Hi, I'm considering selling my 1997 Yamaha Virago 1100. It has about 15,000 miles and in good condition. Comes with saddlebags and highway pegs. Asking...
Are the TCI boxes a common problem on the Virago? If so how is availability? The reason I ask is that on the XS's the TCI's fail far too often and are...
Bike is 100% complete with an extra starter and set of carbs. I have added the shim kit in the starter, replaced the #2 gear, spring and retainer clip in the...
, Can anyone check their service manuals and tell me what the rear axle ratio's are for a virago 750/1100 ,1990 and newer? number of teeth on pinion and ring...
... Tyler, the Yammy manual I have lists the ratios for `84 an up as- 700/750- 49/44 x 19/18 x 32/11 (3.420) 1000/1100-45/46 x 19/18 x 32/11 (3.003) TMK the...
CR, that's perfect, I see 750/1100 use same ratio in the final drive, again thanks Tyler Pennock # 380 V max Owners Association Eastern Canada Director ...
In reading old messages, it is common enough. Here is a site that sells them for $350. http://www.cyclewareables.com/pages/street_cdi_ignition_controllers/c ...
New to the group and new to Virago's. Just acquired a '99 1100 a week or so ago and I'm loving it. Will post more in this thread shortly, but first just want...
Mike- now you've found out what a really comfortable bike is. And to make it even better for your passenger, get yourself a rider's backrest. Since I put one...
Mike, Ya gotta stay limber :) I can do the swing over kick on a sissy bar that is too high for effect, you'll get there. Stew ... From: Rob <bugbor@...> ...
... Yeah, I've got to get moving -- after these 20,000 posts I've got 5 years of the Virago Mailing-List to cover. ;) For anyone listening, shopping for a...
The person repairing the XS (TCI) boxes is charging $60 (or something around that) for the XS's Pat K. ==================== In reading old messages, it is...
I feel pretty good this evening. This afternoon my '98 XV1100 turned over 50,000 miles (I got it 3 years ago this June with 3,004 miles) and it still works as...
I Emailed Randy on the XS list and he said he'd be happy to help out with repairing the TCI boxes. I've been told that the problem is primarily with the ...
If anyone knows of someone who fixes the 2nd gen TCI boxes ['91- '99?], please post. I'm guessing that's also when they went to a resistor plug [??]. Again,...
Hey everyone, quick question for y'all. What are some rainsuits that everyone uses? Been looking around for one, and can't quite decide on what to pick....
Look at Technics two piece suit, make sure it's lined( for easy on & off) Tyler Pennock # 380 V max Owners Association Eastern Canada Director Ottawa,ON,Canada...
Does anyone know the approximate cost for a total engine service? I'm buying a 1988 750 that has been garaged but not run since 1991. Any infor would be...
... I don't, I do my own work.. but for others to help, more info is needed. Start with.. does the engine run and if it does, how well. Few things that need...
CR, Thanks. I'm not timid with a wrench and can find my way around most vehicles. I ordered the owners manual. Chances are there is rust in the fuel tank....
Randy said he'll repair TCI boxes for the cost of parts if any (the occasional transistor or resistor). In most cases it's a bad solder joint that has come...
Patrick, please go ahead an post Randy's info. The more support this club has, the better. Maybe his info can be added to the links section by the moderator...
Regarding charging system and driving lights, you should not have any problems, you've got plenty of amps to spare. I've had lights (they are on all the time)...
Try www.moto-directory.com/salvage.asp I see there are 4 in PA but didn't look for the other states. Dean Rogers [Non-text portions of this message have been...
Well, I am back in the Kansas City area and dropping the price on the bike. $300.00 and its yours. Price is good until October 15, then it goes to a salvage...
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