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VFR800R

50 posts recovered 6 threads started First seen 17 Apr 2008 Last seen 22 Feb 2020

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6 in the archive
  1. Hell for Leather review of the VFR1200F (spoiler: it's harsh) VFR800R 25 14 Jul 2010 5 Oct 2010 VFR800R · 14 Jul 2010 – 5 Oct 2010
  2. Steering Head Bearings - Secret to Installing the Lower Race? VFR800R 21 3 Jun 2010 24 Sep 2012 VFR800R · 3 Jun 2010 – 24 Sep 2012
  3. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) VFR800R 111 29 Nov 2009 22 Feb 2020 VFR800R · 29 Nov 2009 – 22 Feb 2020
  4. Honda Dual-clutch Transmission For... VFR800R 2 24 Dec 2008 27 Dec 2008 VFR800R · 24 Dec 2008 – 27 Dec 2008
  5. Vfr800 In Two Wheels Only Sports-tourer Comparo VFR800R 9 2 Dec 2008 2 Dec 2008 VFR800R · 2 Dec 2008 – 2 Dec 2008
  6. Tiforce (single) Exhaust On My Vtec VFR800R 10 17 Apr 2008 18 Apr 2008 VFR800R · 17 Apr 2008 – 18 Apr 2008

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  1. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 22 Feb 2020 21:05 7 hours ago, BiKenG Sorry to dredge all this up again, but just came across this. What the hell does it mean? I guess 214mm is the forkleg centre spacing and that matches what Honda often use on larger bikes, but what's…
  2. LZR-17 _ VFR800 PROJECT _ V4R 5 Mar 2017 20:15 Make sure you measure the ZX-10R forks carefully for tube diameter. The CBR954RR triples are 50mm upper/54mm lower. I bought a 2011 ZX-10R fork to measure it hoping to use them in my 954 triples, and I think they were…
  3. Gsxr Mirrors On 6th Gen 2 May 2016 23:44 Sorry I'm late to the party. I'm still in. I will be incommunicado for the next two and a half weeks, but I will join in on the buy when I get back. Lacy
  4. Gsxr Mirror Mounts For 6Th Gen Bikes Taking Orders Now 15 Nov 2015 21:46 I'm still in for one 6th gen set as well. Lacy
  5. Gsxr Mirrors On 6th Gen 11 Nov 2015 17:50 Amazing work. This is something I've always been interested in, but I didn't realize how close you have come to production. Please add me to the list for a 6th gen set, just tell me where to send the PayPal payment and…
  6. New Battery On My Old Fat Slow Bike. Light Weight Or Heavy? 8 Dec 2013 02:30 I have a Shorai in my 2004 VFR800 that I'm very happy with. Crazy light (don't have my weight sheet close by) and excellent build quality (the case states it was designed in Japan but assembled in China). I have also…
  7. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 9 Aug 2011 17:48 As we're getting ready to move again (this time from Groton, CT to Poulsbo, WA), I realized that I never really took "final" photos of the VFR and posted them to my build thread. So, here are a couple: VFR800 Front…
  8. Going single side-exit 3 Jun 2011 20:13 Here's a shot of that fantastic Repsol VTEC (with its undertail panel): [image: Posted Image] I think the builder may be a member on here... Lacy
  9. Going single side-exit 3 Jun 2011 20:05 [image: View Post]MrHeeltoe, on 03 June 2011 - 01:44 PM, said: I saw a photo on here of a Aussie guy who went single side exit on the exhaust using an older VFR system. I liked the look, and coupled with a header am…
  10. Crossrunner - First ride impression 1 Apr 2011 02:01 [image: View Post]DDO-VFR, on 31 March 2011 - 07:30 PM, said: Visordown first ride impression. You lucky buggers in Europe.... :angry: Visordown Brian I like how some of this sounds for us VFR800 VTEC owners: "The mid…
  11. 2010-11 Winter Mods/Maintenance Thread 20 Nov 2010 15:32 Well, since my inverted fork conversion dragged on through the summer and didn't get finished until October, I now only have minor additions to do over the winter. Which is completely backwards from how it should go...…
  12. Fork Swap - Steering stem? 18 Nov 2010 02:17 [image: View Post]V4 Rosso, on 17 November 2010 - 02:34 PM, said: According to JZH's list the 08/09 Fireblade has different fork spacing than earlier models. Here is the list originally made by JZH. He took his list…
  13. Fake Ohlins forks 11 Nov 2010 16:38 Fake Ohlins... Faux-hlins?!? It sounds better when you say it than it looks on paper (or the computer screen)... Nice, but now there will be a rash of cheap Ohlins forks popping up on eBay with Showa or Kayaba part…
  14. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 29 Oct 2010 23:59 KPerham For what it's worth, the RC51 and VFR use the same clutch slave cylinder. So you can swap out the master for a better looking (Possibly better clearance, too) match to the brake reservoir. Probably the CBR, as…
  15. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 29 Oct 2010 23:55 I went for a brief (less than 10 miles) test ride this afternoon just before dark. Here are a couple of photos; I apologize for the poor quality, they were taken with my iPhone. Although the graininess does hide the…
  16. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 24 Oct 2010 03:04 Well, I finally finished putting the bike together today. The first ride test will follow shortly. Until then, here is a visual tour of the changes made to the bike. For those of you who are clean freaks, beware: it's…
  17. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 23 Oct 2010 23:08 [image: gallery_10025_5394_700170.jpg] It's done... Stand by for more to come...
  18. Hell for Leather review of the VFR1200F (spoiler: it's harsh) 14 Jul 2010 01:46 So, after reading the previous topic about the MCN review of the VFR1200F, I thought I should share the following review (for the folks who don't read HFL): Hell for Leather: 2010 Honda VFR1200F "I should have known…
  19. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 23 Jun 2010 22:39 All right, time for some beauty shots... [image: gallery_10025_5394_69336.jpg] I found a place in New Bedford, MA, that does powdercoating and machining ( Allpage Inc. ). They stripped the 8 spoke Enkei 3rd generation…
  20. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 23 Jun 2010 21:51 RustyA VFR800R, nice job! :computer-noworky: How do you like the wheel paint? Rusty, Thanks! The wheel paint turned out awesome; I was just going to leave the triple bare, but guilt took over and I decided to shoot it…
  21. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 23 Jun 2010 00:38 Veefer800Canuck Very cool. Can't wait for the finished product. I wanted to convert my bike to radial brakes using adaptors for the RC51 forks and use 330mm CBR 929/854 rotors, but the extra expense was a deterrent. So…
  22. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 23 Jun 2010 00:16 I installed the All Balls steering bearing set (thanks HS for your great maintenance guide!) and then moved on to the next stage. Here are a few shots of the triple after installation; you can see how the new stops…
  23. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 22 Jun 2010 23:39 I'll start the update with the teardown. First, the fairings came off and were scattered around the garage. Then I put my motorcycle jack under the bike and slid a couple of 2x4 chunks under the oil pan to lift the bike…
  24. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 18 Jun 2010 03:09 Pete McCrary VFR800R Folks, A little spy shot (or preview) of what is coming: If you look hard enough, there are a few interesting things in the photo. There's evidence of one massive failed project hidden in there,…
  25. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 16 Jun 2010 20:17 toro1 Is that a front mount radiator I spy in the box back there? Good eye, Toro. Good eye. There are actually a couple of them floating around the garage. I would bet that you looked at other radiator arrangements for…
  26. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 16 Jun 2010 19:33 Folks, A little spy shot (or preview) of what is coming: [image: gallery_10025_5394_486498.jpg] If you look hard enough, there are a few interesting things in the photo. There's evidence of one massive failed project…
  27. Steering Head Bearings - Secret to Installing the Lower Race? 4 Jun 2010 03:01 Awesome, this is why I love this place and you guys. I drove in the lower race this afternoon using the old race, no problem. Thanks a ton! Lacy
  28. Steering Head Bearings - Secret to Installing the Lower Race? 3 Jun 2010 16:47 Thanks guys, that was what I was looking for. I'll try using the old race as a driver tonight. Seb, I'm installing All Balls bearings, so thanks for the note on the height difference. Although, the stock forks aren't…
  29. Steering Head Bearings - Secret to Installing the Lower Race? 3 Jun 2010 02:26 All right you maintenance geniuses, I have a question (and I Searched, but found nothing specific to help). I'm replacing my steering head bearings ('04 VTEC) with All Balls tapered bearings (per HS's guide). I drove…
  30. Need Info On Hrc Kits 29 May 2010 22:47 [image: View Post]Mysta2, on 28 May 2010 - 10:52 AM, said: [image: View Post]chris2992, on 28 May 2010 - 09:12 AM, said: His stuff isn't for sale, those are the pieces that he has managed to fit to his super light 3rd…
  31. Going to Moto GP at Laguna Seca this year 17 Feb 2010 01:28 [image: View Post]V-FORE, on 16 February 2010 - 11:10 AM, said: View from our seats http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/uploads/1266218484/gallery_8073_3048_369870.jpg 100_1074.JPG +1 on sitting in the stands during the…
  32. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 2 Feb 2010 04:35 Hello again folks! The project has been in a holding pattern for the last 6 weeks or so. I am executing a move from San Diego to Newport, RI, so the bike has been packed up in a moving van since December 28. I got my…
  33. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 9 Dec 2009 07:41 Wow, a lot happened here while I was out of town for work! [image: View Post]2fast2young, on 30 November 2009 - 05:23 PM, said: [image: View Post]marid2apterbilt, on 29 November 2009 - 11:22 PM, said: This is…
  34. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 30 Nov 2009 04:48 I guess I should have started this with what I have already done. [image: Attached Image: 213.JPG] Edit: this is an older picture, but it shows the exhaust change. - Rear fender removed, replaced by a fender eliminator…
  35. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 29 Nov 2009 19:12 Whoa guys, we took a hard right turn into pessimism pretty fast. How many pounds has vfroem dropped off his VFR750? And how many horsepower has Toro added to his VFR800? Now, I'm not going as extreme as either of those,…
  36. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 29 Nov 2009 06:53 Rob, Your GL800RR-SP2 is one of the builds that inspired me to give this a shot (along with Swiffer, ZRoyZ, and a few others). I've seen the RC51 radial mount adapters, but thought going the ZX way would be cheaper…
  37. Another Inverted Fork Conversion (6th Gen) 29 Nov 2009 06:13 Hi all, I've collected almost all the parts I need to do my fork conversion, so I thought I would share my plans on here. Mine is an '04 Asphalt VFR800 with ABS; I have already pulled the main ABS fuse and rode around,…
  38. 6th Generation Sprocket Guide 3 Oct 2009 18:08 Great! While we're pinning sprocket change info, how about the effects of the various combinations on wheelbase and ride height? I would appreciate some anecdotal data on rear hub position after the sprocket change (for…
  39. Power Commander Compatibility Vtec 04-06 14 Apr 2009 02:28 Soooo... By extension, if the 02-05 and 06+ Power Commander III are physically and electronically compatible, then the new Power Commander V for the '09 VFR800 should work on ALL previous VTEC bikes, right? Power…
  40. Gsxr Forks On Vtec? 2 Apr 2009 19:19 RC51 and CBR929/954RR triples are 30mm offset. Same as your GSX-R, sounds like. Keep in mind, Frankenviffers, that the GSX-R triples will not bolt up your ignition cylinder without some modification (probably just a…
  41. Gsxr Forks On Vtec? 31 Mar 2009 01:08 Hey again all, Here is the fork swap spreadsheet I talked about a few posts back. It's nowhere near as exhaustive as the GSX-R one I linked to, but it covers a broader spread of forks. [image: Attached File]…
  42. Gsxr Forks On Vtec? 30 Mar 2009 19:59 [image: View Post]The Phantom, on Mar 30 2009, 09:52 AM, said: BR, yes the 929/954 triples are 50/54mm, as are just about all Japanese USD combos. I believe Triumph and Ducati also use these measurements. I'm very…
  43. Gsxr Forks On Vtec? 30 Mar 2009 00:48 I haven't heard of GSX-R600 K6/K7 forks done, but of course there are some similar swaps out there: Swiffer's New Front End featured GSX-R1000 K1/K2 forks, which are shorter than your 600K7 forks, so the length problem…
  44. Give Your 5th-gen A Boost... 3 Mar 2009 21:11 What's the final weight tally? I checked out the website and didn't see figures... Just curious - I need to know how much weight to cut off the bike before the 6th Gen kit becomes available! Lacy
  45. Honda Dual-clutch Transmission For... 24 Dec 2008 02:05 Probably the next-generation VFR. Link: www.visordown.com Well, at least it's not the "human-friendly transmission" of DN-01 infamy. My issue is this: the rapid-fire shifting afforded by dual-clutch transmissions is…
  46. Vfr800 In Two Wheels Only Sports-tourer Comparo 2 Dec 2008 03:42 The December issue of TWO ran a comparison between our beloved VFR800 VTEC, the Triumph Tiger, Yamaha FZ1, and GSX-R1000, looking for the best modern all-around sports tourer. Guess who won, hands down... (spoiler…
  47. Let The Mods Begin :) 11 Nov 2008 18:07 Rusty, You mentioned earlier looking at custom triples to get the stock VFR offset back. Attack triples are around $850; I think a set of RC51 SP1 triples with Attack's adjustable inserts would get you close to the…
  48. Honda V4 Website 9 Nov 2008 17:41 I wish they would have given the option for actual comments. I'm sure most people here would have strong opinions and advice for how the new V4 should look and feel, and checking boxes for that wacky concept isn't good…
  49. Tiforce (single) Exhaust On My Vtec 18 Apr 2008 04:04 drewl I'm with the high mount crowd. It would look cooler in the stock position. Then you could stick the shock can on the other side. Then the swingarm would stand out as intended. Points earned for seeing a project…
  50. Tiforce (single) Exhaust On My Vtec 17 Apr 2008 20:26 Hello everyone, I figured I should share this since it was finished two months ago... anyway. I was drawn to the VFR800 partially because of the dual underseat exhausts, but the engineer in me just can't live with 20+…

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