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Hawkeye Driver
61 posts recovered 16 threads started First seen 19 Jun 2007 Last seen 7 May 2022
Threads started
16 in the archive- SOLD - Hein Gericke 1-Piece Leathers Hawkeye Driver · 7 May 2022 – 7 May 2022
- I did a thing (new to me 97) Hawkeye Driver · 18 Oct 2021 – 27 Oct 2021
- Fork tear down question Hawkeye Driver · 4 Oct 2016 – 10 Oct 2016
- Should I make an offer - 84 VF Hawkeye Driver · 3 Oct 2016 – 1 Nov 2016
- Riding in the Rain - Nicky Hayden Hawkeye Driver · 4 Jun 2016 – 4 Jun 2016
- 84 VF1000F Swingarm removal question Hawkeye Driver · 21 May 2016 – 22 May 2016
- Another Vf1000 Project Hawkeye Driver · 3 Jan 2016 – 3 Mar 2016
- Talk Me Out Of A New $8K, 8Th Gen - Or Not Hawkeye Driver · 18 Aug 2015 – 25 Aug 2015
- Tire Mount & Balance Hawkeye Driver · 11 May 2015 – 3 Jul 2015
- Lbs Brake Bleeding Hawkeye Driver · 19 Jan 2015 – 20 Jan 2015
- After Market Exhaust Questions Hawkeye Driver · 10 Oct 2014 – 10 Oct 2014
- Intermittent Headlights Hawkeye Driver · 16 Apr 2014 – 23 Apr 2014
- Finally Upgraded To Givi V46 Hawkeye Driver · 12 Apr 2013 – 15 Apr 2013
- Track Day Tire Selection? Hawkeye Driver · 9 Mar 2012 – 12 Jun 2015
- Header install advice Hawkeye Driver · 29 Sep 2010 – 30 Sep 2010
- Nice Youtube Vfr Video Hawkeye Driver · 27 Sep 2008 – 27 Sep 2008
Recent posts
Last 50 of 61- SOLD - Hein Gericke 1-Piece Leathers Size 42. $100 plus actual shipping. [image: 10F04C8F-D9BC-4F63-B387-E987B96E12DD.jpeg]
- I did a thing (new to me 97) 3 hours ago, Captain 80s I worked at a Honda dealer in the 90s and 00s. I did A LOT of damage estimates. These years VFRs have telltales when they have been tipped over, not necessarily "crashed". The shift lever and…
- I did a thing (new to me 97) 3 hours ago, Captain 80s I worked at a Honda dealer in the 90s and 00s. I did A LOT of damage estimates. These years VFRs have telltales when they have been tipped over, not necessarily "crashed". The shift lever and…
- I did a thing (new to me 97) 3 hours ago, Captain 80s Your bike has been tipped on the right and must have had new parts installed. Maybe the left too. I'm curious why you think it has been tipped on the right side? It is so clean and pristine that…
- I did a thing (new to me 97) As I frequently do, was cruising the classified ads last week. A Super Hawk and RC51 caught my eye. Both local and both appeared to be in better than average condition for their age. But then I saw an absolutely…
- 2019 VFRD Memorial Spring Ride Registered and hotel booked. Got a room with 2 beds at the Microtel. PM me if you want to split lodging costs.
- Fork tear down question 19 hours ago, BCmcrider Stick the fork back in the triple, ready made clamp. Thanks for the tip! I did think of that but it took me about 2 days for that light bulb to come on. I used the lower triple, put that in the…
- Fork tear down question Finally getting around to getting to the 1000F. Stripping the frame and decided to tackle the fork tear down. Got the bolts out of the bottom of the forks w/o any issues. Now trying to get both top caps off - no joy,…
- Should I make an offer - 84 VF squirrelman, 10/3/2016 at 5:24 PM hOLD OUT awhile until a much-improved 2nd gen comes up for sale. For about the same price you'll get a better-looking bike without the lurking possibility of cam or cam chain problems.…
- Should I make an offer - 84 VF I've got an opportunity to buy an 84 VF. Guy is asking $1500. Didn't get a lot of time to look it over but the bike appears to be in pretty good shape and has 16K on the clock. Starts but idles rough until warm.…
- Riding in the Rain - Nicky Hayden Stumbled on this and thought it might be worth sharing. Plus, check out what he is riding.…
- 84 VF1000F Swingarm removal question 1 hour ago, Captain 80s My 1000F is on my lift right now. When I get home I will verify the sizes. No need. I stopped by Harbor Freight and bought a set of socket allen keys. Size is 12 mm. Left side came out no…
- 84 VF1000F Swingarm removal question Feel like an idiot for asking this question but the collective here seems to know all. What hex size do I need to remove the left and right pivot bolts? I'm guessing 12 mm hex but was hoping someone can confirm.
- Another Vf1000 Project CandyRedRC46 Almost sounds like it could be an exhaust leak at the head or, dare I say, do those things have cam chain tensioners?? Thanks, Didn't think of that but the tick does sound a lot like the noise I got when…
- Another Vf1000 Project It Lives! [video: https://www.youtube.com/embed/b0nlwZV4rRw?feature=oembed] Been busy but did find some time to check things out and finally get it to run. Now I can start with the full tear down. -Fuel tank - Lots of…
- Need Brakes Conedodger Following the advice of others here, I went with EBC FA261HH pads. They run about $30 a set on Amazon. I've been very happy with them. Seem to have more initial bite than OEM. Be sure to verify that those are…
- 12Oclocklabs Speedodrd Question for those that are using this. When correct the speed display, does it affect the Odometer reading? In other words, does it throw the ODO off. I ask because my speedo (6th gen stock sprockets) appears 10…
- Another Vf1000 Project So, I am supposed to be writing a chapter for our group capstone paper. I am doing that but keep getting drawn back to the garage and various web pages. Spent some more time with the fuel tank. The fuel level sending…
- Another Vf1000 Project JNBarrett Before you spend money on POR-15 ... try electrolytic removal first. I was going to get mine steam cleaned but I'm going to try this method first.…
- Another Vf1000 Project Seems to be a few VF1000 projects so I'll jump in as well. I just picked up an 84 VF1000F from another VFRD member. You may have seen it (orange) in the classified section. While it is not nearly the deal or in the…
- Rc46 Decals I got some back in May from a member - czargee
- Talk Me Out Of A New $8K, 8Th Gen - Or Not I've posted in the past that I love my 2002 VFR and will keep it until it falls apart or I am unable to ride anymore. Add to that, I've stated I would not trade my 02 for a new 8th gen. Long story short, I've been…
- New Vfr800's Not Selling Very Well Just my opinion but VFRs have never been big sellers in the US. Seems most buyers want a cruiser or traditional I4 (CBR, GSXR, R1/R6, etc). That makes the VFR a niche. Incidentally, that is why I bought one 13 years ago…
- '02 Mods Silly question - What is that black spot/hole on the fuse cover panel? I see it on both sides. If it is a hole, what is the purpose, if any? OBTW, fabulous look!
- Tire Mount & Balance My Dunlop Q2s are about done. Managed to find a front Q2 online for $50 and a read Q3 for $125. Now shopping around the Tidewater VA area for a shop that will mount and balance. Last time I lived here (2008) and made…
- California Coastal Highway Question Concur with what they said above. If you happen to be in SoCal, I would add that you could spend a day in the Santa Monica mountains. Lots of twistie roads run between the PCH (from Malibu and Pt. Mugu) and the 101…
- Post A Picture Of Your Vfr That's about 10,416 HP.
- Lbs Brake Bleeding Yep, bout have those memorized but still have some air somewhere in the rear circuit of the LBS. That is why I hate to ask because all three of those are very good.
- Lbs Brake Bleeding I hate to ask but need some help/advise. Over the weekend I did some winter maintenance and installed Galfer brake lines (thanks Nick/Galfer). No issues with the install but then the dreaded LBS bleed... I like the LBS…
- Givi M3 Vs M5 Mounting Plate I can't remember which Givi rack I got but I didn't need to add more mounting holes to Kanadian Ken's solo rack. The Givi mount has a grid pattern that allows several different positions. Very easy, very clean set up.…
- Whats This Wheel Off? Hawkeye Driver There is an RC30 8 spoke wheel listed on ebay now (not mine or anyone I know). 1 bid, $175, 19 hours left. Would need center lock hardware like rc4six's bike. I should probably mention that one bid is not…
- Whats This Wheel Off? There is an RC30 8 spoke wheel listed on ebay now (not mine or anyone I know). 1 bid, $175, 19 hours left. Would need center lock hardware like rc4six's bike.
- 5Th Gen Economical Hard Luggage Setup (Jc Whitney) Props to the OP for fabricating this set up and saving a boat load of cash in the process. Nicely done! Maddad That setup is no wider than my givi e41's on on a wing rack. I wish I had known about J C Whitney offering…
- Question For You Cali People I left SoCal 2 years ago and never had an issue with my aftermarket Staintunes. That said, after I left there was a nasty motorcycle on bicycle accident (on YouTube) on Mulholland (outside LA) that prompted motorcycle…
- Givi Top Box - 6Th Gen I use a Givi V46 mounted on KanadianKen's solo rack. Works like a champ. I also added brake lights and turn signals to the V46. Attached Images [image: med_gallery_10230_6797_844566.jpg]
- After Market Exhaust Questions Gents, As usual, thanks. Studs are straight and I just ordered some OEM replacements. Went and looked at the blown gasket and looks like I installed it with the seam against the header. That type of detail is exactly…
- After Market Exhaust Questions Questions below but first some background: About 7 years ago I installed Staintune mufflers. Then about 4 years ago I stumbled upon some lightly used Delkevic headers and installed them. Mostly I just wanted to delete…
- Nude Or Clear Tank Protector Bra? I had a Second Look Tank skin on my bike for years. Red color match was good and it served me well for a long time but like someone mentioned above tank bras are so 90s. Tried the 3M clear protective covers but didn't…
- Intermittent Headlights My first electrical issue in a long time. I think i know the solution but wanted to check here before I dug in. Bike is an 02 and sat most of the winter. I did take it out a couple weeks ago for about half an hour and…
- 2014 Vfr Coming To America! Didn't think there were going to bring it to the US. I do like it, and will check it out at the dealer, but I've got too many mods in my 02 to spend that kind of money for what is only a slight (arguable) upgrade to…
- Finally Upgraded To Givi V46 I use my 02 a lot for commuting 30 miles to and from the ship. I always hated wearing a back back but was too cheap to get a good top box. I had a POS JC Whitney box but it rattled on the mount and bits of plastic kept…
- Motad Header For 2000 Vfr i don't have Motad. I wanted them but came across a deal on the Delkevic system. Not SS so not as nice. Not sure how much different they are but I needed the 4 header gaskets and the two gaskets for the two rear header…
- Photo of Your Bicycle and VFR Only 3 of my 5 bicycles shown. Favorite bicycle? Maroon Van Dessel cross bike in the background. Not shown, Felt TT and restored 73 Legnano. Attached Images [image: IMG_0046.jpg]
- Track Day Tire Selection? Baileyrock As mentioned, any new generation SS street tire will provide more than enough grip for track days thru Int. and lower A level groups. PP's, Q2's and Corsa's are all great SS tires. Great info from TC to stick…
- Which heated grips for VFR? [image: View Post]Chuckster, on 09 March 2012 - 05:33 AM, said: [image: View Post]Hawkeye Driver, on 09 March 2012 - 12:29 AM, said: I've used Symtec heated grips for the last five years.…
- Which heated grips for VFR? I've used Symtec heated grips for the last five years. http://www.casportto...RC51/16025.html Elements go under whatever grips you want. I've even replaced the grips without damaging the elements. No rheostat, only a…
- Track Day Tire Selection? Looks like I'm committed to my first track day on March 25th. Any tire recommendations for this specific purpose? I've got a 2002.
- Post your Voltmeter mount pics This is 6th gen, but an idea for you. Datel.
- What did you own before your 6th Gen? Aprillia RS250, wish I could have brought that bike back to the states, would have been very unique. While less unique, that was one of the reasons I got the VFR.
- Import Japan VFR800 2007 to U.S. I lived in Japan (military) and tried to export an Aprilla RS250 back to CONUS. Turned out to be too much of a red arse. Granted it was a two stroke. But I also had friends Import US spec cars to the US, still very…
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