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VIRAGO TIPS AND TRICKS

Descriptions of different things to do to a XV1100 VIRAGO and some other model Virago's also. Just click on the image that you want to view and if it is not large enough, you can scroll to the bottom and click on the size that you want it to be. I hope this helps you out.
WELCOME, CLICK ON THIS PHOTO TO SEE MORE OF MY VIRAGO TIPS AND TRICKS
WELCOME, CLICK ON THIS PHOTO TO SEE MORE OF MY VIRAGO TIPS AND TRICKS		 NO NOT SUPERMAN - LOOK UP ON HIS BIKE - IT'S VIAGROMAN
NO NOT SUPERMAN - LOOK UP ON HIS BIKE - IT'S "VIAGROMAN"
WANT TO JOIN A TOTALLY DISORGANIZED CLUB, CHECK OUT THIS ONE
WANT TO JOIN A TOTALLY DISORGANIZED CLUB, CHECK OUT THIS ONE		 IF THE PRINT IS TOO SMALL TO READ, CLICK ON ORIGINAL BELOW, FOR MORE PHOTOS CLICK ON NEXT AT RIGHT
IF THE PRINT IS TOO SMALL TO READ, CLICK ON "ORIGINAL" BELOW, FOR MORE PHOTOS CLICK ON "NEXT" AT RIGHT
JAPANESE YAMAHA VIRAGO.
JAPANESE YAMAHA VIRAGO.		 FUELING UP AT DEALS GAP
FUELING UP AT DEALS GAP
'96 XV1100 VIAGRO CORBIN SEAT MAC EXHAUST LEATHERLIKE BAGS KJS CUSTOM CANDY PAINT AND MUCH MORE
'96 XV1100 "VIAGRO" CORBIN SEAT MAC EXHAUST LEATHERLIKE BAGS KJS CUSTOM CANDY PAINT AND MUCH MORE		 SEPTEMBER 2011 RIDING UP INTO THE WASATCH MOUNTAINS IN UTAH WITH THIS VIEW OF SNOW BASIN SKI RESORT OUTSIDE OF OGDEN, UTAH
SEPTEMBER 2011 RIDING UP INTO THE WASATCH MOUNTAINS IN UTAH WITH THIS VIEW OF SNOW BASIN SKI RESORT OUTSIDE OF OGDEN, UTAH
SEPTEMBER 2011 RIDING UP INTO THE WASATCH MOUNTAINS IN UTAH WITH THIS VIEW OVER INTO WYOMING
SEPTEMBER 2011 RIDING UP INTO THE WASATCH MOUNTAINS IN UTAH WITH THIS VIEW OVER INTO WYOMING		 CLICK ON NEXT IN THE UPPER RIGHT CORNER TO VIEW THE REST OF THE STORY, OR CLICK ON THE PICTURE TO SEE ALL OF THEM
CLICK ON "NEXT" IN THE UPPER RIGHT CORNER TO VIEW THE REST OF THE STORY, OR CLICK ON THE PICTURE TO SEE ALL OF THEM
JARDINE FWD CONTROLS INSTRUCTIONS PG.1
JARDINE FWD CONTROLS INSTRUCTIONS PG.1		 JARDINE FWD CONTROLS INSTRUCTIONS PG.2
JARDINE FWD CONTROLS INSTRUCTIONS PG.2
LEFT SIDE
LEFT SIDE		 LEFT FORWARD CONTROLS
LEFT FORWARD CONTROLS
LEFT REAR MOUNT NUT
LEFT REAR MOUNT NUT		 SHIFT LINKAGE WITH EXTENSION
SHIFT LINKAGE WITH EXTENSION
LEFT FRONT MOUNT BOLT
LEFT FRONT MOUNT BOLT		 FRONT MOUNT ASSEMBLY
FRONT MOUNT ASSEMBLY
RIGHT SIDE
RIGHT SIDE		 RIGHT FORWARD CONTROLS
RIGHT FORWARD CONTROLS
RIGHT FRONT MOUNT NUT
RIGHT FRONT MOUNT NUT		 RIGHT REAR MOUNT BOLT AND BRAKE ARM WITH EXTENSION ROD
RIGHT REAR MOUNT BOLT AND BRAKE ARM WITH EXTENSION ROD
BRAKE ARM AND EXTENSION ROD
BRAKE ARM AND EXTENSION ROD		 BRAKE PEDAL ARM MOUNT WITH COTTER KEY
BRAKE PEDAL ARM MOUNT WITH COTTER KEY
BRAKE ARM FRONT VIEW
BRAKE ARM FRONT VIEW		 FRONT
FRONT
LEATHERLIKE BAG MOUNTING BRACKET
LEATHERLIKE BAG MOUNTING BRACKET		 LOWERED LEATHERLIKE BAGS, CLICK ON ORIGINAL FOR A LARGER VIEW
LOWERED LEATHERLIKE BAGS, CLICK ON "ORIGINAL" FOR A LARGER VIEW
VIRAGO TURN SIGNAL BEEPER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
VIRAGO TURN SIGNAL BEEPER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS		 AIS REMOVAL ARTICLE FROM YAMAHA VIRAGO MAILING LIST
AIS REMOVAL ARTICLE FROM YAMAHA VIRAGO MAILING LIST
AIS REMOVAL AND TEXT.JPG
AIS REMOVAL AND TEXT.JPG		 XV1100 VIRAGO CORBIN BACKREST DRAWING AND ADJUSTMENT LOCATION
XV1100 VIRAGO CORBIN BACKREST DRAWING AND ADJUSTMENT LOCATION
XV535 WITH HOMEMADE BACKREST, CONVERTED INDIVIDUAL SADDLE BAGS FROM THROW-OVERS AND TURN SIGNAL RELOCATION BRACKETS
XV535 WITH HOMEMADE BACKREST, CONVERTED INDIVIDUAL SADDLE BAGS FROM THROW-OVERS AND TURN SIGNAL RELOCATION BRACKETS		 535 FRONT WITH HOME MADE HIGHWAY BARS AND FOOT PEGS AND AFTERMARKET HANDLEBARS
535 FRONT WITH HOME MADE HIGHWAY BARS AND FOOT PEGS AND AFTERMARKET HANDLEBARS
XV 535 BACKREST MOUNTS INSTRUCTIONS
XV 535 BACKREST MOUNTS INSTRUCTIONS		 XV535 PASSENGER SEAT MODIFICATIONS FOR BACKREST
XV535 PASSENGER SEAT MODIFICATIONS FOR BACKREST
VW HEADREST INSTRUCTIONS
VW HEADREST INSTRUCTIONS		 TURN SIGNAL RELOCATION BRACKET
TURN SIGNAL RELOCATION BRACKET
HOME MADE TURN SIGNAL RELOCATING BRACKET AND WIRING
HOME MADE TURN SIGNAL RELOCATING BRACKET AND WIRING		 TAIL/STOP/ & THIRD STOP LIGHT & TURN / RUNNING LIGHTS THAT ARE WIRED INTO THE TAILLIGHT WIRING UNDER THE SEAT
TAIL/STOP/ & THIRD STOP LIGHT & TURN / RUNNING LIGHTS THAT ARE WIRED INTO THE TAILLIGHT WIRING UNDER THE SEAT
REAR LED TAIL / TURN SIGNAL MODIFICATION
REAR LED TAIL / TURN SIGNAL MODIFICATION		 HEADLIGHT MODULATOR
HEADLIGHT MODULATOR
MODULATING HEADLIGHT FEDERAL REGULATIONS
MODULATING HEADLIGHT FEDERAL REGULATIONS		 SCREAMING VIRAGO AIR CLEANER
SCREAMING VIRAGO AIR CLEANER
MY THANKS TO AL HATTEN FOR HIS ORIGINAL IDEA ON HIS 750 VIRAGO, THAT I USED AS A BASE TO START FROM. THIS IS LESS EXPENSIVE.
MY THANKS TO AL HATTEN FOR HIS ORIGINAL IDEA ON HIS 750 VIRAGO, THAT I USED AS A BASE TO START FROM. THIS IS LESS EXPENSIVE.		 THIS IS WHAT COMES IN THE HARLEY DAVIDSON SCREAMING EAGLE KIT #29008-90A
THIS IS WHAT COMES IN THE HARLEY DAVIDSON SCREAMING EAGLE KIT #29008-90A
MAKE SURE THAT YOU USE THIS H-D SCREAMING EAGLE KIT NUMBER
MAKE SURE THAT YOU USE THIS H-D SCREAMING EAGLE KIT NUMBER		 SCREAMING EAGLE BACKING PLATE WITH VIRAGO AIR TUBE INSTALLED
SCREAMING EAGLE BACKING PLATE WITH VIRAGO AIR TUBE INSTALLED
SCREAMING EAGLE VELOCITY STACK AND VIRAGO AIR TUBE INSTALLED
SCREAMING EAGLE VELOCITY STACK AND VIRAGO AIR TUBE INSTALLED		 HOMEMADE BRACKET AND MOUNTING POINTS
HOMEMADE BRACKET AND MOUNTING POINTS
MAKING THE MOUNTING BRACKET
MAKING THE MOUNTING BRACKET		 HOMEMADE BRACKET FRONT MOUNTING POINT
HOMEMADE BRACKET FRONT MOUNTING POINT
HOMEMADE BRACKET, REAR MOUNTING POINT
HOMEMADE BRACKET, REAR MOUNTING POINT		 SCREAMING EAGLE/K&N AIR FILTER ASSEMBLY INSTALLED
SCREAMING EAGLE/K&N AIR FILTER ASSEMBLY INSTALLED
THIS KIT ALLOWS SO MUCH BETTER BREATHING THAN STOCK, THAT RE-JETTING THE CARBS WILL BE REQUIRED
THIS KIT ALLOWS SO MUCH BETTER BREATHING THAN STOCK, THAT RE-JETTING THE CARBS WILL BE REQUIRED		 ARLEN NESS COVER INSTALLED
ARLEN NESS COVER INSTALLED
THESE ARE JUST THE STOCK GOLD ANODIZED COVERS AND FLOAT BOWLS POLISHED TO A HIGH LUSTER AND CLEAR-COATED
THESE ARE JUST THE STOCK GOLD ANODIZED COVERS AND FLOAT BOWLS POLISHED TO A HIGH LUSTER AND CLEAR-COATED		 ARLEN NESS AIR CLEANER COVER PART NUMBER, YOU MIGHT BE ABLE TO FIND A LESS EXPENSIVE 8 COVER.
ARLEN NESS AIR CLEANER COVER PART NUMBER, YOU MIGHT BE ABLE TO FIND A LESS EXPENSIVE 8" COVER.
REMOVED LEFT SIDE BUGEYE AND CAPPED OFF VACUUM LINES.
REMOVED LEFT SIDE BUGEYE AND CAPPED OFF VACUUM LINES.		 COST FOR KIT AND COVER WAS $140.00, BUT RE-JETTING IS ALSO REQUIRED
COST FOR KIT AND COVER WAS $140.00, BUT RE-JETTING IS ALSO REQUIRED
KJS SINGLE CARBURETOR CONVERSION, WITH A SCREAMIN' EAGLE AIRCLEANER KIT (CLICK ON NEXT AT RIGHT FOR MORE PHOTOS)
KJS SINGLE CARBURETOR CONVERSION, WITH A SCREAMIN' EAGLE AIRCLEANER KIT (CLICK ON "NEXT" AT RIGHT FOR MORE PHOTOS)		 FOR THE KJS KIT, START BY INSERTING THE BUGEYE AIR-TUBE INTO THE SE BACKING PLATE
FOR THE KJS KIT, START BY INSERTING THE BUGEYE AIR-TUBE INTO THE SE BACKING PLATE
THEN PUT THE VELOCITY STACK OVER THE TUBE, SPRAYING WD-40 ON THE TUBE HELPS A LOT
THEN PUT THE VELOCITY STACK OVER THE TUBE, SPRAYING WD-40 ON THE TUBE HELPS A LOT		 MOUNT THE BACKING PLATE TO THE CARB AND ALIGN THE WAY YOU WANT IT TO END UP
MOUNT THE BACKING PLATE TO THE CARB AND ALIGN THE WAY YOU WANT IT TO END UP
MARK WITH MASKING TAPE, WHERE YOU ARE GOING TO MAKE YOUR CUT
MARK WITH MASKING TAPE, WHERE YOU ARE GOING TO MAKE YOUR CUT		 THIS IS WHERE I ENDED UP CUTTING THE TUBE
THIS IS WHERE I ENDED UP CUTTING THE TUBE
REINSERT THE CUT TUBE INTO THE BACKING PLATE, FOLDING IT THIS WAY HELPS GET IT STARTED
REINSERT THE CUT TUBE INTO THE BACKING PLATE, FOLDING IT THIS WAY HELPS GET IT STARTED		 SLIDE THE VELOCITY STACK OVER THE TUBE
SLIDE THE VELOCITY STACK OVER THE TUBE
APPLY LIBERAL AMOUNT OF GAS AND OIL RESISTANT RTV SILICONE BETWEEN VELOCITY STACK AND TUBE
APPLY LIBERAL AMOUNT OF GAS AND OIL RESISTANT RTV SILICONE BETWEEN VELOCITY STACK AND TUBE		 APPLY LIBERAL AMOUNT OF RTV SILICONE ON THE BACK SIDE, SMOOTHING IT WITH A MOIST FINGER FOR THAT NEATER LOOK (?)
APPLY LIBERAL AMOUNT OF RTV SILICONE ON THE BACK SIDE, SMOOTHING IT WITH A MOIST FINGER FOR THAT NEATER LOOK (?)
APPLY A DAB OF SILICONE TO THE BRACKET BOLTS WHILE USING LOCKNUT'S ON THE BACK
APPLY A DAB OF SILICONE TO THE BRACKET BOLTS WHILE USING LOCKNUT'S ON THE BACK		 A SMALL L BRACKET FROM THE REAR BUGEYE MOUNT TO THE CARB HELPS SUPPORT THE CARB AND THE LARGE BRACKET SUPPORTS THE AIRCLEANER
A SMALL "L" BRACKET FROM THE REAR BUGEYE MOUNT TO THE CARB HELPS SUPPORT THE CARB AND THE LARGE BRACKET SUPPORTS THE AIRCLEANER
I HAVE ADDED AN ADDITIONAL BRACKET TO STABILIZE THE CARBURETOR
I HAVE ADDED AN ADDITIONAL BRACKET TO STABILIZE THE CARBURETOR		 THE FILTER IS WIDER THAN THE SUPPLIED KJS FILTER, SO IT STICKS OUT FURTHER
THE FILTER IS WIDER THAN THE SUPPLIED KJS FILTER, SO IT STICKS OUT FURTHER
MAKING AN EXTENSION FOR THE BRAKE PEDAL HELPED
MAKING AN EXTENSION FOR THE BRAKE PEDAL HELPED		 FIRST CRANKCASE VENT FILTER
FIRST CRANKCASE VENT FILTER
KRANK VENT INSTALLATION, THERE ARE FOUR PHOTOS THAT CHANGE AUTOMATIC LY
"KRANK VENT" INSTALLATION, THERE ARE FOUR PHOTOS THAT CHANGE AUTOMATIC LY		 THE AIR CLEANER IS MORE CENTERED BETWEEN THE CYLINDERS WITH THE KJS KIT AND NO RE-JETTING IS REQUIRED
THE AIR CLEANER IS MORE CENTERED BETWEEN THE CYLINDERS WITH THE KJS KIT AND NO RE-JETTING IS REQUIRED
SEAT RISERS OUTSIDE VIEW
SEAT RISERS OUTSIDE VIEW		 SPOT LIGHT BAR RELAY WIRING ON A 1996 YAMAHA XV1100 VIRAGO
SPOT LIGHT BAR RELAY WIRING ON A 1996 YAMAHA XV1100 VIRAGO
SPOT LIGHT ON / OFF SWITCH
SPOT LIGHT ON / OFF SWITCH		 THE NEWEST HARLEY OWNER STICKER TO DISPLAY ON THEIR VEHICLE
THE NEWEST HARLEY OWNER STICKER TO DISPLAY ON THEIR VEHICLE
THE PROOF IS IN THE LABELING
THE PROOF IS IN THE LABELING		 YOU CAN MAKE THE IMAGE LARGER BY CLICKING ON LARGE OR ORIGINAL, THEN CLICK ON NEXT TO SEE MORE INFORMATION
YOU CAN MAKE THE IMAGE LARGER BY CLICKING ON LARGE OR ORIGINAL, THEN CLICK ON NEXT TO SEE MORE INFORMATION
KEEP GOING THERE IS MORE
KEEP GOING THERE IS MORE		 YOU ARE ALMOST FINISHED
YOU ARE ALMOST FINISHED
SIMPLE WASN'T IT?
SIMPLE WASN'T IT?		 THE HORNS CAME IN A RED COLOR AND I PAINTED THEM BLACK USING KRYLON FUSION PAINT, CLICK ON LARGE FOR BIGGER VIEW, NEXT FOR MORE
THE HORNS CAME IN A RED COLOR AND I PAINTED THEM BLACK USING KRYLON FUSION PAINT, CLICK ON LARGE FOR BIGGER VIEW, NEXT FOR MORE
THE AIR HORNS JUST FIT IN THIS AREA OF THE WINDSHIELD AND ARE SOMEWHAT PROTECTED FROM THE ELEMENTS
THE AIR HORNS JUST FIT IN THIS AREA OF THE WINDSHIELD AND ARE SOMEWHAT PROTECTED FROM THE ELEMENTS		 I HAVE EVEN HEARD OF THE COMPRESSOR BEING HIDDEN INSIDE OF A TOOL OR SADDLE BAGS
I HAVE EVEN HEARD OF THE COMPRESSOR BEING HIDDEN INSIDE OF A TOOL OR SADDLE BAGS
MOST PEOPLE ARE SURPRISED WHEN THEY HEAR AIR HORNS SOUND COMING FROM A MOTORCYCLE, IT DEFINITELY GETS ATTENTION
MOST PEOPLE ARE SURPRISED WHEN THEY HEAR AIR HORNS SOUND COMING FROM A MOTORCYCLE, IT DEFINITELY GETS ATTENTION		 WIRING DIAGRAM FOR AIR HORNS USING STOCK GROUNDED HORN BUTTON
WIRING DIAGRAM FOR AIR HORNS USING STOCK GROUNDED HORN BUTTON
HOW TO INDEX YOUR THROTTLE GRIP
HOW TO INDEX YOUR THROTTLE GRIP		 THROTTLE LOCK.
THROTTLE LOCK.
SEALING THE EDGE OF THE NEW PAINT INSIDE AND AROUND THE GAS FILLER NECK WILL KEEP GAS FROM GETTING UP UNDER THAT NEW PAINT JOB
SEALING THE EDGE OF THE NEW PAINT INSIDE AND AROUND THE GAS FILLER NECK WILL KEEP GAS FROM GETTING UP UNDER THAT NEW PAINT JOB		 IMPROVING THE $1.55 MANOMETER, FIRST GO TO; http://www.powerchutes.com/manometer.asp FOR THE BASIC INSTRUCTIONS, THEN DO THIS
IMPROVING THE $1.55 MANOMETER, FIRST GO TO; http://www.powerchutes.com/manometer.asp FOR THE BASIC INSTRUCTIONS, THEN DO THIS
NEW MIRROR STICKER ISSUED FOR LARGER DISPLACEMENT YAMAHA VIRAGO'S
NEW MIRROR STICKER ISSUED FOR LARGER DISPLACEMENT YAMAHA VIRAGO'S		 HOW TO BUILD A CENTER STAND LIFTING AID RAMP
HOW TO BUILD A "CENTER STAND LIFTING AID" RAMP
THIS IS AN ANIMATED VIEW OF HOW I USE THE CENTER STAND LIFTING AID TO HELP GET MY '96 XV1100, UP ONTO THE CENTER STAND
THIS IS AN ANIMATED VIEW OF HOW I USE THE "CENTER STAND LIFTING AID" TO HELP GET MY '96 XV1100, UP ONTO THE CENTER STAND		 POLISHING WHEELS ON A XV1100
POLISHING WHEELS ON A XV1100
MANY THINGS CAN AFFECT THE RIDE AND PERFORMANCE OF YOUR BIKE AND TIRE WEAR AND DAMAGE ARE NEAR THE TOP OF THE LIST
MANY THINGS CAN AFFECT THE RIDE AND PERFORMANCE OF YOUR BIKE AND TIRE WEAR AND DAMAGE ARE NEAR THE TOP OF THE LIST		 I HAD THIS PLATE MADE UP BY CREATE YOUR OWN AUTO TAGS AT; http://www.customlicenseplates.com/createyourownautotags.html
I HAD THIS PLATE MADE UP BY "CREATE YOUR OWN" AUTO TAGS AT; http://www.customlicenseplates.com/createyourownautotags.html
THIS IS MY OLD TRAILER IT WAS EITHER THE BIKE OR THE CAR THAT GOES WITH ME, BUT NOT BOTH FOR NOW
THIS IS MY OLD TRAILER IT WAS EITHER THE BIKE OR THE CAR THAT GOES WITH ME, BUT NOT BOTH FOR NOW		 2005 CARGO CRAFT AUTO AND MOTORCYCLE CARRIER TRAILER
2005 CARGO CRAFT AUTO AND MOTORCYCLE CARRIER TRAILER
I HAD TO BACK THE VW INSIDE IN ORDER TO HELP REDUCE THE TONGUE WEIGHT, WITH THE ENGINE AND TRANSAXLE LOADED AT THE REAR
I HAD TO BACK THE VW INSIDE IN ORDER TO HELP REDUCE THE TONGUE WEIGHT, WITH THE ENGINE AND TRANSAXLE LOADED AT THE REAR		 THERE IS PLENTY OF ROOM TO GET AROUND EVERYTHING INSIDE AND THE BICYCLE IS THERE TO MAKE PEOPLE THINK THAT I ACTUALLY EXERCISE
THERE IS PLENTY OF ROOM TO GET AROUND EVERYTHING INSIDE AND THE BICYCLE IS THERE TO MAKE PEOPLE THINK THAT I ACTUALLY EXERCISE
NOPE THE BIKE DOESN'T COME OUT THIS DOOR
NOPE THE BIKE DOESN'T COME OUT THIS DOOR		 NICE CABINETS AND CLOTHS RACK
NICE CABINETS AND CLOTHS RACK
I CAN JUST RIDE THE BIKE IN AND OUT THE RIGHT SIDE WITHOUT UNLOADING THE CAR
I CAN JUST RIDE THE BIKE IN AND OUT THE RIGHT SIDE WITHOUT UNLOADING THE CAR		 ANOTHER VIEW OF THE INSIDE
ANOTHER VIEW OF THE INSIDE
I USED A 12 V BOOSTER BATTERY TO POWER THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ON MY OLD MOTORCYCLE TRAILER, CLICK ON NEXT TO SEE HOW
I USED A 12 V BOOSTER BATTERY TO POWER THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ON MY OLD MOTORCYCLE TRAILER, CLICK ON "NEXT" TO SEE HOW		 THE BOOSTER BATTERY POWERS THE SIDE ENTRY DOOR LIGHT AS WELL AS THE INTERIOR LIGHTS, ALL OF WHICH ARE 12 VOLT
THE BOOSTER BATTERY POWERS THE SIDE ENTRY DOOR LIGHT AS WELL AS THE INTERIOR LIGHTS, ALL OF WHICH ARE 12 VOLT
THIS VIEW SHOWS THE POWER SUPPLY WIRE, AS WELL AS THE TOW VEHICLE CHARGING WIRE.
THIS VIEW SHOWS THE POWER SUPPLY WIRE, AS WELL AS THE TOW VEHICLE CHARGING WIRE.		 THE FUSE BOX IS A PLASTIC CUTOFF HOUSEHOLD TYPE SIMILAR TO WHAT IS USED FOR AN AIR CONDITIONER
THE FUSE BOX IS A PLASTIC CUTOFF HOUSEHOLD TYPE SIMILAR TO WHAT IS USED FOR AN AIR CONDITIONER
IN THIS VIEW YOU CAN SEE THE TWO INTERIOR SIDE 12 VOLT SIDE LIGHTS
IN THIS VIEW YOU CAN SEE THE TWO INTERIOR SIDE 12 VOLT SIDE LIGHTS		 THE 12 VOLT LIGHT SHOWN HERE IS LOCATED ABOVE THE ACCESSORY SHELF AND THERE IS ANOTHER ONE BELOW THE SHELF
THE 12 VOLT LIGHT SHOWN HERE IS LOCATED ABOVE THE ACCESSORY SHELF AND THERE IS ANOTHER ONE BELOW THE SHELF
RED LED ACCENT LIGHTING
RED LED ACCENT LIGHTING		 LEFT LED LIGHTS
LEFT LED LIGHTS
RIGHT LED LIGHTS
RIGHT LED LIGHTS		 MAC vs STOCK EXHAUST. HEAD PIPE WITH JARDINE SLASHCUTS
MAC vs STOCK EXHAUST. HEAD PIPE WITH JARDINE SLASHCUTS
HOW TO RAISE & SET BACK THE HANDLEBARS ON A '96 XV1100, BY USING '90 XV750 RISERS, CLICK ON NEXT AT RIGHT FOR MORE INFORMATION
HOW TO RAISE & SET BACK THE HANDLEBARS ON A '96 XV1100, BY USING '90 XV750 RISERS, CLICK ON "NEXT" AT RIGHT FOR MORE INFORMATION		 750 AND 1100 RISER DIFFERENCES
750 AND 1100 RISER DIFFERENCES
1100 AND 750 STUD DIAMETER MEASUREMENTS
1100 AND 750 STUD DIAMETER MEASUREMENTS		 1100 BEFORE AND AFTER CROWN HEAD MILLING MEASUREMENTS
1100 BEFORE AND AFTER CROWN HEAD MILLING MEASUREMENTS
HERE IS ANOTHER WAY TO DO THIS MODIFICATION
HERE IS ANOTHER WAY TO DO THIS MODIFICATION		 COMPLETED RISERS AND SHORTER MIRROR STEMS
COMPLETED RISERS AND SHORTER MIRROR STEMS
ENDS OF PIPES SHOWING BAFFLES, CLICK ON NEXT AT RIGHT FOR MORE INFORMATION
ENDS OF PIPES SHOWING BAFFLES, CLICK ON "NEXT" AT RIGHT FOR MORE INFORMATION		 TOOLS USED FOR DISC REMOVAL
TOOLS USED FOR DISC REMOVAL
BAFFLE DIVERTER PLUG EXPLANATION
BAFFLE DIVERTER PLUG EXPLANATION		 THE GHOST FLAMES ARE A LITTLE DIFFICULT TO CAPTURE ON FILM
THE GHOST FLAMES ARE A LITTLE DIFFICULT TO CAPTURE ON FILM
SPARK PLUG CAP REMOVAL.
SPARK PLUG CAP REMOVAL.		 ITEMS FOR SALE CLICK ON 'NEXT' AT THE RIGHT TO VIEW THEM
ITEMS FOR SALE CLICK ON 'NEXT' AT THE RIGHT TO VIEW THEM
FRONT VIEW - BACK VIEW.jpg
FRONT VIEW - BACK VIEW.jpg		 VIRAGO FOR SALE.jpg
VIRAGO FOR SALE.jpg

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Steve 08-Jun-2018 10:00
Hi,anyhelp on fitting engine bars to xv1100 94,also changing the grips,is their an easy way for morons like me who have never done it.Thanks.
Chavdar 03-May-2018 07:26
Good morning. I have a problem with my Virago, and I will appreciate any help. I bought it burned, only the engine and the frame survived. Now I'm working on the wiring. What I need are photos of the TCI wiring, clear enough to see the colours of the wires. The TCI is 20x-20. 42x-20 is the same. I'm really stuck here, as i checked all kind of manuals, forums and all that i found, and no info. The Virago is XV700CS'86. Thank you, and have a nice day.
Sharon 02-Jan-2017 01:23
I need a picture to show how to put the shifter rod back on a 89 1100 varogo motorcycle
Jim Moore 04-Jul-2016 02:20
I need a pickup coil for a 98 XV 1100. Any offers or suggestions? Please respond to moore@ptd.net
Thx
Jim
Mark Monroe10-Feb-2016 14:43
I have a XV-750 1996 model - Front Cylinder COIL problem C.D.I checks good. After warm up #1 fails?
howard 17-Jun-2015 07:23
I have an 81 xv750. A set of custom side exhaust pipes were fitted to it about 20 years ago by a previous owner that are now looking rather sad. Just wondering what some options are to replace exhaust system ( maybe a little more quiet). Will a later model exhaust bolt on, etc?
Guest 17-Feb-2015 18:51
Hi there - I was very happy to find this page. I recently got a 1982 Virargo 750 Midnight Special. The engine needs work (labor intensive), im thinking about putting a 920 on it as I understand the frame is the same. Any ideas for a quicker solution to get the bike running at a reasonable price? Please let me know steven.morphew@gmail.com
Thanks for your time and help (in advance)... Also, I'm wanting a bigger fuel tank.
Tony benton 26-Nov-2014 13:46
I have just got a 700 virargo I am looking for a left side battery cover mauroon colour, also it phase a sort off popping sound most when it's cold , been told it's a sticking valve. Any one help......
Tom 08-Nov-2014 14:27
I have a 1994 virago 750 and the throttle turns forward instead of back how do I fix it to turn the right way? Thanks
Mike 19-Jul-2014 00:06
Mike from illinois here can you tell me if any Harley seats will fit my 88 yamaha virago
Vx1100 without modification thanks
Guest 19-May-2014 15:52
Something to do with tail light comes on when locked left,
Mark Walker 25-Mar-2014 01:10
I have a 86 1100 Yamaha - I think the coil is bad how can I tell
Joe 14-Feb-2014 00:14
Hi all, mine is a 94 750, about 20k. Great bike. Problem is, speedo stopped working. After trying out some tests on the cable (it spins when bike is rocked back and forth. Any ideas? anywhere to get a used 94 speedo? anywhere to refurbish it?
Mike 01-Jul-2013 09:59
Hey I just wanted to ask you where did you get that
RIGHT REAR MOUNT BOLT cause I have been looking for something like that I have a set of aftermarket controls and well that piece that it came with dont fit right on my pipes but what you have there would be perfect
Timothy Talbot 23-Jan-2013 00:16
have a 1992 virago 1100 took for a trip got to my desination wouldnt crank .. thoght it was the battery .( wanted to start but no go jumped the battery started)so got home put new battery in next day drove to work samething charged battery up battery good woundering if the regulator is bad and where can i find it on the bike thanks Tim
connie 21-Sep-2012 02:44
2007 virago i removed the lamp and there was a little clamp that came off. i cannot figure out how to put it back on
Paul 28-May-2012 05:13
I have a 1991 XV1100 that drains my battery every time I turn the key to lock the handle bars. Have you heard of this problem before?
viorel 18-Apr-2012 17:31
you have yamaha virago xv 750 se ,I want help clucht starter problems.
Derrick 15-Apr-2012 14:05
I am putting 1 inch handle bars on my 82 750 virago, any ideas on where I can get clamps and everything to fit?
chuck 08-Apr-2012 15:29
I have an 82 virago that i put an 1100 virago motor on have it running now but not much power i had to use the carbs from the 920 do i just need to jet them for the 1100 motor like i said runs now can ride it now just not much power compression is good any ideas
Rich 04-Mar-2012 22:45
For the 1981 yamaha virago engine guard question below my email address is Ramtugh@gmail.com
Rich 04-Mar-2012 22:43
Hi, I have a 1981 Yamaha Virago and I was wondering if it were possible to remove the engine guard? I know it is physically but will it weaken the structural integrity of the frame? Or weaken anything for the motor? It appears that it might have something to do with stabilizing the motor? Thank you
madpig24-Nov-2011 07:47
Hi, I have a '94 535 with 5498 miles on it but as its been under a cover for 12 years the main tank has an awfull lot of rust inside. Do you know if a twin cap mustang tank would fit as I am going for a bobber/chopper look. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
J.A. Laughlin 12-Oct-2011 10:17
@Brian... Yes the 20/50 oil from walmart is fine. The screaming starter problem is a tension clip and you need to replace it or tighten it. I had to tighten mine as I could not find a new one. It takes some finess, but you can pull it off and squeeze it with a channel locks to make it tighter. For the drive shaft use 70/80 wt gear oil. Hope that helps.
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cody sasser 07-Sep-2011 23:02
i have a 95 virago 1100 and want to put ape hangers on it. i am havin trouble findin a wiring harness to wxtend the wires. any suggestions
Eddie Hobson 08-Jul-2011 08:28
Hi Like what you done with the Virago .I have a 1995 1100 and have also changed alot .Do you know if they have a problem with the regulators /rectifiers blowing. and what benifits did you find fitting the single carb, Cheers Eddie Melbourne Australia
Brian 26-May-2011 02:23
I just got an old 85 Virago 700. It needs the oil changed and the drive shaft fluid. I need help. It doesn't have a manual and i need to know what to do, where to do it on the bike and what fluids to use. Is Walmart super Tech oil 20/50 ok to use in the bike, I live in Ga where it's very hot ?
My starter doesn't want to engage 50% of the time, it just squeals then will finally engage, any advice ? My oil light came on last time I started it so i shut it off.
Matt 12-May-2011 19:49
Hello,

I am a proud owner of a '97 Virago 535. I bought it off my father in-law about a year ago and it did not run. Not being a mechanic I worked on it for a year and got it running. Now that I decided to really get her running well. I got the carbs cleaned after de-rusting the tanks. Now I cannot get her to turn over. I have fuel getting to it but I am unable to get her to turn over. I am wondering how to prime the fuel system to get her to turn over. Thanks for any help.
Dan 07-Sep-2010 05:32
my email is draconis316@shaw.ca by the way.
Dan 07-Sep-2010 05:31
Hey, I have an 82 virago. I want to put a custom seat on it, something a little less thick and fat, and some way of lowering the rear suspension a little. Trying to give it a chopper look. Already have the custom fender and that part looks lower, but I'm trying to figure out where I can find a lower seat, or how I can lower the stock seat, my fiance has a hard time getting on my bike because the back seat is too high (she's only 5'1 lol) Please email me back ASAP if you have advise.
Claude 28-Jul-2010 23:54
I added a 1 inch handlebars to my 87 virago 750 but cannot find 1 inch trottle to slip over the new bars to fit in the original virago modofied controls.....do you you have any suggestions on what I can use??? Thank you very much
Tom 24-Jul-2010 06:19
Hi i have a virago 700,hatachi twin carbs,how do i balance them and set the fuel mixture.any help would be appreciated.thanks.TOM
Kevin (PA) 24-Jun-2010 16:46
Great page!!!!...finally one out there customizing and sharing the awesome knowledge of the Virago. "Question"..I have a 1994 XV750..want to slam it down in the rear. I believe I have 12.5 rear shocks. I am searching to lower it to a point....with out dropping the triple tree....and at 10.5 in the rear. Progressive has a rear 412 shock that adjust they say ?...from 11.0 to 12.5. Cant seem to find a shock out there lower then the progressive 412. Give me some advice....Main reason to lower is for the look...closer to the ground on seat height..and to fill the gap between the rear tire and fender as I cant stand that appearance...and the lowering of rear shocks seem the easiest way to achieve that...ratther than a new fender/tire size.
Kevin (PA) 24-Jun-2010 16:44
Great page!!!!...finally one out there customizing and sharing the awesome knowledge of the Virago. "Question"..I have a 1994 XV750..want to slam it down in the rear. I believe I have 12.5 rear shocks. I am searching to lower it to a point....with out dropping the triple tree....and at 10.5 in the rear. Progressive has a rear 412 shock that adjust they say ?...from 11.0 to 12.5. Cant seem to find a shock out there lower then the progressive 412. Give me some advice....Main reason to lower is for the look...closer to the ground on seat height..and to fill the gap between the rear tire and fender as I cant stand that appearance...and the lowering of rear shocks seem the easiest way to achieve that...ratther than a new fender/tire size.
Frances 23-Jun-2010 23:36
Hi. I have an XV1100 Virago, that is my only transportation. My friend has been trying to "check" why it's not holding a charge. He looks in the Owners Service Manual but it doesn't say or show where the rectifier or the stator coil is. Is there any way you could tell me where it is, and what would be even more help, if you could please email me a picture of what it looks like. Thank you so much.
Shaz 16-Jun-2010 12:05
Hi i have a virago xv750se 82-83 and im looking for a special mounting subframe so that i can fit a sidecar to my bike. Do you know of anyone who makes them or who has one for sale? If i could make one i would but i'm not qualified enough to do the welding lol, or if someone has a drawing of one and i get someone else to make it for me.
Be great to hear of anybody who has done this before.
Thanxs
Shaz
mark wyant 16-May-2010 14:57
I have a 1981 virago 750 that had sat up for a while and the fuel caused gunk in the carbs. I got float kits and installed them. I changed the float valve, main jet and pilot jet. The kits came with new pilot screws and I put them in to each carb and screwed them in till they stopped and part of the needle ends are protruding through the tiny ports in the throttle valve bodies. New wires and plugs are on it. Now, it will not run unless I put a shot of spray start in the air intake.It will run fine until the spray start is gone. I got the book out and it said the pilot screws are factory adjusted and not to disturb them. The bowls fill up with with fuel and the floats are working ok. Is there a rough adjustment I can use on the pilot screws? And do you think that the pilot screws are the issue?
mark wyant 16-May-2010 14:57
I have a 1981 virago 750 that had sat up for a while and the fuel caused gunk in the carbs. I got float kits and installed them. I changed the float valve, main jet and pilot jet. The kits came with new pilot screws and I put them in to each carb and screwed them in till they stopped and part of the needle ends are protruding through the tiny ports in the throttle valve bodies. New wires and plugs are on it. Now, it will not run unless I put a shot of spray start in the air intake.It will run fine until the spray start is gone. I got the book out and it said the pilot screws are factory adjusted and not to disturb them. The bowls fill up with with fuel and the floats are working ok. Is there a rough adjustment I can use on the pilot screws? And do you think that the pilot screws are the issue?
DAVID 15-May-2010 02:47
I HAVE A 1996 YAMAHA XV750 VIRAGO THAT WAS WRECKED STILL HAS A LOT OF GOOD PARTS. MY QUESTION IS WHAT YEARS AND SIZES ARE INTERCHANGEABLE WITH MY 1996 WHAT I NEED MOST IS A FRAME AND FORKS WITH A GOOD TITLE MY EMAIL IS dav396@bellsouth.net IF ANYBODY CAN ANSWER MY QUESTION THANKS DAVID
Ron C 10-May-2010 11:44
I HAVE A 1994 VIRAGO 1100
IS THERE ANY CHROME SPOKE FRONT WHEEL THAT WILL FIT MY BIKE?
THANKS.
Gera Mtz 20-Apr-2010 18:03
exelente pagina amigo, muchas gracias por los tips me son de mucha ayuda, te estoy muy agradecido. yo tengo una virago 750 '83 y estaba buscando como hacer para colocarle unos mandos adelantados, gracias gracias gracias!!
J-rock 07-Apr-2010 02:10
I have a 1985 yamaha virgo 1000 cc with 9000 miles on it so obviously it hasn't been road much it has a back fire mostly when you rev the motor and a little when idle also you have to tap the carb bowl sometimes at a stop cause it sticks a little any ideas on how to fix
Perry 13-Mar-2010 02:57
I have a XV250, 2005 i use to carry my surfboard, can anyone suggest a wider rear tire for sand and still be good on the street. Would i have to go to wider Rim?? anyone with experience??
Thanks
Daniel Harrison 08-Mar-2010 15:10
I have a 1991 virago 750 xv.... I need to know if a 535 rear chrome spoke wheel will fit on it.....I found a chrome spoke whell for the front ..... But the back looks a lil complicated..... I found a 535 rear chrome spoke on ebay... Wondered if it would fit... Please help.... If you have any other suggestions please let me know.....
Sam 14-Feb-2010 19:22
I've got a 83' Virago 920mk. No problems at all. Has 44k, but am in need of saddlebag support bars. Anyone know where I can find a set to fit this bike???
T 16-Dec-2009 01:51
Can you send me a pic of ignition assembly for 85 virago 700. I took mine apart to fit the two screws (they were missing). Let me explain, the key ignition was super loose before i did all this and it would not start because the copper contacts were not making good connection with the black circular wachamacallit behind it. Anyway i took it apart to find that the screws that hold the black tubular ignition to the frame were missing so i tried to jerry rig something. I wish I could describe it better to you. I fooled around with the pin that has the spring around it that goes in the ignition. nothing is working now.
Paul 26-Oct-2009 22:27
to anaman51:
Are you still looking to change your pegs?
I have just purchased an '81 Virago with customized pegs shifter and brake pedal and replaced them to go back to the original configuration. The configuration is that of a cafe racer (1st gear is up). If you're interested drop an email.
Derek 09-Oct-2009 17:22
I have a (2000) 250 Virago S, there's a blue/red wire coming straight from the main switch (ignition barrel) does anybody know what this wire does? It's not in any manual I can get my hands on.
anaman51 15-Aug-2009 01:54
I'm trying to locate a source for a kit to move the rider's footpegs back about four inches to a more comfortable position. The bike is a 1981 XV750H, and I'd like to get my feet underneath my body a little more. Thanks for any help!
Dominique 12-Jul-2009 21:45
Iam looking for a complete harness for my 94 XV 1100 Virago.
I have been working on a project, bobber type and made the mistake
to cut a lot of the original wires to make the front look better.
As a result, I am having LOTSSS of problems! and need to replace the entire
harness. Do you know the best place to buy one online? and help on how to put it back together on bike? THanks!
Pam 06-Jul-2009 20:35
Have an '84 Virgo 700 that has been sitting for at least 7 years...carbs, gastank etc gummed up. Locale dealer wants over $600 for carb repair only...and suggestions on where I can find repair/replacement parts? Also noticed your article on Screaming Eagle...hubby owns '66 HD Superglide and knows how to work on those...will it work on my '84 Virgo? Any suggestion or help would be appreciated. Post here or e-mail @ smarinemom2002@yahoo.com. THANKS.
Brian 17-Jun-2009 20:16
i just got a 81 vriago 920. i can't figure out how all the vacuum lines and such need to be installed correctly to the carbs. I think I have one right, but I can't find any pictures anywhere to tell me which one goes where. Can anyone help me?
trevor 03-May-2009 19:56
i have a 1981 yamaha virago xv750. i replaced the kill switch on it but now i can't get any spark.all fuses and relays are fine. does anyone know how to help?
jeff frank 21-Apr-2009 16:32
my wife has a 1984 xv700 virago...the carb diaphrams are shot and i can't find anywhere in the world to get new ones! what other carbs will fit this model? i can't believe a bike is junk because of 2 small pieces of rubber!!!! PLEASE EMAIL ME!!!! wolfietattoo@gmail.com
chris 06-Apr-2009 15:25
I just bought an 81 xv750. I pulled the carbs and cleaned them both.Reintalled them and the bike will run but i need to know how to adjust the carbs. Any help with this would be great.
john 05-Apr-2009 12:26
I have an 1982 xv920 Virago, and it is driving me crazy. It runs tremendously well, but I have no turn signals. The 4-way flashers work, the left upper controls have been replaced, the wiring has been checked from the lights clear to the controls, and still nothing. I am wondering if the flasher relay could cause this?
Ed 16-Mar-2009 02:03
I just got 1996 Yamaha Virago XV1100. The wiring harness was somewhat melted together. I separated it and tried to start it and the starter kept turning even with the ignition off. This weekend I replaced the complete wiring harness. After putting it back together the starter does the same thing. The negative battery cable got real hot (I know this because the starter kept turning with the key off) and I had to unscrew the screw, from atop the battery, to stop the starter. I waited twenty minutes and tried to crank it again and the starter would only spin. Does the starter need to be replaced? Is there a "short" in the starter wiring? Could someone steer me in the right direction? I would really appreciate any advice. Thank You. My email address is TheTrialLawyer@aol.com
Dave 14-Feb-2009 18:44
Yo, Forgive my ignorance but I have just aquired a XV750 95 model,mmmm. My question is, I am sure that the Virago should have a window viewer so the oil levels can be checked, which I am sure it is on the right side of the bike, however, would it be possible that the reason I cannot find mine where it should be is because there is a round chrome coverplate over the top of it held down by 3 alan key bolts? If I undid these bolts to check the oil would the glass be still intact and the oil sealed or is the chrome coverplate holding it in with a gasket? I am scared shitless that I bum it up....Regards...Dave...email bronnie_may@msn.com
gavin 26-Jan-2009 03:00
hi i have a 1991 virago with 60000 klm on it i did a compression test and both cylinders have a reading of 90 psi is this to low as the bike runs fine it has plenty of power it goes great in the clymer manual it says the min reading should be 128 psi but the bike gets up and goes can anyone help
Guest 24-Dec-2008 13:43
The regulator is on the back, under the left passenger foot peg
Guest 26-Oct-2008 10:43
location of voltage regulator rectifier in the yamaha virago xv 535 motorcycle
Mike 03-Sep-2008 20:35
The screaming eagle air cleaner install is great. Unfortunately, my 1996 XV1100SH is equipped w/ Hitachi carbs (HSC40's) and no one wants to touch them. I am told that jets are unavailable. Any suggestions?
John 29-Jul-2008 23:00
I have a 1988 XV750 Virago. I am having battery issues and was told to check the Voltage Regulator. For the life of me, I can't seem to find it. The manual I have shows a diagram, but it must be for a different year, because it doesn't match up to what is on my bike. Any clues to where I can find it?
John 28-Jul-2008 16:45
Does anyone know were to purchase a heel-toe conversion shifter for a 1997 Yamaha 750 Virago. Presently everything is stock, but need to acquire a heel-toe configuration.

hensmanj
Guest 11-Jul-2008 12:35
Does anyone know how to take off the baffles off a 1997 Yamaha Virago 535? Could anyone please send me some information on how to do it. Thanks Rene
nick 02-Jun-2008 22:16
hi. im in need of a diagram for how to fit a 1997 virago 125 carb bought bike in bits but there is so many pipes from carb an tank really dont know were to start. really enjoyin project but at a stop now as cant seem to find a manual for bike yours hopefully .nick
Jason 08-Apr-2008 20:06
I noticed the Floorboards in the pictures with the Jardine forward controls. Do they come with the kit, or did you buy them separate. If separate, do you have any info on them?
Brynden 03-Apr-2008 00:41
Does anyone know who makes a rear head pipe for an xv750??? I cant find them anywhere!
Troy 05-Mar-2008 17:16
will the exhaust for a xv750 fit a xv1100? I need r head pipe sku 1ta-14621-00-00.
Thanks
Curt 28-Jan-2008 23:41
I have a 750 1982 virago from which I removed the carbs from some time agon, which I can now not remember how to reinstall. In visual aids out there?
popeye 17-Dec-2007 03:16
I see forward controls for Viragos but not the 535...Where would I find these..
sez 09-Nov-2007 18:41
my xv 535 wonte go more than 55mpa,its a 94 model its had aservice and mot but the bike seems gutluss, help
Max Nussbaum 05-Sep-2007 09:22
wow,
amazing page! It seems u love your Virago like i do. There are a lot of good tips and tricks to learn from u. I would like to take your site as example for me to date my own site up. If u like look at >www.speeddeamon.de.vu< Please can u give me a tip where i can buy an intake-manifold like yours? Carb is not the problem, but no one offers a manifold
like that here in germany. My XV1000 is an 56V us model importet at 1994 to germany.
Greetings from germany
Max Nussbaum
Carole 24-Aug-2007 14:23
My e-mail address is carolet1@earthlink.net, per my comment below about needing help with wiring the ignition switch for an '89 1100 Virago.
Carole 24-Aug-2007 14:19
Does anyone have a wiring diagram for a '89 1100 Virago? I need help wiring the ignition switch.
Guest 24-Jul-2007 00:41
I have a wiring diagram for a 1988 XV1100U.

condor116@yahoo.com
keitrh bernstone 16-Jun-2007 14:13
Does any one have any fitting instructions for a SW-Motech main stand I purchased for my 96 Virago 535.
The instructions on their web site www.sw-motech.com are not very concise
Tom Kelly 29-May-2007 15:26
I was wondering if anyone had any idea of how difficult it is to replace the front shock seals on a virago 1100. I am going to be taking a trip in a few weeks. Last Friday I discovered that my left front shock is leaking oil. Better to have this happen now than when I am on my trip, but I've got to jump on this fast and repair it. I am very mechanically inclined, have plenty of tools, and a garage. Also possess a Clymer Virago repair manual. I've never done a front fork before, so I just want some idea of what I'm getting into before I jump in. I plan on doing both of them because I figure if one went, the other is probably not far behind. Any tips or tricks will certainly be appreciated as well. THANKS!
b4t 27-May-2007 10:24
Was just wondering how well you throttle lock works. I thought I'd try one on my xv1100s. Thanx and great site! b4t
sharad 09-May-2007 20:29
Rich,
I had the same problem with my XV700. After doing a lot of trouble-shooting, I figured out what the problem was. Maybe this will help you. When the throttle valve was on rest, it was exactly on top of the pilot opening. Somehow (maybe by the previous owner) it got misaligned and no matter what I did to the pilot screw it would not make a difference. To make matter even worse, when I opened the throttle valve just a bit to keep the engine running, the fuel would come out of the mail nozzle and eventually foul up the plugs in about a minute or so. This is how I diagnosed the problem.
I grounded the rear plug and started the with front cylinder working. I took the air side boot to see what is going on in the carb. You have to be careful though not to let any dust particle get through it. Then as the bike was running, I saw fuel coming out of the main nozzle and streaming down the carb towards the engine. This should not have happened because the depression above the main is only around 32mmHg and above pilot opening should be around 25mmHg. When you have the butterfly(throttle) valve almost closed, nothing should come out of the main and some fuel should come out of the pilot. In my case the pilot was blocked and if I did not open the throttle valve enough, the engine would stall. If I did open it enough, the plug would get fouled up and stall. So, after taking the carbs out, if you can re-adjust the valve just enough to let the pilot opening breathe from the engine side, then you are good to go. If like in my case, it was impossible to re-adjust the position, I have to cut a small opening on the bottom edge of the valve so that even though it sat on rest, there was some breathing going on the pilot circuit.


RICH'S ISSUE
Rich 03-Apr-2007 00:18
1996 XV 1100. Need help with carbs, my front cyl is continually backfiring at low speed and idle. smooths out at higer rpm. Adjusting the pilot jet doesn't seem to affect the idle rpm. 10k on bike. I had the carbs off and they appear to be spotless, no gum. Is a gasket cement used to mount the manifolds to the engine, I replaced the O rings? Float levels appear correct.
Phil 22-Apr-2007 05:39
To Rich and anyone else who is interested in converting to a single carb on 700 and larger Viragos...got to www.viragotech.com and go through the forums. Search for P901 manifold and you should come across a much cheaper alternative than the KJS conversion. One of the guys built his own manifold and another has started to mass produce them. For less than $100 you can have a steel manifold to mount one of your stock carbs or go with an aftermarket carb. I have a 1984 XV1000 which I have have been tinkering with for the last month with this manifold. I am running a Mikuni HSR42 single carb and the bike runs better than ever before. No more backfiring. No more coughing through the carbs. All for around half of what KJS wants for their setup.
Rich 03-Apr-2007 00:18
1996 XV 1100. Need help with carbs, my front cyl is continually backfiring at low speed and idle. smooths out at higer rpm. Adjusting the pilot jet doesn't seem to affect the idle rpm. 10k on bike. I had the carbs off and they appear to be spotless, no gum. Is a gasket cement used to mount the manifolds to the engine, I replaced the O rings? Float levels appear correct.
If you need to relocate rear lights, I have an easy custom look solution .
Eric 01-Apr-2007 17:11
Help!! I have a virago535 1996, My headlight will not go on but my front flashers stay on steady, they will flash however, I have checked the fuses all okay here, I have checked the headlight bulb all okay there, I used electrical contact cleaner on all electrical connections, I do not know what else to do, any help would be greatly appreciated
Eric 01-Apr-2007 17:06
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Dan Gibson 28-Mar-2007 23:06
Hi I have a 1996 Virago 1100 and the battery went dead. I got a new one and it started after about five minutes the headlight went out as well as the speedometer and tach lights. I shut it off and looked all over for the fuses and couldn't find them. The next day I went out and turned the key and nothing so I called a local Yamaha dealer and he told me that it was the voltage regulator and when I was transfered to parts they said that it was also called a rectifier. So I got one and put it in the bike and I still have nothing. I only found one fuse which is listed as the main fuse. I was wondering if you could tell me either where the fuses are or what you think the problem is.
Thank you very much
Dan Gibson
steven s 11-Mar-2007 13:55
help iv lost my spark 96 1100 special i pulled the plug set it on the block and nothing i had it running but not very well spring is alomst here lokks good but no start
Riff Raff 04-Mar-2007 06:43
Lisa
Did you ever get any advice on relocating your tail lights??
If you havent, let me know.
I have a 700 and had the same problem.
Dick 01-Dec-2006 15:33
Help...does anyone have information on CDI part numbers? I have a 83 Virgo 920K. The numbers on the CDI are 20X-20 J4T00871 what other numbers can I look for? I found one listed as 42X-20 J4T00872, is it usuable? Any help would be great.
hussein dogan 19-Sep-2006 18:50
Converting the xv1100 to single carb would be a good idea for me as i've been suffering carb prob.I wonder if anyone can tell me what size of jets should i use as it says "rejetting required" on here..I honestly need your help.
hussein dogan 19-Sep-2006 18:49
Converting the xv1100 to single carb would be a good idea for me as i've been suffering carb prob.I wonder if anyone can tell me what size of jets should i use as it says "rejetting required" on here..I honestly need your help.
Mel 19-Sep-2006 15:25
If anyone has a wiring diagram for an '88 1100 let me know please
Lisa 07-Sep-2006 05:29
Do you know where I can get tail light relocation kit to remount tail lights like you did in back so saddlebags fit? It's a Virago 700.
peter 04-Sep-2006 17:20
Help needed, my frontlight doesn't work anymore, i've changed everything but still not working, anybody who has a clue???

Viragoxv 1100 1994 US model

THX

Piet
Dagman 15-May-2006 07:08
After suffering from "ViragoBut" with just a kittle tweeking I found the XV750 King & Queen seat drops on to a XV250 easily now it not only looks cooler it rides a dream. All you need to do is "Hot Knife" the front anchor lugs off and with the aid of a couple of small "L" brackets you can relocate them to the standard XV250 postion and thats's it !!! Email me if you need some shotz or advice.
David Scofield 10-Apr-2006 04:14
Can anyone assist me in finding o.s. pistons for my 920 project. Oem or aftermarket in any overbore size as long as they are a matched pair. Also have 750 motor parts, crank, rods, pistons(1 new pair





Can anyone assist me in finding any oversize pistons for my 920 project? oem or aftermarket in any size overbore aslong as they are matched pair. I also have spare crank, rods, pistons, and cylinders for a 750 if it could help someone. Thanks for your help, David.



DAN 07-Apr-2006 17:14
HHEEEEELP!!!.....HEY , MY NAME IS DAN, I HAVE BEEN TO HELL AND BACK LOOKING FOR A SIMPLE WIRE DIAGRAM FOR INSTALLING AN IGNITION ON A 82 VIRAGO 920CC...PLEEEEEEZ HELP
Hershell P. 25-Mar-2006 23:41
Love the site. Has given me new insight as to what the possibilities are or my '95 1100
Thanks...
Micky B 07-Mar-2006 19:59
Brilliant webpage, full of useful stuff for the XV1100 owners.
Flagman, wondering if you can help me out with a bit of info? I have jardine slashcuts on my XV11. I`ve taken the baffles out and need to know what size jets i ought to be running to compensate for the free flow exhausts.
Any help on this subject will be greatly appreciated.

Micky B
Yorkshire, England
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