Thinking about purchasing a 1996 Yamaha Virago 535?
Problems to be aware of?
2007-06-20 11:51:39 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
I had a 1987 Virago 535. It had two problems. The Regulator/Rectifier kept burning out until I replaced it with one from a Honda. The oil filter cover always leaked. Aside from that it was great! A lot of fun.
2007-06-20 17:06:51 · answer #1 · answered by Doug S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not in servicing.. you will not have a problem there (unless you want exclusively the dealer to look at it).
The only issue I could point out about Viragos is the starter motor. I had mine rebuilt three times and even got a new one... It starts slipping in about 6 months. (My bike was a daily driver thus)
Other than that... it is a nice bike!!!!!
Happy Riding!
2007-06-20 19:05:18 · answer #2 · answered by Freddie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Our local Yamaha dealer won't even work on a bike that's over five years old. Check with yours. Lots of times its better to find a reliable independent shop for work on older machines because the new techs at the dealerships are only trained to work on new models.
2007-06-21 00:46:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It shouldn't be a problem unless your talking about major engine repair.
Call the shops in your area and ask if they will work on it.
Some shops won't even let a bike over 10 years old in the door.
Independent shops will work on anything.
That's why you should call around.
2007-06-20 18:59:21 · answer #4 · answered by guardrailjim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋