Yamaha RS Vector - Answered Questions & Fixed Issues
Engine cuts out and wont go past 35
There are a few items it could be.
(a) Low Compression
(b) Blocked High Speed Jets (Clean them with a Wire)
(c) Blockage in the Fuel Delivery System
(d) Lack of Oil
Don't have very much power in my yamaha vector 1000
If you have never rebuilt a Carburator, there are some VERY SMALL ORIFICES that need to be cleaned and require a very small wire to get them cleaned.. You may also have a Compression Issue with the engine, a Bad/Defective Primary Clutch could also cause a drag on the Engine
Replacing starter
The Starter is located forward of the Engine, Left side. Make sure you disconnect the Battery BEFORE you start working on the starter.
How to remove a gas tank on Yamaha Apex 2007
You have to remove the 2 bolts holding the seat down under the tunnel first. Then slide the seat to the rear to remove it.
Then you can remove the springs holding the hold-down plate on the rear of the tank. Just slide the tank back then.
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