1997 vmax 500 xt

[V-Maximum]

On this machine I have installed carbon tech reeds, notched the reed stopper, have droped all jets 1 size, and installed a MSRP race scilencer. But the only problen is now my clutch is woren out. I was wondering would it be better to take it to my local dealer to get it rebuilt or purchase a new one from royal distributing? I also was wondering would the clutch set up for a 500 on this web page work for a 97 xt 500?

 

[MrSled]

I would add a clutch kit and replace the other worn out parts

 

[V-Maximum]

Any suggestions on exactly what clutch kit is best for my machine?

 

[MrSled]

8cr w/.8g in the inner and 3.6g in the outer, g-s-g primary with 43/39 helix with a white sec spring at 0-2, 15.6 mm rollers.

 

[Canuck]

Mr Sled,

Is the setup you posted a good stock trail set-up? My wife drives a XT500 and it could use a better setup.

 

[MrSled]

sure will

 

[Canuck]

You are fast!!

This sled also seems to run rich, is it common place to drop a jet size on these?

These sleds are also a total pig on oil. I adjusted the throttle cable free play and then leaned out the oil pump a bit. It was much better after this but still hard on oil.

 

[V-Maximum]

I cut off the oil injection on mine and mix 50:1 and I found this to really wake up my machine. Thanks Mr Sled for the info.

 

[V-Maximum]

Oh Mr Sled where can I buy this gear for my sled?

 

[MrSled]

you can get that helix from North Country Yamaha...