20 Most Recent 1998 Yamaha XVS 650 Dragstar Questions & Answers

u really need a pro to guide ya here-bad jet settings can fry your engine--do some reading sec 629 library or purchase expert manuals like clymer

You should go back and review your work. Shrieking noises are not friendly. Oil ok? Proper adjustments? Proper parts in the proper order? All fasteners properly installed? All parts accounted for?

check connections on the rectifier are not loose or coroded

2.6 litres

Ask Dad, hahaha
You will ask him eventually hahaha

you may need to do some drilling if you know how if not you should take it to ur local motor head and he can re size the drilling for ya. i have a background in cars but motorcycles are the same just smaller engines pretty much

Orig power is 40 HP (29.2Kw) If that is required, it can be done by restricting top speed, exhaust pipe and/or chokeing the carb abilities but will take the fun out of riding big bikes..

Make sure the shift pedal is tight on the shift shaft/linkage. Also make sure it's not interfering with the engine case when shifting, and adjust if needed. I doubt it's a transmission issue.