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I just picked up my VTX1300 and need to take it somewhere to have someone give it a once-over, oil change, plug change, Choke adjustment, carb (A/F tune) and just generally make sure its tip-top.

Looking for a shop in the Portland / Vancouver area... and prefer to not go to Pro Caliber as every single time I have ever been there, its been a bad experience (buying bikes, buying parts, buying clothes/helmets, having service done - all ended badly)

I have heard of "Cycle Tune" and "Moto Factory" but dont know anyone that has actually had work done there...

Thanks for the info/help

-Ryan

 

[Mondorah]

Hello, New Dude!

Do the work yourself and bank all the money you'll save! Those are all relatively easy jobs. A lot of great information here on just what to do. A bunch of great mechanics at your fingertips too. You might even find someone in your area willing to help you.

Whatever you choose, welcome to the Cafe.

Ray

 

[jimbo2]

This 2 from sweet Washington that need Carb work, tech session?

Sent from my LG-E739

 

[vannutz]

+1 on doing it yourself.You save money and it feels good knowing your bike that much better.There are lots of good writeups on tuning up your bike.Never be afraid to ask.Most of us here try to stay away from the "stealers" at all costs.

Oh yeah WELCOME to the Cafe from Georgia

 

[pman71]

Charlie D. lives really close (he could and most likely does build this bike in his sleep), within an hour and a half. I live within and hour and a half the other direction and here is a manual for you. We can help with motivation, helpful ideas and I am willing to show up just to get you motivated or give an extra hand. I am not a 1300 guy, I own an 1800 and I am new to working on it too but, you can do this. I have a bike and I love to ride so whats up? Here is a copy and paste from Big-X's sticky.

Here is the service manual for the VTX 1300S. This file is 300MB so if you are on dialup forget it.

03 VTX 1300 R\S Service manual

OR.....................

http://www.mdxiles.com/VTX1300_Service_03_04.pdf

or......

Originally Posted by fixitchris
like I promised, here is FTP#2

IP: 204.200.222.114
User: vtx
Pass: vtx1300
Port: 21

This one is speedier than the 1st one.

enjoy!



If anyone is wanting to download this is a simple way. Do this, download Smart FTP from here: http://www.download.com/SmartFTP-Cli...=uo&tag=button

Install it and enter the above information in the area at the top and then click the green arrow....then you will see all the files. It's really simple.

 

[pman71]

Not all VTX's are known for being VTX's. They are 1300 R, S, T, N ect. Although they are all beautiful motorcycle and look close in appearance, the extra letter on the rear of the designator could/may depict rim's, body package (who knows what else), special upgrades. You will learn a lot of cool things just watching these guy talking back and forth. Most everyone tries to be helpful. If I can help, feel free to ask. I am waiting for my next job to start up and going a little stir crazy so, let me know if you need a extra hand.

 

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Thanks Guys!

I am trying to come up to speed on these bikes as fast as I can. This winter will be an excellent time to really get into the nuts and bolts of things while I watch the rain...