So, I finally got the bike put back together, and she started. :D Brilliant! However, upon revving the engine up to about 8 or 9 grand, she started ...
Hey - don't want to replace the YB12A-A leaky-old battery with another leaky battery. I've googled my butt off, called around and can't find a direct...
"Anybody have any knowledge of a sealed battery that will fit?" I've been searching for one for some time, but didn't find any so far. That would be a very...
Hi, I had to take out the carb and get it cleaned and now have put it back. However, I am unable to start the bike. It behaves like this: When I start it, it...
Hi Chris, Many thanks for seeding the manuals. My download got to 80.9% but has become stuck there for a few days. Looks like someone else is in the same boat...
Hi Guys, Thanks for all your assistance so far, it's really encouraging to know that there are other people out there that have done all this before and that...
Here's a sealed battery for $47.97 ... Google rules! http://www.apexbattery.com/honda-500cc-vf500f-interceptor-84-86-motorcycle-battery.html Okay, so the...
... I guess just keep it connected. I have uploaded the full amount thus far... which means the entirety of the four documents are shared among the people who...
... Hello, Thank you for your reply. These batteries are not maintenance free as water must be added periodically. Let me know if I can assist you further. ...
I was out riding with some buddies last night, and both of them said that my bike is running rich. When I hit WOT, the bike leaves a trail of smoke! Must not...
hello, all. my bike started right off when hooked up to battery! thanks for notes regarding correct hook up and everything. rode around for about 2 hrs; hwy 1,...
Hi Phillip, I tried to send you a reply two days ago but I think it failed to send so I will try again. Its good to know another UK VF500 owner, so hello and...
You may need to have the front tire balanced to correct that shimmy. Have fun, Jerry, ... notes regarding correct hook up and everything. ... decided to pull...
helen, how long has it been since the bike was ridden? are the tires cracked or heat checked? it might be time for a new front tire, i know i had a mean ...
The shimmy can be several things; tire balance, loose axle, loose stearing stem bearings, etc. But other "loose" things can cause this. Check the front wheel...
new tires (as of purchased last fall, then bike hasn't been ridden much until now)... so, tires good; plenty of tread/air (44-45psi). weird thing is that as i...
Helen, Obviously something is wrong on your bike. You should do the checks as Pat said (or have them done). BTW, the recommended tires pressure is 32-33 psi...
That sounds a little low to me, but I'm 100kg. I used to run 40/42. But have since noticed since I upgraded my VFR's suspension, that the higher tire...
Hi Guys, Well, after one kind chap in the UK told me that his bike had had the same problem as mine (not running on the rear 2 pots) and his problem had been ...
Hey guys finally got all the coolant leaks stopped and got the bike to actually start today. Only problem is that the motor is VERY loud. Im pretty sure the...
A noisy engine could be almost anything from air noise to major engine damage: bent rods 'n such. I would go down this list: 1. Make sure the air box and...
Hi, All I had the familiar oil leak from the seal around the clutch push rod. I did the surgery (lip removal) and replaced the seal. Still leaked. I tried...
I just happened to see it listed on my local paper's we site. (I'm in Burlington VT, I'm not sure what exchange the listed phone number is, looks like a cell...
Ok, I did 1,2,3 when reinstalling the motor. I didnt check the valves and Step 5 is out of the question. The bike almost sounded like it would when it has no...
What did you do to the motor when you had it out? Are you sure you have the exhaust hooked up now? :-) I mean you may have missed a header gasket and have an...
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Hi Phillip, Happy to hear that you are back "on all fours" ! LOL ! And thanks for the feedback, could be useful in the archives for someones in the future....
Hi Guys, OK, the VF is all back together and all I need to do now is a bit of welding on the exhaust collector box. I've read the Clymer manual that I...
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