Another great video. Dan knows his stuff alright. It's great to see such competence.

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

I definitely wouldn’t have been able to do this without his help!

I've been thinking about doing this on my scooter for months now, he made it look so simple!

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s not that difficult, just need the right tools 🧰

👍 Very helpful. Thanks For sharing.

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 👊🏽

this. is. a. great. video! Thanks!!

@tapecknows

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

question, is yamalube m grease applied to the collar or any portion of the “non variator” surfaces. in the shop manual it states: lube the variator bolt and mating surfaces” i see videos where this is done and others where it is not. so which is it?

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

I only heard of not using any lube on the variator so that’s what we did.

Nice clear video which is good as so many guys dropping the camera etc... I've got an Xmax400 with a JCosta variator but thinking of changing back to standard as I find it to revvy (very nippy though) and with an Akrapovic exhaust to noisy so going back to standard. After watching this it looks simple apart from getting that front nut off but not sure if the variator shift needs lubricating? .. any thoughts

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! I use my XMAX 300 in and around town so I don’t mind it being revvy with increased acceleration. We chose not to lube the variator shaft and it’s all working fine so far

@go5582

2 жыл бұрын

Hi handsome AT. I must agree with your comment, I like my scooter stock OEM. Im getting a Yamaha 2022 XMax here in USA California. Do you recommend Yamaha over honda in the 300 to 400 cc size? Thanks for your time.

@andrewturner4728

2 жыл бұрын

@@go5582 I would go for the newer Forza 350 as it has an electric screen which is the deal breaker for me.

Hi guys, wear safety glasses and a n52 dust mask. Let's go. Safety first.

i ordered this kit for my xmax from costa directly and will be installing it next week. do you find it to be a good variator pros and cons?

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Nice one! Here's the my thoughts on it: Pros: - Increased Acceleration - Slightly louder Cons: - Increased fuel consumption (probably because it makes you ride more aggressive - Higher RPMs on motorway speeds

Awesome. What size nuts were the variator and clutch bolts? Thanks!

@tapecknows

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Can't quite remember the bolt size but it's around 17mm I think

Did you have your valve adjusted/checked at your 12k service. If so how much did it cost to check them. The manual says they need to be inspected at 12k miles.

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Nope I haven’t checked them yet

@philiproberts6947

3 жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows would be good to see this been done on a video. More to the point it would be interesting to see if they need new shims or if there still in spec.

Is this Australia? Hello from America. I'm too getting an Xmax soon. I got rid of my Tmax since it was a bit too much. Awesome channel.

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, I'm in London, UK! I still need to have a go on a TMAX haha

@johnmartin7158

3 жыл бұрын

Hi ! I have the XMax and a 1200 Bonny. And My wife’s son has a Mt07. For me I wish Yamaha would make a XMax 400cc. And then that would cruise at 100 kmh on long trips easier than the XMax. The TMAx looks a little big and bulky. Auckland. NZ

@enzo2t

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnmartin7158 Yamaha do make a X-max 400

@johnmartin7158

3 жыл бұрын

@@enzo2t Hi Enzo ! We can’t get the 400 in NZ. 400cc would be real ideal. With the 300cc I tend to travel more at 90 kmh as opposed to 100 as so engine will last longer.

Yo lo llevo montado en mi X Max 300, y tengo que reconocer que he ganado velocidad punta y salida sobre todo salida eso si 500 vueltas más alto de revoluciones que de serie, pero ninguna moto de serie me pilla

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Definitivamente ayuda con la aceleración!

hi can you say which using tools number for front and rear keys? sorry for my bad eng

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Sure! The front bolt for the variator is 17mm and the rear bolt for the clutch bell is 27mm. Hope that helps!

Wow.

@tapecknows

Ай бұрын

Thanks!

Any update on this? Still got it it on ? Happy with it etc ? Also I know your mate didn't torque the bolts up but do you know the torque settings as I can't find anywhere and don't have a workshop manual ! Cheers

@tapecknows

2 жыл бұрын

It was great! Picked up acceleration massively, hits 60mph in almost no time! Don’t own the XMAX anymore though

@saxon73

2 жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows ah thanks for quick reply , hope you got something equally as enjoyable now

@tapecknows

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely! Got the XSR700 as a replacement 🚀

What’s the name of the part you used sand paper on?? To remove the shine

@tapecknows

Жыл бұрын

It's the clutch arm friction pads

i put my jcosta variator on today and got back from a trial run on my xmax 2020 model. the machine work in the variator is very good, and the design makes good sense. here’s what i immediately noticed. 1. Rpm’s increased considerably off the mark, making the bike more responsive. 2. it seems quieter than the stock variator 3. smoother transition through its full range. on the highway at 75mph the rpm’s we’re about 750 to 1000 higher. this isn’t a bad thing because it feels as if the bike is more consistent in its power, wind and hills have less effect. not sure about fuel consumption but it’s most likely going to be decreased. the longevity of the weights etc. is yet to be seen. it’s a great kit, but in a few months i’ll pull it apart and see what it looks like. i bought my set up directly from jcosta fast and easy but pricey

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Love the feedback, we've got similar experiences expect for the sound of the variator because I think it's louder! But yeah we'd have to see how long those bullet weights last and hopefully we can get replacements

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Did you end up using grease when you installed it?

@thegutsyninja8851

2 жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows no, there was no mention of using grease. it is very responsive, but sometimes i wonder if the rpm’s are a little too high

Where did you get the variator from ?

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Direct from jcosta.com

Hi handsome. Why did you select a Yamaha XMax? What problems did you encounter since your purchase? We're there repeated parts that needed to be replaced, please name them. Did you have Yamaha warranty? If so did Yamaha stand by there warranty? Do you recommend there warranty? Thanks.

@tapecknows

2 жыл бұрын

Overall ownership was a great experience, didn't need to replace anything and therefore had no encounter with the warranty.

Hola que más llevas montado? aparte del variador jcosta. Y cual es su velocidad máxima en llano ?

@tapecknows

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, max speed is around 96 mph without the J Costa. You can find my top speed video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/e4uc0bBmYKrRXag.html

@sergiosanchezvalencia7745

Жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows y con el jcosta cuanta velocidad máxima tienes?

Hello are you in the US? What does changing that do to the scooter im getting this scooter soon

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

No I'm in the UK. The variation I got allows the engine to reach higher RPMs quicker, so it increases the acceleration. Which is ideal for city riding where it's stop and start. Might not be the best for longer journeys as you'll be at a higher RPM compared to a stock variator

@CKPHH

3 жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows ah got it. It does fine for me me. Still under 600 miles

the standard Yamaha roller weights and belt lasted for 12000 miles ?

@tapecknows

2 жыл бұрын

Yes they did! The rollers should some signs of wear but not much

@yamahappy1730

2 жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows yes i noticed a small flat but they did really well for that mileage . ( i have bought a 2019 model with only 1700 miles but have not used it yet so was trying to gain all the information i can for future reference and servicing ) thankyou for the reply !

@tapecknows

2 жыл бұрын

Oh nice! Enjoy your new XMAX 🙌🏽

PALO!

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Pwede naaaa

Hi handsome , more videos please. Thanks.

Doesnt look to bad to do. Im still thinking about getting a scooter

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s quite a straight forward job. I definitely prefer scooters for every day life usage

Where did you get this done thinking of going the same

@tapecknows

Жыл бұрын

At my mate’s house

@Josh-mw4bq

Жыл бұрын

Is it possible if you could ask him a question for me please. I have a 2019 Honda forza I changed the variator yesterday for a jcosta one I’ve noticed the bike feels jerky when slow riding could you ask him why this could be

Are you from Essex or Suffolk pal you mention Henley and that’s near like Ipswich in Suffolk

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Nahh, I’m over in West London. I probably meant Henley-on-Thames hahah

@mikeoxlong252

3 жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows ahhh okay mate love the content doe :)

@mikeoxlong252

3 жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows you should make a discord so people can come talk to ya

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Ahh thanks man, yeah I think I’ll start doing more things like that since I’ve got a small following now

Good video; why did you change the variator? ( 12000km)

@tapecknows

Ай бұрын

Just to try it out, definitely increases acceleration

@tapecknows

Ай бұрын

Correcto

Great vid...so....improvement? Top end?

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Acceleration has increased so I can get up to 60mph in what feels like no time. Top end remains the same

@darkelf1000

3 жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows I do like the xmax 300.

@lanbolanon3128

3 жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows fuel consumption go up bro?

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

@@lanbolanon3128 i haven’t noticed anything major, I would need to ride it more to see

@johnmartin7158

3 жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows Hi ! So therefore slightly more revs at cruising at high speed. Would that be correct ?

what is the length and weight of the rollers?

@Watson2108

4 ай бұрын

stock size is 23x18mm and 17 grams

@tapecknows

Ай бұрын

thanks!

Did u get the EVO4R bro ?

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

Nah it was the IT606PRO

@samuelalam7564

3 жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows ok bro, do you which ones best for a tmax 530 theres so many different ones. I have no idea which one to get any help would be appreciated thanks

@samuelalam7564

3 жыл бұрын

@@tapecknows also best place to buy ?

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

@@samuelalam7564 bought mine directly from them on jcosta.com

@tapecknows

3 жыл бұрын

@@samuelalam7564 i’m not sure what’s best for T Max, it’d be best to check TMax owners forums or facebook groups

Xmax 400

@tapecknows

Ай бұрын

I wanna try one