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  1. stevel
    I have a 97 RSTD 4 ito 2 exhast system . Wanted to play around with new slip-ons.The mufflers on it now are an aftermarket type. I cant get the slip-on section of the system to budge. Removed the rear muffler to frame bolt.Removed the clamp nut & bolt on the muffler, but I cant get the muffler off. Have tried using a chisel and punch and a small sledge hammer too.When I try moving the muffler around to try and break the seal it has made the whole muffler assymbly moves as well . I feel I am loosening other parts that should not be .Does anyone have suggestions for removing a stubborn muffler?
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    I have a 97 RSTD.It seems to lean a little to much for me. I have heard their is a difference in length and they are longer on the later models. Does anyone have any input into this. I think the 05 models have a longer stand. If this is so does any one have one the would like to part with.I really would like to find a longer kick stand. Thanks all, Steve
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    I am in need of a set of original mufflers for my 97 RSTD. if anyone has a set lying around. My headers are fine. Just need the slip on. Thanks
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    Well I am checking my valves and have found some to be really tight.Looks like I will need to do some shimming.Does any one know where I may find the tool and shims .
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    Any one know of a good thread to view for valve adjustment help for 97 RSTD?
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    I guess what you are calling cam cover is the same as what I am referring to .It is the cover you remove to check valves and cam chain.
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    Was wondering if the valve cover gaskets on my 98 RSTD could be re used. The bike has about 35k on it and upon inspecting them the look really in good shape. If I have to purchase can someone give me a good sight to buy from?
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    Thanks V7 ,I have removed pilot screws and cleaned them .Noticed they have been set to 1 to 2 turns out. This seems a little rich to me . I will re mount everything and re sync carbs. Cant recall the general settings on the pilot screws.Should they start at around 3 turns out?
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    I have checked compression on all cylinders. (dry test) All within specs. Do you think this answers my question about a tight valve or is it still necessary to pop the covers. On checking the Throttle Body Sensor. I am within specs. on the test with idle closed. But upon testing the unit in the wide open mode I only read 3.5 ohms. It should read 4-5 ohms. Is this a sign of a bad sensor or can it be adjusted by loosening the mounting screws? These are fairly pricey so I hope I need not have to replace.
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    Well I just got around to checking my jets,The mains are #95 and the Pilots are #17.5. A little confused however. The replacement parts breakdown calls for a 17.5 pilot. Here on the forum someone said it takes a #20.and my manual has another number. Any one know what I should be looking for as far as a correct number? Also wondering if the needles on the vacuum diaphragms are adjustable on this model. Thanks Steve
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    Thanks ,Will check the pilots.Their location is on top of throttle body right? Dont have a diagram with me.Get back to ya on the screw settings.
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    Well I have pulled the carbs and the main jets are correct #95. Don,t think I will separate and tear into them as they seemed to operate fine. A question on the pilot screw. The manuals all say to adjust it you need to remove the brass plug first to get to it. Mine have a rubber plug pressed into them. does this mean the pilots were probable adjusted at a shop and they replaced with the rubber plugs. These are on the out side of carbs to one side of the slider cap. I will check valves and throttle position sensor next.
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    Thanks again guys .I am going to remove carbs and check jetting and condition.Would this be the best time to check valves as well as I have heard a tight valve can cause bad mpg as well. I have 37000 mi on it.Also the covers are easier to remove when the carbs are off.Also heard about the TPS could be an issue. will check it as well. Since I will have it torn apart I though of checking the coils as well. Has anyone ever heard of problems with crossed primary wires on the coils.I know some later yamaha,s (not Ventures)had issues with crossed wires from the factory.
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    Thanks .I have run seafoam through it twice. No change. Not sure about the jetting.The previous owner did not mess with jets however the first owner had the pipes installed and we don't know if he had it re jetted.
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    Hey guys, new to the forum.I have just bought a 97 RSTD. I am getting pretty poor gas mileage.Around 28mpg.Have changed plugs,synced carbs,checked air filter and changed fuel filter.Timing looks good.I think the bike vibrates more than it should at highway speeds,of course I don't know how much it should vibrate if any. It has after market exhaust but dont know if it has been re jetted. I get a lot of popping on decelleration. I am now looking at carb rebuild or a possible problem with the coils. The bike has 36000 mi on it. Any help would be great.
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