How do you replace a stator on a V Star?
Repeat the gasket maker on the engine side and slap the cover back on it and bolt it down. All finished! and so far no leaks (knock on wood). All these bolts on the outside of the cover are very low torque, the manual says something like 5 foot pounds.
How did I replace my pickup coil and stator?
Replacing a Yamaha V Star 650 pickup coil and stator: For a bit of background story on how I ended up here, a new mechanic stripped the oil filter bolt that happens pretty easily on these bikes. Unfortunately, when fixing it he got metal flakes down in the engine! One day the next week I went out to start it and crankcrankcrankcrankcrank.
What’s the best way to replace a Yamaha stator?
Those @#$%& are really in there and the lock tight that Yamaha uses seems to be stronger than the surrounding soft aluminum. Be careful. One method that has worked successfully for several people has been to heat up the bolts first prior to trying to loosen them.
Is there a way to force the stator wire through?
There is absolutely no way to force those plastic connectors through. The trick I found out is to wrap the stator wires around the main wiring harness where it is verticle and there is more space, see picture.
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Are there any Yamaha VStar 650 exhaust left in stock?
Only 3 left in stock – order soon. . . Only 4 left in stock – order soon. . Only 5 left in stock – order soon. . Only 3 left in stock – order soon. . Only 2 left in stock – order soon.
What to do about a leak on a V Star 650?
With the wires thoroughly coated slide the gromments back and forth half a centemeter to a centemeter to draw some of the RTV down into the holes and create a better seal. With that press the grommets down and create a good seal against the ribs. Another leak I’ve had in the past was at the front of this cover where the AIS cannester used to be.
What kind of engine does a V Star 650 have?
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