New Biker, service help

[Shak]

Hi everyone, Loving the bike and the everyday experience of riding one :D!

Got my self an oldie though lol

its a Yamaha 1986 fzr250 but goes well.

Looking to get it service as I am not sure when it was last serviced (as i bought it from a friend who told me he serviced it a "while" ago lol)..

I live near Sylvia park in Auckland (mt wellington)

If anyone can please let me know of a good place to get it serviced

I tried emailing haldanes twice but no reply

Redbaron told me to try Toby in West auckland but hes booked out for the next 2 weeks.

Any help / guidance would be appreciated :D!

Thanks

[SPP]

George at Motorcycle Doctors (http://www.motorcycle-doctors.co.nz/services). He's good.

[Shak]

Thanks, also just wondering how long does the servicing take and how much should i expect to pay for it roughly?

[FJRider]

Thanks, also just wondering how long does the servicing take and how much should i expect to pay for it roughly?

Ring him and ask ...

[Tigadee]

George at Motorcycle Doctors (http://www.motorcycle-doctors.co.nz/services). He's good.

Second that.

George is excellent as he not only knows motorcycles in and out, but also doesn't charge like the shops do (no offense to those here in KB who own or work in said shops) and if something doesn't need to be fixed, he'll tell you instead of looking to get some free cash off of you.

AND he'll come to you at home, at work, wherever...

[Shak]

awesome Thanks, will give him a call


Ring him and ask ...

sorry i meant in a general bike servicing sense

[FJRider]

sorry i meant in a general bike servicing sense

That would depend on what you want done. And ... what (he finds ???) your bike NEEDS done. (Not always the same thing)

[actungbaby]

That would depend on what you want done. And ... what (he finds ???) your bike NEEDS done. (Not always the same thing)

What whould people say carb balance and air filter spark plugs for vfr 750 set you back

My baby runs fine but hasint had any service history as far as i know , the previous owner said he looked after but engine oil was pretty nasty when i got it.. and must have some build up as

it got discoloured real fast after changed it aghhhh i hate that , i never used oil flush does it work

When removed clutch cover to replace the plates and springs was bit old oil build up when cleaned of

But course i dont want take whole motor apart

[ducatilover]

What whould people say carb balance and air filter spark plugs for vfr 750 set you back



At a shop, I'd say you'd be lucky to get change from 600 bucks. Some people have a bit of trouble balancing carbs on a V4 (dunno why, maybe they should put the hammers down and read what Honda says)

As for servicing the FZR
It depends how much coinage you have but,
I'd recommend to start with:
Oil/oil filter, airfilter, fuel filter, plugs on the engine. A general suspension check over, brakes and wheel/steering bearings too.
If anything is noted with susp, fresh oil and seals/bushes. Rear shock is probably a throw away one
New brake fluid and pads
New steering head and wheel bearings
Chain/sprockets if needed

Pretty much covers the simple/basic shit.
Then, valve clearance check
If the clearances are within spec, balance the carbs, if not, out with the shims and calculator, then balance the carbs, set the floats/pilot screws etc.
Do a skid, blow the clutch

Price for all that? Well, depends on your mechanic...

[denmax]

Motohaus on college hill road ( ponsonby area ) - he's pretty good. give him a call on 9692778 - he;s a bit expensive but does a very thorough job on your bike.

[Shak]

Thanks for the info guys. appreciated

[Katman]

What whould people say carb balance and air filter spark plugs for vfr 750 set you back

My baby runs fine but hasint had any service history as far as i know , the previous owner said he looked after but engine oil was pretty nasty when i got it.. and must have some build up as

it got discoloured real fast after changed it aghhhh i hate that , i never used oil flush does it work

When removed clutch cover to replace the plates and springs was bit old oil build up when cleaned of

But course i dont want take whole motor apart

Your motor has a removable sump plate.

Take it off and you will probably find a large amount of sludge sitting in it.