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by "starter hanging up" I mean that the starter is turning over the motor and everything just stops. Occasionally, the starter motor doesn't engage at all and the engine doesn't turn over at all. Pushing the starter button again will usually get the engine to turn over. Often times, it will...

The starter gear hangs up on my 2001 V-Max (38,000 miles). It's never been replaced. A reputable Yamaha mechanic told me that since I use Mobile 1 motorcycle oil, it's the leading cause to the problem. He went on to say that synthetic oil is so good that it makes it harder for the starter and...

Has anyone had any good experiences touching up the engine paint? I have a 2001 V-Max with 33,000 miles on it and it needs a little touch up paint on the engine. What brands of paint have you used and what works best? Thanks. CB

My buddy has a Kawasaki Concour with Power Commander installed, and a K&N air filter. I ran him from a 5 MPH roll. I jumped him 1 bike length in 1st gear, 1/4 bike length in 2nd, and we were dead even in 3rd gear. When I shifted to 4th, he passed me (we were running 115 MPH at this time)...

It's time to repack my Kerker slip ons. Is it better to pack the fiberglass tight around the baffle or loose around the baffle? Thanks.

It's time to replace the front tire on my 2001 V-Max. Since I'm not an aggressive driver, I want a tire that will provide excellent mileage. Have been running the Dunlop 491 for years and getting 17,000 out of my front tires. Great tire! They don't make the 491 any more. So what has been your...

I've been noticing a very light oil residue on my right front fork every time I take my 2001 V-Max (26,000 miles) out for a ride. Is this an early warning that I've got a front fork seal getting ready to go? I've never replaced the front fork seals or the fork oil in this bike. What's a fair...

This info is great!! Thanks for taking the time in offering such a wonderful, detailed reply.

Please share your experiences with installing nitrous on your Max? Expense of doing this project? Where did you hook up nitrous (air box, etc.)? Expected HP gains? Expected problems? Any harm to engine? Currently have Stage 2 dynajet, K&N air filter, and Kerker slip ons. Thanks!

Has anyone run comparative dyno tests on their V-Max with the "Y" section of the air box on and then off? What were the differences in HP & torque, if any? Thanks

What are the dual rubber hoses that connect to both sides of the stock air box on older V-Maxes? What's its purpose? Thanks!

Who will win? A buddy of mine just purchased a '06 Triumph Sprint with 10,000 miles on it. After he gets used to it (he rode a Yamaha Warrior before), we'll be "gettin' it on." My '01 Max has dyna jet carb kit, K&N air filter, Kerker slip ons, and is in excellent shape at 26,000 miles...

My neighbor has a Yamaha Warrior and it's engine is mostly black, just like my '01 V-Max. He shared an engine cleaning/shining procedure that works great for those of you who own the V-Max with the glossy black engine!! So here it is-- After washing and drying your bike, spray WD 40 onto a...

Re: Did ya know. . . . That there are three different size inserts that you can put in Kerker exhausts. I have Kerker slip ons on my '01 Max with the inserts that came with them. I also have some inserts that have a little larger opening and sound much louder. With the competition insert...

Where can I purchase V-Max shirts? Going to "The Dragon" in NC next month and would like to have some V-Max clothing.

I saw an '09 V-Max Saturday. Pulled into the local Yamaha shop and one of the salesmen asked me if I'd seen the new Max. I told him that I'd been reading all about it in the motorcycle magazines, but never seen one in person. Then he asked if I'd like to see the new one in the back. My eyes...

So how many years will a water hose last on a V-Max? Any suggested intervals for replacing them? I know, one should be safe rather than sorry, and that's why I'm asking the question. When should I change them? I have an '01 Max with 23,000 miles on it. It appears that some of the hoses are...

How many years are you getting out of a new battery in a V-Max? What brands of battery have you found the most durable and lasts the longest? Cost and place of purchase too. Thanks.

Am getting ready to put new Metzeller tires on my '01 Max and would like to know any input that you have. Front tire will be a 100/90-18 56V Lasertec Bias Sport and rear will be a 150/80 B15 MC 70V ME 800 Marathon. Any problems with this combination? How many miles can I expect to get out of...

I just purchased a Metzeller Lasertec Bias Sport front tire for my '01 V-Max. It's a 100/90-18 56V. I also purchased a Metzeller MC 800 Marathon for the rear. It's a MV 85B15 77H. I've never run these tires before. How are they? How many miles can I expect to get out of them (I'm a...