Yamaha Motorcycles

Carburetors have been around for good long while, and for most of that time automotive futurists have been predicting its inevitable demise. But it hasn't happened yet, and it probably isn't going to…

Your 1973 Yamaha 125cc may surprise you with renewed engine performance after basic adjustments of the ignition points and carburetor. Include a new spark plug with the tune-up and be prepared for…

Designed to resemble classic rigid frame motorcycles, the 2000 Yamaha Venture Royale has an air preloaded monoshock in the center of the frame, which you can replace with standard stock or aftermarket…

Cleaning your V-Star 650's carburetor is a maintenance task you will have to perform sooner or later on this item of your bike. Unstable gasoline formulations, dirt and long-term storage collectively…

The carburetor on the 1987 Yamaha Warrior is mounted to the frame of the ATV by two rubber tubes. One tube connects to the air intake box and one connects to the engine. A throttle line runs from the…

The Venture Royale was the first of two forms of the Venture touring motorcycle that Yamaha produced. The Royale was produced in two generations, the first spanning from 1983 to 1985 and the second…

The Yamaha IT 490 motorcycle was only produced in 1983 and 1984. The bike was identical in both years. It featured a single-cylinder, two-stroke engine. The IT 490 was an Enduro-class motorcycle. It…

The vehicle identification number, also referred to as the VIN, is a sequence of numbers and letters that can be broken down and read provided you have an understanding of what each letter or…

Yamaha has produced many lines of motorcycles with many different purposes.The 1984 Yamaha Venture Royal 1200 was a bike made for comfort, but with maximum power. Considered a "touring" bike, the…

The 1985 Yamaha 1200 Venture Royale is a touring motorcycle designed for comfort and long-distance riding. From 1983 through 1985 the Venture was sold with a 1200cc engine. From 1986 through 1993 this…

The pivoting seat mechanism on the 1995 Yamaha VMax can complicate the otherwise simple task of accessing and removing the motorcycle's battery. The procedure isn't beyond the reach of most VMax…

Yamaha has made various motorcycles with an engine of about 250 cubic centimeters over the years, including enduro bikes, cruisers, touring bikes and even sports bikes. For 2011, Yamaha offers four…

Yamaha began manufacturing the middleweight V-Star 650 for the 1997 European model year. It was introduced in the United States for the 1998 model year. The V-Star 650 is available in two distinct…

Like any motorcycle or motorized vehicle, there are a number of service tips and general maintenance practices that are essential in keeping Yamaha Roadliner vehicles operating at a high level. These…

Performing maintenance on a Yamaha motorcycle that has been stored for a few months begins with removing the carburetor. Dust and debris can collect in the ports of the carburetor and cause the…

Yamaha's powerful VMax motorcycle is a complex machine, capable of producing tremendous power with its V-4 motor. While these motorcycles are fairly dependable, living with a VMax takes a considerable…

The 1984 Yamaha XVZ 1200 Venture is a sport-touring bike built from 1983 until 1993. It was revived by Yamaha as the Royal Star in 1996 and evolved into the 1999 Royal Star Venture full touring bike.

When the ride on your Yamaha motorcycle is less than smooth, you may need to replace the shocks. The shocks on your bike absorb the impact as the bike moves over uneven roads. Several retail options…

Whether you are driving with motorcycle gloves on or driving with your bare hands, handle grips are an essential part of the connection between you and your motorcycle. Motorcycle grips give you a…

With the rising interest in vintage-style motorcycles, many motorcyclists are searching for ways to bring retro-styling to their modern machines. One of the easiest methods to add a touch of class to…

Twelve volt electrical accessory sockets are mounted on the Royal Star's handlebar dashboard or somewhere on the frame. Accessory sockets can provide power for useful things such as GPS, heated riding…

If you need to buy parts for your Yamaha motorcycle or you want to call a motorcycle shop to get repair information, you have to know how to read the vehicle identification number (VIN) of your bike…