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Vara 125 standard cylinder...
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Tried sintered brake pads?...
by S Barker
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XL1000V only runs on one cylinder...
by Jackiie
[ 15/05/25 - 08:33:27] -
XL125V 170cc kit from Unlimited...
by CraddyMcPatty
[ 12/05/25 - 09:02:36] -
Bike won't rev past 2000 rpm!...
by Littleyellowenterprise
[ 05/05/25 - 10:40:04] -
What is this hole in airbox...
by S Barker
[ 25/04/25 - 11:19:18] -
Lines at rear of tank
by baikunewzealand
[ 25/04/25 - 01:26:22] -
XL125V2 Speedometer bouncing...
by CraddyMcPatty
[ 07/04/25 - 11:43:26] -
Varadero 125 Headlights
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can a varadero 125 run komy...
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Mechanical / Re: Vara 125 standard cylinder...
Last post by A.slatevara - 20/05/25 - 09:42:28Great thanks !
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Mechanical / Re: Vara 125 standard cylinder...
Last post by S Barker - 19/05/25 - 22:39:53This is from the 2006 V7 Honda manual.
#3
Mechanical / Vara 125 standard cylinder dia...
Last post by A.slatevara - 19/05/25 - 20:36:13Hi I'm trying to find out whether my cylinder has been rebored or not , has anyone got the standard cylinder diameter that it comes with ? Thanks
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125 Open Forum / Re: Tried sintered brake pads?
Last post by S Barker - 15/05/25 - 11:49:23Quote from: Leo on 14/05/25 - 23:26:44What do you think is the difference between EBC brake pads from ebay and EBC brake pads from any store?
The problem is being certain that they are EBC pads !
#5
General / XL1000V only runs on one cylin...
Last post by Jackiie - 15/05/25 - 08:33:27Hi!
Last week I attached a loose bolt for the left crash bar, which meant taking off the cowls on the left side.
I also changed both relays for the turn signal.
This morning, it seems like it only runs on one cylinder - not much power, and a little bit of weird vibration. Are there anything I may have disconnected that is not easy to think of, or should I just check spark plug connections, and probably spark plugs themselves?
It is still slow to start the turn signal in coldish weather (13 degrees celcius) - I've tried cleaning the turn signal housing a bit, and changed both relays. What is my next step?
Battery is new, fresh, and 13.6 volts.
EDIT: 2001 Varadero, so carburetors.
//Jackiie
Last week I attached a loose bolt for the left crash bar, which meant taking off the cowls on the left side.
I also changed both relays for the turn signal.
This morning, it seems like it only runs on one cylinder - not much power, and a little bit of weird vibration. Are there anything I may have disconnected that is not easy to think of, or should I just check spark plug connections, and probably spark plugs themselves?
It is still slow to start the turn signal in coldish weather (13 degrees celcius) - I've tried cleaning the turn signal housing a bit, and changed both relays. What is my next step?
Battery is new, fresh, and 13.6 volts.
EDIT: 2001 Varadero, so carburetors.
//Jackiie
#6
125 Open Forum / Re: Tried sintered brake pads?
Last post by Leo - 14/05/25 - 23:26:44What do you think is the difference between EBC brake pads from ebay and EBC brake pads from any store?
I NEVER use disks and pads from the same manufacturer on my cars, I usually rund MTec rotors and EBC Bluestuff pads, though EBC RP-X was a MASSIVE upgrade on my Fiesta ST180.
I NEVER use disks and pads from the same manufacturer on my cars, I usually rund MTec rotors and EBC Bluestuff pads, though EBC RP-X was a MASSIVE upgrade on my Fiesta ST180.
#7
125 Open Forum / Re: Tried sintered brake pads?
Last post by S Barker - 14/05/25 - 18:05:13My experience (on bikes other than the XL125) is that sintered pads don't make a lot of difference in dry conditions.
It's good practice to always fit disks and pads from the same manufacturer.
Buying brake parts on Ebay is not a good idea.
It's good practice to always fit disks and pads from the same manufacturer.
Buying brake parts on Ebay is not a good idea.
#8
125 Open Forum / Tried sintered brake pads?
Last post by Leo - 14/05/25 - 17:31:47Have anyone here tried EBC (or any other) sintered brake pads on the Varadero 125?
I think the front brake on the Varadero 125 is a bit weak and sluggis so I'm wondering if a set of EBC sintered pads would be a notisable upgrade.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/277101512439
I think the front brake on the Varadero 125 is a bit weak and sluggis so I'm wondering if a set of EBC sintered pads would be a notisable upgrade.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/277101512439
#9
General / Re: XL125V 170cc kit from Unli...
Last post by CraddyMcPatty - 12/05/25 - 09:02:36Quote from: Steve on 09/05/25 - 13:00:13Hi,
I have just fitted a 170 kit with the stage 3 cams to my 2009 varadero and it has made a huge difference!!
The major difference is the torque at low and mid, it no longer notices the hills and just flies up them in 5th gear.
Top speed has increased by 6 mph but it now rides like a bigger bike up any hill and loves the straights.
I would recommend the kit, it should come with a 15 tooth front sprocket too.
I fitted a Black widow front exhaust and a Delkavic rear, it sounds great now.
Just about to fit a set of Lamber deleting sensors to so I'll let you know if they make any difference.
If you get the full kit don't forget to install the resistor to the sensor in the air box. It comes with instructions.
Absolutely awesome to hear. I have a 2002 model so no sensors for me
I didn't know they come with sprockets, so that's good to know. I don't think you have to get a new chain for it, right?
My engine is going strong at 89k km, but some noises I'm not completely used to are indeed coming from it, but the suspicion is that the timing chain is still original, but if the engine goes I'm definitely getting the cc kit if you recommend it. Thank you very much!
Oh, and what kind of Delkevic rear do you have? From what I'm aware of, there are no special-tailored delkevic rears for the XL125V, so was curious for which model do you have? I know the link pipe is 51.5mm, so most slip-ons fit well, but regarding the size and shape I am curious if it fits
#10
General / Re: XL125V 170cc kit from Unli...
Last post by Steve - 09/05/25 - 13:00:13Hi,
I have just fitted a 170 kit with the stage 3 cams to my 2009 varadero and it has made a huge difference!!
The major difference is the torque at low and mid, it no longer notices the hills and just flies up them in 5th gear.
Top speed has increased by 6 mph but it now rides like a bigger bike up any hill and loves the straights.
I would recommend the kit, it should come with a 15 tooth front sprocket too.
I fitted a Black widow front exhaust and a Delkavic rear, it sounds great now.
Just about to fit a set of Lamber deleting sensors to so I'll let you know if they make any difference.
If you get the full kit don't forget to install the resistor to the sensor in the air box. It comes with instructions.
I have just fitted a 170 kit with the stage 3 cams to my 2009 varadero and it has made a huge difference!!
The major difference is the torque at low and mid, it no longer notices the hills and just flies up them in 5th gear.
Top speed has increased by 6 mph but it now rides like a bigger bike up any hill and loves the straights.
I would recommend the kit, it should come with a 15 tooth front sprocket too.
I fitted a Black widow front exhaust and a Delkavic rear, it sounds great now.
Just about to fit a set of Lamber deleting sensors to so I'll let you know if they make any difference.
If you get the full kit don't forget to install the resistor to the sensor in the air box. It comes with instructions.