i don't know what plastic is used for the connectors, but HDPE melts around 230F and can be extruded around 350 to 500F, not sure when it starts...
That's the starter relay switch The pink 4-pin connector plugs in to the starter relay switch, the housing of which contains the 30 amp fuse....
The 2nd gear shift problem is likely worn ends of the gear dogs. It happens from trying to shift too fast before the clutch has time to release...
aka the 3 lbs sledgie?
What's behind that pivot cap, item 25? And how does the left main step holder, #14, mount to the frame--it doesn't show but one fastener, #22....
Did you remove the drain bolt on the water pump also--if not then that's where you left the extra fluid.
Thanks for sharing the pictures. That's one of my first and all time favorite viffers--you obviously have the bug and will endeavor to persevere...
You blew it dude, how many RC30's [legendary endurance racing machine] did they make for the entire world--should have sold that POS harley...now...
For oil, grease, dirt, etc. i will dunk the whole rack in a bucket of pine oil cleaner aka pinesol, for 24 hours. May have to hit stubborn spots...
5 drops in 6 months? A big tall and heavy VFR is not a good choice as a new rider's first bike. Do yourself a favor before you get seriously...
If the crankcase were full then it would not be able to turn over. Sounds like that's not the issue. Might need to pull the starter motor and...
How old was the battery--what's the battery voltage when you push the starter button? Check the crankcase oil level, there's a good chance that...
http://vfrworld.com/forums/mechanics-garage/22449-cleaning-carbs.html
The gasket is a big thick rubber packing that functions more like an o-ring than a paper gasket. i've pulled many covers on old bikes and never...
That compression test would have told you whether to continue or if it's damaged goods. But since the valves are adjusted and the carbs...
Are you using the choke lever to start the bike? What is the idle speed when the engine is warmed up? Does it require the choke lever to be on...
You might want to install the filter between the petcock and fuel pump just in case the tank has rust or crud, or you can put a second one between...
Looks like you found it. Obviously from this data the number 4 cylinder is not sparking-- probably the plug is fouled. How hard is it to pull...
That washer looks like the one that goes on the end of the pilot screw between the spring and the oring.
Make sure the boot clamp screws are backed way off--just having them a turn from tight is not nearly enough. The boots have to really expand to...
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