r/Yamahabolt

My Yamaha bolt died while riding and won’t start now. All electrical test passed, seems like a fuel issue as it starts when ether sprayed through air intake. Fuel pump primes when ignition is turned on. Any videos/tutorials links to test fuel pump or fuel injector.

Anything else I should check?

Is this sound normal? Sound goes away roughly 20-30 seconds after starting & getting warmed up.

I know Yamahas are noisy but I am a fairly new Bolt owner & still learning what is normal & what is not.

Didn't think I've posted good pics since exhaust/intake update. Beautiful weather so cleaned her up for today's ride.

This is my daily driver, got it 2 months ago, just hit over 400 miles. Some days I want nothing more than to lay on it and hear her scream. I have a 96 a Virago I picked up 7 years ago that I rode hard daily and she still kept up. Are y'all riding these easy or punching it?

So my little lad calls the bike a monster bike because of its ‘eyes’. He was talking as I was working and goes, “ I think it needs to blow smoke out of its mouth…”.

I couldn’t shake the idea tbh. I’m looking at entering a couple of shows this year and need that little extra to make it stand out.

There’s a vape and vacuum pump mounted into the chin scoop and a slimline button on the bars. Cost £40 and a couple of hours time.

It’s completely pointless but thought I’d share. My son thinks it’s amazing!

just added the 2nd tone to the tank, fenders are next along with covers then frame. stay tuned, once i get the fenders ill get some proper pictures as i take these right after finishing and is usually at night

Just bought the bike today rode it home seemed to run perfect couple small pops and bangs on hard downshifts but I’m used to carbureted bikes so I don’t really know.

Long shot but since low and mean went out of business is there anybody out there that has any of the kit parts you’d be willing to sell ! I’m looking for the seat, the rear fender and the chin scoop ! I know they are selling their molds online but unless someone is willing to fiberglass the molds and make kits I’m Sol
Any leads appreciated ! (
Please message me !!!

3rd week back on the road, old gas burnt off and new put in, now her tummy got the rumblies. Something minor, or should I be concerned? Happen to you guys before? Lmk...

Thanks yam fam 🤪🤙🏼

Hello all,

Is my engine/valves ticking or is this some engine noise I’m not used to hearing? When I bought it the bike had 11767 miles I have put about ~200 miles on it so far. I took the bike on a thorough test ride and didn’t notice anything, but as I’ve ridden it more I think I hear a ticking that follows the RPMs, maybe it’s an exhaust leak, maybe I’m just paranoid, I have no clue.

For context on the engine condition I bought it from an older gentleman who had meticulous service records and took excellent care of the bike, he sadly got nerve damage in his legs and couldn’t ride it anymore so he sold it to me.

What would you do in my shoes? Thanks. 😁

Hello, all. Super confused about this problem. Bought this bike not too long ago. The left front/rear turn signals work fine. The right front/rear are hyperflashing. The front right hyperflashes slightly dimmer than the rear right. Previous owner put on an aftermarket headlight but everything else seems original. Also checked all turn signal bulbs. Don't see any signs of burnouts. All connections, wires, & bulb housing seem sound. What could it be? Is the hyperflashing harmful long term? Asking because I may just ignore it to avoid taking the bike apart & potentially damaging anything.

Thanks for any help!

Needs to cure for a couple days then final sanding, polish and ceramic coating.

2015 Bolt. Yoshimi Grey