BlueSky

I think the early RSTDs had smaller carbs with less hp than the later models. I think the 2007 is the later model and I think that it's the same engine that is in the RSVs. But, I DON"T really know. Just remembering some things I've read over the years.

Man, that is tragic! Heal quickly and take care of yourself. We just never know what life is going to throw our way.

You can ride those bikes skipping 2nd gear when it goes out. But, that bike looks like a big project. All depends if you want a big project. If you decide to get it, there are lots of knowledgeable members here who could give you good repair advice.

Good advice. Maybe even get the starter working and check the compression to make sure the engine is okay first. The tackle the carbs. I think there are a couple of guys who will rebuild your carbs for you. No idea what the cost would be. You can buy a video about how to rebuild the carbs from one of those guys. I have one but I don't recall the name of the person I bought it from. I'll find out if you are interested.

If the carbs are leaking, gas might fill up any cylinder that has an open intake valve and if the starter attempts to turn the engine over the engine could be hydrolocked and bend a connecting rod. I think that is what they were referring to.

I'm a believer in adding Seafoam or Gumout with Regane to the fuel on a regular basis.

There are a series of maintenance videos on the Gen I bikes that you may want to watch or at least refer to when it needs something. https://www.yamahaventure.nl/xvz-maintenance-video.html

Amazing beauty!

Looks good! I've got an 89 the same color.

15 days ago I had a total hip joint replacement. The last two weeks haven't been fun, but I'm walking around unsupported now with no pain. The good surgeons are amazing. If you need one, go for it. I'm 78 and I'm looking forward to riding again.

Pinwall Cycle may have an engine.

Would love to ride down but I'm scheduled for a total hip joint replacement on the 27th. How much fun can you have! LOL!

I think you nailed it Puc.

I just think an air cooled engine is the wrong choice for a big heavy touring bike. Years ago I remember reading a Los Angeles county police test of potential police bikes and they tested everything including oil temperature to see if it stayed within the manufacturers specs. The spec for the oil temp on the Harley was 400 degrees F! It was 300 for the BMW R bike and about 260 for the water cooled bikes. It just seems to me that 400 degrees is pushing it too far. And the Harleys came close to the spec limit in their testing.

Wow! An Epic Trip!

Well that wasn't it. I changed the setting to search for posts since my last visit and it still takes about 10 seconds to search. Oh well.

Well dang! I think I solved the problem. The search for unread content was set to search for the last 365 days. I had never noticed that there was a time setting! Ha! Dummy me!

The other forums I participate in do the unread content immediately. I doubt it's my computer. It's less than a year old and I bought the latest chip. Takes about 10 seconds.

I always click on unread content to see what is new and it always takes a long time to do the search, about 10 seconds. Is this normal for everybody? All of my other forums react immediately when I click on a similar feature.

And the rear brake grips really well, maybe too well!

I checked the rear pads on my 07 and they were wearing evenly.

Could the uneven rear brake pad wear be related to a rear wheel alignment issue? Just wondering?

My only experience with TPMS is with a 2013 Ford Focus rental car that warned me of a tire being low at 30psig. And my wife's 2013 Infiniti gave her a warning when one of her tires got down to 30psig. So, they worked okay in those two instances. It's hard to check the rear tire on a RSV so a TPMS on that would be convenient for sure. I've never had a vehicle with TPMS. My truck is 20 years old and my car is 17 years old. And I love my old clunkers! 2002 F150 4x4 and a hemi powered 2005 Dodge Magnum.

Yeah, Puc has enough worn out MK I's that he could supply most anything I bet..