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    When bleeding the brakes, you should do the rear brake first and then the left front and then bleed the portioning assemble that is located at the top of the triple tree. You will need to remove the false tank cover and you should see another bleeder up near the triple tree and you will need to bleed this one with the rear brake pedal. This is the high point for the linked brake system. You could have other issues but try bleeding them this was and see if it helps with the linked brakes. Good Luck and enjoy the bike. Rick F.
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    I thought I would add to this post with my experience with replacing the plastic fitting in the carbs with some brass #6S washers. I measured the plastic fitting to be 2.6mm on my carbs. I ended up using 3 of the #6S brass washers and each one ended up being .6mm thick. With 3 of them I was at 1.8mm. I did this to all 4 carbs and was able to get my mileage up from 36-38 to 46MPG. Engine runs strong and seems to be responsive also. I did replace the diaphrams with the new ones. I have driven roughly 500 miles and mileage is stay stable at 46mpg and speed have been averaging around 60mph. I havent pulled the plugs yet but plan on that at about 1000 miles and will let you know what I find. Thanks to everyone for suppling information about this as I am sure it wasnt something I would have tried on my own. Rick F.
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    Matt, Check out Flatout Motorcycles.. http://www.flatoutmotorcycles.com/fiche_section_detail.asp?category=Motorcycles&make=Yamaha&year=1989&fveh=327 Alot of us here use them for parts as they have some of the best prices around. You can also contact Buckeye Proformance... http://www.buckeyeperformance.com/index.html Rick Butler would be more then happy to help you also and he is a member here too. If you need some help, let me know and I will see what I can do. Rick F.
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    Matt, I am on vacation this week if you need help lifting it up on your bench, let me know and I am sure I could stop by tomorrow and give you a quick hand. Let me know. Rick F..
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    Just a note on this. If you are measuring the new oil level, you need to compress the forks when you take you measurement. I just got mine installed and I ended up trying it with out the PVC spacer to see how it is. Unfortunately I havent got it back on the road just yet but should by this coming monday. Just take your time and it doesnt take long at all. Good Luck. Rick F.
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    There is a plastic washer that goes between the base of the antenna and the stud. I have found that without that, the antenna wont tighten up properly. Check out the part fiche and you will see it listed there. Here is the information from Flatout on it. It is listed under Audio 1.. 28 WASHER,PLATE 90202-17211-00 (replaces 26H-88149-00-00) 1 $3.23 Hope this helps. Rick F.
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    Randy, I do have mine. Let me know where to send it and I will get it in the mail sometime this week. Mine is ok with no leaks, I just replaced all my hoses with Buckeyes steel braided hoses due to the age of mine. They are off a 89 VR and look original. Rick F.
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    I believe I have one as I just replaced mine with steel braided hoses. I will make sure I havent thrown it away but I am sure it is just sitting in the drain pan right now. You can have it for just shipping cost as I was just going to toss it. It is off a 89 so it is 20 years old but it wasnt leaking. Let me know. Rick F.
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    I dont expect to make it as I have a bike in pieces and need to finish the brakes and carb work. Hope you all have fun and it is a nice weekend. Rick F.
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    Check here for some of the Saber Cycle tools on Ebay. Mercury Sticks for $40 plus shipping. http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Saber-Cycle-Honda-Goldwing-Parts_Tools_W0QQ_fsubZ18266151QQ_sidZ200117087QQ_trksidZp4634Q2ec0Q2em322 Lets you save $15 from their website prices. Rick F.
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    Do you have the washer plate that goes between the antenna body and the stud. I was missing the one from my bike too and couldnt get the antenna to tighten up. Install the washer plate and now it will tighten up. Here is the part number and cost from Flatout. 28 WASHER,PLATE 90202-17211-00 (replaces 26H-88149-00-00) 1 $3.23It is listed under the Audio 1 section of the parts fiche. Hope that fixes it for you. Rick F.
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    I contacted Martin and he informed me to use Paypal and send the amount of $74.00 to them and state in the Paypal purchase that you are a member here. Had no issue and now have a set of diaphragms sitting here in front of me. Couldnt have been easier. Here is the information I used.. >> We sure do $69.00 US for 4 plus $5.00 S&H paypal only please. Thanks >> Martin PAYMENT OPTIONS: We prefer PAYPAL www.PAYPAL.com paypal@siriusconinc.com (716 989-0091 FAX 519 894-4111 EST) Hope this helps. Rick F.
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    Just wondering how this has worked for the people that did this earlier this year. I am getting ready to replace the diaphragms on mine and am looking to lean it out a bit as the muffler tips are sooty and mileage is in the 37mpg range. I plan on installing new plugs and checking them regularly too. Just looking for some feed back on this is all. Thanks Rick F.
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    If you didnt win them, it appears Sirius will have more in stock this week. Rick F.
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    Basically like changing out a rear tire but then remove the A-arms from the swing arm and then you should be able to remove the shock. It would also be a good time to grease all the pivot joints on the swing arm and the A-arms as the first time I took mine off, the joints hadnt been grease since new and nothing would move freely. I took the opportunity to install the grease zerks and now I can grease it whenever I want. I would think it would take about 3 to 4 hours to remove. Good Luck and let us know how it goes.. Rick F.
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    The part number is 420-1014 and here is a website with the price and such.. https://www.jcmotors.com/ps-14380-8-progressive-suspension-420-series-shock-absorber-for-yamaha-venture-83-88-venture-royale-.aspx Not a cheap item by any means. Good Luck Rick F.
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    Welcome to the group FieldDoc. I think you will find that after getting your bike fixed up, you will be happy with it. Let us know what question you have and we will do our best to answer them for you. Some of us might have parts you can use also. And once the roads clear up, we will have to plan a local ride in the area also. Hang in there, Rick F.
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    Get some Seafoam and put some in the gas tank. You could also have bad gas from sitting in storage over the winter. I also store my gas engines with Seafoam in the gas and havent had any issue getting them to restart when I needed them. Seafoam will also clean out some of the gunk in the carbs and is recommended by alot of people here on the site. You should be able to find it in some of the better auto parts stores. Rick F.
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    Pull the plugs and look at them and see how they look. My guess is that you are running way rich and they will be black or even wet. I would double check your choke cable and make sure there is some play in it as you dont want it too tight. Starting without the choke might indicate this as the issue. Mostly it will be trial and error to find something like this. Good luck and let us know how it goes. Rick F.
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    Here is an Ebay item that I am planning on bidding on http://desc.shop.ebay.com/items/__Yamaha-Venture?LH_TitleDesc=1&_nkw=%22Yamaha%20Venture%22&_trkparms=66%253A2%257C65%253A1%257C39%253A1&_dmpt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&_sop=1&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_pgn=2#item360141365917 This is a binder with the Ventureline accessories in it. I was thinking I would get it and scan all the information in it to a set of PDF files and post them here in the forum for everyone to be able to access so they can use for their needs. Let me know if you think it is a good idea or not. Thanks Rick F.
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    back to the top!!!
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    Bumped...
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    Count me in for a full set of 4.. Rick F.
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    I know it is a little late, but anyone interested in the Cycle World International Motorcycle Show, here is a $3 discount coupon you can print out for yourself. http://motorcycle.progressive.com/IMS-Admission-Discount-Coupon.pdf Hope you enjoy the show. Rick F.
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    I think it is the 9003 also. I believe where I purchased them had a conversion guide. I do know it was a direct fit. Rick F.
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