ViragoClassic - Yamaha Virago Expert Center http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/ Yamaha Virago Riders Forum en Sun, 05 Sep 2010 04:32:43 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/images/blackandblue_fluid/misc/rss.jpg ViragoClassic - Yamaha Virago Expert Center http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/ 84 XV1000 flooding http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=878&goto=newpost Sun, 29 Aug 2010 21:38:45 GMT I have an 84 virago 1000 that is flooding badly. I put on a set of pipes and sent it to a Yamaha dealership to have it jetted to match the pipes and... I have an 84 virago 1000 that is flooding badly. I put on a set of pipes and sent it to a Yamaha dealership to have it jetted to match the pipes and it has not been right since. It fouled plugs on the ride home from the shop. When I took it back they tried adjusting the carbs but could not lean the bike out. I replaced the plugs several times but it would get worse the longer I rode until finally it got to the point were it would run for 30 seconds on fresh plugs, load up, and start pouring fuel out the pipes. The dealership told me to replace the floats, needle and seats, but it did not help. I think the fuel pump is force feeding it fuel, because I have adjusted the floats all over the board. I have been chasing this problem for 3 years, and have invested more $$$ into the bike than its even worth. I'm open to any ideas I can get. I love this bike but I'm almost ready to part it out. Thanks ]]> Virago Garage starship http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=878 front cyl wont fire http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=877&goto=newpost Tue, 24 Aug 2010 21:52:30 GMT have an xv 1000 virago 1984 getting lots of spark to spark plug but will not fire any idea on my problem ???? have an xv 1000 virago 1984 getting lots of spark to spark plug but will not fire any idea on my problem ???? ]]> All Yamaha Garage animal http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=877 new member http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=876&goto=newpost Tue, 24 Aug 2010 21:49:04 GMT hi i am a new member with a 1984 xv1000 virago hi i am a new member with a 1984 xv1000 virago ]]> New Member Introductions animal http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=876 <![CDATA[Wanted Luggage Rack for '83 Midnight Virago 920]]> http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=875&goto=newpost Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:25:54 GMT I am looking to accessorize my new bike I have a 1983 Midnight Virago 920 I want to find a rear luggage rack some hard saddle bags and a fairing... I am looking to accessorize my new bike
I have a 1983 Midnight Virago 920
I want to find a rear luggage rack
some hard saddle bags and a fairing if they are available
My bike is in pretty good condition, I have just put 4,000 miles on it
When I purchased it, it had only 6,000 miles on the odometer. ]]> Wanted jimmieg http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=875 ceased up motor???? http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=874&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:43:14 GMT Hi, I have an 82 virago with a locked up motor, before I start to tear her down is there anything I might be able to try, have heard of people... Hi, I have an 82 virago with a locked up motor, before I start to tear her down is there anything I might be able to try, have heard of people pouring Diesel,coca-cola or wd-40 down the spark plugs ports???any suggestions greatly appreciated. Thanks..... ]]> All Yamaha Garage daryl1964 http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=874 1982 Virago 920 http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=873&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:39:56 GMT I love this bike but it's time to let it go.
You can see by the pic attached that it's had some mods, specifically the Cycom box was removed and handlebars changed among a few others.
Engine turns and sounds good but it's not turning over and I'm not sure why. Otherwise it's in pretty great shape. I have most if not all of the parts that were taken off of it but full disclosure those parts are in varying conditions. I moved and it just sits in the garage of a friend. The bike is located in Connecticut. I'll consider pretty much any offer. Thanks
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]]> Motorcycles For Sale gbvirago http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=873 <![CDATA[Backrest Luggage Rack for '85 XV700]]> http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=872&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Aug 2010 19:35:42 GMT Wanted: Backrest & Luggage Rack for '85 XV700

Prefer factory OEM parts, good condition.

THANKS! ]]> Wanted n3089n http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=872 front brakes http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=871&goto=newpost Sat, 14 Aug 2010 06:45:52 GMT The front brake on my '81 750 has been mushy so I am rebuilding the master cylinder and caliper, changing pads, and replacing rubber hose with stainless steel hose. Is there anything else I can do to improve the brakes? Also, since I'm starting with a dry system, is there any problem switching over to dot 5 fluid? I like the fact that it doesn't mess up paint as fast. ]]> Virago Garage scratcher09 http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=871 1981 xv750h Carb removal http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=870&goto=newpost Fri, 13 Aug 2010 18:11:11 GMT Hi this is first post for the site. I am very new to virago's.

Does anyone know if i have to drop the engine to take off the carbs. I have them loose but there is not enough clearance to pull them out. Does anyone have a secret way to pull them out. ]]> Virago Garage hammy http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=870 <![CDATA[virago "stock" exhaust switch]]> http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=869&goto=newpost Mon, 09 Aug 2010 19:04:24 GMT Hello I have a 85' 1000 virago, I found a used exhaust for it, the bike has after market pipes now, the question I have is the flanges that hold the pipe to the rear head are different! The flange on it is thin about 5/16 inch thick and the new flange which is chrome plated which I got off the bike in the boneyard is a lot thicker will this fit? Please let me know thank's!! Wiscxv1000guy ]]> Virago Garage wiscxv1000man http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=869 paint job http://www.viragoclassic.com/forum/showthread.php?t=868&goto=newpost Sat, 07 Aug 2010 07:24:23 GMT I grinded my tank down to bare metal and then airbrushed Marilyn. Then I finished it off with some scallops before sealing it in clear. I grinded my tank down to bare metal and then airbrushed Marilyn. Then I finished it off with some scallops before sealing it in clear.
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