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Went for a ride several weeks back; 359 miles and got 41 MPG riding 2 up. Really paid attention to keeping the RPM's up and knocked off any extra rev off the engine at lights and such.

Zanfel recommended by Paul Harvey; and now you know the rest of the story!

best of luck with the test!

Just got the bike back from the shop and all was good. Ran a check on electrical and battery and all good, then did the compression test and had good marks there. Mind is at ease but still keep an eye on it. Thanks for the thoughts and comments.

Yes, I am taking it to the same shop and they are a Yamaha Dealer. The mechanic that will look at my bike is Yamaha Gold Certified. I know the service manager from a past life where he helped me out. Some may say that I'm taking a leap of faith with them and yes I am. Fingers crossed that all is good and I can ride the rest of the year. Thanks for the question!!

Thanks for the replys! Taking the bike in next week to have it tore down and inspected including a compression test. I will keep everyone posted.

Ok, I posted awhile back about the issues with my bike starting after a coolant change (see below). The shop checked it out and all was good. Wife and I even went for a ride and all was good. Monday, I go to ride the bike and it won't start again. Same thing, starter half engages and then nothing. Try several times turning key on and off and nothing. I first started with checking battery at batteries plus and it tested fine. I started tearing the bike apart and checked connections, pulled plugs just to see what I can see. I also changed the oil for fear of gas in the oil after trying to start; there was gas in the oil. Everything I checked looked good. Started it up and she ran. I synch the carbs and put it all back together and took a test ride. The engine is noiser than it was and now i have a slight vibration. Honestly my fear is that a rod is bent and I'm screwed. Was thinking of calling the shop to see if they will do a compression test. Need your thoughts as I don't know where to turn. Original post Start with the beginning. I have 2006 RSV with 22,500 miles. Last Wednesday took it in for coolant change. Picked up and road home just under 6 miles. Kept smelling coolant on the way home. Had my son's baseball game or I would have turned around and went back. I did call the dealer and spoke to Service Desk and they told me they had issues with the coolant; splashed everywhere. Told me they checked it on the dyno; all good and washed it several times. Told me to keep an eye on it and call if issues. Been rainy all week but today could ride. Went out to start it and there was a loud clank (best I could describe as I never heard it before) and then nothing. Had power as lights and radio worked. Turned key off, let set (30 seconds) and then turned on again; had power as lights and radio worked. Pushed started button and nothing but a buzz sound. Pulled seat and battery was still wet with coolant. Even the battery holder had some coolant in it as I pulled the battery. Wiped it down and put a meter on it, registered just under 12vdc (battery is less than 2 years old). Cleaned connections, checked fuses; all good installed battery and it turned right over. Checked coolant level (why not) and it was not full, it was not low either but right in the middle. I don't know if this is separate or related. My Custom Dynamics LED tail light was not working properly, was on bright all the time ( I did notice this when I picked it up at the dealer). Pulled cover off and unplugged and plugged back in and all is good. Question-Is all this related to the coolant splash or do I have a starter issue? Certainly looking for thoughts from some (many) that are smarter than me! Cancelled ride today as I did not want to get stranded away from home.

Finally got back to the dealer today. I really want to give a shout out to McGrath Powersports. Had a little conversation with Griffin their Service Director on what happened. Bike went back into day for a once over and all good. I feel a lot better about getting on it and hitting the road! They went the extra mile to make me comfortable with the service they performed!

In our thoughts and prayers.

Best of luck!

I don't think it's a cracked head gasket if your thinking that as I know it was full when I took it in. I had just serviced the bike myself. However I will check it but start looking at the battery and the voltage. More I thought about it last night the voltage had me concerned. Thanks for your thoughts.

Start with the beginning. I have 2006 RSV with 22,500 miles. Last Wednesday took it in for coolant change. Picked up and road home just under 6 miles. Kept smelling coolant on the way home. Had my son's baseball game or I would have turned around and went back. I did call the dealer and spoke to Service Desk and they told me they had issues with the coolant; splashed everywhere. Told me they checked it on the dyno; all good and washed it several times. Told me to keep an eye on it and call if issues. Been rainy all week but today could ride. Went out to start it and there was a loud clank (best I could describe as I never heard it before) and then nothing. Had power as lights and radio worked. Turned key off, let set (30 seconds) and then turned on again; had power as lights and radio worked. Pushed started button and nothing but a buzz sound. Pulled seat and battery was still wet with coolant. Even the battery holder had some coolant in it as I pulled the battery. Wiped it down and put a meter on it, registered just under 12vdc (battery is less than 2 years old). Cleaned connections, checked fuses; all good installed battery and it turned right over. Checked coolant level (why not) and it was not full, it was not low either but right in the middle. I don't know if this is separate or related. My Custom Dynamics LED tail light was not working properly, was on bright all the time ( I did notice this when I picked it up at the dealer). Pulled cover off and unplugged and plugged back in and all is good. Question-Is all this related to the coolant splash or do I have a starter issue? Certainly looking for thoughts from some (many) that are smarter than me! Cancelled ride today as I did not want to get stranded away from home. Please advise!

Now that's a steal! Enjoy and welcome to the family!

Agree with Cowpuc on V4. Once I test road one I knew it was for me. Take the 05 and never look back!

Though I have not made a MD I hope to some day. But amen to what you said about family!

Congrats!!

Unbelievable that May 25th was my first ride of the year (not counting 8 blocks). My son's baseball games and my daughter HS graduation has taken priority (as they should). Got in 110 miles and a cold beer at Wee Willy's. What a great country we have. Thanks to all of our veterans!!!

Awesome!! I WANT ONE!!!

Very nice!!

Prayers are sent.

As an FYI, I have to put a couple of boards under my bikes tires to get clearance for the lift. other than that, its a piece of cake! Best way to work on the bike.

This one had me rolling and I just had to share...

I agree with Freebird; thank you for your service!

Never forget is right. Thanks for sharing your stories and your service that day.

Looks somewhat familar as I got pulled over yesterday in my car. Did not dispute as the state trooper did me a favor.