Get some Rox straps to put over the top of the top case. Or Bungee cords if you need to drill a small hole in your fender to put a hook through. The Yamaha Virago 250's were selling in the USA for $4,8000.00 new not too long ago. It's a small light bike, It's a great learner bike if you have any friends who want to learn to ride.
Those 250s are a lot of fun and surprisingly capable too. Top box really suits too. Some sort of bracket for the mirrors would be simple so you can position the brake lever angle how you want them. Nice one Chris.
Cruz tools make Indian motorcycle specific tool rolls. Take a look at what's included in their kit and make your own kit up with better quality gear... with a few added extras to get you by, like zip ties, tape...etc.
You could replace the leavers with motocross (dog leg) leavers, the Indian bikes are metric, take the tools needed to remove the seat and saddle bags due to the electronics on these bike IF they fail there's not much you can do at the side of the road, make a list of the dealerships in the areas your going (just in case)
Congrats on the new Jane Jnr. As for tools, do you have a tool roll? If yes, pack spanners, shifter, Allen keys, pliers, duct tape, cable ties, Stanley knife and puncture repair kit. That would be some basics. But there is always Murphy’s law of “The tool you need, is the one you didn’t pack” .
A new Calamity Jane Jnr, now that's more like it, much better than that 60s drinks cabinet you had, Great little runaround, I had the 750 version during the early eighties for sand racing, bin the mirrors and get some small bar end ones,....As for emergency tools and gadgets be careful you don't over think things and end up with a workshop attached to your bike, you only need to worry about a flat tyre, a low battery and fuel, that's assuming you have given the bike a full service, the most important gadget is your phone, keep it charged,... Hey keep us updated with your new furry rat conversion,... Have a great holiday Chris,... OAP Wales UK.
All you need is a 12 inch shifter , screw driver , a pair of long nose pliers , may be cable ties and electrical tape or if you have a friend who is a mechanic take him / her . Have a great Christmas Day and a happy new year . I look forward to your videos in 2025 👍
Lovely ✨👍 you can swap out handlebars to semi rise any configuration that suit you, actually there's a small company in Australia that make's handle Bars ✨👍
Hi Christine, great looking bike, congratulations. with regard to your brake lever issue, one thing i thought of was if your remove your current mirrors and replace them with a Bar-End set. This will enable you to swing your brake lever up to where you need it. as an extra comfort thing, you could install a set of adjustable levers if you find they are still too far to reach. Kind Regards Indiana
Look at that saweeet CJJr. Jesus what have you done to that already! 😄 Tools- you’re lucky the Vintage is an Indian. Not much to worry about that you really can’t fix on the fly. A good omen is a 10mm wrench. What I always have in my bag is a small adjustable crescent wrench. For things you can access (clutch cable adjustment, brake levers and the sort) it’s helpful.
What year is the 250 Virago? Yep you can change over the brake lever to suit. I have got two of them both 250cc, a 1997 with over 202,000kms on her dial & a 2001 with almost 19,000kms on her dial. That one had sat for 11 yrs in a garage and she didn't need much doing to get her running again. Just remember that the tank is only 9.5 Litres. Oil & filter change is 1.6 Litre of oil. With out changing the filter is 1.4 L. The Yamaha Virago is no longer been made as they switched over to the Drag Star. Parts are still available via Aus, Japan or even in NZ. Lots still been sold in NZ. They are great machines and they just keep on going and going. Great for city for lanesplitting/filtering. Also great on the open roads to, just be aware of where gas stations are tho. Test run your bike re petrol consumption... approx 200kms when you need to change over to prime for reserve tank, is when the bike jerks a bit... then you have about 30 kms to get some gas. They are much lighter to handle and easy to ride, but don't be shocked at the weight of her should ever drop her. Leave the wing mirrors on as they great to see what the hell is coming up from behind you. Plus we virago riders know those mirrors from a distance 🙂 Yep adjust the handlebars to suit your riding style.. Secure that bag on the back much tighter, the weight of groceries will take you off balance. I just use a backpack on my back and sometimes need a supermarket softbag sitting on my tank attached thru my backpack chest straps. 🙂 The manual for the 250 is online and has everything in it. Have fun and enjoy hooning around town on the Virago.🙂 I have also ridden a 1981 Virago 750cc... they are big and heavy. 🙂NZ
@@andreacrashe9894 thanks so much for that info it’s a 1999 .. i’ll do a bit of a run today get fuel etc .. it’s got 42,000 ks in it .. merry xmas and thanks again
@@thecreativecruiser *You will love riding her.... to be at one with her... Oh and do not forget to lock the bike when she is out of sight. I have a small D disc lock to go thru the brake disc and a huge chain for the rear wheel, which need be can go around a pole.. bikes are easily stolen these days. The 1997 model was 3 yrs old when I got her in 2000 with only 2,900kms on her dial.... I have done all the rest. The 2001 only had 3,800kms on her when I got her 18 months ago.. To change the oil...the oil nut is on the left side under the bike, behind the side stand. To fill her with oil is on the right side with the black plastic wingnut thingee. The oil filter is also on the right had side on the side of the engine 3 screws to remove..*
Call a friend to set up the bars and brakes for you, it will save your wrist and stop your bike faster. Stay safe and have a great Christmas and new year.
Pull the bars back you are leaning too far forward. Sure fire way to back ache and fatigue. Could try shorter adjustable levers, someone suggested bar ends, good fix, you could also try the old school mirrors that have brackets that fit onto the bar, they were common on bikes in the past. Also many subscribers gave sensible suggestions re tools, my experience with American cruisers is buy a kit (metric) from somewhere like MCAS and a couple of plugs, just be sure that you have a suitable plug spanner, a small can of WD40 and the tyre items and jump box you already have. One thing to think about is inflating a flat or topping up tyre pressure, the CO2 bottles that come with the tyre repair kits are not usually adequate to inflate a tyre to correct pressure. I have a small rechargeable tyre inflator that can easily inflate a Harley rear from flat. I also ditched the tyre repair kit and just have a bottle of that green tyre repair stuff in the saddle bag. Those tyre inflators are about $70.00 at Bunnings. Hope you have safe travels and don't need to use tools at all. I have enjoyed the videos this year and look forward to next years offerings.Merry Christmas.
Get some Rox straps to put over the top of the top case. Or Bungee cords if you need to drill a small hole in your fender to put a hook through.
The Yamaha Virago 250's were selling in the USA for $4,8000.00 new not too long ago. It's a small light bike, It's a great learner bike if you have any friends who want to learn to ride.
Ah Virago 250. My first road bike. Bloody awesome little bike with a great reliable motor. Enjoy mate!
Variety, the spice of life!! Love it!
Love how you call a spade a spade Chris. No BS
Looks great Chris 👌😉👍 Merry Christmas to you too 🥳
Those 250s are a lot of fun and surprisingly capable too. Top box really suits too. Some sort of bracket for the mirrors would be simple so you can position the brake lever angle how you want them. Nice one Chris.
Maybe some adjustable levers if you can fit them, then some underslung bar ends. Essential tools, would be a puncture repair kit and a pump.
Merry Christmas and Happy new year.
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Another Great video Chris. Merry Christmas mate x.
Cruz tools make Indian motorcycle specific tool rolls. Take a look at what's included in their kit and make your own kit up with better quality gear... with a few added extras to get you by, like zip ties, tape...etc.
@@sidkrohme thanks for that .. i’ll check that out !! great tip ..
Soooo fabulous
Wishing you happy and safe travels in 2025
Well done, you’re powering ahead in life
Hugs and Love Chris 💕💐
Multi grips are pretty handy
Great pickup Chris, Merry Christmas and a happy and safe New Year xx
And a happy new year to you to .
Merry Christmas from Tennessee!
Hi ,I’d have called her Rusty Jane ,great vids my love keep em coming ,Mike UK .
You could replace the leavers with motocross (dog leg) leavers, the Indian bikes are metric, take the tools needed to remove the seat and saddle bags due to the electronics on these bike IF they fail there's not much you can do at the side of the road, make a list of the dealerships in the areas your going (just in case)
Congrats on the new Jane Jnr.
As for tools, do you have a tool roll? If yes, pack spanners, shifter, Allen keys, pliers, duct tape, cable ties, Stanley knife and puncture repair kit. That would be some basics. But there is always Murphy’s law of “The tool you need, is the one you didn’t pack” .
Turn the controls :)
And omg at the turtle!!!!!!
A new Calamity Jane Jnr, now that's more like it, much better than that 60s drinks cabinet you had, Great little runaround, I had the 750 version during the early eighties for sand racing, bin the mirrors and get some small bar end ones,....As for emergency tools and gadgets be careful you don't over think things and end up with a workshop attached to your bike, you only need to worry about a flat tyre, a low battery and fuel, that's assuming you have given the bike a full service, the most important gadget is your phone, keep it charged,... Hey keep us updated with your new furry rat conversion,... Have a great holiday Chris,... OAP Wales UK.
thansk mate... merry xmas and happy new year
All you need is a 12 inch shifter , screw driver , a pair of long nose pliers , may be cable ties and electrical tape or if you have a friend who is a mechanic take him / her .
Have a great Christmas Day and a happy new year . I look forward to your videos in 2025 👍
Merry Christmas and happy new year Chris love the Yamaha all the best
Nite
too cool
Lovely ✨👍 you can swap out handlebars to semi rise any configuration that suit you, actually there's a small company in Australia that make's handle Bars ✨👍
yes i might do that... i dont like apes at all
If Wally and calamity were to have a baby… Jane Junior could be that child. Congratulations merry Christmas. Happy new year and safe travels.
@@soganoflarider hahaha exactly !! never thought of that ! merry Xmas
Have a Great, Safe and Merry Christmas... 🎄
Hi Christine, great looking bike, congratulations. with regard to your brake lever issue, one thing i thought of was if your remove your current mirrors and replace them with a Bar-End set. This will enable you to swing your brake lever up to where you need it. as an extra comfort thing, you could install a set of adjustable levers if you find they are still too far to reach.
Kind Regards Indiana
@@3ducatis thanks yes ordered some yesterday !! great minds merry xmas .. thanks again
Suggestion for a name for the new bike. Tonto. As in the Indian offsider of the Lone Ranger. ie, the non-Indian offsider to the Indians.
like that!!!
Look at that saweeet CJJr. Jesus what have you done to that already! 😄
Tools- you’re lucky the Vintage is an Indian. Not much to worry about that you really can’t fix on the fly. A good omen is a 10mm wrench. What I always have in my bag is a small adjustable crescent wrench. For things you can access (clutch cable adjustment, brake levers and the sort) it’s helpful.
@@BillHall-f7n xx thanks bill
What year is the 250 Virago? Yep you can change over the brake lever to suit. I have got two of them both 250cc, a 1997 with over 202,000kms on her dial & a 2001 with almost 19,000kms on her dial. That one had sat for 11 yrs in a garage and she didn't need much doing to get her running again. Just remember that the tank is only 9.5 Litres. Oil & filter change is 1.6 Litre of oil. With out changing the filter is 1.4 L. The Yamaha Virago is no longer been made as they switched over to the Drag Star. Parts are still available via Aus, Japan or even in NZ. Lots still been sold in NZ. They are great machines and they just keep on going and going. Great for city for lanesplitting/filtering. Also great on the open roads to, just be aware of where gas stations are tho. Test run your bike re petrol consumption... approx 200kms when you need to change over to prime for reserve tank, is when the bike jerks a bit... then you have about 30 kms to get some gas. They are much lighter to handle and easy to ride, but don't be shocked at the weight of her should ever drop her. Leave the wing mirrors on as they great to see what the hell is coming up from behind you. Plus we virago riders know those mirrors from a distance 🙂 Yep adjust the handlebars to suit your riding style.. Secure that bag on the back much tighter, the weight of groceries will take you off balance. I just use a backpack on my back and sometimes need a supermarket softbag sitting on my tank attached thru my backpack chest straps. 🙂 The manual for the 250 is online and has everything in it. Have fun and enjoy hooning around town on the Virago.🙂 I have also ridden a 1981 Virago 750cc... they are big and heavy. 🙂NZ
@@andreacrashe9894 thanks so much for that info it’s a 1999 .. i’ll do a bit of a run today get fuel etc .. it’s got 42,000 ks in it .. merry xmas and thanks again
@@thecreativecruiser *You will love riding her.... to be at one with her... Oh and do not forget to lock the bike when she is out of sight. I have a small D disc lock to go thru the brake disc and a huge chain for the rear wheel, which need be can go around a pole.. bikes are easily stolen these days. The 1997 model was 3 yrs old when I got her in 2000 with only 2,900kms on her dial.... I have done all the rest. The 2001 only had 3,800kms on her when I got her 18 months ago.. To change the oil...the oil nut is on the left side under the bike, behind the side stand. To fill her with oil is on the right side with the black plastic wingnut thingee. The oil filter is also on the right had side on the side of the engine 3 screws to remove..*
Call a friend to set up the bars and brakes for you, it will save your wrist and stop your bike faster. Stay safe and have a great Christmas and new year.
Shifter allenkeys flathead star screwdrivers have a good Christmas
Cool video. Subscribed.
@@SteveM109r thanks mate
Pull the bars back you are leaning too far forward. Sure fire way to back ache and fatigue. Could try shorter adjustable levers, someone suggested bar ends, good fix, you could also try the old school mirrors that have brackets that fit onto the bar, they were common on bikes in the past. Also many subscribers gave sensible suggestions re tools, my experience with American cruisers is buy a kit (metric) from somewhere like MCAS and a couple of plugs, just be sure that you have a suitable plug spanner, a small can of WD40 and the tyre items and jump box you already have. One thing to think about is inflating a flat or topping up tyre pressure, the CO2 bottles that come with the tyre repair kits are not usually adequate to inflate a tyre to correct pressure. I have a small rechargeable tyre inflator that can easily inflate a Harley rear from flat. I also ditched the tyre repair kit and just have a bottle of that green tyre repair stuff in the saddle bag. Those tyre inflators are about $70.00 at Bunnings.
Hope you have safe travels and don't need to use tools at all. I have enjoyed the videos this year and look forward to next years offerings.Merry Christmas.
@@CliffBuckley-f5b thanks mate .. good advice .. much appreciated and merry xmas .. thanks for the support
Hey that handyman does he want more wk ?
@@nellyjane21 yes .. i’ll give yuh his number ?
Taking Calamity to Europe? The only tool you'll need is a credit card...lol
@@gregory8282 yeh i believe so !! it will be her last overseas adventure