I had one 3 years and it was probably the best of the V twin motorcycles. Power everywhere, smooth running, fantastic sound and shaft driven. Brakes need improvement but it is not hard get done. The kicked out front end is fantastic on the road but can be a problem when low speed maneuvering in tighter spaces. I wish they had put another two gallons of fuel capacity in the tank. I found it had one really bad fault that depending where you ride you might not ever encounter. In hot weather with heavy stop and go traffic the hydraulic assisted clutch would boil the fluid. You was not going anywhere till it cooled.
I'm actually glad you gave me the heads up on that. So far I've never had that happen to me. But that doesn't mean it couldn't at some point. The brake's definitely could use a little bit of tweaking. I'm not particularly used to having both a front and rear disc. To be honest, I like the rear drum assembly a little better on the 800. But overall, terrific bike! Such a smooth ride and very nice handling! And you can't be the classic look. 😎👌
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever I only had clutch boil three times in the time I owed the bike. While at Rolling Thunder, a rally in the Black Hills and Daytona. Not your normal situation for sure. I bought a new Suzuki front wheel that with new wheel spacers fit perfectly and was drilled and taped for dual disc brake rotors. Got the other items at a salvage yard for motorcycles. I am sure it will cost more now but in 1999 I only spent about 400 bucks. I only needed one finger on the brake lever to stop and two fingers would slide the front tire. Very close good friend has the bike now. Engine assembly has never been touched except oil and spark plug changes, paint still very good. She has made 103,751 miles with only two owners. Metzler 888 tires are really nice on this Bike and will last 18 to 20 thousand miles.
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever I saw your other post and my guess is you lost the hose or the seal in the cylinder. The clutch uses brake fluid in the release system. The bit about a wet clutch you read means the clutch itself runs inside the engine cases bathed in engine oil.
I just bought a heritage Softail, but I absolutely refuse to part with my 98 VS1400, same color as yours. My wife and I have had too many wonderful weekend rides on it to ever let it go. Thank you for the video!
@@oldtimer4888 I am so blessed to hear this! It's always great hearing from people that share my passion for this particular bike. I don't know what it is about the Suzukis, but they just seem like the most reliable bikes on the market. I certainly hope you and your wife are still enjoying the ride! 😎👌
@@1BuckeyeRob I agree! I know most people seem to like Harley-Davidsons. But I prefer a bike that starts up without a deafening "clunk' or the possibility of launching the bendix through the starter housing and clear across a parking lot. The compression on this bike is nice and even. -Never leaks, doesn't vibrate apart. But the overall design and architecture of it are what truly sold me back in 2013. But when I took the test drive, (all bets were off). I ended up bringing it home the very next day. Lol! Hope you're still out there rolling iron!
@@1BuckeyeRob I was looking at an 883 and then a marauder until I saw the 87 Suzuki Intruder vs700 and I really liked the body style. I like the pull back handle bars and to me it's comfortable to ride.
You totally roght, intruders are great, i also have a suzuki marauder vz800 the only diference are the fat front tire...excelent bike too, question...did you put a fuel filter in any bike of yours..i been having issues with my carbs...
@@alfrak2003 You definitely have great taste in bikes! 😎👌 And yes, they are absolutely amazingly reliable. I've never been stranded with these bikes once. But I can't say I've ever changed the filter in either of them. If you're having trouble with your carb, what I would do is run some carburetor cleaner through. You could also you seafoam. But seafoam is extremely potent so you would have to dilute it or use very little. My favorite carb cleaner is "gum out." That seems to free up anything that might be sticking. And of course when you put it away for the winter time, always find a good fuel stabilizer so that the fuel that's still sitting inside your carburetor doesn't get all gooey.
I have a question if don't mind. Mine i got used and I'm still working on servicing it. It's a it's the 1987 vs700 and I was wondering about the lights or lack of them such a fuel gauge. But my question is should it show when it's in neutral etc? Or is some of my lights out? When I start it or turn the key on it shows the 2 red lights and that's all. Thanks for all your help so far
@@Undying_Presents I would say you've definitely got some lights out that aren't showing on the little black box under your handlebars. If it's in neutral, a (green square with an N in the middle) should be lighting up. One of the red squares will mean your temperature is high and that your radiator will be kicking on if it's liquid cooled. Most bikes don't come with a fuel gauge. There are a few exceptions out there. But when you go to fuel up, (always reset the odometer back to zero). I'm not sure what the tank capacity is for the 700. But I would say when it reaches 90, hit the pump and fuel up, but don't forget to reset the odometer back to zero again. That is what I've been doing with all of my bikes for decades. And I've never found myself stranded. If you do end up stranded, flip the valve under your tank to (reserve), and that should be enough to get you to a fuel station. But now you know the secret to keeping track of your fuel mileage. Rest assured, that bulbs are a fairly easy replacement. But sometimes, wiring can be the culprit of faulty lights, or lights that don't come on at all. Anyway, I hope that helps! The best of luck, and you'll have to keep me updated!
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever yeah that's helps alot I definitely have some lights out or wiring problem cos only the red lights light up. I'd like to be able to reset the odometer to zero but it doesnt have that option. It's just a straight up tachometer that shows only the entire mileage. So I have to watch how many miles I've gone and I gas up often. I'm gonna be working on that and changing the oil and filter on it. Thanks for replying you're always a big help when I can't find the answer and I appreciate it! Hopefully I'll eventually straighten everything out one thing at a time. Thanks alot - Jay @ #undyingpresents
@@Undying_Presents Oh no problem! And absolutely you will! Don't try to take on one too many different tasks at once. It's all too easy to get overwhelmed when replacing different things. You might be able to get the type of tachometer that has the little knob you turn in order to reset the mileage. It shouldn't be very hard to find at all if the one you have might not work for you. They might actually make gauges that you can install as well. But you can definitely change the setup. An amp meter should be able to help you to determine what wire might be the cause of the issue. But also check the bulbs. Sometimes it's as simple as a shorted out bulb, or something making contact where it shouldn't. But definitely let me know if you run into any other riddles. Luckily they aren't too hard to figure out. But you definitely have a very good bike that with the right amount of care, will certainly take care of you right back!
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever Quick question? My supposedly " new" tires are starting to show cracks after I have been riding it. At first they weren't there and it looked like good new tires yet now are showing cracks. I'm guessing cos it was in storage and not driven and even tho I want to ride now I have to take care of the tires. Should it cost more having the rear tire put on due to it being shaft driven? Sorry for so many questions but thanks for your patience and all your advice on what to do. I'm gonna get the oil changed first while I wait on tires to be done next. Thanks again as always and I appreciate you 🙏
@@Undying_Presents Have you checked the fluid levels in the reservoir? Because if your clutch is real spongy and there's no resistance, you might have low fluid levels
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever they look low and do probably need to be changed. It rode fine the other day and I got on it yesterday then felt the clutch pulled back with no resistance but I don't see a leak. I'll probably have to bleed it out and add new fluids. Im not too sure how the best way to do it and if that's actually the problem. I've been looking at the service manual all morning and I think I know how to do it but I'm not quite sure 100% Thanks for replying (I subbed nice bikes you have!)
@@Undying_Presents Definitely start with emptying what little fluid is left in the reservoir out with a turkey baster or an eyedropper. But do this very carefully. Also, exercise caution when removing the rubber diaphragm (so as not to tear it). If the fluid levels are that low, then it would stand to perfect reason why the clutch lever has no resistance, much to the same degree that when your brake fluid reservoir is low, or air gets into the lines, your brake lever is going to feel very soft and also have no resistance. Bleeding procedures are pretty much the same. The fact that most things on this particular bike are hydraulic, makes it a learning process. But it sounds to me like you have the right idea. Let me know if you run into any issues. But as you bleed the system, the clutch should start to stiffen up.
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever ok thank you very much for your assistance I'm getting the fluid now and then I'm going to do what you said. I'll be putting in the top instead pushing up backwards with a syringe. ( Unless I have to go that route) I love my bike and definitely want my Intruder back on the road. Thanks for replying I need all the help I can get since I'm learning as I go. I appreciate it ! 🙏
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever ok sorry to bother you but it's an 87 and it says it has wet clutch. What kinda fluid do I need? Will DOT 4 brake fluid work? And is it ok if it's synthetic? The guy at AutoZone says it will work but I thought I would ask you? Thanks again
@@57HarleyDavidson Oh wow, I don't know why I thought you had a Camaro. But I do remember you mentioning the Polaris and being a little too restricted on where you could ride it. And that's a shame, because Land is disappearing just about everywhere to make room for housing developments. I feel like there's nowhere to enjoy off-roading toys anymore.
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever *Quite bad* As I'm still a 10th grader, so I am a bit confused 😕, but I'm trying to catch up, my preparatory exams are still going on, so I'm not getting free time nowadays... Btw how are you? It's been a while since I haven't talked...😄
@@BLOGOFASHISH All you can do is keep your head above the water there, and as much as possible. That means don't let yourself be radicalized by social pressures and toxic masculinity. In other words, (don't follow everything you see on social media). You just keep your grades up and invest as much in yourself as possible and you'll do great! As for me, I'm doing very well for myself. Finished college, got myself a cushy career. So things are going well. But do I miss being a student sometimes? (Definitely). Lol
Hey, I saw you in plenty of comments. You can guess from where lol. I'm just wondering, is there any particular reason why u have been posting them. I have seen u in plenty of videos with comments ranging from a month ago to as old as 2 years lol. Edit: Oh nvm 10 day old lol Edit: nvm just 40 minutes ago lol
I see u replied something which was offensive and got deleted. I mean no harm, just really I actually am on ur side. Relaxxx Edit: nah was just an emoji, maa bad
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever Oh nvm it was just an emoji, lol took some time to get here. Seriously, just curious. I see u made comments on "wahmen driving fail" videos where they were harmless and actually pretty convincing. To most of ur comments seeming pretty off & bitter these days. u okay?? I feel like social media & those algorithms really do a number on us sometimes lol
@@dishwas_her1160 Haha, no. It's all in good fun. I have a good time going on all those videos and talking myself up for the simple fact that I can prove and back everything I say. I've been winning at my own game when it comes to that for many decades. It's just a fun little past time. Although a lot of people get pretty offended by it. But I sort of prey on that because if that's the kind of person they are, then I just tend to have even more fun with it. Lol
I had one 3 years and it was probably the best of the V twin motorcycles. Power everywhere, smooth running, fantastic sound and shaft driven. Brakes need improvement but it is not hard get done. The kicked out front end is fantastic on the road but can be a problem when low speed maneuvering in tighter spaces. I wish they had put another two gallons of fuel capacity in the tank.
I found it had one really bad fault that depending where you ride you might not ever encounter. In hot weather with heavy stop and go traffic the hydraulic assisted clutch would boil the fluid. You was not going anywhere till it cooled.
I'm actually glad you gave me the heads up on that. So far I've never had that happen to me. But that doesn't mean it couldn't at some point. The brake's definitely could use a little bit of tweaking. I'm not particularly used to having both a front and rear disc. To be honest, I like the rear drum assembly a little better on the 800. But overall, terrific bike! Such a smooth ride and very nice handling! And you can't be the classic look. 😎👌
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever I only had clutch boil three times in the time I owed the bike. While at Rolling Thunder, a rally in the Black Hills and Daytona. Not your normal situation for sure. I bought a new Suzuki front wheel that with new wheel spacers fit perfectly and was drilled and taped for dual disc brake rotors. Got the other items at a salvage yard for motorcycles. I am sure it will cost more now but in 1999 I only spent about 400 bucks. I only needed one finger on the brake lever to stop and two fingers would slide the front tire.
Very close good friend has the bike now. Engine assembly has never been touched except oil and spark plug changes, paint still very good. She has made 103,751 miles with only two owners. Metzler 888 tires are really nice on this Bike and will last 18 to 20 thousand miles.
@@WalterJohnson-er7bt holy cow! That is a LOT of miles! And one VERY reliable bike!
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever I saw your other post and my guess is you lost the hose or the seal in the cylinder. The clutch uses brake fluid in the release system. The bit about a wet clutch you read means the clutch itself runs inside the engine cases bathed in engine oil.
I just bought a heritage Softail, but I absolutely refuse to part with my 98 VS1400, same color as yours. My wife and I have had too many wonderful weekend rides on it to ever let it go. Thank you for the video!
@@oldtimer4888 I am so blessed to hear this! It's always great hearing from people that share my passion for this particular bike. I don't know what it is about the Suzukis, but they just seem like the most reliable bikes on the market. I certainly hope you and your wife are still enjoying the ride! 😎👌
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These have always been the “other bike” but they are sweet. The hardware is unique
@@1BuckeyeRob I agree! I know most people seem to like Harley-Davidsons. But I prefer a bike that starts up without a deafening "clunk' or the possibility of launching the bendix through the starter housing and clear across a parking lot. The compression on this bike is nice and even. -Never leaks, doesn't vibrate apart. But the overall design and architecture of it are what truly sold me back in 2013. But when I took the test drive, (all bets were off). I ended up bringing it home the very next day. Lol!
Hope you're still out there rolling iron!
@@1BuckeyeRob I was looking at an 883 and then a marauder until I saw the 87 Suzuki Intruder vs700 and I really liked the body style. I like the pull back handle bars and to me it's comfortable to ride.
You totally roght, intruders are great, i also have a suzuki marauder vz800 the only diference are the fat front tire...excelent bike too, question...did you put a fuel filter in any bike of yours..i been having issues with my carbs...
@@alfrak2003 You definitely have great taste in bikes! 😎👌 And yes, they are absolutely amazingly reliable. I've never been stranded with these bikes once. But I can't say I've ever changed the filter in either of them. If you're having trouble with your carb, what I would do is run some carburetor cleaner through. You could also you seafoam. But seafoam is extremely potent so you would have to dilute it or use very little. My favorite carb cleaner is "gum out." That seems to free up anything that might be sticking. And of course when you put it away for the winter time, always find a good fuel stabilizer so that the fuel that's still sitting inside your carburetor doesn't get all gooey.
Love your bikes!!! And the red ones got some chop
@@peacedemon9457 Many thanks! Always fun hearing from someone that knows a good thing when they see it. ☺️👌
👌👌 cheeyaaah
I have a question if don't mind. Mine i got used and I'm still working on servicing it. It's a it's the 1987 vs700 and I was wondering about the lights or lack of them such a fuel gauge.
But my question is should it show when it's in neutral etc?
Or is some of my lights out?
When I start it or turn the key on it shows the 2 red lights and that's all.
Thanks for all your help so far
@@Undying_Presents
I would say you've definitely got some lights out that aren't showing on the little black box under your handlebars. If it's in neutral, a (green square with an N in the middle) should be lighting up. One of the red squares will mean your temperature is high and that your radiator will be kicking on if it's liquid cooled. Most bikes don't come with a fuel gauge. There are a few exceptions out there. But when you go to fuel up, (always reset the odometer back to zero). I'm not sure what the tank capacity is for the 700. But I would say when it reaches 90, hit the pump and fuel up, but don't forget to reset the odometer back to zero again. That is what I've been doing with all of my bikes for decades. And I've never found myself stranded. If you do end up stranded, flip the valve under your tank to (reserve), and that should be enough to get you to a fuel station. But now you know the secret to keeping track of your fuel mileage. Rest assured, that bulbs are a fairly easy replacement. But sometimes, wiring can be the culprit of faulty lights, or lights that don't come on at all. Anyway, I hope that helps! The best of luck, and you'll have to keep me updated!
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever yeah that's helps alot I definitely have some lights out or wiring problem cos only the red lights light up.
I'd like to be able to reset the odometer to zero but it doesnt have that option.
It's just a straight up tachometer that shows only the entire mileage.
So I have to watch how many miles I've gone and I gas up often.
I'm gonna be working on that and changing the oil and filter on it.
Thanks for replying you're always a big help when I can't find the answer and I appreciate it! Hopefully I'll eventually straighten everything out one thing at a time. Thanks alot - Jay @ #undyingpresents
@@Undying_Presents Oh no problem! And absolutely you will! Don't try to take on one too many different tasks at once. It's all too easy to get overwhelmed when replacing different things. You might be able to get the type of tachometer that has the little knob you turn in order to reset the mileage. It shouldn't be very hard to find at all if the one you have might not work for you. They might actually make gauges that you can install as well. But you can definitely change the setup.
An amp meter should be able to help you to determine what wire might be the cause of the issue. But also check the bulbs. Sometimes it's as simple as a shorted out bulb, or something making contact where it shouldn't. But definitely let me know if you run into any other riddles. Luckily they aren't too hard to figure out. But you definitely have a very good bike that with the right amount of care, will certainly take care of you right back!
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever Quick question? My supposedly " new" tires are starting to show cracks after I have been riding it.
At first they weren't there and it looked like good new tires yet now are showing cracks. I'm guessing cos it was in storage and not driven and even tho I want to ride now I have to take care of the tires.
Should it cost more having the rear tire put on due to it being shaft driven?
Sorry for so many questions but thanks for your patience and all your advice on what to do.
I'm gonna get the oil changed first while I wait on tires to be done next.
Thanks again as always and I appreciate you 🙏
Just got an 87 Intruder and im having a loose/spongey clutch and not quite what it is
@@Undying_Presents
Have you checked the fluid levels in the reservoir? Because if your clutch is real spongy and there's no resistance, you might have low fluid levels
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever they look low and do probably need to be changed. It rode fine the other day and I got on it yesterday then felt the clutch pulled back with no resistance but I don't see a leak. I'll probably have to bleed it out and add new fluids.
Im not too sure how the best way to do it and if that's actually the problem. I've been looking at the service manual all morning and I think I know how to do it but I'm not quite sure 100%
Thanks for replying (I subbed nice bikes you have!)
@@Undying_Presents Definitely start with emptying what little fluid is left in the reservoir out with a turkey baster or an eyedropper. But do this very carefully. Also, exercise caution when removing the rubber diaphragm (so as not to tear it). If the fluid levels are that low, then it would stand to perfect reason why the clutch lever has no resistance, much to the same degree that when your brake fluid reservoir is low, or air gets into the lines, your brake lever is going to feel very soft and also have no resistance. Bleeding procedures are pretty much the same. The fact that most things on this particular bike are hydraulic, makes it a learning process. But it sounds to me like you have the right idea. Let me know if you run into any issues. But as you bleed the system, the clutch should start to stiffen up.
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever ok thank you very much for your assistance I'm getting the fluid now and then I'm going to do what you said. I'll be putting in the top instead pushing up backwards with a syringe. ( Unless I have to go that route) I love my bike and definitely want my Intruder back on the road.
Thanks for replying I need all the help I can get since I'm learning as I go. I appreciate it ! 🙏
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever ok sorry to bother you but it's an 87 and it says it has wet clutch. What kinda fluid do I need? Will DOT 4 brake fluid work? And is it ok if it's synthetic? The guy at AutoZone says it will work but I thought I would ask you?
Thanks again
Hey, how are you doing? Nice Bikes.
@@57HarleyDavidson Hey man! How's things??
And thanks. Still roll'n strong. U still have that Camaro?
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever The Polaris you mean, No sold it a while ago :( because there was no place to ride it.
@@57HarleyDavidson Oh wow, I don't know why I thought you had a Camaro. But I do remember you mentioning the Polaris and being a little too restricted on where you could ride it. And that's a shame, because Land is disappearing just about everywhere to make room for housing developments. I feel like there's nowhere to enjoy off-roading toys anymore.
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever They keep building damn housing, condos, gas stations, store's etc. instead
Hey ya remember me 😃
@@BLOGOFASHISH Hey you! Been a long time! How's life?
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever *Quite bad* As I'm still a 10th grader, so I am a bit confused 😕, but I'm trying to catch up, my preparatory exams are still going on, so I'm not getting free time nowadays... Btw how are you? It's been a while since I haven't talked...😄
@@BLOGOFASHISH
All you can do is keep your head above the water there, and as much as possible. That means don't let yourself be radicalized by social pressures and toxic masculinity. In other words, (don't follow everything you see on social media). You just keep your grades up and invest as much in yourself as possible and you'll do great! As for me, I'm doing very well for myself. Finished college, got myself a cushy career. So things are going well. But do I miss being a student sometimes? (Definitely). Lol
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever I'm happy to hear about that! So I'm new on the channel, that's why I want you to tell me about your channel :)
Wait a minute, how do u both know each other. You're in 10th grade & from India. What am I missing?? lol
Invicta = (narcissist).
-So does owning 2 bikes.
Okaayyy ... All I'm going to say to that is (I get what I've worked for). -Nothing's been handed to me.
Hey, I saw you in plenty of comments. You can guess from where lol. I'm just wondering, is there any particular reason why u have been posting them. I have seen u in plenty of videos with comments ranging from a month ago to as old as 2 years lol.
Edit: Oh nvm 10 day old lol
Edit: nvm just 40 minutes ago lol
@@dishwas_her1160 😄
I see u replied something which was offensive and got deleted. I mean no harm, just really I actually am on ur side.
Relaxxx
Edit: nah was just an emoji, maa bad
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever Oh nvm it was just an emoji, lol took some time to get here.
Seriously, just curious. I see u made comments on "wahmen driving fail" videos where they were harmless and actually pretty convincing. To most of ur comments seeming pretty off & bitter these days. u okay??
I feel like social media & those algorithms really do a number on us sometimes lol
@@dishwas_her1160 Haha, no. It's all in good fun. I have a good time going on all those videos and talking myself up for the simple fact that I can prove and back everything I say. I've been winning at my own game when it comes to that for many decades. It's just a fun little past time. Although a lot of people get pretty offended by it. But I sort of prey on that because if that's the kind of person they are, then I just tend to have even more fun with it. Lol
@@SteelCowGirl4Ever Cornball💀