Finally Fixed, The V-MAX Misery is Over 😁🥳🍺

[@IanGrant-y2p]

You are a very patient person, no wonder the other workshops turned their backs on this problem bike! Hats off to you for a wonderful job done!!

[@who-gives-a-toss_Bear]

Hope the bike owner gets a complete refund from the dealer that failed to fix and only caused bigger issues.

[@alangraham8926]

I worked offshore for years (retired now) and I was the electrical wizard for "anything" with a wire on it. Long story short a lot of the spares had been on the shelf for years and electrolytic's are "notorious" for degrading regardless of being in service or not. What I am getting to is change the lot! The caveat here is CHECK them ALL before installing as this "error" cost me my job once! Even if "brand" new check the little buggers!!!!!

[@nickblood5040]

Well Done Jim! Glad to know there are other people in the world who never, ever give up, stubborn or what!

[@nickrider5220]

Well done Jim, you weren't beaten and it made for some great videos. I hope you have the opportunity to test the OEM igniter with new capacitors 🍻

[@paul.vanhout57]

Failure is not an option! Well done and impressed with your willingness and skill to do the deep dive👍

[@Eastsussexbiker]

I watched all of the series and it was so interesting as a former technician so well done.

[@hlpang1075]

Was looking forward to the old ECU fix 😁✌️

[@capnpugwash5403]

So pleased for you to be victorious.

[@karlredshaw7447]

Big Clive on KZbin is very knowledgeable when it comes to electronics.

[@jamesdougan8789]

also the cod3r and my mate vince and louis rossman are great for electronics on you tube .. the coder and louis have their own businesses fixing laptops and game consoles (coder) my mate vince just loves to fix stuff but electronics are his main game all consumer products all 3 great for learning more about electronics

[@Twinpot1962]

It’s a great feeling when you can bask in your own success without feeling conceited.

[@brandywell44]

Nice drone shot of you riding

[@mickl8212]

Excellent, really glad to see it's sorted!

[@leeandjancruise]

I've really enjoyed this V-MAX series, well done Jim.

[@marshgatelaneposse]

Bet that ride felt good after all the grief top work

[@jettamaster3297]

Gutted that you didn't end up fixing the ignition unit at the component level :( But at least you got it fixed. Cheers

[@donaldross4217]

Well done Enjoyed the v,max series I remember when the v max came out I Was warned not to buy one as it would try to kill you This one certainly killed a few wallets

[@allanweseman5433]

As a mechanic in this modern age, you have to be an electronics wizzard now in addition to everything else. It is good to see you branching out and expanding your knowledge as we all must do to continue. I did similar repairs to expensive ABS braking modules that the relay was soldered to the circuit board. Good to see you with a good quality solder like Kester 44

[@eliotmansfield]

I don’t think you need to be a wizzard - this guy clearly understands the principles of how electronic fuel/ignition works - so he’s able to use the correct tools to troubleshoot it.

[@basilwatson1]

ok grabbing a beer and setting myself up to watch longly awaited

[@davidashton9580]

You are a SAINT, I've learnt a lot from this one Jim cheers 🍻

[@julianpritchard2558]

Great to see another VMAX back on the road.

[@tonygriffiths2485]

Another satisfied customer. Always good to watch and thanks :)

[@markwood9755]

Just had to hit like, now I will sit back and enjoy the video.😀

[@TheDervMan]

I've been soooooooo looking forward to this one. Literally 30 seconds in but already 'liked' it ❤

[@nickbetts2244]

Brilliant. Perseverance pays off. 👍

[@nickvinten7803]

Just spent 14 months refurbing a ZX12r only to discover it wouldn’t start when hot, had only ever run her up twice a week from cold to keep the battery topped up. Stone me, only discovered some muppet had fitted an aftermarket starter where the engagement shaft was too long and was catching as well as a shit repair on one of the couplings off of the reg rec that failed when warm, got a genuine used part off of a rated breaker, fitted, key on vroom, hot or cold 😊 Needless to say the guy that had turned up to buy it at the time didn’t 😢😢😮😮😢

[@johnmignano7872]

Made a career out of that V-Max, thanks for sharing

[@tonypowell7529]

Well done that man, a long but no doubt rewarding fix.

[@timsgtms1222]

Well done Jim great thanks for your time on utube 🎉🎉🎉

[@tomevans4078]

Enjoying the drone shots!

[@andyjrichie6709]

Great result, still be good to see the old ecu repairs. Great video

[@Steve-wx9gl]

Well done Jim enjoyed vmax videos my mates just bought one be warned!

[@NormanGnome11]

Jim looks at emigrating to the South Sandwich Islands ....

[@markrhodes991]

Yay! Congrats on the fix. I’ve really enjoyed this series and learnt so much. I am a big fan of the wafflage, if that makes sense 😂

[@Cees1984]

Finally a fix, good job 💪🏻🛠 True about what you say about faulty after market parts, i’m a car mechanic in the Netherlands. More than once we have faulty new parts; ignition coils, gasoline pump (inside tank the tank), ABS sensors, door locks ect… Our advice is always: if not original, don’t go with the cheapest part of “unknown” brands. Rather go with Bosch,Hella,Delphi… Hope that helps someone 🛠

[@NormanGnome11]

I had a starter motor jam on and catch fire 3 months after fitting - Aftermarket part on the car - I know what you mean.

[@bluehazeboy]

Nice work,like the new camera work, top job mate,

[@kevinallen4052]

Very well done that man you really stuck to it.

[@paullyons4624]

Great to see it fixed and the customer can get out in the “nice weather” 😂 It must have really pained you to not have had the opportunity to have tested out the repaired old ecu but I do get time is money.

[@vidvidbiker]

Excellent - really enjoyed this series of videos. I learnt a thing or two as well 😎.

[@kevinwilliams4899]

More power to your elbow. Great fix.

[@295walk]

Love this channel thank-you

[@BatFastard01]

Top job mate. 👍🏻

[@spatchist]

Fantastic ! Got there in the end of course. I do like those 'engineer' tools , I have some of their crimp tools for terminals , time for a new solder sucker.

[@dereklucas8420]

Well done mate 👍

[@grahamgraham4263]

Wow you really dug deep for that one. I’ve been there myself trying to fix things and the more you do the more you cry, like peeling an onion! Fantastic that you refused to give-in and impressive that you were even prepared to try to fix the dog mine ECU when you were working for free at that point and the customer already agree to shell out for a new one. That old school integrity and living your reputation is extremely hard to find these days. 👍 🏆

[@llcoolTN]

Happy pappy ⌛ That`s a win.

[@stiffybrian]

Well done, you explain things really well, but these videos make me glad I've got a Yamaha 660 single SZR circa 1997. Just one of everything.

[@johnwebley3790]

Well done, your videos are addictive, I had just got home from a night out with Cotswolds Biker night at Gloucester airport and started watching the Vmax story, Needless to say, I finally went to bed after no6, Great work, And thanks for the videos

[@NormanGnome11]

I had a starter motor jam on and catch fire 3 months after fitting - Aftermarket part on the car - I know what you mean. 17:00 ish.

[@MrPepper312]

Of all the sport bikes I've owned over the last 50 yrs, the VMAX is my favorite.

[@richardjones3112]

Very interesting series of videos-thanks👍.

[@diggy-d8w]

Damn, this is like the 4th/5th video I've seen.... I'd send a bike overseas for you to fix it. That's how bad it is here !! peace

[@woodpeckerdrums6254]

Did the other unit work ????????

[@-bollox]

Glad you got it fixed in the end. Was the owner not given the original ecu back ?

[@AlfOfAllTrades]

I love these bikes. Can't wait to get mine back on the road.

[@ThomasMoore.1]

Great series of videos🎉

[@charlesemerson6763]

Well done Jim. Shame you never got around to fixing that duff ECU but it works now.

[@999fugazi]

Well done Jim, great work and fantastic series to follow. I hate VMax's, but have looked forward to each episode dropping. Customer must be chuffed to bits, bike running lovely. Great drone work

[@MarkPearce-u7m]

Awesome stuff Jim, 👏 👏👏👍.

[@michaelmccann4706]

Complete legend Jim

[@Macfam-Garage]

Good job Jim….very clever

[@mattsmith2238]

I have just found your channel having enjoyed watching this Vmax series. Brilliant videos thank you, and you have a new subscriber..

[@prozeza]

I have the same solder sucker and it's magic.

[@Patchesrepairshop]

Well done Jim, really enjoyed this series 👍

[@sthildas4857]

Fantastic an earth strap while fixing the pcb may help with the longevity. I work for BT.

[@Cromwell648]

Brilliant ,job done.

[@ianbonnick7640]

Fantastic job

[@markaddy53]

great job lad glad uve sorted it keep up the great work next video please

[@skandix]

Congrads, ramble on!

[@stefan_sth]

Yes, there is beer involved ❤

[@thegrizz9994]

awww Birra Moretti...my favourite

[@peterwilson8797]

👍👍👍😉😉 Enjoy your weekend.

[@adeo.4473]

Guitar valve amps are similar - my 20-yo amps had to have their caps replaced!

[@dianeandderrickhenderson475]

Send it to My Mate Vince... Two you tubers working together could be some good content.

[@rodneygunn788]

Circuit boards and electronics chip design are my daughters forte when she explains I end up going tilt

[@richardballinger517]

An ESR meter is the way to go but caps that old I wouldn't even bother measuring them, straight in the bin. Would be good to see if the refurbished ecu worked? FYI 0.47uF = 470nF = 470000pF.

[@jackmilan74]

Birra Moretti from Udine, my town....what else could bring this case to final resolution!

[@mikeburton7077]

Very interesting!

[@dalemeadows225]

Get in!

[@allanweseman5433]

Having traded in my '94 V-Max on a Honda and seeing what I might have been in for in my future I am GLAD I did what I did. You scare me to death riding on your incredibly narrow roads in your country, as pretty as they are. Why they were not made wider is far beyond me. There is nothing like that in the USA

[@NormanGnome11]

They were originally made for access to remote farms and small groups of housing before better roads were laid and probably the USA was founded - just been tarmaced over as they wear down.

[@stephenhedge2489]

The UK has a long history - the USA has around 200 years and a lot more space.

[@secretsix6]

i had a new alternator a couple of years ago he said it was a recon it came he hadn't bothered to wash the grime off before rattle caning it went strait back an that was from a shop

[@malcolmdobson1244]

..spot on..

[@rob6255-j4t]

Was out on my v max today and now find myself wondering how long my 40 year old circuit board is going to last. I might need to look at this more closely in the future, or i may not !!! R

[@rc2634]

I have a 40yo bike too, and for a second I thought the same😄 But immediately after I thought, nahh I am just going to ride it as much as I can😎

[@mellowr1]

Well done.😎 You could do a whole series fixing my R1 if you were closer😀👍

[@DTA555.]

I have to clean my carburetor and change the fuel

[@MSKNeurology]

this channel is awesome

[@roythearcher]

Well done fixing what would be a near £1800 part if you can find one!...

[@Scottfireblade]

Legend Love your content

[@DTA555.]

What made you check the ecu?

[@Cronus111]

Do you recommend that multimeter for a casual user doing odd vehicle jobs?

[@volt8684]

Wizardry congrats

[@kennethszpindor1723]

Well done on getting the old girl going a question I live in Leeds do you no any mobile mechanics in the Yorkshire area cheers I have a benelli 502c needs a little work 👍

[@PhilKawasaki]

I’ve got a 5 year old flashforge that could knock out prints cleaner than that,

[@llewvirtue861]

Went through the night watching, as mechanics we refuse to be beaten. Very often we waste our time and our money. But thats who we are

[@geoepi321975]

Hi Jim, i have a gy6 125 cc scooter misfire on mid revving, and I have 90 psi compression, is it game over?

[@rhemeon]

Beautiful countryside. G.H

[@3stevieb1]

perfect

[@stevengoddard8823]

Yeah well that new ECU that you fitted with big cracks in it bad 3-D printing when it snows or rains that sort suck it go bang owner of back to square one so that’s no good is it?

[@leavemyrightsalone]

I would assume capacitors suck and blow atoms out all the time and get tired.

[@mrbmp09]

I would be way more confident using the old ecu with new caps if the new caps fixed it. The old one has 40 years of proven reliability. Not to mention the NON WATERPROOF 3D printed case. 3D prints are not waterproof even when they don't have layer separation. That is the worst elephants foot I have seen in years. That could have easily been remedied in the model itself or the slicer software. Makes you wonder what other corners were cut and what quality issues got through.

[@stephenwilson3479]

New aftermarket parts made in the PRC...parts really crap.