What kind of engine does a Yamaha V-Star 1100 have?
It stands next to the venerable Virago 1100 in relative size and equipment. Both utilize a 1063cc, air-cooled, single overhead-cam, two-valves-per-cylinder V-twin engine with dual carbs, wide-ratio five-speed transmission and shaft final drive. The similarities end there, however. The new V-Star represents an entirely different perspective.
How much does it cost to fix a V Star 1100?
DO NOT DO THAT!!!!! the carbs need to be clean and set up right (jetted accordingly) and not to the jet kit specs either. that don’t work ever…..i charge 250.00 the fix these problems. and i have had no complaints yet… First of all, I am a Harley Tech and I got talked into working on a buddies Yamaha V-Star 1100 Classic for his wife.
Why does my V Star 1100 make a popping noise?
So when ever you do anything to open up an engine so it can breath better, you have to adjust the fuel system and it does not matter whether it is a carburated ir fuel injected. You will never completely eliminate all the popping, but this will help it reduce to a minimum. v-star 1100 owners with the popping noise out of your exaust….
What kind of air filter does a V Star 1100 use?
Your knowledge is valuable as is mine or any experienced tech. I have a 2002 V Star 1100 Classic that has a fresh air pop in the front cylinder only. It has Vance & Hines pipes, no cross over and a worthless Hyper charger air filter.
It stands next to the venerable Virago 1100 in relative size and equipment. Both utilize a 1063cc, air-cooled, single overhead-cam, two-valves-per-cylinder V-twin engine with dual carbs, wide-ratio five-speed transmission and shaft final drive. The similarities end there, however. The new V-Star represents an entirely different perspective.
Can a 03’V-Star 1100 custom start right up?
Hello, I have an 03′ V-Star 1100 custom. The problem I am having is the bike will start right up and idle fine, but when I turn the throttle the bike dies. When i use the choke it doesn’t die i can ride it around with the choke out but no throttle. I have cleaned both carbs and checked the fuel pump all are good.
Do you have throttle problems on a V-Star 1100?
V-Star 1100 Wiki Knowledge Base – 1 New Owner “MUST READ” Section don’t know why its sluggish might need a tuning. here is a good site for your 1100. and never give it throttle when starting it can wreck the starter clutch very expensive. Did you find the recommended reading relevant to this discussion?
So when ever you do anything to open up an engine so it can breath better, you have to adjust the fuel system and it does not matter whether it is a carburated ir fuel injected. You will never completely eliminate all the popping, but this will help it reduce to a minimum. v-star 1100 owners with the popping noise out of your exaust….