Why is my Virago 250 still getting fuel?
All the rest of the lines are hooked up exactly like your diagram shows they should be, the carb, petcock, y intake, coils, plugs, rectifier, choke cable, and brainbox are all brand new. Why am I still getting fuel in these places I shouldn’t ever have fuel?
Why does my Virago motorcycle not run without a choke?
I’m trying to figure out what’s wrong with my Virago 250cc. It will only run if you have the choke on. If you let it off the choke the engine switches off. I originally thought that maybe the carbs were dirty. I ran some Seafoam through the fuel system, but it didn’t seem to help.
Where does the vacuum line go on a Virago 250?
The vent line from the left top of the carb is connected to the air intake and filter box as shown in your diagram and the small vacuum line in the top of the t splitter goes from the top of the y intake valve straight to the denso in the smog filter box on the left side of the bike.
What are the sprockets on a Yamaha Virago 250?
Changing sprockets (gearing) on Yamaha Virago 250 to 17/38, 17/40, 17/42, etc. The stock sprockets on the Virago 250 are 16 teeth (Front) and 45 teeth (Rear). Yamaha sells this model worldwide; the gearing is probably fine for some areas, but for travel on “high” speed paved roads, in my opinion the stock sprocket choice is way too low.
Are there any problems with the Yamaha Virago?
I receive many repeat problems from Virago owners all around the world, but one of the most common scenarios goes something like this, “I just bought this great bike, a 1982 Virago with 13 actual miles on the clock, not a scratch on the bike and the owner had it since it was new.”
Why does my Virago bike quit after 20 miles?
The next statement goes something like, “The bike ran great for the first 20 miles then it started running rough and it finally quit . . . now I can’t even start it. Did I get taken on this bike, did I get a lemon, or what?”
Why does fuel selector stick on Yamaha Virago?
(Note: fuel selector valve does not apply to the 1000 and 1100) Fuel in the fuel lines does so as well. Some fuel may, at some time, have settled in the breather check valve, evaporated and caused the ball in the check valve to stick.
Why is the fuel tank on my Yamaha Virago rusting?
The inside of the tank would then begin to rust. Also, the fuel in the tank would tend to evaporate over a period of time and leave sludge on the bottom of the tank.
Why is my Yamaha Virago bike running rough?
The Bike Isn’t Running Well One of the chief complaints you hear about with the Yamaha Virago is bikes running rough— by sputtering, jerking, and lurching. In worse cases, riders have experienced a stall when the bike cuts out completely. The likeliest factor responsible for the running problems is an unkept fuel system.
Is the Yamaha Virago a good bike to buy?
It proved attractive to riders as it was easy to ride and offered decent performance. If you are looking for a trusty cruiser with laid-back behavior, the Virago is an attractive option. But you’re here because you’re wondering if these bikes have any common problems and, if so, how severe they are.
What are the symptoms of a faulty Yamaha Virago starter?
Symptoms of a faulty electrical starter on the Yamaha Virago motorcycle include: Typically, the engine should come to life immediately on pressing the starter. However, if the starter turns slowly and the bike cannot start promptly, something is wrong with the starter. II. Starter Makes a Clicking Noise:
I’m trying to figure out what’s wrong with my Virago 250cc. It will only run if you have the choke on. If you let it off the choke the engine switches off. I originally thought that maybe the carbs were dirty. I ran some Seafoam through the fuel system, but it didn’t seem to help.
What happens when you give a Yamaha a choke?
Basically, she’ll start up fine and idle around 1500-2000 rpm (full choke) but upon going to 1/2 choke or giving her any throttle, she dies. I assume it’s due for a carb adjustment of some sort, but I need a point in the right direction. Thanks!
Why does my Yamaha Virago keep losing power?
Once the bike is back in use, the sludge-clogged components interfere with the fuel’s bath, and the bike is “starved” of fuel. This causes the motorcycle to sputter and jerk while riding. If the fuel supply has been restricted severely, the bike may lose power completely. Another hidden culprit of poor performance on a Virago is rust.
It proved attractive to riders as it was easy to ride and offered decent performance. If you are looking for a trusty cruiser with laid-back behavior, the Virago is an attractive option. But you’re here because you’re wondering if these bikes have any common problems and, if so, how severe they are.