Aging concerns

[f6john]

A lot of Valkyries out there now 20 plus years old and whether mucho miles or low miles they all need maintenance and updates. Mine in particular has 53,000 one owner miles but hasn't been ridden since 2014 so you can imagine all the things that will need to be done to get it road worthy.




I could use any and all links and info about good vendors to source repair parts for all systems as I want to give the Valkyrie a stem to stern going over. My first ten years of ownership I rode a lot more and did all my own maintenance, read all I could about our bikes but of course with the built in reliability of Honda, I never had to go too deep. I've gotten a little rusty so to speak on my skill set so I may be calling for a lot of help.

[Jims99]

I find Partzilla to be a great place for parts. Carb rebuild I get everything from red eye. I would flush all fluids, rebuild carbs ( including all o rings between carbs) replace vacuum lines and caps.  desmog while you have it pulled apart. Rearend check and grease. If sitting to long, I would also rebuild brake cylinders (pull apart and clean) and petcock. Check gas tank for rust and if gas smells real bad change filter. For me, piece of mind, I would also do timing belts if original. Nothings to hard if you have basic mechanical skills. Post any questions and people are always glad to help. 

[CoreyP]

I find Partzilla to be a great place for parts. Carb rebuild I get everything from red eye. I would flush all fluids, rebuild carbs ( including all o rings between carbs) replace vacuum lines and caps.  desmog while you have it pulled apart. Rearend check and grease. If sitting to long, I would also rebuild brake cylinders (pull apart and clean) and petcock. Check gas tank for rust and if gas smells real bad change filter. For me, piece of mind, I would also do timing belts if original. Nothings to hard if you have basic mechanical skills. Post any questions and people are always glad to help. 

Adjust the valves while you are at it.

[f6john]

I find Partzilla to be a great place for parts. Carb rebuild I get everything from red eye. I would flush all fluids, rebuild carbs ( including all o rings between carbs) replace vacuum lines and caps.  desmog while you have it pulled apart. Rearend check and grease. If sitting to long, I would also rebuild brake cylinders (pull apart and clean) and petcock. Check gas tank for rust and if gas smells real bad change filter. For me, piece of mind, I would also do timing belts if original. Nothings to hard if you have basic mechanical skills. Post any questions and people are always glad to help. 

I did the de smog long ago, but everything else you noted will be on the list. I rebuilt my brake cylinders once and not too many miles since so I hope a fluid flush will be sufficient. Thanks for the source suggestions.

Adjust the valves while you are at it.

I adjusted the valves years ago and found them to be spot on but at the time a used some modified clearance specs that LaMonster was using at the time. I'm sure another check would be in order!

[9Ball]

A lot of Valkyries out there now 20 plus years old and whether mucho miles or low miles they all need maintenance and updates. Mine in particular has 53,000 one owner miles but hasn't been ridden since 2014 so you can imagine all the things that will need to be done to get it road worthy.




I could use any and all links and info about good vendors to source repair parts for all systems as I want to give the Valkyrie a stem to stern going over. My first ten years of ownership I rode a lot more and did all my own maintenance, read all I could about our bikes but of course with the built in reliability of Honda, I never had to go too deep. I've gotten a little rusty so to speak on my skill set so I may be calling for a lot of help.

I did what you are talking about two summers ago.  The bike was up on a lift for almost 8 years while recuperating from back surgery.  Kept up with fresh gas and stabilizer every fall and fresh brake/clutch fluid changes every two years.  My tank was kept pristine but the carbs were clogged.  I went through everything with all new lines and seals.  Spent about $2000 all told (maybe a bit more) but I've owned the bike since new and plan to keep it until I'm gone.

Feel free to pm if you need any input.

[f6john]

Thanks, that would be a big help too.

[Bighead]

You should be riding with hin two days of first laying of hands on her.