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Porkchop 02-09-2012 09:04 AM
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Originally Posted by pauldun170 (Post 505564)
Never heard of them before.

Just in case you don't have it...known issues and service manual



http://www.suzukimadura.no/Norway/im...nersManual.pdf
http://www.suzukimadura.no/Norway/im...viceManual.pdf
The VFR line also is known to have bad R/R problems. I'm not sure of fit or ease of connection to the Madura, but alot of the VFR community refers to the Yammie R1 R/R as the best option. They have big cooling fins that let it bleed off heat like the stock VFR unit didn't.

Dave 02-09-2012 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by No Worries (Post 505591)
I've had a running Suzuki since 1976. Except when they're not running because of an electrical problem. The R/R can be replaced with an Electrolux model. The stator only lasts 15 years. But the most problems are in the connections. To each other and to ground. But they can be cleaned and/or replaced.

As for the Madura, I could look through some old magazines for a test, but I remember some Suzuki riders calling it the Manure. Suzuki also used that V-4 engine in a touring bike called the Cavalcade. I think it got good reviews.
I've heard the nickname as well, mostly from elitist v65 owners. Everything I've read from actual owners and vintage reviews have been fairly glowing with exception to fuel range. But at 2k or less I see no downside to trying it out

G-Rex 02-09-2012 10:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Dave (Post 505596)
........elitist v65 owners.........
That just made me laugh. :lol

Dave 02-09-2012 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by G-Rex (Post 505600)
That just made me laugh. :lol
I know right? Muscle bike forum is crawling with em tho

Amber Lamps 02-10-2012 12:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Dave (Post 505603)
I know right? Muscle bike forum is crawling with em tho
Which has always surprised me considering the V-Max wiped the floor with the V65.....:lol: Oh did I mention that I used to own a V-Max?:wink:

Dave 02-10-2012 01:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Amber Lamps (Post 505664)
Which has always surprised me considering the V-Max wiped the floor with the V65.....:lol: Oh did I mention that I used to own a V-Max?:wink:
Im well aware my friend ;) they are however unsuitable on the grounds of ridiculously inflated market value and being a yamaha in general

Dave 02-10-2012 07:41 PM
Might have an interested party for the cbr (and the Nsx!) Unfortunately all the gv1200s in the area seem to have dried up :I

G-Rex 02-10-2012 10:03 PM
Wait dammit! You've got the NSX up fo' sale?

What's the price tag? Not that I need yet *another* car, but I've always had a soft spot for the NSX. You can PM me if you prefer.

Dave 02-11-2012 09:40 AM
Around 17.

Dave 02-12-2012 05:16 AM
http://altoona.craigslist.org/mcy/2846422297.html

this just showed up this morning, thoughts?


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