5 MUST HAVE UPGRADES / MODS FOR THE YAMAHA BOLT

[@noelwhyte9834]

Would it be difficult to add forward control to the bolt. I'm 6'1" and I heard mint control will be uncomfortable.

[@dunderaa]

I’m 6’ exactly and they are comfortable for me. Forward controls exist from “low and mean” I believe. But honestly I would just take that money and do highway pegs. That way you can stretch but your not always reaching

[@zauberer66]

SS custom has forward controls as well and not as expensive as low & mean. Compare the two and see for your self.

[@noelwhyte9834]

@@zauberer66 ok thnx I'll check it out

[@noelwhyte9834]

Thnx for the advice 👍🏾

[@zauberer66]

@@noelwhyte9834 hay good luck man, I’m still riding mine and of all the bikes I’ve own this has been my favorite. FYI I’m 6’7” 360lbs some people thinks it’s funny but this bike can carry my fat ass 90mph up a hill. After the the forward control mod I’d still look into highway pegs, I run both but for Obvious reasons. If you have any question feel free to reach out.

[@rachelbrown8556]

What brand of steering bearing would be the best choice for the bolt? (mine is a 2015 r spec)

[@dunderaa]

Allball pin bearing

[@1ronsario]

Your a good man, i was lol on the bazooka and the bread😂

[@Tardy_Productions]

people always tell me that no one cares about those details in the videos. this is exactly why I take the time to do them hahaha thank you dude!

[@jameshenderson9830]

I've never had the death wobble on mine. But, I did have the tires changed to some high end Metzelers. Love the content and I pretty much agree with everything you said. However, I changed out my exhaust with a Cobra slip on and intake. Had to get an ECU to map the fuel. Other than that, love the bolt. If I can figure out how to get a sixth gear on it I will recommend that too.

[@Tardy_Productions]

A 6th gear would be amazing for the Highway for sure!

[@hypotheskeptic]

Yes. That would be my number one mod wish. A 6th gear. And I don't even drive at high speeds.

[@arlineberly2647]

Mine had the death wobble and it stopped wobbling when I put on a set of metzler cruise tecs

[@JohnWayne-cb1tv]

I did not really notice it with the stock tires, but I don't take my hands off unless I am coasting a lower speed. I could see the stock tire design exasperating it, though with that wave down the middle. I went with Shinko 777s upon time to replace and don't notice an issue.

[@thomas9153]

Does the v star 95o have the same steering bearing issue? I have exhaust, air filter and EJK 5:08 controller, and runs so much better. But it does need a sixth gear!

[@Tardy_Productions]

Once you put a 6th gear it comes with a whole mess of issues. 5 speeds are bulletproof

[@DIYCon5]

What shocks did you put on? I heard anything above 1 increase messes with tension on belt

[@Downs4]

Did you ever find out if it did? I love the look of the raised fender

[@JP-eb2hy]

Hey Tardy, I have a V&H slip on and Saddlemen on my 14 bolt and was thinking of getting an intake for it because I agree. The loaf of bread is bothering me by it's looks and it gets in the way of my leg. Would I need to run a power commander for it? Or can I just run Ivan's tune? Great video man keep it up!

[@Tardy_Productions]

Personally I would get the intake and see how bad the popping is and also see if the engine seems to be running poorly. That being said, you will more than likely have to get a tuner. One of the next build videos will involve me installing a dyne tuner so at least when the time comes, you will have a video to help you.haha thanks for the support!!

[@JP-eb2hy]

@@Tardy_Productions for sure Tardy thanks for the advice man, what you do with the bolt is awesome. I know this thing doesn't have as much of an aftermarket support system like sportsters do so your videos inspire bolt owners like me. Keep up the great work bro, too bad these bikes leak oil when you try wheeling em, but I love my bolt. Never rode a sportster or dyna but I have heard of people trading them for bolts and being really happy with em. I'll be on the lookout for the dyno jet install as well as future bolt content 🤘

[@ed.t.hansen6499]

Has peg kit to ,move pegs forward 6-9". Has tpms, temps, quick shifter, cruise controll?? . Like most other, that are cheaper ?

[@Tardy_Productions]

i dont personally know about forwards but i prefer mid controls so the stock location is my favorite! i do wish i had a bit more room but thats why i have a dyna now. but after 5 Yamaha bolts, it was time 🤣

[@dustinsautodetailing]

When you changed the exhaust and air intake, do you have to tune it after? Thanks!

[@Tardy_Productions]

@@dustinsautodetailing for myself, I’ve only had a tuner on one of my bolts. I believe the stock ECU has enough range to at least let it run fine based off my experience. Of course would be better if you got a tune or an EC, you flash, and it will pop, but I’ve had no issues with it.

[@searex2268]

Their stock seat amazingly comfortable and low low, I loves it

[@Tardy_Productions]

Probably better than a Harley stock seat but not great for me. Ride safe!

[@stevedocking3885]

Koso replacement speedo. It's 'plug and play', and gives you half a chance to read it in anything brighter than twilight. Also keeps the mileage correct.

[@Tardy_Productions]

Awesome thank you dude! I’ll have to look them up

[@FreeTimeFeats]

CANNOT EMPHASIZE THIS ENOUGH. Yes! The stock speedo on that thing is embarrassing

[@tonyjones9057]

What shocks did you go with? I want to lift 3 or 4 inches

[@Tardy_Productions]

Check out our recent build videos, I have one on that!

[@azulcucaracha9987]

This video is exactly what I needed. Thankyou. I recently got a bolt. Second bike ever. First one was a 250 rebel had it for 4 months and upgraded to the bolt 💀 my only complaint is that I was able to be way more aggressive around corners with my tiny rebel. but with my bolt I literally have to turn the bars like a bicycle at stop signs and such or my foot pegs will scrape the road.

[@Tardy_Productions]

I’m happy it helped dude! Ride safe

[@christopherdekonstrukt444]

Certainly a lot less maneuverable than any of my sport bikes. Had a Yamaha R3 and could turn around on a dime. My '18 Bolt R-Spec now has over 40K miles on it. Had an '18 blue one I bought new in '19, got stolen out of the apartment complex parking lot I was living at right when all the COVID lockdowns came about. Bought this gray one summer '20 used for $6600 and have been riding it ever since.

[@killernanny4315]

Weird, you published this just about the same time I searched "yamaha bolt mods". Good stuff, but don't forget - if you replace your intake and exhaust, a tune is in order.

[@dunderaa]

Definitely will need a tune after, thanks for watching dude!

[@JohnWayne-cb1tv]

Mine was pretty rich without a tune, dyno verified. Maybe my aftermarket filter was not as free flowing as advertised or perhaps the ecu compensates, or it does not need a tune with an intake and just a slip-on exhaust.

[@pozexisthor]

Bought a bolt 2 weeks ago and got the bassani sweeper exhaust. It sounds amazing but before you buy, consider the fact that its REALLY loud.

[@kevenmiles7121]

Personally I dont mind the seat the main thing to change is definitely the airbox

[@tonyjones9057]

Hey, do you suggest changing the head steering barren on the 2020 R-Spec as well. Not sure what year model you were referring to, or do current models need same mod

[@Tardy_Productions]

go about 30mph, let go of the bars and see if there is a head shake. I would assume there is due to them just being different colors. I would recommend getting it changed or wait until I do it to mine so you can see how exactly it would be done. Good question though!

[@christopherdekonstrukt444]

Have the V&H intake works good. Use a rain sock with it and replace every couple of months.

[@TheGeetN]

Can you still use the original seat if u remove the back fender?

[@dunderaa]

I would say yes but it will require modification on the bike end. The rear fender has the clamp for the rear of the seat I think. Just pop the seat off and see where exactly it clamps

[@dunderaa]

Your biggest issue will be with the wiring that is all in the rear fender

[@zauberer66]

I removed my rear fender and yes it will work but I also fabricated a bracket for the mount point that was on the fender but now it has no contact with it and the seat is still solid thus far

[@christopherdekonstrukt444]

The bazooka! I just bought some ceramic muffler matting and will pack my aftermarket V&H slip on with it to quiet it down a bit. Nothing to lose, bought in 2020 and used it for a week and was too loud so it's been sitting in the box for 3-1/2 years. I paid $400 for it so I'm getting my money's worth. I just couldn't bring myself to try to sell it on eBay as it's bike specific.

[@Tardy_Productions]

@@christopherdekonstrukt444 I feel like some of the slip bonds are always too loud. I’ve heard you can re-pack them and make them quieter but I haven’t gone through the process.

[@lynnstervinou2530]

Great video !

[@Tardy_Productions]

Thank you!

[@noelwhyte9834]

When I buy mine I'm gonna mix this build with the black and gold one blockhead built. I'm gonna do army green tho

[@noelwhyte9834]

Green, brown, and gold baby. I'm gonna name her OLIVIA 🫒

[@Tardy_Productions]

Dude that will look sick! The gold with the green is going to be so clean!

[@tannerhederson4067]

Literally about to buy a bolt and ur videos are amazing

[@Tardy_Productions]

Thank you dude! Hopefully some of the videos are helpful!

[@digitalme4404]

how did you break your foot?

[@Tardy_Productions]

Kicked a punching bag too hard while changing a tire 😂

[@christopherdekonstrukt444]

3 months out I bought a Saddlemans 2 up.

[@peternielsen3939]

No go in California. My dealership cant even get the parts. Ebay, nope. Restrictions. I drilled out baffle in exhaust and holes in air intake. If you know how to smuggle in parts to california let me know. Oh, and the tickets. Yea. Talk about that.

[@Tardy_Productions]

Dude that is unfortunate! My recommendation is to not live in California 😂

[@peternielsen3939]

Lol

[@LeftoversLover]

I got the basani. Amazing exhaust.

[@Tardy_Productions]

@@LeftoversLover slip on?

[@Tsaier]

Any suggestions for the C-Spec?

[@Tardy_Productions]

Similar mods but I would recommend a seat change and look for mid controls instead of the further back ones the c-spec comes with. Let me know if you have any other questions!(:

[@elgalandenoche]

What size are those risers you put

[@Tardy_Productions]

Which risers the old bolt ones or the new build?

[@christopherdekonstrukt444]

Thank you. Will go on KZbin for video instructions to change out the steering head bearing. $38 on eBay for the part.👍

[@jruinz447]

Hate the bolt-wobble...as well as the loaf of bread and anti-aircraft gun that for some reason came w the bike...though I was lucky to have it come w the saddleman seat..it's a nice little gem that keeps my carcass firmly placed over, not behind, the bike at all times

[@Tardy_Productions]

That loaf is a plague upon bolts haha That is an awesome find to buy a bolt already with a saddlemen. Literally that was e most expensive part I bought for the bike

[@jruinz447]

@@Tardy_Productions also included was a set 10" t-bars and a cock-eyed wind screen...but we won't talk about Del Amo Motorsports of Anaheim incompetentence...

[@Tardy_Productions]

@@jruinz447 hahaha I never heard a thing 🤫 hahaha

[@coppersworld2054]

We did the Bassani pipes VH intake and sent the computer to Ivans. Let me tell ya the computer revamp is extremely important. With out the computer upgrade everything else is pointless.

[@Tardy_Productions]

I am planning on installing a dyno tuner, do you think that would work?

[@coppersworld2054]

@@Tardy_Productions My 2 cents says no. Make contact with Ivans, tell him every thing you are going to do and he will reset your computer exactly where it needs to be. My sons bolt now runs along side my 1600 mean streak until about 80 mph. Its faster than a vtx 1300. Its impressive!

[@Tardy_Productions]

@@coppersworld2054 wow ok I will definitely have to reach out to them, that is awesome! Mo powa babbbbyyyyy!haha

[@tvbuu]

Saving this

[@Tardy_Productions]

If you enjoyed this definitely check out my most recent video!

[@KryptoniteX.]

ive had no problems with death wobble tbh

[@Tardy_Productions]

I have definitely heard a couple people say the same thing. It may not be an issue on all of them, just a lot of them for sure.

[@automan21]

Why exactly do the bearings make a difference with the death wobble?

[@JayJfrommontana]

Subscribes count says it all let alone the mustard mustache

[@RakyPaky]

For what you did to the poor bike at 2:50; I am not sure I want to follow your lead comrade anymore ....

[@Tardy_Productions]

Don’t do as I do 😂

[@randallbatson611]

Guy almost pulled off a full 360

[@ronaldlucero4258]

appreciate paperwork

[@Tardy_Productions]

Gotta get creative with the visual representation haha

[@jesusesparza8984]

Why seats so expensive smh

[@Tardy_Productions]

Dude I know! Those things are apparently made of gold haha

[@your247support]

The exhaust looks bad coz those Walmart glasses you got on. Take them off and you will fall in love with it all over again.

[@Tardy_Productions]

Buddy it's a Yamaha Bolt not a luxury car, the exhaust sucks. Go back to breeding your pigeons.

[@UserYoutube-i6f]

Rear 65 teeth pulley and 140 teeth belt🤌

[@Tardy_Productions]

More toque or higher top end?

[@ed.t.hansen6499]

Many cruisers have great seats. Not yanaha/ honda

[@californiapoontappa]

Tip for wheeling it

[@Tardy_Productions]

when I figure it out I will let you know. haha

[@Tardy_Productions]

lower tire pressure or sticky tires. then learn to bring it down with the brake and not the throttle

[@californiapoontappa]

@@Tardy_Productions yeah lol makes since i keep chirping the tires

[@Tardy_Productions]

Check out our new mods video

[@thatseventiesman3865]

Lose the shades. Other then that great vid.

[@Tardy_Productions]

If you don't like the shades but you like the content, you should look at the other 30 videos we have. Also subscribe...

[@Tardy_Productions]

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[@ali24B]

Damn that bike wobble has me Shook

[@Tardy_Productions]

It’s really not a huge deal, just keep one hand on and there’s no issues. Plus it can be fixed with the all balls bearings in the front

[@roy9161]

Honestly I don't want to exhaust hugging the Engine I need the engine cool not hotter lol...

[@Tardy_Productions]

@@roy9161 they stay pretty cool but you could add an oil cooler if that’s a concern

[@roy9161]

@@Tardy_Productions thanks for responding.. there's not much video's on building, repairs and upgrades mods on so many bikes out there. Unlike the Honda fury lol 🤤😆🤣

[@NA-wk2ib]

You forgot #6: me sitting in front of you like Kim Kardashian

[@ericwilliams626]

You remind me of some guest character from Miami Vice and Tubbs and Crocket arrest you in tandem. Stop using coke.

[@Tardy_Productions]

😂

[@charliebrown4624]

You're full of it.

[@Tardy_Productions]

It’s true 🤷‍♂️ I’ve never even owned a Yamaha Bolt