T max owners are extremely lucky to have you posting this video on KZbin. This is golden.
@Stewsdrums3 жыл бұрын
It would have helped me much more if he let ME fast forward the video instead of HIM. He has plenty of time to hide negative comments.......why not make your channel BETTER by NOT increasing playback speed? Let your viewers have that option.
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
@@Stewsdrums Because I can actually see the viewer retention stats for my vids (average time that people actually watch a video). I'm trying my best to be helpful and make videos that people will watch, but I will never be able to please everyone so I go with what seems to work for the most people. On the flip side, some people complain that my videos are too long when they're half as long as this one.
@moslimislam57143 жыл бұрын
@@Stewsdrums Dude... If these videos are not adequate enough for you then you're helpless. Don't bother tinkering on your bike, because you might drown in deep waters. I wish he would cover my bike. Absolute goldmine.
@Stewsdrums3 жыл бұрын
@@49ccscoot I understand. And I subscribe. I miss so much really great stuff that you speed up. It's just a shame to me because it's great stuff
@Stewsdrums3 жыл бұрын
@@moslimislam5714 I am wanting to watch his videos at normal film speed. That is all.
@MrJeremywarner5 ай бұрын
You are my hero. I salute you. Good luck with the valve.
@kimjong-un28303 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you dont hide your mistakes
@KetilDuna Жыл бұрын
What a ride this video was. Thank you for including the miss as well, it does wonders for those of us not quite on par with your skills.
@johnoleary93173 жыл бұрын
Followed your channel for years. Not giving up on you now !!!! Integrity is rare
@johnoleary93173 жыл бұрын
Ive linked this video to our tmax owners club fb.
@Keemo2day3 жыл бұрын
Amazing video. I haven't managed to get through it all YET but I can already appreciate how informative this video is as well as the amount of effort and time it took you to film and edit the whole process too. This will be my manual when i get round to doing it
@bradentibbles3 жыл бұрын
Such great videos. Informative, honest, and thorough! I don't even own a tmax but I learned so many tips through this video.
@seamusmcshean2603 жыл бұрын
Great video. I’ve owned Two Tmax 2001 and a 2004 model. Fantastic bike, but expensive to repair if you are not mechanical minded, when they start to age with high mileage. I tried this particular job on the first one, the bike did run afterwards, but never got the tapping noice out of it. When I changed the chain tensioner on the second bike I used cable ties on the chain and had no problem with the timing. Learned a lot here, might start that job myself soon now that it has 50,000 miles on it!
@Josemanc3 жыл бұрын
I feel your pain Brent. Hopefully you'll fix that changing the damaged valve and installing a new head gasket and be done with it. We all learn from our mistakes. It's good you are skilled enough to have seen the problem before engine assembly.
@blipco5 Жыл бұрын
One other thing, after decades, I finally bought a METRIC feeler gauge set (the type that features whole millimeters instead of imperial). No need for mental conversion as the shims are sized in metric. It was the best thing I ever did in my life. Well, not really the best thing but close.
@garythebest25942 жыл бұрын
Awesome video , very detailed showing all steps of installation and removal. Great Job!!
@paulbudford3 жыл бұрын
You don't get much for $87 at the Yamaha dealer! I put the valve down to bring tired, and frustration. Like you said it's nearly impossible without some sort of locking tool, or cable ties. Still a very educational video. Which I'm sure will help others not make the same mistake.
@zakenatious2 жыл бұрын
...you honest and that my friend is priceless! ty
@mehdimed5603 жыл бұрын
Thank you for telling us your experience and for your honesty. I think this will help me a lot when I ll do it on my tmax. 👍
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
I tried it in my most recent video with the aid of cable ties and combining those with the order that worked best for me from this video made it a much easier process for me.
@staunch_risk_indicated43483 жыл бұрын
Sorry Brent, I feel like I should have shared my 'trick' on Tmax forums five years ago when I did this. My method seemed risky and I had 'imposter syndrome' about it, but it worked for me. I tried the 'awl' like you did but was never satisfied with it after seeing the chain skip for myself. My approach was to torque down the exhaust cam 'cap' and cheat by using a screwdriver in the teeth of the exhaust sprocket to back-it-up so much as to actually lift cylinder 1's exhaust valve a bit to grab the chain and let the valve spring 'catch' the timing chain taut on the underside. oof. I know. If I had a trick to getting the intake cam in place from there... I dont remember at the moment... but it probably had me dipping into valve spring tension there too. I definitely remember installing chain tensioner last of all things.
@staunch_risk_indicated43483 жыл бұрын
47:00 I don't see this as an optional step. [measured] values of shims is what the math should be based on - screw whatever the shim print says or what the shipped invoice says. I am more likely to believe a large shim was printed with a smaller number or vice versa than you bending a valve stem. Unless you swapped camshafts and completely botched the ICE timing while hand-cranking.
@paoloagostini6420 Жыл бұрын
MOLTO PRECISO E PULITO NELL'ESPOSIZIONE. BRAVO.
@fungdickson60632 жыл бұрын
Excellent thanks 49cc scoot, I hv read Tmax service manual yet but this video most clearly that
@FrigolineRijeka3 жыл бұрын
Hi Brent,great video and thank you very much to show us all details.I have the same Tmax and I already done valve clearences twice.I always follow Yamaha service manual and I always put chain tensioner at the end,not like you.Its not easy because of force from lobes,but its possible.But I still dont understand a reason why this valve have problem,cant see any mistake from your side.
@pedrosanpedro52813 жыл бұрын
If i knew half as much as you am sure i would get into twice as much trouble...nice work m8 👍😄✌
@noahthepetrolhead3 жыл бұрын
grate video i dont even own a tmax or intednd to buy one but i always lern something
@Visionery12 жыл бұрын
6-8 thou is small, we had these settings on some of the Jaguar sixes in the 80s. Not easy to set, especially as one has to physically feel the valve lift ever so slightly off its seat when the correct clearance is reached, otherwise the engine will be noisy. Pushing in a 6-8 thou feeler gauge under these conditions is challenging.
@jamest.50013 жыл бұрын
Have you seen what goes into making quality O-rings? I'm supprised they do not cost more! With the work, and R&Dand testing, it's crazy especially when they are made from more exotic materials!! And they are made slower than I would have thought!
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
It's not something that I'm going to try to save on. I think if you are certain of what the o-ring is, and there are multiple options, and can figure out it's dimensions accurately... then you can save. However, who needs a pack of 50 fuel injector o-rings for a TMAX, and if you only use 2 you'll spend way more. It would not be worth the savings if any properties were wrong and it all goes back together and leaks. Just take my $4.XX per o-ring Yamaha.
@DoRC3 жыл бұрын
Your compression tester immediately going down like that is not due to a bad seal between the tester and the engine. There's a leak somewhere in the compression tester hose or gauge. The compression tester should maintain pressure even if you take the gauge out of the cylinder. If it wasn't designed like this the compression tester would act as part of the volume of the cylinder and you would get lower readings then reality. Most likely there's a Schrader valve at the bottom of the hose that's leaking.
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I realized this after watching it back for editing. I've been spending roughly 70 hours a week on scooter work and video editing lately and it seems to affect focus a bit.
@DoRC3 жыл бұрын
@@49ccscoot i can imagine.
@robertodifiorenzza41163 жыл бұрын
Gran experiencia! Muchas gracias por tu video. La honestidad es un valor casi extinto.
@Digitaltiger1233 жыл бұрын
I feel the struggle my friend,I had to clock aftermarket cams(tmax 530 gears on 500 cams) reprofiled without markings on,that was a pain....once you figure it out though(here comes experience especially when you are into tuning) its just another job...
@Princeofthebow2 жыл бұрын
You did a great job regardless of the outcome! Did you by any chance try to check out what the service manuals of model after your tmax say on the matter? I cannot imagine the design being immensly different and hence maybe yamaha realised and made a better detailing of the steps?
@49ccscoot2 жыл бұрын
I couldn't find one at the time. Someone actually sent me one from the next gen to add to my collection very recently, but it looks the same.
@user-yb3xg1ex5g Жыл бұрын
티맥스 정비에 관한 영상 감사합니다!😊
@Sony321152 жыл бұрын
It's a good video to me, I also DIY maintain Tmax in Taiwan. Thanks
@user-ve8if8se5e2 жыл бұрын
Hello man, I am from Iraq, I have a Yamaha Tmax, and I have discovered that it is damaged. Return. Help me how to fix it. There are no spare parts in my country. Can you help me how to fix it?
@progaragechinskiemotorki3 жыл бұрын
Odcinki super 😎
@jalalmotomaroc66177 ай бұрын
❤❤❤
@erikbalint29042 жыл бұрын
Its the same feeling when a tool slips off from something and scratch a surface what you cant repair. Even when your hand is 1000% stady and you concetrate so much.
@JuniMaria-tc9qm2 ай бұрын
Hello Sir , very good videos and explanation, i have an issue with my tmax 2014. that it doesn't pass 5000rpm, it hangs or cut off and on when reach 5000rpm, like its goes into limp mode. I have check scan the issue and it is telling me code 12 , crank sensor but i can't seem to find any crank sensor on this Engine. I have check all speedsensor and no issue and also no abs light on. I dont have a Dealer where i come from so, i was wondering if you have knowledge about this issue. The strange thing is the ECU doesn't allow me to reset the codes. the person told me the ecu is locked. please any help will be helpfull
@nurshaiful18483 жыл бұрын
i snapped my crank twice just because i thought my flywheel is tight enough
@clobcente24692 жыл бұрын
Muy bueno, muchas gracias.
@papaballoon Жыл бұрын
Glad I have a Morphous! To get to the head, you take the cargo bucket out. 60 sec max
@papaballoon Жыл бұрын
That is Not saying that I didn't like the video. Loved it
@ousmanesarr72873 жыл бұрын
Hey excellent video.had a 2004 tmax in my country in senegal Now i am an automotive tech in atlanta ga and do lots of timing chain jobs. Zip ties are very handy to hold chains in place. . At least we will have a cylinder head video on a tmax . Can the head come off with the engine mounted in frame?
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
Yes, the head can come off without removing the engine. Cylinder could be done too. If only I could afford the 560cc big bore kit.
@ousmanesarr72873 жыл бұрын
Yes that would be the perfect time to put a 560 kit. But yea the malossi kit with performance cams around 1600 on ebay
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
@@ousmanesarr7287 It's a lot of money for a little HP.... and you can't get blood from a turnip. lol
@Lord_Verminaard2 жыл бұрын
Dummy! 🤣 Just kidding. It happens to all of us. DOHC do take some getting used to, and every manufacturer does them a little different sometimes. In most cases, I almost always tie or wire the chain to the sprocket even if the instructions don't mention it because sometimes it can jump when you aren't looking at it then it will never line up right. Some Kawasaki engine manuals even tell you how many chain links there should be between each timing mark on the sprocket so if you lock it down and line it up on the crank it's golden.
@joaomelo613 жыл бұрын
Always wanted to get a Tmax, they are soo good!! But boy oh boy they have bolts and pieces.... what a headache lol
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
When you have to work on one, you appreciate even more that you don't have to do it often.
@staunch_risk_indicated43483 жыл бұрын
34:38 can we talk about how the Tmax's starter is right here and what it takes to get to it? It is the third check point in the service manual for a no-start condition. Turns out I had a blown diode and never needed to take off the gas tank. Thanks, service manual.
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
@@staunch_risk_indicated4348 Some access panels could go a long way. I think I'm not alone that when I realized that you have to remove the windshield, mirrors and body panel to get to the battery; I knew this thing was going to be "fun".
@Night_Watch4133 жыл бұрын
In your opinion is the 09 Tmax worth it? I found one for $4500 with 7k miles, and also found a 2018 xmax with 4k miles for $4000. Which one would be the best purchase?
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
The TMAX is more powerful and probably better suited for long distance riding. The XMAX should be way easier to service. I think you can do a valve adjustment with just removing the seat instead of this huge process for example. The '09 TMAX is now 12 years old, so it may need some checks and maintenance just from age.
@Night_Watch4133 жыл бұрын
@@49ccscoot thanks for the information, im somewhat able to do some maintenance on the tmax but the bigger things like valve checks i would bring it in to the dealership. I will be doing mostly city driving with some occasional highways
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
@@Night_Watch413 I think I'd go with the XMAX based on that info. The XMAX should be capable for occasional highway riding or even regular riding. If you want to get out on a highway and cruise 80MPH all day, then you need the TMAX IMO or some would prefer even more powerful bikes. If you want to ride around at 55-70MPH, I'd imagine the XMAX is more than capable. The TMAX is really surprising in town, so I don't think you'd have any trouble there. It weighs nearly 500lb, but it's very easy to handle. Still, you really don't need such a monster for mostly city riding. The difference in maintenance hassle may be enough to save you a lot of money by doing your own repairs on the XMAX where you may not do some tasks on the TMAX. Even if you did take it in for work, the bills for the XMAX should be considerably lower than the TMAX for some jobs because it would cost a small fortune just to have a mechanic remove the stuff to get to valves on the TMAX for example. Even CVT work has to be accompanied by removing body panels on this thing. Good luck with whatever you choose and ride safe. Lemme know what you get!
@robertpierce19813 жыл бұрын
So many parts make up the Tmax. I’m not sure how you keep it all straight.
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
All corners of the garage are filled with body panels and sandwich bags.
@messenger97533 жыл бұрын
I need a yamaha majesty series,unless its almost the same.
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
I've never worked on one. I'd imagine it's similar in a lot of ways, but not the same.
@user-rp2ty3gu8b Жыл бұрын
Nc cool❤❤
@paquito63243 жыл бұрын
Hello. How many kilometers have you made the tack adjustment?
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
~45,000
@Wind0demon0anime3 жыл бұрын
Hey man where do I adjust the vales on the lazer 5 man. I just got one and they need some tuning
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
The owner's manual says 0.03mm intake, 0.05mm exhaust. If you need any info on the valves/cam, this may help. It's my 160, but similar processes. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX2vfoqpe5h5js0
@user-rp2ty3gu8b Жыл бұрын
Au travail
@boostedhub77623 жыл бұрын
What's going on with the TPR build? Any new videos coming?
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
Just started working on it today. Have been waiting for a piston for 3 months.
@boostedhub77623 жыл бұрын
@@49ccscoot god... that's a lot of time waiting.. Looking forward to the new video tho! On a side note, I'd say that now might be the time to take a look into an EGT sensor-gauges in order to have a clearer representation of what's going on in the engine next time..
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
@@boostedhub7762 Prob not a bad idea. Just got an email this morning that parts for the TMAX won't be available till July and they aren't in stock anywhere.
@user-ve8if8se5e2 жыл бұрын
@@49ccscoot Hello man, I am from Iraq, I have a Yamaha Tmax, and I have discovered that it is damaged. Return. Help me how to fix it. There are no spare parts in my country. Can you help me how to fix it?
@snuzz21772 жыл бұрын
Hi Brent why on my rotors flywheel there is no timing mark?
@49ccscoot2 жыл бұрын
Not sure why, but I've heard of flywheels not having any marks. Seems to be even more common with replacements. I would suggest looking at a service manual to see if they show a mark on the flywheel being used. You can make your own mark, but you have to be careful to be accurate. A degree wheel and piston stop is my preferred method. I've got some vids about TDC. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2W7YWZjf5yGi7M kzbin.info/www/bejne/iny3f359eMqCocU
@aymandjeffal88732 жыл бұрын
Can i ask you guys, i got engine check light on, number 46 what does that mean?
@49ccscoot2 жыл бұрын
Someone posted the whole list of codes here : www.majestyusa.com/threads/tmax-error-codes.6779/
@julianarodriguez36353 жыл бұрын
Is this scooter the same as nmax in the Philippines let me know thanks
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
Google says the NMAX is 125-155cc. This is 500cc. I'd expect the NMAX is more similar to the SMAX here, which is 155cc. We no longer get the TMAX, but now they sell a 300cc XMAX.
@user-ve8if8se5e2 жыл бұрын
Hello man, I am from Iraq, I have a Yamaha Tmax, and I have discovered that it is damaged. Return. Help me how to fix it. There are no spare parts in my country. Can you help me how to fix it?
@49ccscoot2 жыл бұрын
Depends what is damaged. At this point there aren't even parts here like there should be. I'm waiting months for many parts.
@user-ve8if8se5e2 жыл бұрын
@@49ccscoot The crankshaft and bearings are just damaged...the engine is noisy
@user-ve8if8se5e2 жыл бұрын
@@49ccscoot Can you help me how to fix the crankshaft and bearings please help me
@49ccscoot2 жыл бұрын
@@user-ve8if8se5e That's a big job. I'd suggest finding the parts first. It's going to be a lot of parts, with gasket and seals and so on. Get a service manual and/or look on a Yamaha parts site. Then see if it still seems worth doing. For example, in the US I am seeing the crankshaft as $840 from Yamaha
@user-ve8if8se5e2 жыл бұрын
@@49ccscoot I do not have a Yamaha website so they can send me spare parts, can you send me their website to order parts please
@drdoolittle57243 жыл бұрын
You can see how a decent electric E-MAX will destroy many many garage jobs!
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
In many cases I don't like electric. I enjoy engines. I could deal with never having to get so deep into a scoot like this though. You know they'll make some routine thing require 4 hours of panel removal just for fun though.
@drdoolittle57243 жыл бұрын
@@49ccscoot do you ever feel a right old engineer would come up with far more common sense approaches - like a battery accessible for starters?
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
@@drdoolittle5724 I think every mechanic or tinkerer has cursed an engineering team or three before. To their credit, it has to be a tough job to fit what feels like a million things onto a motorcycle.
@drdoolittle57243 жыл бұрын
@@49ccscoot just after finding your work I tripped up on a Honda Silverwing vid and low and behold, battery just under seat, 1 or 2 bolts, job done! Next, how to remove plugs, few nuts and bolts, job done! See, it is possible!!
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
@@drdoolittle5724 My opinion of the TMAX is that they focused on handling and styling and the rest was whatever could work for those.
@abdrahimtaliani10422 жыл бұрын
🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦👍👍👍
@blipco5 Жыл бұрын
He who doesn’t make mistakes… doesn’t do anything.
@jamest.50013 жыл бұрын
A bit more complex than a gy6! I'm glad my doctor isn't as thourough as you! Haha..
@49ccscoot3 жыл бұрын
🤣 Come in for your yearly multi-point inspection.
@mounirboutarfa1089 Жыл бұрын
Cood
@Gkgarage132 жыл бұрын
1 year earlier i did an overhaul engine rebuild in a yamaha tdm 900. Every time i did things like service manual says, always i made tings wrong. Yamaha service manual is only to set a fire. ALWAYS the worst manual in every bike , mopet, boat engine etc.
@stephant7475 Жыл бұрын
bottom line you fucked it. all you had to do is the way Yamaha specify.