Recent content by kenbar

You may want to try a few tests to see what happens. The problem may have been addressed on later models. Although it won't hurt to let the light come back on before trying.

Attak Coolant Heater; Found a fix All, I think I finally resolved the coolant heater problem on the Attak's. As was mentioned several times on the forum, the fuel injected sleds do not start very well when plugged in as the coolant sensor thinks the engine is warm and sends the wrong fuel...

07 Attak, original battery. Anyone figure out a trick to fire the sled up on first try in cold weather? I always got mine going however when it is really cold (-20C or lower) it sputters and dies and I need to give it 3 or 4 starts before it finally runs. In this temperature, I am afraid the...

2007 Attak, 4000 miles. Anyone with tips on how to brace/beef up the headlight bracket to prevent flexing when travelling. The piece that has the tabs is very flimsy and I think a mod to this would help. My side pieces by the bolts have cracked twice (now has aluminum reinforcement) and the...

2007 Attak with 4500 miles. Many starts in -20C weather so I am getting a bit paranoid about the battery for the upcoming season, although it hasn't failed me yet! Is there an upgrade to the stock Yuasa battery? A battery with more cranking amps that will still fit?

2007 Attak. I noticed Yamaha is selling a heated grip kit (SMA-10TGP-HK-00) as an accessory. Anyone try this? Wonder if it is better than the mediocre stock grip heaters. Kenbar

Battery is good however make sure you place an in line fuse in case the cable or connector shorts! If not, you run the risk of shorting the battery. I have mine wired into the taillight and the connector mounted on the handlebar..

07 Attak, 4000 miles. Planning to replace the clutch side jackshaft bearing this year. Anyone with the Yamaha part number for this bearing? I was wondering about the chaincase bearings. They should be good as they run in oil however does anyone have any reports on these failing or do I...

Anyone using the 2 up seat jack brand on the Attak/Apex? I have a 2007 Attak with optional tow rear bumper. Wondering if the installation is easy and if this is a quality product. Kenbar

07 Attak. Just replaced the back wheels. When I put the axle and everything back, the tensioner nut is now moved over making it hard to get at for adjustment. Did I install it wrong? I can still get it and is no big deal however it is defintiely differeent than before..

Thanks Kevin, I thought so. Did you change the top idler bearings as well? If so, how did you get the bearings off the shaft. I tried everything and didn't want to damage the shaft..

I installed the accessory wheels with the replaceable bearings on my 07 Attak today. Does the fat part of the wheel go in or out? (does the removable clip face in or out) It can mount either way and it doesn't look like it matters however best to put it on the right way...

Where exactly is the hidden starter relay so I will know where to point the dryer!

Anyone with a trick to get the top idler bearings off the shaft. I tried before however unsuccessful so I just used a needle fitting, greased the bearings, and put the shaft back. They are now getting very rough and there seems to be no way of getting them off without great force, which could...

07 Attak. I keep reading here that the 06 handlebars on the 07's greatly improve the heat from the warmers. What is so different on the 06 bars that would help this? Are they insulated? Was about to buy a set but I cannot see what the difference is and why this would give great improvements.