I'm telling you man... Having owned a 1983 Honda vt750c for 25 years with not a lick of internal trouble whatsoever, Honda's of the 80s and early 90s are mechanical freaking tanks.

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

It’s definitely an amazing bike. I’ve got over 70,000 miles and it runs better than some of the new bikes I’ve seen. Best $840 I’ve ever spent 🤣

@vik351

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Dougie, with all the BS I have read about cam wear (Just bought a 1982 VF Magna with 65,000 miles) ,do you add zinc to your oil, or was the cam worry more for the non chain cam jobs...??? I dont know the bikes history, but can see it has been opened up at some stage , will be using 20 W 50 mineral oil with full zinc , any other tips...??? Im from OZ BTW, nice and warm here ... ;-)

@douglasmartin7647

3 жыл бұрын

@@vik351 I can only tell you what I did... And I'm sure that as many riders that are out there or ever have been... There are that many rituals to take care of a motorcycle... Mine was to never skimp on the oil (price that is) you will only get what you pay for, and for me that was"mobile 1- 20/w50 full synthetic"and a fram oil filter (again don't skimp on the filter). But my secret ingredient was... And this might raise an eyebrow... Bardahl no smoke oil treatment. And not because it was puffing oil although it was 13 years old when I got it ('83 VT750C). I did that to keep up the oil viscosity knowing when it got hot the oil would thin out, and no...the oil additive did not affect my clutch plates or friction plates or the clutch to where it was constantly slipping. I never experienced any problems like that whatsoever. I live in the northwestern Ohio area. We have cold early springs, and cool early falls. The heavier oil mixture never gave me a problem in cranking it over and starting. I will say the v65 (1100cc) magna was said to have had low oil pressure problems in the rear or vertical cylinder head. To which there were aftermarket oiler kits ,it seemed to have solved that problem. Good luck. It's good to hear that people are still trying to keep those old bikes on the road. Later

@vik351

3 жыл бұрын

@@douglasmartin7647 Yea mate, wanna keep the show on the road... reckon I will stick to mineral oil, prolly the (.v.) milk it grew up on , so will stick with it, heard a change to synthetic in old donks might make em drink more :-o , doesnt blow any chunder now, and starts first pop ... so must still be ok... thanks mate... ;-)

@Onebigfly

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Douglas, the beast is equipped with original exhaust?

Love how the magna at lower level sounds like a cruiser and then high rpm sounds like a sports bike.

@jamesrevels

2 жыл бұрын

I love that about this bike as well. I never was a fan of cruiser exhaust notes

@the-fallenone.1111......

Жыл бұрын

There sleeper bikes. Look and sound like a nice cruiser but the power of a race bike

@erisgh0sted961

Жыл бұрын

VTEC kickin' in baby!

@1sttimegunowner

Жыл бұрын

@@erisgh0sted961 ima put a v tec sticker on my bike

@jonathanlongley1353

Жыл бұрын

V4💪

I lead sportbike rides on backroads and mountain rides with my '94 Magna. They are very capable bikes.

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

They definitely are

Hey, I’m getting ready to get the V65 magna did you do anything to the pipes?

My old sporty did that same thing, was just corroded ground terminal on the battery. I don't know if that's specifically a battery thing for you, but it's almost definitely a grounding thing. Not a whole lot of grounds to check on a bike like that though. Short ramble: not a whole lot of points of failure on these old bikes, one of the great things about them. In my humble opinion, the 80's and 90's were the peak of motorcycle design. You get the benefit of some of the more modern engineering with the benefit of the old school simplicity. Can always beef up the brakes, suspension etc to keep up with the times if need be. Ain't gonna lie tho, that's a nice Heritage that fella's got haha: end ramble Been thinking about picking up an old v45 myself. Such cool bikes.

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

The issue seemed to be loose cables. I tightened the bolts just a touch on the battery terminals and didn’t have an issue out of it after that. They are definitely amazing bikes and honestly undervalued, you can find them for really good deals all day long. The heritage is a 2020 model, I’ve rode it once and it’s definitely a different experience with all the modern features.

@Matthew-mw6vu

5 ай бұрын

Those harleys are complete slow American made peices of slow shit of any year, my bone stock v65 sabre beats them in second gear, pretty embarrassing for the American made 🗑️

What exhaust do you have?

great video i allso own 1986 V65 1100 magna and 2 1985 XJ700 Yamahas ,just love 80s rides ,sound was great nice video

I have a 94 magna.... Love it. Nice video ! They're definitely great bikes.

Enjoying your vids! Awesome stuff! I see a normal younh guy enjoying the heck out of working on and riding his 25 year old Magna while elsewhere on KZread there's no shortage of folks that have $20 or $30 thousand dollar bikes and they gripe about everything or act like butt wipes. Your channel is refreshing because you're thrilled with your bike and happy to share that with your viewers. Look forward to more of your videos in the future.

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that, it means a lot. Unfortunately with the crazy weather in the Midwest has my motorcycle indoors, but gives me a reason to utilize my 4X4 hopefully next week I can get the bike out again.

@jdfog2

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamesrevels I am in Indiana..talked on phone earlier with my brother that lives in Harrah (OK) and he said it was 7 degrees ...it was 9 degrees here. So I get ya about the weather. But yours will be in riding shape well before ours. Keep up the good work

Love the Honda Magna. Nice 96 you have sounds great! I'm an Owner of my 2nd 1987 Honda Super Magna... my fav bike. For looks, performance, and reliability. The VF700 and the unique quad pipes and solid rear disc wheel. Just had it out for a cold sunny Michigan ride yesterday...

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

The super Magna is an amazing machine for sure. I just wish it came with a V65 🤣

@vik351

3 жыл бұрын

hey outlaw, would ya trade in a 2010 Suzuki Boulevard C 50 for a 1998 Magna VF 750 and lose money on the deal 😳

@theoutlaw9043

3 жыл бұрын

@@vik351 hard core Super Magna fan! 👍🏼 I love the 87 88 Super Magna. Cant think of many bikes I would buy ahead of it.

@theoutlaw9043

3 жыл бұрын

@@vik351 btw the Boulivard is a beautiful bike I considered way back before I discovered the classic Legendary Super Magna

@vik351

3 жыл бұрын

@@theoutlaw9043 Thanks man, just confirmed my gut feeling... keep the bloody thing for my grand pa days, The 1982 VF 750 C V45 Magna I just bought I havent had a good ride yet, the BS one has to go through to get a yank bike regoed here is like gettin blood out of a stone FFS... The 1998 is a local bike , turn key and go... will give it a miss :-( ... Ah well...

Harley owners are just a different breed, once they get one they feel like they own the road and can do whatever.

Have an '83 with 36k miles and yeah, sure, not the fastest bike by far- but man, that 40-70 and/or 60-90 pull is so good! All the torque of a V motor but it's also a 4 cylinder Honda that revs to 10k.. Love it!

Just picked up a 99 vf750c2x and I fucking love the thing. I’m a fan of high revving engines of all sorts and this thing is just a blast to ride.

My 82 Runs like Champ. I Love it. And My seat is Really Comfortable.

Continue the good work . Have fun and ride safe. My magna is on its way!!

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, you ride safe as well

Nice one James noticed you tweakin the redline a bit is that around where max power is on yours ? . And the cut outs is all sorted now . : )

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

I was hitting the redline because I was spinning, I was trying to get traction but too mush sand on the road. The cut outs seem to be sorted out. It did it probably 5 or 6 times on the way to his house, but after tightening the cables it didn’t do it anymore after that

@crumblymal8479

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamesrevels Good news simple fix wow so she was spinning up so where would she be kicking out the max for the strip do you reckon . : )

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

Not sure yet. I’m hoping for somewhere between a 12-13 second 1/4. Once the drag strip opens I’m gonna make a few runs and see who’s it goes

beautiful bike. I have an 87

I have a Chan e to get a 2001 Honda magna 750 one owner still looks brand new for 1000 dollars is it worth it it looks brand new but I already have 2 shadow 750s are they the same as magna ?

@jefftaylor947

2 жыл бұрын

Nope. Shadows are much LESS power (43 hp new). Magna VF750s have about 77 hp.

What is the cruising rpm and i seem to have a clank when i shift from 1st to second what rpm and mph are you when shifting from 1st to second thanks

@jamesrevels

Жыл бұрын

I’m sitting between 5000 and 6000 when cruising. Shifting varies on how hard I’m accelerating. Light acceleration around 3000 heavy acceleration closer to 10,000

@Loki1815

9 ай бұрын

I have a '96, from new, 4 days after buying it, 3rd Jan 1997, I rode it, 2up to Spain, Tent + Panniers, 1500 miles and back again 5 days later. Tightened and oiled the chain twice and it never missed a beat! I read an article that stated Honda intentionally "Built in" the Nuetral to 1st and 1st to 2nd clunk, "to replicate a Harley". I kid you not! Anyway, I love this bike but it's time for new exhausts, as soon as I find a recommended set!

My Vmax sounds like yours when you let off. (Popcorn machine popping.) What causes that? Carb issue?

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

It’s just the timing allowing part of the combustion to take place while a exhaust valve is slightly open. There is nothing wrong with it

@tracyhooker4355

2 жыл бұрын

That's because they basically the same design, difference being the VMax was a 1200cc, the Magna was a 700cc.

Sorry about rambling on in the comments section... but having ridden metric bikes for some 40 years now I'd like to pass on little tidbits that I have found out... About using the kill switch the shut your bike off... Using the key to kill the engine guarantees you'll never accidentally leave the ignition on after using the kill switch to shut the engine off... my first two metric bikes we're small 350s and they had kick-starts so if the battery is going dead or the starter refused to function, I knew I could still get down the road. for whatever reason manufacturers stop putting kick-starts on their bikes so you're totally dependent on the starter system to function. it's likely your Magna uses was called a starter clutch. These are susceptible 2 failing if you weigh on the starter button for more than 5 to 7 Seconds at a time, and they're not the easiest to access and repair. I would also advise the steer away from lead acid batteries. AGM or applied glass mat batteries have no liquid acid in them, and are far less likely to calcify and swell and fail to hold a charge, yes they are slightly more expensive but I view that as nothing more than insurance that my ride will start when I need it to. Head on a swivel and cover your brake. be waiting for your next vid. Later

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

You are fine with the comments, it actually helps the channel by you interacting with the videos. I’ll try to use the key from now on rather than the kill switch, I have accidentally left the key in the ignition so that would be a positive by using the key. Yes, the battery I use is an AGM, I got a good deal on it because I know the commercial manager where I bought it really well. I appreciate all the compliments and I’m always open to learn new information.

96 owner, love the bike but always had battery issues with mine with overcharging and other electrical issues. Motor is a tank though, you can't kill those Honda VF's

@Zennofobic

2 жыл бұрын

subbed like to see peeps still riding their Magna's :)

@bigboi9611

Жыл бұрын

I swapped in a modern FH020AA cbr500r(13-15) Regulator because of that. A lot of forum entries about that in the v4 forums i think.

@stevenp8198

10 ай бұрын

Put 4 or 5 washers between batt box and the voltage regulator.

What part of country is this it sure looks so nice?

@jamesrevels

2 жыл бұрын

NE Oklahoma

It would be necessary to measure a compression😉

ihave a 1993 vf750c magna, is a magic bike, love it, only recently found out about the v65 magna and sabre, will add to my collection if i find one for sure.

6:45 when going over RIlroad Tracks you should NEVER...EVER....CONTINUE TO GAS IT when traversing the tracks!...se goes for BRAKING... NEVER...EVER apply brakes when traversing the tracks... It is downright dangerous!!! I cannot stress this enough! gas it write up until the railroad tracks... And then either pull in the clutch or maintain throttle, but avoid APPLYING throttle or either engine braking OR actual braking. this is because the railroad tracks themselves are extremely slippery even when dry but especially when wet, which did not apply here obviously. Also, by gliding over the tracks so to speak it releases any load up on the suspension, making the bike "float" over the tracks. This principal should also be Incorporated in an automobile. incorporating this tip into your writing style can literally save your ass!

I just got mine this week, I need to adjust the carbs but great motorcyle from klr owner to honda is huge speed difference greetings from Chile

@jamesrevels

2 жыл бұрын

They are amazing bikes for sure. I’ll probably never sell mine

I had 97 ... red with black decals. The only bike I regret selling. 0 issues.

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t think I could ever sell the Magna. It would destroy my KZread channel if I did

What exhaust is that?

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

Some custom exhaust. I talk about it in my Q&A video if you want a better view of it

The age old feud, Harley vrs Honda . I live it every day. On one side of my shop sets a Yamaha Vstar 1100 that’s chromed out the wazoo and hypercharged and Black paint over gangster whitewalls that will get your attention even if you have HD tattooed on your chest. ..On the other side of the shop sets a Fatboy Lo in denim black , right down to the denim black Vance and Hines exhaust. No chrome to speak of, but a shape and a look that’s timeless that stuns visitors when they wander in. It truly takes a nice bike to ghost my Yamaha. That’s the magic of Harley Davidson .

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

Same thing here, I have the Magna, the Harley is my managers, and another coworker has a ‘19 sportster that has the larger tank painted a brilliant blue with an American flag and HD logo blended together and black pipes. I love making fun of them but they are nice bikes

@user-qr7ee2cp4y

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesrevels won't argue about which is better but don't turn your nose down at that magna. That's a stout bike.

I have an old 1983 750 project bike,i hope it runs like this one l,but my love is for the 80s yamaha ,like the radian, FZ and maxim bikes.

That Honda v65 4cyl would be soooooo nice in a Harley Davidson frame.

@Matthew-mw6vu

5 ай бұрын

No it wouldn't, Harley junk

wow i recognized that street in an instant. 41st st

I have the 96 Honda Magna 750C and it has eaten alive every cruiser it's met for breakfast lunch and dinner up to 100 MPH. Awesome bike. Ride all day on it. Just stop to pee and fuel up. :-)

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

Pretty much sums it all up

@everythinggaming7938

2 жыл бұрын

You have not met the Vmax

@dco956

2 жыл бұрын

@@everythinggaming7938 very true on hwy.... VMAX r insane....but on a mountain ride or Twisties...it can't keep up with a mag

@viajante4200

Жыл бұрын

Hola, el Honda Magna, la mejor moto del mundo. Yo también tengo un Magna 96, es inrrompible. Jamás la vendere. Ahora quiero comprar un Royal Enfield Interceptor 650. También para que me acompañe, hasta la última morada. Pero quiero decir con ésto, que son motos, que nos trascienden en el tiempo de vida. Andar en moto, ya sea sólo o acompañado, es una bendición de los Dioses. Sólo por ello me gustaría vivir 500 años. Saludos desde Argentina.

I know this is an old video, but I just started riding about 5 months ago... and the magna is one of my dream bikes.... ^_^

Harley can't touch the top end on the Magna.

Dammit I forgot to mention... For a little over eight hundred bucks you certainly got a steal on that bike... Congrats

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

I did have to rebuild the carbs and do a few things to it to make it perfect. But I’m still less than $2,000 into it with tires and everything else

Audio is great

Honda 1- Harley 0.... you're something on using the kill switch to shut your bike off... when I got my 06 VTX 1300 it actually came with original owners manual... just for s**** and giggles I read through it, it actually instructs you to use the key the kill the bike not the red switch on the handlebars. I've owned for motorcycles in my life and I've always use the Killswitch, then I would turn off the ignition key. Now that's all I do. I hope it wasn't something as simple as a kill-switch needed to be tweeked!

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

I’ll keep that in mind. I’m pretty sure the issue was in my battery cables though. It cutout several times there and not once after I tightened that cable.

@douglasmartin7647

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamesrevels that's all it ends up being... Super cool

@vik351

3 жыл бұрын

my thoughts as well ... ;-( give it a good clean...

What exhaust?

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

Not sure honestly. Best I can figure is it’s something universal slip on and a custom made 2 into 1 pipe

@jamesgarrett2129

3 жыл бұрын

I have a VTX 1300R with Vance Hines pipes. In honesty that set of pipes are too loud for some. They are anything but mufflers.

I haVe a 98; its cut out like that too.DSid U find out whats up ? thabks

@jamesrevels

Жыл бұрын

Battery cable was coming loose at battery

@financialconspirator3080

Жыл бұрын

@@jamesrevels still comenting years later levend

I’ll always be a Magna fan.

looks like Orlando in some areas, esp where the helli was.

@jamesrevels

2 жыл бұрын

I’m a good ways from Orlando lol

Turns signals aren't working.

Hello never here. Haven't road for 20Y I've only had 2 bikes and ridin 4. I'll never 4get dad had a yamaha 1100. I was 18 me and my cuz took it and OMG I couldn't believe the power. Dad found me and let me have it, no ins, no tages, no license, no helmet, and on empty ROFL Dad was pissed But I've been looking at those Magna's. The prices seem almost to good to be true, to me that is. Love the rides more so the race with the Harley lol Take care and GOD Bless keep it out the ditches 😂😇

I got a 94 Honda magna built to the hilt trike the thing is stupid

You are running lean. I hear the popping on decell.

CDI unit making his things. :D overcharging causing this thing...

I currently own 40+ bikes which 3 of them are Honda V4 bikes, 1986 VF500, 1999 Magna V45 and 1999 VFR800, once you own the Honda V4 bike, you will never want to sell them, go ride one and you know what I mean.

@egdaful

5 ай бұрын

Owning 1982 magna v45 750c. Love that bike. Like 42 years bike is so smooth, fast, easy maitenance, looks good, soft to ride. Just changed handlebars from NT deuvile because i have long long arms like monkey :D

oh my god dude... What was up with that intermittent... I saw your Tweet the kill switch is that all it was?

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

I think it was the battery cables. I got about a 1/4 turn out of the bolt and it didn’t mess up any after that. Seems like that’s all it was

@vik351

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamesrevels WTF ...??? that dont sound right ...??? if it's already running, looked more like a kill switch cuttin in and out to me :-o

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t know, all I know is I haven’t had that problem since

@joeMW284

3 жыл бұрын

@@vik351 if it's like a car, not having a battery connection is an open circuit on the whole electrical system. You'll lose ignition, engine stalls.

Are you on a V65? Cause, it's pretty fast. If you are on a V45...you ard right...they were not that fast.

Have a BEER ??? 😂❤❤❤

Чем то на Владивосток похоже весгой, в конце ролика

Noisey davidson cant come close to a magna on the twisties. My magna scrapes pegs right along with the ningas.

i loved ❤️ Magna.✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

Still waiting on that video request ☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️

@jamesrevels

3 жыл бұрын

I answered that question in my Q&A video about a month ago. I described what I wear and did a front and back view of the pants and jacket

The v65 would have shit the Harley out the back.

Harley too slow for your magna

Better Honda

Subbed because magna