Recent content by mista_max

No luck will try getting another bolt.

Finally done with engine rebuild . started the bike and got this leak on front cylinder oil delivery pipe. Was torqued to spec with new gaskets. just wondering[ if I need to simply change gasket or could banjo bolt or oil circuit be an issue?

What condition is the seat and how much Tks Max

Is there an alternative to Yamaha OEM for piston rings. Any options more affordable?

I thought you were supposed to check the level in sight glass while engine was running and make sure it was between the marks.

Rebulding the engine and need to repace crank bearings. I'm reading J1 J2 J3 J4 on the crank 2332 and on the case just one number 3. Guess that means 3 for all For all case journals. If i do the calculation i would get 0 for J2 J3 bearings . What color should I use ?

clutch release cylinder

Oops forgot to remove two screws.... Neutral switch I think Got it opened now. Tks

Got all the covers , bolts removed and ready to split case to investigate transmission. Should the cases split easily or do I need to pry them apart.

Is there a way to remove the clutch boss but without the special tool while engine is out of the bike. Max

Winter is poking it's head so that means .... project time for the MAX. Main problem right now is first/second gear popping in neutral. Thinking of doing the work myself and wanted second opinion on complexity. Found a lot on info online but was wondering if there is a step by step tutorial out...

Removing the exhaust is not a problem . but man do I hate putting this thing back on . Never seems to line up right. last itme I just brought it to the shop and told them do deal with it. :-(.

Pan is not the problem... I was removing clutch to check on my segment. When i removed the ball behind the screw holding the clutch basket dropped it in the oil pan. Drained the oil, looked with flash light, tried magnet etc can t find it. Wont take the chance of starting the engine knowing it...

Is there a way to remove the oil pan without taking the exhaust off.

My transmission pops back in neutral in 1st and second gear most of the time at low speed just pulling off at red light or stop. I'm thinking it's time to do the tranny change ( hmm that don't sound right ;-) ) and go undercut gears. Cold weather is coming and I'm thinking about doing the...