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2025 International Rally Reveal
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Seeing as I am familiar with most of the beautiful State of Minnesota, I thought I'd post some insights for the Rally attendess to consider as they...
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Tue Sep 03, 2024 6:59 pm
2024 AVA Blairsville GA, Closing Slide Show
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Hi guys looks like a great time was had by all ,some great photos ,makes me feel like I was there .
Look at what I can do about next year ,
Bye from...
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Wed Jun 26, 2024 12:29 pm
radio dont turn on
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jek7galo »
Sun Apr 12, 2015 3:18 pm
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Hello friends,
Once again, I comming ask for help.
The radio of my bike dont turn on after I pass a hole, but the clock is on.
I veryfi the...
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Holla amigos,
Was not the fuses and i dont know that was, but I took the opportunity to change the chain of the cassette and the radio comeback...
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Last post by suzib6sw
Tue Apr 21, 2015 3:22 pm
Fork Tube diameter question '93 Voyager
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HawkeSHR »
Mon Apr 13, 2015 4:20 pm
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For my '93; I cannot find the fork diameter in any of the forums Tech Tips or the service manual. I'm trying to figure it our so I can purchase the...
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Or you can be inventive and buy an 1 1/2 PVC coupling, remove the butt ring on the inside of the coupling and you have a perfect fit bushing/seal...
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Last post by Lance McCaw
Thu Apr 16, 2015 8:38 pm
Missing pan cover bolt
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Littlebeaver »
Fri Apr 10, 2015 3:43 am
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When I was changing the oil I noticed that a bolt was missing, apparently it was a oil pan cover bolt, a 6mm stainless steel bolt.. Thank goodness...
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LB, start a channel on YT and post your videos on there then just put links here. There are (amazingly) people who own Voyager XII's that don't visit...
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Last post by Scott-(Altoona, PA)
Fri Apr 10, 2015 9:06 pm
First Oil Change
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by Godlover » Tue Mar 15, 2011 2:17 am
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Okay - I just finished my first oil change and did it by the book. I was reading through some past forums on oil changes and someone mentioned the...
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Ken, if you get a chance to explore it don't blink - there isn't too much to it! I haven't come across any of the mini-WalMarts yet but I'm sure in...
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Last post by kjsett
Thu Apr 09, 2015 10:57 pm
Kawasaki Voyager ZG1200 '94 Having issues shifting gears
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Sasha Al »
Sat Apr 04, 2015 12:21 am
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Today I developed an oil leak on the left side of the engine. I started the bike, put it on the stand, and shifted to the first gear. I ran the bike...
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Prayers sent to all the families. I hope your Mom inproves quickly. Thank you. Lots of prayers have come our way. She seems to be improving today,...
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Last post by Mr Jensee
Tue Apr 07, 2015 3:52 pm
Cheat-sheets for common tasks...
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SgtSlag »
Sun Mar 15, 2015 1:43 pm
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This may be blatantly obvious, but I thought I'd share, just in case anyone is like me -- forgetful. :bat:
I need to change the oil on my XII, so I...
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Thanks a-million guys.
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Last post by Sci_
Sun Apr 05, 2015 8:49 pm
Bike is hard to start when cold
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6ft1_grand »
Thu Apr 02, 2015 11:50 pm
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The longer my bike sits the harder it is start. The logical fix would be to ride it more often and never let it sit. However, here in the Pacific...
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Awesome!!!!
:woohoo:
I put the switch in and it works great and well as giving me an extra security feature.
Thanks so much for your help!!!...
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Last post by 6ft1_grand
Sun Apr 05, 2015 1:41 am
headlight
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JosephToulouse »
Wed Mar 25, 2015 11:03 pm
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Hello fellow Riders!
first of all;appreciate all the feed back to My many questions.........
But..........I got some more!!!
1). Can you change out...
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The original bulb was an H4 12 V 60/55 W (quartz-halogen) and that is what I replaced it with.
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Last post by Mr Jensee
Wed Apr 01, 2015 9:35 pm
Tire Valve accessory
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chicagorandy »
Thu Mar 19, 2015 12:41 pm
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Those of us with the straight steel air valves know what a 'joy' it is check air pressure / add air in our tires.
It is no 'new' tech tip but I...
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Yes Ghostler, they would work well. I should have thought of that. After more than 40 years with all kinds of trailers and RV's, I have a bunch of...
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Last post by Skibou
Mon Mar 30, 2015 5:30 pm
pics - antifreeze leak from O-Rings
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by Mike W » Sat Mar 29, 2008 4:39 pm
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Here are a couple of shots I took while fixing my antifreeze leak.
Many of you have a couple of drips of the green stuff when it gets cold out. Here...
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Thought I would hijack this thread as it already has pictures.
I replaced the O'rings after they started to leak last Thanksgiving (2014). This week...
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Last post by cushman eagle
Fri Mar 27, 2015 11:39 pm
Fork air equalizer seals
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bubbak »
Tue Mar 17, 2015 3:27 pm
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I am rebuilding a set of forks on a 2001 and found all balls seal kit but having no luck finding the seals for the fork air equalizer. What are you...
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here is the cheapest place I found Progressive springs
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Last post by chevyman1
Mon Mar 23, 2015 10:38 am
water tempature sensor replacement
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6ft1_grand »
Mon Mar 16, 2015 2:15 am
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So I have a bad water sensor (the one for the gauge, not the fan) and I'm wondering what is the easiest way to get it out so I can replace it. I was...
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Had to take the whole thermostat housing out. Yup, that was fun. But, it is out now and I'm just waiting for parts to arrive.
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Last post by 6ft1_grand
Wed Mar 18, 2015 12:36 am
Starter Runs With No Key In Ignition
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bamboozer »
Fri Mar 13, 2015 7:17 pm
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Bike left me stranded yesterday, starter barely turned it over. This has been going on awhile but it always started. Bought a new battery today, it...
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New battery and no problems, starts instantly. Perhaps I should check the relay anyway.
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Last post by bamboozer
Sun Mar 15, 2015 4:20 pm
Oil Leak
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bubbak »
Fri Mar 13, 2015 10:51 pm
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Hi, new to the board. I am working on my brothers 2001 Voyager and he a a oil leak we cant find. It is on the left side of the engine. 1St was...
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Carl was the first person to respond to your question. At the bottom of his response there are three buttons, Profile, PM & Email
Just click on...
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Last post by Scott-(Altoona, PA)
Sat Mar 14, 2015 1:40 pm
Carburator without gasoline
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jek7galo »
Tue Mar 03, 2015 1:39 pm
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Hello friends, My bike will not start , why not rise gasoline in the carburator, I checked the fuel pump and she's ok, opening and closing normally....
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I am having the same problem with some carb's on a Voyager I am putting together.
The gas is just running out the drain holes on the bottom of the...
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Last post by chevyman1
Thu Mar 12, 2015 4:37 pm
Plug wires and coils
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6ft1_grand »
Sat Feb 21, 2015 2:40 pm
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I was changing the sparks plugs and I pulled the plug wire out of the cap on #3. I looked at the end of the cap and it appears as though it was...
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..... It is not real hard to change caps & wires. Just hard to get to the coils. Let us know what you find Good luck..
6ft,
Don't be discouraged if...
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Last post by richardb, austin
Tue Mar 03, 2015 3:38 pm
Correct position of fork oil seal
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ghazali »
Fri Feb 13, 2015 9:48 pm
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Which one is correct way to assemble the fork oil seal...the lip with spring facing downward or upward.
Thanks in advance.
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The lip with the spring should face the oil . :thmup: :cold:
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Last post by cushman eagle
Sun Feb 15, 2015 1:41 am
Cover broken
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jek7galo »
Tue Jan 20, 2015 7:56 pm
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Folks, I believe this is problem for all of us and in Brazil is not easy to find Voyager's parts, I needed to make a Voyagertherapy with the cover...
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Well done - & well documented.
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Last post by richardb, austin
Fri Feb 13, 2015 4:34 am
Left front speaker audio went out
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HawkeSHR »
Mon Dec 22, 2014 10:14 pm
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Any troubleshooting tips that will help me solve why the left front speaker just wen out on me would be appreciated.
Turned on the radio and volume...
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Quick follow up on this issue:
The speaker going out ended up being cold solder joints in the amp. When I had the radio in for refurb and upgrade...
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Last post by HawkeSHR
Thu Feb 12, 2015 5:24 pm
1986 Voyager XII plug wires
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smfick755 »
Sun Feb 01, 2015 4:46 am
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I need to replace the plug wires on my 86 Voyager 1200 XII. Question I have is can you replace just the wires and boots without changing the coil...
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If he is a member of the AVA, and is logged in , he should be able to see it..
If he is just a member of the Site, he wont be able to see the pic.....
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Last post by suzib6sw
Tue Feb 10, 2015 9:19 pm
Wiring for a trailer
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usmalenurse »
Sat Feb 07, 2015 9:58 pm
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Okay....I bit the bullet and bought a trailer to pull behind the bike just in case I get to go to the Rally in Colorado this year. Going to get the...
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Already got the wires spliced in so I'm good to go right now but thanks. Got the fuse box hooked up and all is well right now. Just got to get the...
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Last post by usmalenurse
Sat Apr 18, 2015 6:37 pm
Corbin Seat
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Relics »
Fri Feb 06, 2015 6:49 pm
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Anyone on here use a Corbin seat? What are the plusses and minuses? Any information helpful. Thanks.
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Yes 1200 Corbin seat.
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Last post by Relics
Sat Feb 07, 2015 7:33 pm
Spencer Seat Mod Users ??
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Ohio Mike »
Wed Jan 28, 2015 5:22 pm
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About to pull the trigger on the Spencer Seat Mods but thought I would check here first and see how many of you have tried it and whether or not you...
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Sorry to take so long to get back. I'm a tax preparer in the winter and the last three weeks are our busiest of the season. Long days!
Here's a...
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Last post by debron
Fri Feb 06, 2015 5:44 pm
Upgrade Speakers
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jek7galo »
Wed Jan 07, 2015 5:34 pm
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Good afternoon, friends. (Time zone - 03:00)
I want make upgrade in the speakers from my bike, somebody can say some model water resistant what i...
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I put the same speakers in last week. They sound great to me. Taking the bike apart allows me to clean and check things so its ready for summer.
Did...
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Last post by kjsett
Thu Feb 05, 2015 1:29 am
Tip for plastic repair with a soldering iron
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Pbpd183 »
Mon Feb 02, 2015 8:14 pm
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Here is a video showing how to repair plastic with a soldering iron
I practiced on a trash can lid and litter box before trying. IT WORKS GREAT...
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I just used scrap plastic from an old power port cover. Black zipties can be used also. On the repair in the photo, I didn't use any filler.
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Wed Feb 04, 2015 1:24 am
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