#1 Probably just a bandaid to the real problem, and those 4 bolts can f*up quick if over-tightened and break ! #2 Unlikely a timing prob. If...
Couldn't be lower in quality than Harbor Freight !
Dija do a compression test to possibly explain the lowish power ??
What's illustrated in the Honda service manual ?? Dija check valve tops for signs of distress, mushrooming ??
Amazing, man !! You're SO nearly-fanatical about your VFR........i mean in a GOOD way of course, yeah !:eagerness: How many miles on the bike ??
There's a obvious and traditional solution for an engine that's running too cool in cool weather: block about 1/4 of the radiator area with...
If it's not a hydraulic problem, then the pads might have been installed a bit wrong maybe a misplaced pad guide spring (or the wrong pads)....or...
Try a higher rear tire pressure with your load.:biggrin-new:
Y^our operation was not quite a success it seems. You may need to re-bleed at a banjo bolt.
Could be a misplaced pad retaining spring--those brassy-lookin wierd-shaped ones that can easily be installed wrong or missing entirely !
If it's a Shindengen i still wouldn't trust it !!!!!! Shindengen translates into English as "You walkin' home, sucka !!" :tongue-new:
Even if you do find spark, the wires could be connected incorrectly.
0ur Rocketer is correct in stating that no fuel will (can) flow into carbs unless the pump is powered-up, so leaving on reserve is never a problem.
This kid has talent and brains in abundance !! :triumphant: I rode my first VFR ('86 700 in 1990)) for about three weeks before i dared install...
I'm no chemist, but i Xylene does soften up rubber....AS IT BREAKS IT DOWN !! What we call rubber hates a wide variety of chemicals: some make it...
Check fuel lines for cracks, including under the clamps !
YTX12 may be too tall for seat to latch down. I'm not sure. You need to test the charging system output (13.5-14.5 volts) before blaming battery....
Randy ?? C'mon, man, you're retired.........:beguiled:
OK, Gav, and to answer your question about compression readings, i'd suggest that on your COLD engine--with all plugs removed and a strong battery...
Don't eliminate the oil cooler or you could accelerate engine wear.
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