cami

I had exactly the same problem. Replaced the horn fuse under the left side panel. Solved the problem for me. Mike

Try adding some Sea Foam to clean your pilot jets. As a temporary work around adjust, raise, your idle speed to get out of the idle circuit, by using the idle speed stop screw adjuster located below the bottom of the fuel tank. As the pilot jets get cleaned out you will have to slow the idle speed down. I had to rebuild carbs, change fuel hoses and fuel filter but the problem returned so my next step will be to clean the fuel tank and reseal it. My RSV is a 99 also which sat unused for a time allowing the fuel to go bad, or maybe the prior owner was using a alcohol fuel mix.

Lots of junk in my 99RSV gas tank. Changed out fuel lines, pump and filter but pilot jets continue to plug up after using Sea Foam to clean them. IMO the only place left for a contamination source is the tank. I pressure washed tank and got a lot of junk out but it obviously needs a better cleaning system. Living in Mexico I need to import chemicals from the states and that is why I am asking for help and opinions so I can do it correctly. Thanks Mike

One method to remove caps or plugs on pilot screws is to VERY CAREFULLY drill a small hole in the cap or plug so you can start a sheet metal screw into the hole. Using a long screwdriver you can tighten the screw which will back the cap or plug out of the carb body. I am not familiar with your bike's configuration as I have a 1999 RSV. On other bikes I have used this system with excellent results. You may have to remove the carbs to get good access. Good Luck Miike

Help: Where did the mount the cut out relay and the ignitor on a 1999 RSV. Following the schematic from RSV manual, page 409 and 410, I have power after the start switch but not to pump input line. Pump tested good with temporary power. Good power from ignition fuse, but need to find the other end of the wire. When I depress start switch on I get a red water temp warning light. All other things, turn indicators, horn, lights, etc. work ok. Now I only need parts locations as the parts manuals only give general area. After finding parts and I am unable to solve the problem I will ask for help again. I hope I am on the right track Any and all help is greatly appreciated as I live in Mexico and the closest Yamaha dealer is a long trip. Thank You Mike

I live in mortal fear that I will forget to close the fuel petcock on my 99 RSV and damage the engine. My petcock started leaking and was very hard to turn off. I also looked for a repair kit but did not like the prices I was finding on E Bay. I own a 1995 Yamaha Virago 750 that has a vacuum operated fuel petcock, this same valve is also on a 1100 Virago. I have had this valve on my Virago for 25 years with no problems. I cross referenced the valve to tank gaskets and mounting screws Virago to RSV and all were the same part numbers. So all you have to do is hook up a vacuum source from carb manifold to fuel valve and do not worry about hydro lock any more. This valve also has a on -off- reserve and prime function. My 2011 V Star has a similar type but different configuration vacuum fuel valve. So do your homework and cross reference all the bits and pieces to be sure this will work for you. Mike

My fuel pump is starting to work intermittently, electrical side is good. Any thoughts or recomendations on which fuel pump to buy for a replacement would be greatly appreciated. My thoughts, Facet, Posi flow, with check valve, solid state, no moving parts and can accept adidtives and alcohol based fuel, 2.5 - 4 lbs pressure with more than adequate gph. 1.6 amps/hr Thanks in advance for your help Mike

Our thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery for you and thank you for your wife for pushing you to go to the E.R. Buenos suerte y bien salud. Cami

You can buy stainless steel 1" Bimini rail clamps on EBay for less than 10.00 USD for two. Clamps are hinged to fit around crash bar and are very strong. Will also accept flat bar stock for brace going to floorboard.

Look on E Bay, I just looked now and found lots of sight glass's new and in different sizes, dirt cheap. Mike

At my age, 78, I try to run 350 to 400 miles per day. If I am really worn out I have no problem stopping sooner. In Mexico and the south west United States I find the weather, heat and humidity are a very big limiting factor.

I do not understand why a 14mm master cylinder is preferred over a 16mm. Please explain so I can learn more about upgrading my brakes. Thank You Mike

DAVID: You told me it is mine but I have not received any postage quote from you to Nogales, Az. 85621. Your private messages are turned off. Thx Mike

Thank you for your reply. I will pursue the variable rate flasher relay and if I get the flasher system working correctly with the new relay I will repost. Now I have to find the little flasher relay the feeds the pulse to the hazard relay which is the one shown in the posting you directed me to. I split my fairing to rebuild the shocks completely and thought I found the little relay above the headlight but when I removed what I thought was the flasher and turned the left turn indicator on to flash it work perfectly. Wil try the area down by the battery next. Mike