I just picked up a 03 Vmax 600ER with 42 miles on it. Not a misprint really only 42 miles. Is there anthing I should now about these sleds, I'm new to Yami I rode a Polaris before? It hasen't been run in the last few years other then to be started a few times. Last season the carbs were cleaned in preperation for use but it was not used. When I got it home it ran a little rough and would backfire a little.
I drain all as much of the old gas as I could, it was most likely mostly 4 of 5 year old gas. Filled it with fresh gas and put in new plugs, now it runs smoother and no backfire. But it still seems to bog some when you give it gas like its running rich but clears right up, it mid 60's here now so I'm thinking that has alot to do with it the jetting is set for much cooler weather. What does anybody think should I wait for colder weather and some snow then see how it does or should I pull and clean the carbs. again.
Thanks
I drain all as much of the old gas as I could, it was most likely mostly 4 of 5 year old gas. Filled it with fresh gas and put in new plugs, now it runs smoother and no backfire. But it still seems to bog some when you give it gas like its running rich but clears right up, it mid 60's here now so I'm thinking that has alot to do with it the jetting is set for much cooler weather. What does anybody think should I wait for colder weather and some snow then see how it does or should I pull and clean the carbs. again.
Thanks
You could wait but If I where you I would pick up a new set of main and pilot jets, and clean the carbs again.....
braindead1684
Member
Wait till late at night one of these days it suppose to drop down close to 32 or so, see if it runs a little better then. Check clutch movement and such might be something bound up a little in there should free up with movement.
Where was the sled stored in-doors or out.
If out i would make sure to pull the skid pull out the cross shafts, they have a tendency to get moisture in them.
Mains and jets aren't that expensive so it might be worth picking up the stock ones or atleast pulling the carbs and checking to see if they are stock. If so you might just need to tweak them a little to run optimal.
Where was the sled stored in-doors or out.
If out i would make sure to pull the skid pull out the cross shafts, they have a tendency to get moisture in them.
Mains and jets aren't that expensive so it might be worth picking up the stock ones or atleast pulling the carbs and checking to see if they are stock. If so you might just need to tweak them a little to run optimal.
yamyrider
Active member
I have one and they are jetting very rich from factory....also stock clutching sucks.
I added different weights, but i cant remember what I added. Other then that great machine.
I added different weights, but i cant remember what I added. Other then that great machine.
If I pull the carbs and clean the should I stick with stock jets and settings?
I will be running below 800' and usually not below 10 degrees F
I will be running below 800' and usually not below 10 degrees F