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Thanks Bud, but I feel the Vmax is cursed for me and I really just want to stay away from them from now on. It sure was a great bike though with a lot of good memories. I'm happy with my Voyager and eventually when my arms and shoulders heal, I'll be back to riding it. Thanks for the comments and a very Happy Holidays to you!

You're right, you should "always" strap the bike down, I just didn't do it for this video. Also, make sure the weight is centered on the jack.

@@tanktankerson1042 I was looking for a video that shows the best way to strap it down. I found none showing this. Over the foot pegs or over the seat?

@@ijabbs143 I have used the straps in the past and all I can legally recommend is for you to just find the best way you can come up with to get the job done. Location varies by type, size, and strap clearances per bike. I guess that's why there are no videos that I know of that "tell you" how or where to strap the bike down. You can try looking up a manufacturer that makes a similar jack for help on this but due to liabilities they may not respond or be very helpful.

Thanks Gary, I put a lot of time and effort into it with hopes of being able to help my fellow Voyager riders out there considering adding rear speakers.

The bike was "totaled" by the Insurance Company which means they took possession of it and it went to auction. Sorry, I wish I could have helped.

@@tanktankerson1042 Thank you, can you tell me the rear saddle bags and seat? where can I buy it.

@@HaiBui-x5q The seat was from "Corbin", expensive but pretty nice. The bags were from a Company called Fat Max" but they have gone out of business. It was a small Company, the guy actually worked out of his house. Sorry I couldn't have been more help.

Your welcome Nelson, TH-cam has always helped me in the past so it's the least I could do, Thank you for your comments!

you're more than welcome! 🙂

You're welcome!

It is in the description

@@houstonshooter Thanks Houston, took the words right out of my mouth.

Thanks for the comment Glen. Because I get so many requests for the hinge, I have added the link in the video description for you to click on. This mod was one of the best I have done for my towing set up.

I have an actual video on it showing what I did but for now, here's a link to the hinge. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BHK7V86/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

Bracket install video: th-cam.com/video/huHIszEkQxY/w-d-xo.html

Thanks.

First, I am NOT a mechanic but it sounds like you could start with a complete drain and flush with the radiator coolant. I would use a fluid called "Engine Ice" since it is pretty much the best coolant out there for motorcycles and is what I will use when I drain and fill my radiator in the future. Another big one, replace your thermostat, if it is stuck in the closed position, it can cause what you are telling me. My Vmax had a similar issue and after a drain and flush plus a new thermostat, everything was back to normal. That's where I would start. I went with an Ivan tune on my Voyager, he programs the radiator cooling fan to come on earlier which helps keep the beast cool. I hope this helps.

Not sure without seeing it but I did have one in the past get stuck so I ended up soaking it with PB Blaster for a couple days, drilling it out, and using a screw extractor. These can be a nightmare so I always used anti-seize after that. I hope you get it worked out.

That's awesome! I'll definitely look into that bottle when my bottle jack quits on me. Nice to know these are easily rebuilt and I personally feel they are a lot better built than the ones you can buy today. I bought mine back in around 2004.

Best motorcycle purchase I ever made!

I ran it up to temp a few times, let it cool, then burped out any trapped air. Shortly after this, I drained and changed out the cooling.

I put my exhaust on first, I liked the sound but the popping was pretty bad. After the Ivan tune I was able to enjoy the sound without the popping. As far as actual sound goes, it is exactly the same. Of course, I did only use slip-ons this time around but I am happy with it overall..

True, and that's a great idea! I no longer have the bike or I'd try to figure out how to accomplish that. Thanks for the great comment, if you do extend yours, let me know.

@@tanktankerson1042 Well i am trying many modifications but my bike being a carbureted one and having a cdi limits the possibility of the Idea of working the modification. And mine is a Royal Enfield 350 so one small engine and the airbox is away from the engine 😂 but still i crave for modifications

Well, I know my power lifting days are over now but I have high hopes on a full recovery in the near future. Everyday, things get a little better and I am slowly regaining the use of my arms. It's the reason I haven't posted much lately but aside from the recovering nerve pain, I just won't give up. I'm not ready to throw in the towel.

Great to hear! I use the Kawasaki synthetic oil right now but may look into amsoil in the future. Sounds like you've been having some fun 🙂

No, I live down here in Florida and they are not needed.

Thanks, glad it was something that you could use.

Thanks for the heads up, I'll use the new torque values the next time I replace the fluid and install an aftermarket, oversized, aluminum finned transmission oil pan since I tow with my FJ.

Thanks Kevin.

You are more than welcome! I just try to help out our fellow FJ drivers.

I had looked online for torque values and used those. Thank goodness for the internet. Plus, I can't remember if the torque values were in the owners manual under the maintenance section or not. The overflow bolt is an allen wrench type and it is made of extremely soft metal and easy to strip out so since this video. I looked online and have purchased some of the same so I can swap it out the next time I change the fluid.

@@tanktankerson1042 I see that you also have a Haley. I have the original owner"s manual and the only information it has regarding the automatic transmission is the amount of fluid to do a "drain and refill", according to my owner's manual it is 3.2 qts. My owner's manual also has a number to call if anyone wanted a repair manual, I called and they no longer sell them. I was given another number from a company named Helms Inc. they sell 3 service manuals for about $40 a book but from a previous research I did the complete service manual is about 8 books.

@@franciscoespina23 I had a VTX1300 and a Vmax motorcycle but they are long since gone. I had found Repair manuals online for the FJ Cruiser, that's what I was able to use for this. www.purefjcruiser.com/docs/2007%20Toyota%20FJ%20Cruiser%20Repair%20Manual/#12 I was able to find this link for you, you'll have to spend some time digging through it but it should have everything you are looking for.

Awesome! I absolutely love this bike and it's a forever keeper.

All the parts are listed in the description

That was so long ago, I don't remember, sorry about that. But when I Googled the code, it was a fuel code and since everything else checked out ok, I knew it was something as simple as the gas cap. Now, that is just what "I" ran into, it doesn't mean it may be the same problem you may have.

No worries Dave, glad I was able to help.

Awesome and good to know, thanks. I may go that way in the future.

I always put the equipment used in the video description with "links" to make things easier. That way, you can find the items to purchase or even look at the specs. Thanks for the comments! 👍

I always put the links in the description. There you can pull up where to purchase them and I believe it gives you the information you are looking for. This is one of the best mods I have done since the "filter" inside the drain pan is only a screen for "chunky" stuff. Thanks for the comments.

I used the same for the transmission.

They didn't make it easy working on parts of the Vmax, I hear your frustration.

Mine was the 07, I found those grips back in 2008 and they went along with the flame paint job from the factory.

Thank you, that means a lot!

Yes, I had my bike on the kickstand while adjusting the pressure in the springs. Not sure why the manual would say to jack it up but I had no problems the way I did it. The ride improved dramatically after the adjustment. Of course, you can adjust your pressure as you see fit. Thanks for the comments.

Thanks for the quick reply... and for taking the time to provide all of the info and insights re the Voyager 1700

They are awesome, no extra tape. I just made sure to clean, with 91% alcohol, the surfaces on my mirrors the tape was going to stick to.

@@tanktankerson1042 thank you for your video and reply 🙏🏼

Glad to hear it helped a bit, I've purchased a bunch of these rubber nutserts from Amazon since this video in case I ever need them in the future.

I know, and I kept the bike in new condition too but the Insurance Company took possession of the bike and gave me quite a bit for it. Would have been great to part it out but it was out of my hands. Thanks for the comments.

You'll love it Neil.

You should be able to ascertain why he spoke about the battery cover. Rewatch the video if need be