't
been over 145mph yet).
You won't get there on a standard Max, either ;-) ..usually
appears
at 110ish..
high steve...
hope allz well...
wotz wrong with your max then...
i'm hittin' 150 stok bike...hehehe...
on 11/24/00 7:30 AM, TC at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Darrin,
snip
Once your plugs get wet .. it can get very tricky to start in cold
weather because that excess fuel doesn't evaporate very fast ... If
you don't get better results this morning ... I would highly recommend
pulling the plugs
Once plugs become fouled they will never be the same. they foul easy from
then on
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From: TC
To: V-MAX TECH LIST
Sent: Friday, November 24, 2000 8:30 AM
Subject: Re: Backfiring when starting...
Darrin,
I doubt you burnt up the starter ... (assuming the bike will still
"Sat Tara S. Khalsa" wrote:
Two things, though,
don't spray too much in the cylinders, because it'll remove the oil film on
the sides, and don't leave a bunch in the cylinders, replace the plugs and
crank it over, or you can damage your heads.
Kinda playing with the pin on a hand grenade,
Val, it will quicken the steering. Changing the wheels? If you like the
truck tires that came on a max stay with them, but if you want a endless
selection do the 17's. BBR has a nice rear wheel using a Suzuki donor,
fully polished, for 625.00 US. Works shocks are available directly from
them, it
I've started putting the Over Racing and BBR parts on the Uncle Festers
site, once I have confirmation from them on a few details we'll be able to
offer you a very good discount (shipped direct)
Steve
http://unclefesters.com
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From: donald smith [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To:
nice site...thanksnow let me see, how does it go.
Dear Santa,
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From: "VMAX XTREME" [EMAIL PROTECTED], on 24/11/00 12:52 PM:
http://www.moto-boutique.com/
___
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Get more from
--- Transfer Man [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm planning on selling
my 96 Gixxer 750 in the near future and then
buying a Vmax, I'm getting tired of the High reving horsepower of the
inline four, and am wanting a more user friendly power curve.
Although mysuzi is very fast she requires a great
In a message dated 11/24/00 7:53:12 AM Pacific Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Once plugs become fouled they will never be the same. they foul easy from
then on
Bradford,
So, you're saying that even when I put in a new set of plugs that they will
foul too? Or are you just talking
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I bought one two years ago. … a full
power black max. It is
wonderful. I find
that I enjoy it more because the roads here in Scotland are anything
but
straight and all the little idiosyncrasies of the V-Max make it more
fun for
me.
My friends think I am
--- "Mario C. Aguiar" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thomas Powell
wrote:
Bet I have a torn diaphragm.
Bet you do!!
Happy Thanksgiving
Thanks, same to you and Family
Mario
does that mean babiez are a possibility...hehehe...
(sorry paul...couldn't resist...)
=
Happy Thanksgiving weekend to you:
It's been a couple of years since I have been on the list, but if
you are in the Houston area, you are welcomed to ride with our
local V-Max chapter. The info to subscribe to our e-group is on
my web site.
http://www.hal-pc.org/~madmac/
December 3, a few of
If the plug is fuel fouled. If you foul the
new ones meaning, wet won't fire
http://pages.prodigy.net/bradford/
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From:
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: V-MAX TECH LIST
Sent: Friday, November 24, 2000 12:05
PM
Subject: Fouled plugs...
In a message dated
thankz 4 your input eric...
i'm sure my barnett will lock-up just fine...
i've installed kevlar plates...stok steelz...
and replaced the half plate with a full stok...
thankz again...
simon...vmoa#1530... :)
--- Eric Harnish [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Funny thing I bought my
Barnett plate
Steve:
Interesting site!!
The larger fuel tank is interesting. What confuses me though is; the stock
tank occupies most of the space, where does the extra come from??
Wayne
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it was idiots-sins, crazy...
sorry.. idiotz-zinz ;-)
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From: cybersymes [EMAIL PROTECTED]
go jim go...
i'm a twistiez man meself...
and me matez think i'm mad too...stuff 'em...
was that...idiosyncrasies...or...idiosyn-crazies...hehehe... :)
=
My thoughts also :)
Evo Tec have tested the tank size against wheels up to 6x17" (don't know
whether it HAD to be checked for clearance or not..). My feeling is that
they've expanded the tank in a number of directions, grabbing whatever space
is available that doesn't infringe on the
Steve:
Good news, one of the best upgrades for our Vmaxes yet.
Wayne
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Getting tired of your max, seems like its getting slow? Check out
motorcyclenews.com Someone on the looney side, more than me, has a
go-ped with a turbine engine with afterburner. 4,000 pounds and its
yours.
Don "Old Man" Smith
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Anyone going to the show in Dallas, Dec. 15-17?
Don "Old Man" Smith
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[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
hi guys. can anyone tell me if 'works
shocks' are available in the uk (if so
where from?).
You can get them from Works Performance USA, www.worksperformance.com>
or call (818) 701-1010
you can also fax them at: (818) 701-9043
also if i raise the rear end (aprox 1in) and
I'll probably make it Friday the 15th.
Hal
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From: donald smith [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
Sent: Friday, November 24, 2000 3:39 PM
To: V-MAX TECH LIST
Subject: Cycle World Show
Anyone going to the show in Dallas, Dec. 15-17?
Don "Old Man" Smith
What year(s) Venture generator parts will fit the Vmax? Also, I'm going to
be mounting a headlight from a GS1150 on my 'Max, and I'm considering a
Xenon upgrade like the ones at http://www.rmhid.com/Main.htm. Has anyone
here tried anything like this?
Hal Taylor ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
Somewhere
hi guys. thanks for all your answers to my handling questions, verry helpful thanks.
can anyone tell me... do the four pot front calipers from a 97 max, fit the stock forks on the 1988 max?
keep lookin in those mirrors..val.
All years, look for one out off a 1300 venture
Tyler Pennock, # 380
V-max Owners Association
Eastern Canada Director
Ottawa,ON,Canada
1-613-523-4593
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No, either find adapter brackets or put on newer style front end.
Tyler Pennock, # 380
V-max Owners Association
Eastern Canada Director
Ottawa,ON,Canada
1-613-523-4593
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Steve Motorcyclist magazine has been verry close on this issue lately they havent stated any names inparticular except to find a attorney that specializes in motorcycle accidents and to only expect about 50% or less and dont be surprised if the sued insurance co sues you back. Motorcyclist has
Bill I had been riding a Honda Interceptor not as extreme as a GSXR but as far as handeling you must first get used to having your feet in a different position slightly forward as opposed to rear . You do not have the same ground clerance or lean angles and I would sugest some front shock work to
Hey Don, On of my buddies kids has a go-ped with a nitrous system on it
:)
Eric H.
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From: "donald smith" [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: "V-MAX TECH LIST" [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Friday, November 24, 2000 2:30 PM
Subject: Extreme
Getting tired of your max, seems like its
But does it have a flame 6ft. behind it? That and the sound.
Don "Old Man" Smith
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Steve,
The AMA is your best shot for this type of support,
(http://www.ama-cycle.org/ ). They have spent a lot of "legal" time
bringing some incidents to justice where otherwise people would have
just walked away with no charges filed. If you want to get involved in
a particular incident then
Mario,
I am not sure what you are really asking ... If Cid wants us to order
him a new one and have it waiting or if he wants a deal on a used
speedo ... or if he wants one for free ... I will be seeing many
of the Phoenix area riders Saturday, December 2nd and a whole herd of
Southwest
I need some technical help but not exactly of the Vmax variety. I just
bought a new computer and am trying to get everything set up. Makes you
wonder if it's worth all the hassle!
The question is: How do I move all of my saved Vmax messages from my old
computer over to the new one? Both
Henry,
Assuming you installed the mail data files in the default location, go to
C:\application data\microsoft\outlook express on your old machine. Save the
files with .dbx and .wab extensions. Using these files, replace the ones
with identical names in the corresponding folder on the new
Good evening gentlemen,
My name is Darius; thought I'd introduce myself as a relatively new member
of the list. My first bike was an 82 honda magot v45, and having replaced
the motor to find the replacement making very audible valve train noise, it
came time for a new bike: a '96 Vmax (Cdn
I am an electrician and you never want to increase
your amperage capability without considering the max
amp rating of your wiring.Instead, look for potential
or resistive shorts to adjacent wires or to ground.
Dave
The best thing to do is to look for cracks or exposed
wires.
--- "Mario C.
The best way to avoid being struck from behind is to get out of the way!
Don't be the last vehicle in line; pull up next to the vehicle in front. You
may get a ticket for lane splitting but I think it is worth the risk.
Fred Wilson #991
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files with .dbx and .wab extensions. Using these files, replace the ones
with identical names in the corresponding folder on the new system.
Hal,
Well, the first time I tried it with just one folder, it worked great. It
prompted me "Do you want to replace
I'm an '85 VMax owner on Vancouver Island - north of Nanaimo.
Nice to know there's someone in my neck of the woods !
"Darius J. Kaulius" wrote:
Good evening gentlemen,
My name is Darius; thought I'd introduce myself as a relatively new member
of the list. My first bike was an 82 honda
Sorry Henry, I've been tied-up out in the garage. Don't panic, it's
relatively simple to get your problem straightened out. It's a simple
naming and placement issue. This kind of stuff is resolved much faster over
the phone, so give me a call about 10am CST tomorrow. Hell, call collect if
you
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