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    clutch problems(barnett)??? 1st gen vmax

    My guess would be that the hydraulic pressure is not being fully relieved after the clutch has been used on a ride. The clutch would be under pressure if the drain back is slow and gradually increase until it would simulate a continuous pull by the rider -- bad news for any clutch. One...
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    2005 vmax front end handling

    Forks aside, you are riding (most likely) on bias ply tires. These were stock and since there is no choice for the radials on the stock rims. You have 2 choices: 1) put the gripiest bias plys you can find on the wheels. That could help. Or , 2) modify the rear wheel to accept a radial. There...
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    Coolant leak

    Just a thought: overpressure can be the result of a stuck thermostat. An overpressurized system might be able to go past the lower speced seals. Had a yamaha engined Ford Taurus SHO and chased an overtemp problem for a while. Guess what? Stuck thermostat.
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    Your bikes name.....

    " BANG"--Like being shot out of a gun. Still a thrill and the radials do work. Others: SUZ Bandit 1250S -"ZIP" -- Smooth and razor edged . V92C Victory -- " CHUG" -- Lazy but competent and friendly. Harley XLH -- " CHARLEY" -- Obvious. Kind of a spectrum of life and a...
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    Gas Leak (Non VMAX) Help

    I had a new petcock leak that I put on my Harley Ironhead. The solution was the paste type . This was a last ditch try as I had used tape several tries earlier. I think the paste will fix it and keep your fuel sending unit. Stan
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    Happy new year

    Back atcha OZ. WW
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    Vmax vs Busa

    Bad backs are a sign of old age! Since I qualify in age area, I too had the issue before with "Bang" ( my Max) before some easy ergo mods. A small riser (3/4") and forward controls cured my problem. I also ride with a lambskin gel seat which makes 200 mi rides well within my comfort zone. Good...
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    Any V-Max riders gone to the Dark Side?

    OK on a trike. Anyone ever seen a VMax trike?
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    Perfect Helmet for a VMax

    Prices vary all over theplace so I went to cycle gearand bought a modular, blue tooth, bright yellow for $169 on sale. If you go this route, heed the buy larger warnings. Ihave 8 helmetsforvarious rides but the Cycle Gear Bilt is the one for Mr Max (referred toas "Bang").
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    V-Max Designer Dead at 85

    There should be a statue somewhere. Ideal place and form? WW
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    Cross country trip!

    I also use one of these on the VMax. I do not use the strap, held on only by butt pressure. It's a necessary piece of comfort. Per the expected mileage in a day , figure 2 - 300 miles per with sensible rest stops (2 of those will be for fuel with the VMax). Have a great time , do the upper...
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    High speed wobble

    Yeah, I had the low speed gollywobbles and followed the excellent advice on this forum. Check steering head bearings for wear and most importantly RETORQUE them to spec. For whatever reason Gen 1 s are prone to this instability. This is the easiest, cheapest and most effective "fix". Try it...
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    Radial Tires

    I don't have a pic . I'll try to get one. Yeah, the cost was a shock to me. Since I was verbally committed , I went for it. I do think the front is a stock wheel. Stan
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    Radial Tires

    Well guys, I went ahead and did the swap but it did cost me $400 - somewhere the communication of money exchange broke down in the beginning of the deal. The handling seems to be lighter; less effort required although it was pretty good with the Metzlers. I will put on a slightly smaller (170...
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    Radial Tires

    Wow!! Sounds like if all the mods are straight , I should jump on it. It is an even swap , so that makes it a "no brainer". As I 've said before Great advice here. Thanks again , Bros. Stan
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    Radial Tires

    I have a friend who has a '98 V Max. I have the '06. He wants to trade his radial tire setup (wheels and tires) for mine because he's selling the Max. I have 2k Metzler 880's on mine which I am very happy with. These look like they will last at least another 5k and I have a lot of cornering...
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    Maximum range

    I likewise run around 100 miles from full when I do the replenishment thing. There was one time when I did run (of necessity!) about 15 miles on red light. Don't want to do that again unless I run out on a long downhill with a station at the bottom. My gas mileage is around 35 MPG when not...
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    Golly Wobbles-almost a tank slapper

    Took it to my shop , Montgomeryville cycles- good guys , try 'em--and they put a senior mech on it. First off the service manager said "don't do that!" I like his Henny Youngman act but I said none of my other bikes plays this trick. The mechanic did the proper procedure even though his...
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    Golly Wobbles-almost a tank slapper

    Thanks for all the advice. Consensus seems to be head bearings , next wheels/tires and finally brake disc runout. I will proceed in that order. Great to have this depth of knowledge for the asking. Thanks again, WW
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    Golly Wobbles-almost a tank slapper

    Mr Max and I were cruising the countryside in Upper Montgomery Co. yesterday. For gigs, I let go of the bars at 40+ and immediately had a growing shake of the front end until I could steady it just a second later. I can ride the Vic no hands and it's the Rock of Gibraltar. This is the first time...
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