Second Gear Question

[Jayceesfolly]

Hello:

 

I am looking at a '85 VR to buy for parts, and am considering restoring it instead. It runs well, just needs cosmetic work. Anyway, I am not sure if this bike has the second gear problem and would like to know if I can trace the serial number to see if it has the problem. The owner does not have any info on the problem and is not familiar with the second gear problem. I thought I saw a discussion in this forum about serial numbers and model years but can't find the thread, either in General Discussions or the 1st Gen Tech Section. Does anyone remember the thread and, if not, can I go to Yamaha with the serial number to check and see if this bike has the newer harder washers or pins installed?

 

Thanks for any help

 

Jim

[dingy]

Look at thread below.

 

http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=508

 

Gary

[Jayceesfolly]

Gary:

 

Thanks for the info. I looked at that thread and passed right over the first line in the article! I am going to look at the bike this weekend.

 

Thanks for your help.

 

Jim

[Marcarl]

Buy it, they are a rare breed indeed, after all they only made them in 85. they're one of a kind.

[Yammer Dan]

 

What Carl said!! Good luck with it!!