What is a decompression solenoid?
The Decompression Solenoid is used only during starting of the bike. The solenoid opens the exhaust valve so the bike can turn over easier. After you let go of the starter button the solenoid closes. This allows for a smaller starter and battery to save weight. It is only done during start up.
Are there any problems with the Yamaha xv1600 Roadstar?
This problem is quite serious, as the rear wheel may seize, increasing the rider’s chances of crashing. Yamaha issued a recall for this problem, instructing dealers to make necessary modifications to the transmission by replacing the transmission gears and shafts with adequately machined parts.
How to do an oil change on a Roadstar?
One by the kickstand, and the other on the bottom of the oil tank. When doing a proper oil change including filter, just put 4 quarts back. Put two in, and replace the dipstick and screw it in. Start the bike, and let it run for about 10 seconds or so. Shut the bike off, and add the other two quarts. Button it up and forget about it.
What causes a Yamaha Roadstar to lock up?
In the transmission of the affected motorcycles, Yamaha announced that they’d manufactured the second/third pinion gear wrong. This caused abnormal wear on the transmission. If this happens, the circlip may break and come loose, which would cause the transmission to lock up.
How does the oil pump work on a Yamaha Roadstar?
The oil pump has two gears (inner and outer). When the two gears rotate, the intake area separates and creates a vacuum between the gears. This vacuum sucks oil, which is later transferred to the discharge area through gear motion. Afterward, the gears connect (on the discharge side) to squeeze the oil out.
What’s the price of a Yamaha Road Star?
Following this is the torquey Road Star, which is available as the Road Star 1600, Road Star MM Limited and Road Star Silverado (the latter two being the 1600 model tarted up a little). And lastly you get to the Royal Star or Venture models, which will run you over $20,000 and are marketed as touring bikes.
Is the Yamaha Road Star 1600 a cruiser?
The 2000 Yamaha Road Star 1600 is a great big cruiser that will get you all sorts of attention, will keep you from riding too aggressively, and will lend itself well to your own customizing ideas.
When did the Yamaha Road Star Warrior come out?
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In the transmission of the affected motorcycles, Yamaha announced that they’d manufactured the second/third pinion gear wrong. This caused abnormal wear on the transmission. If this happens, the circlip may break and come loose, which would cause the transmission to lock up.