hi guys< I have a 1000 vara, 1999, its suddenly started back fire #sos#ing, Ive had it serviced, plugs, oil, air/oil filters, had the valve clearances checked, they ok, it went ok for about 30 miles then its started again, a flame about a foot long from the o/s pipe, has anyone had any similar problems? any ideas what will sort it? cheers.
On my old 99 model, it used to back fire, but not as bad as yours sounds, I ended up living with it.
After being in for a service it was fine for a few lmiles then always started again.
Replace your exhaust gaskets,Its been the bain of my Vara.
Owen
Gaskets :good:
Replace them, 3 I think, and your problem should be solved.
Exhaust gasket failure is a common problem (though Honda claims it isn't). Read this:
http://users.bart.nl/~stikfort/new_international_site/warranty_exhaustgasket.html
Quote from: Dee Duble Yuh on 21/05/08 - 20:48:05
Exhaust gasket failure is a common problem (though Honda claims it isn't). Read this:
http://users.bart.nl/~stikfort/new_international_site/warranty_exhaustgasket.html
The VW clamps are Ok but they don't give 100% grip around the pipe.
These ones do http://www.honda-varadero-uk.org/forum/index.php?topic=4989.0
SB
B&Q do a good range too, mine have lasted over a year and look like they will last another 2 years. About the same as the OE stuff.
Thanks everyone for your advice, got the bike back with the mechanic at the mo, Ill pass on your comments and get him to check the gaskets and clamps, this ones had us scratching our heads <worship