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How much higher do you want to raise it and can pumping up the rear air shock give you the needed lift? I have seen a company on eBay selling shocks for the 1st Gens but they are priced very high IMHO. I checked and didnt see anything listed today but you might want to keep an eye out there. At one time, Progressive made a rear shock for the 1st Gens but it has been discontinued but can still be found at some retail locations. I am not sure if this would increase your ride height but would stiffen the ride some. They also made just a replacement spring for the stock Venture shock to replace the factory one. You can tell this as they are painted red and do occasionally show up on eBay from time to time. Here is a link to one on Dennis Kirk website for the completes shock. https://www.denniskirk.com/progressive-suspension/465-series-rear-shock-850-1200-spring-rate-lbs-in-465-1114.p584162.prd/584162.sku Good luck and let us know what you find. Thanks Rick F

Was looking for a 4 brush starter and found this on ebay and was wondering if anyone has purchased one of these starters from Rare Electrical. Here is the link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-STARTER-MOTOR-YAMAHA-1983-1985-XVZ1200-VENTURE-ROYAL-1987-88-XVZ1300-VENTURE-/400503518577?hash=item5d3fdeb571&vxp=mtr Thanks for any input. Rick F.

I would look at a carb sync also as I bet they are out of sync with each other and that can effect how it run also. If you havent checked the diaphragms yet, I would pull them and see if they have holes in the rubber section, and if so they will most likely need to be replaced. Let us know how it goes.. Rick F.

Get yourself a AGM battery, and I would recommend a Deka brand and also a smart battery charger such as a Battery Tender brand that will let you hook it up for long term storage of your battery. I dont think the 10.4v is enough to turn over the engine, so I think I would be looking for that new battery if it doesnt charge up. Rick F.

Will, go to this page and click on the link and you can download the service manual for your Venture and that should help you with understanding how things are layed out on the bike. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?3384-First-Gen-Service-Manuals It is in a PDF format so you can print out the pages you need to assist you in repairing your ride. Rick F.

Sounds like a fun trip Bill, and I take it there will be a stop at Betty's Pies in there along the way too. I want to do that trip and then go across to International Falls and down to the cities. I been told the ride between Thunder Bay and Fort Frances is a beautiful drive. Enjoy yourself and be safe.. Rick F.

Will, a lot of us here use Shell Roletta 15w-40 diesel oil in the bikes. I been using it in my 89 VR for over 8 years now. You can buy it in the gallon jugs at most places. What you have to watch out for is the automotive oil with the additives to reduce friction as that will play havoc with the wet clutches. Not sure why your having shifting issues but I am sure the folks here will be able to assist you with that. Rick F.

The accent panels are the same between the MKI and MKII expect that the MKII has a notch cut out for the band on the bottom of the side panel. So a set off of a MKI will work on a MKII, just makes it hard to get the side cover off at times. Rick F.

I been doing some researching and have located these new items that should work. I didn't want to cut up my stock coil connectors so I located parts to build my own harness for the COPs. I have the Ignitech TCI that I am installing along with the COPs so I am not concerned about the resistors for the harness. I hope this helps out if anyone is going to build their own harness. Here is the connector for the present coil connection: http://www.corsa-technic.com/item.ph...category_id=57 For the Denso COP connection: http://www.corsa-technic.com/item.ph...category_id=55 For the sleeving for the other shell: http://www.corsa-technic.com/item.ph...category id=63 Rick F.

I picked up a set of JIS and it does make a big difference on working on the bike as it doesnt damage the screw heads. I even taken to using them on phillips screws that give me a hard time getting loose. I would highly recommend anyone working on their bikes to get a set. Rick F.

Welcome, as a new owner I would strongly suggest you download the Yamaha service manual for the 86 ~ 93 Venture from this forum page. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?3384-First-Gen-Service-Manuals It is in PDF format and will assist you greatly in doing your own work on your bikes. Dont be afraid to ask question and as always, pictures are a big help in helping us help you. Rick F.

Have you checked the service manual and follow the troubleshooting guide in there yet? I would also check and make sure the vacuum line between the cruise control unit and the vacuum pump is ok and able to hold vacuum. If it isn't I don't believe that you can not get an actual set for the cruise control to reference. Section 7-133 references the Cruise Control System and I believe you can still download the service manual from the library section. Good luck Rick F.

Here is who I got mine from for my 89 VR. I purchased the black steel braided and have never regretted it one bit. Was an easy upgrade to do. http://www.buckeyeperformance.com/p04.htm Not sure if they are DOT approved or not. Rick F.

I guess I have seen those in a few of the pictures I have seen online of Venture and was never sure what they were. I can see how they would help the passenger be able to reposition their legs when riding. Thanks for sharing. Rick F.

I was fortunate to have the fairing chrome edge pieces on my VR when I purchased it and I believe I have only seen a new set show up on ebay once in all the years I have been looking for Venture line items. What sound interesting is the passenger footboard risers. Does anyone have or seen this option on a Venture and just how does it mount? Just curious mostly. Thanks for posting. Rick F.

I have it in my tires on my 89 VR and it sure is smoother then before I installed it. If I recall correctly, I put 7oz in the front tire and 9oz in the rear as this was how I read the dosage chart on the Ride On website. Rick F.

The Dunlop Elite 3 MU90B16 would be the correct rear tire and the MR90-18 for the front tire for the 86-93 Venture. This pair is rated to carry 930lbs @ 40psi on the rear and 760lbs @ 40psi on the front. Not sure what the Shinko's will carry but no matter what tires you buy, make sure you keep the air pressure near the max for the longest tread life. Good luck Rick F.

have you tried to sync the carbs since you rebuilt them or adjust the idle mixture screws. I would look at those issues before looking at the TCI unit. Make sure all the vacuum line are properly seated and not leaking. I always look for the simple things first before jumping into the major items.. Good luck Rick F.

The issue you are having sounds like that the bike wont idle but stays at 3000 RPM instead of at around a 1000 RPM. Make sure the choke cable isnt hanging up on you if you use that to start it or if it is already engage at the carbs. With the left side cover off you should see the choke lever moving up and down as you move the choke lever on the left handlebar. I would make sure that the cable is lubed at the handlebars and moves freely in the cable housing and if needed there is an adjustment at the carb for the choke cable. Also be aware there is a junction for the throttle cable that might also need to be lubed where the cruise control connects. The handlebar cable doesnt actually go the carbs but instead connects at a junction box and another set of cables goes to the carbs from there. I would look at all the cables first since you have had the carbs rebuilt. Here is a link to a parts diagram for the junction box. 1993 Yamaha XVZ13DE Handlebar Cable | Part Shark Let us know what you find. Good Luck. Rick F

I think what you are looking for is a 5 connector din plug. Here is a link to one on ebay.. http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-DIN-Jack-Female-Socket-Soldering-5-Pin-Tube-Plug-Radio-Audio-XLR5-Amplifire-/190929857121?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c744e6a61 You might also check with a near by Radio Shack and see if they have one in stock as these are fairly common. Hope that helps Rick F.

Had my first ride of the season tonight. Went for a short jaunt around town to just check out things, as the streets were dry and the temps in the 60's which for Minnesota is something at this time of year. I must say it was the earliest I have ridden my 89 VR since I have owned it. Next up it is time to add all the goodies I have picked up over the winter, such as a 4 brush starter, progressive rear spring, and Dingy's new TCI unit. All will all be added before the long rides start up as I expect that Mother Nature will still throw snow and cold at us here in Minnesota before May is here. Be safe out there.. Rick F.

I would start here if you havent looked at it yet and see if he can start the process before he even gets back. Renew a Passport Hope that helps. Rick F.

Is any member on here an affiliate for Edset headsets as I might be in the market to pick up one for my helmet and just wanted to help someone out if I could. Post your link here and I will use it. Thanks Rick F.

The only carb kit I have seen is this one by Keyster, Part# K-1359YK, and listed here at SCI, http://www.siriusconinc.com/search_result.php?search=search&make=2&model=Venture&part=1&partno=&x=30&y=8. I havent used it or heard of anyone that has and it doesnt include a lot of the things you might need to replace. ie diaphragms for one. This might be a good start and you will need 4 kits of course. Hope this helps. Rick F.

I received mine a few days ago Don, thanks for doing this. Rick F.