To find the TDC (top dead center) please refer to this video from 8.25 kzread.info/dash/bejne/aaZ3kseQqqrHZNo.html

I just want to say thank you for making these videos. There's not too many videos regarding the virago 1100 and you do an awesome job. I appreciate it!

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much... I know there aren't many around and most of them are quite bad quality... I'm glad you find my channel useful 😉👍

Amazing video. Clear to the point. Good lighting and view. Thanks so much!

You are the savior when it comes to the restoration of my virago 1100

Oké ! Super precise job! The "iron" will work perfectly .

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

😁😁🔧🔧 Köszi szépen Öreg.

thanks again for clearing up my concerns. truly appreciate your expertise

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome, I'm glad you found it useful 😉

absolut Perfekt!!! Dankeschön!

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I'm glad you found it helpful... Gern geschehen 😉

Great, informative video. Thank you.

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thank you for your video!

Thank you for this tutorial I let you know the result !

Hermosa maquina el virago!!!

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Gracias mi amigo😉

Muy bueno! Gracias

Hello, great video i have a 1100 as well thanks

Thanks

Thank you very much for your videos, especially those of the Virago 1100. Do you remember what size Viton o-rings you used?

Nice tutorial. One thing I saw that bothers me, when doing valves like this I always use the boxed end of the wrench. If that open end slips off, you can find yourself with a lock nut that has rounded corners.

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and yes I agree I should have used the the ring end, I don't know to be honest why I didn't, but you're right 👍

@sisaketmike

3 жыл бұрын

@@MidlandCruiser He's only jealous that he hasn't got such nice tools to play with.

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

@@sisaketmike 😁it's fine, I don't mind constructive criticism 👍

My Mate Nate did a great job again! Just posted your link on a Viagra website where somebody thought he'd have to remove the engine or the carbs. Gosh.

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Michael... I hope it's not a Viagra website 😂😂🤣 where you shared it... Anyway thank you. I'm trying to make my videos, so anyone can follow it and do the job, hopefully he will be able to as well😉👍

@sisaketmike

3 жыл бұрын

@@MidlandCruiser I get it! Cheap Viagras for you when you buy more than 100! You'll get ten for free if you pay for 110! LOl

Great Video as per usual mate :) I use the old adage of .004 slides/ .005 sticks on intake & .006 slides/ .007 sticks on exhaust. (thank "Mike Miller" for that one) anyway, I'm looking forward to your next episode :)

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I was actually thinking about getting an imperial feeler gauge set.. Yeah I know Mike from the Facebook group, quite surprised actually he didn't comment on any of my videos or posts... Must be doing it right then🤣🤣🤣

Hi thanks for this - very good Just couple of questions When you do the valve clearances on the rear cylinder do you have to rotate engine to TDC again separate to front cylinder so each time you have to rotate engine clockwise to TDC before adjusting clearances Thanks

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Basically yes. You set the rear to TDC and adjust both valves, then turn the engine around a few times and set the rear again to TDC to double check the clearances. Then set the front to TDC adjust the valves and do the same double check. You can't set both cylinder (all 4 valves) at the same time

Hi, Great video tutorial. Just a quick question - is it normal that rocker arms has some play side to side as I see in your video?

@MidlandCruiser

2 ай бұрын

Hi, thank you. Yes the play, as long as it isn't excessive, it's fine. It really is a small movement though.

Hey mate ive bought a 2002 v star 1100 and its got a aftermarket lowering adjustable pivet links do you know the factory height ? And where do i measure from its to low im concearned about adjustment due to the shaft drive can you help regards scott 🤗

@MidlandCruiser

7 ай бұрын

Hello, unfortunately I'm not familiar with the V-star or it's monoshock setup. If you are worried that the shaft drive is affected but you'd be fine with the standard height then just buy an original second hand set from ebay, or new whichever fits the budget. Sorry but I'm not much of a help with this

Great tutorial! Just a quick question. Is it better to do it with hot or cold engine? Does it matter? Thanks!

@MidlandCruiser

2 жыл бұрын

Hello. Yes it is important. Try to do it around 20C (ambient temperature) which is the industry standard and considered as a base line. Basically next day after a ride from April to October on the Northern hemisphere will be fine... it doesn't has to be exactly 20C. Hope this helps

@AlexAnyways

2 жыл бұрын

@@MidlandCruiser Yes, totally. Thanks for the fast answer! So I'll wait since I'm just back from a 1h ride and I think I was hearing it clicking. Want to look at them but it's very hot here these days. Around 32c and feeling 40c with humidity. Not very funny to work on the bike outside anyways, so I'll wait for the weekend.

Hi, Do you perhaps know what is the torque settings on the cylinderheads for the yamaha virago xv1100 1998 model?

@MidlandCruiser

2 жыл бұрын

Hi. Not from the top of my head, sorry. There are different bolts on the heqd with different values. If you join the Virago nation Facebook group you can download in the files section everything you need, manuals, fixes, tutorials etc..

Again, an outstanding job. I'm wondering why you don't give such jobs to your twin brother? (kidding). Keep the throttle wide open and enjoy life to the fullest, mate!

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

😁Thank you..will do, hopefully this weekend the weather will be nice so I can finally go for a decent ride🤞🤞 Glad you liked the video

First time doing valves on my 750 virago. Must I drain the oil before I can take off the left side cover to rotate to TDC?

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

No you don't need to drain the oil..just remove the ring cover to get to the crankshaft bolt check it here when I do it Skip to 3.15, timestamp in the description kzread.info/dash/bejne/aaZ3kseQqqrHZNo.html 👍

@sisaketmike

3 жыл бұрын

You only have to remove the round cover, held by three screws. Then you'll see the plastic nut that you must take out as well. Do not try to turn the engine with the plastic nut, it only covers the one you need to turn the engine...clockwise.

Can i adjusting only front cylinder and ride the bike or should adjusting the tow cylinder?

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Always adjust both cylinder my friend, the only reason it's not in the video because it is impossible to record anything on the rear cylinder, the way you can actually see what I'm doing, that's why I only recorded the front, the rear is the same way just set the flywheel to the "T" mark and check the camshaft to make sure you are on TDC then do everything the same as on the front and you are good to go...hope it makes sense..

@medkomarouane3937

3 жыл бұрын

@@MidlandCruiser ok sir thank you so much

Is the clearance at BDC meant to be zero? Mag seem a silly question

@MidlandCruiser

2 жыл бұрын

I'll be honest with you, I have never checked it so I can't tell, sorry. What really matters is that it's right on TDC and then whatever it needs to be on BDC it will be.

Might be old question but how do you find tdc before adjusting

@amcgarry68

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry posted right before the end

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

It is a valid question... I show this in my camshaft removal video from 8;25 I probably should have included it in this one too... Sorry here is a link to it kzread.info/dash/bejne/aaZ3kseQqqrHZNo.html

@amcgarry68

3 жыл бұрын

No problem at all love the videos very clear on instructions!! Keep it up !!

On the 1100, do the valves tighten up, or loosen up?

@MidlandCruiser

2 жыл бұрын

That is a good question...I check every year before season and found it going ever so slightly bigger...minimal though. Could be caused by wear on the bolt🤷‍♂️ not sure. Hope this helps a little

@pgkr67

2 жыл бұрын

@@MidlandCruiser Thanks buddy. 🙂 Keep up the good work

Forget to show how to set it on top dead center

Did you have to drain the oil to do this?

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

No mate, just pop the covers off as you see it in the video and you are good to go. Few drips will come out from the exhaust valve caps but don't worry about it.

@dl2.504B

3 жыл бұрын

@@MidlandCruiser Wonderful! Thank you!

Is it the same process for 750 Virago?

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, yes the steps are the same but might be different values, for the actual clerance.. I can't remember

@jussioman

3 жыл бұрын

@@MidlandCruiser Oh Im so blind. You had the manual open at the start of the video and the values are the same. Thanks for your answer now Im confident checkin my clearance. Great channel.

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Well spotted 😁 I was focusing on the 1100 didn't even see the 750 was there too 👍

Эх с переводом бы, очень интересно

@sisaketmike

3 жыл бұрын

ฉันไม่เข้าใจคำ

How much would you charge to do this

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Morning. Only for the valves would be £55 including the 6 new Viton o-rings. If you are interested, and/or would like to do some other bits, please send me an email to midlandcruiser@gmail.com Thank you

@sisaketmike

3 жыл бұрын

@@MidlandCruiser Would you please come over and do mine? That's cheap including flight and quarantine! LOl

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

@@sisaketmike 🤣👍

how many people done like him and didnt check if they were on intake or exausth compression first lollll

@MidlandCruiser

3 жыл бұрын

Hi this video is part of a series and this one didn't include the TDC setting (I should have included) you can find it here starts from 8.25 kzread.info/dash/bejne/aaZ3kseQqqrHZNo.html Also not sure what you mean "intake or exhaust compression" I think you meant Top dead center or Bottom dead centre?

Didn't even bother going over timing marks

@MidlandCruiser

2 жыл бұрын

13:25