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Maddog Hoek

49 posts recovered 3 threads started First seen 16 Sep 2007 Last seen 16 Sep 2012

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  1. tips needed on cowl stay repair Maddog Hoek 6 14 Sep 2012 16 Sep 2012 Maddog Hoek · 14 Sep 2012 – 16 Sep 2012
  2. VFR sighting on East River Rd. Maddog Hoek 1 2 Apr 2010 2 Apr 2010 Maddog Hoek · 2 Apr 2010 – 2 Apr 2010
  3. Obligatory 'why Did I Wait So Long' Post Bls Lowering Blocks Maddog Hoek 18 9 Jul 2008 16 Jul 2008 Maddog Hoek · 9 Jul 2008 – 16 Jul 2008

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  1. tips needed on cowl stay repair 16 Sep 2012 02:50 It's the metal sub frame that supports the front cowl and headlights and such. It also supports the mirror stalks. Replacements are from 120 to 170 bucks. I think i just about have this problem licked.
  2. tips needed on cowl stay repair 15 Sep 2012 11:43 Thanks! I'm glad it's as simple as i thought.
  3. tips needed on cowl stay repair 14 Sep 2012 21:43 Well... i had a partial tip over at a gas station the bike fell against a pillar but the mirror absorbed the fall or so i thought. When i got home i found that the fairing stay was bent. My question is, what is the best…
  4. Completed....Custom HID Conversion Kit 29 Mar 2012 23:20 It's been a while since I bought my kit. I have a friend with a 2003 blackbird. do you have anything that's universal for him?
  5. good price for 2001 VFR? 26 Oct 2011 00:25 [image: View Post]ancon, on 25 October 2011 - 07:32 AM, said: [image: View Post]KPerham, on 25 October 2011 - 07:25 AM, said: Same story. Paid less in '03 for my '99. Yeah, but it's an '01--they're better :tongue: Don't…
  6. HJC IS MAX BT? 8 Apr 2011 19:54 [image: View Post]Switchblade, on 08 April 2011 - 02:49 PM, said: They still have a few at this http://www.motorcycl...cle_helmet.html P.S. I also order the extra dark sun visors !!!!!!!!!!!! [image: Posted…
  7. HJC IS MAX BT? 8 Apr 2011 18:44 [image: View Post]Switchblade, on 08 April 2011 - 01:23 PM, said: I really like this one !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Which one? I kinda want to drop the hammer on the IS-MAX or the SY-MAX II. I'd love some more feedback on…
  8. Why do you post on VFRD 6 Nov 2010 22:52 I post up because this is sort of like a FACEBOOK that I actually want to read. I'm tired of reading about neighborhood folks about to go to a movie or take a dump or ... Anyway it's actually fun to help folks or be…
  9. Deer Whistles 6 Nov 2010 22:41 [image: View Post]Metallican525, on 06 November 2010 - 11:43 AM, said: [image: View Post]Monk, on 05 November 2010 - 05:03 PM, said: I guess what I should take away from all this, is not to ride any different than I…
  10. Camping rules 8 Oct 2010 21:20 In this area State parks have some of the most well maintained sites and they're fun to get to. In Ky I went to Twin Knobs and Zilpo campgrounds in the Daniel Boone Forest. Awesome roads even in my motorhome :-) Getting…
  11. MRA VarioTour screen 31 Aug 2010 19:19 [image: View Post]Flightar, on 31 August 2010 - 12:21 PM, said: I've got one on my 04 VFR and have added stealth edging to it....the screen is well worth the money IMHO. The stealth edging makes a subtle improvement in…
  12. Need less vibration from my 2006. 29 Aug 2010 23:31 [image: View Post]BaileyRock, on 29 August 2010 - 05:36 PM, said: [image: View Post]HispanicSlammer, on 29 August 2010 - 04:04 PM, said: Some things that could contribute to less vibration Service the head bearings,…
  13. Completed....Custom HID Conversion Kit 3 Aug 2010 16:47 no prob, I will resist tinkerin'
  14. Completed....Custom HID Conversion Kit 3 Aug 2010 16:37 Quick Question... can you take the reflector off of the HID bulbs? I did not but it 'looks' like it would increase the light output in the VFR's light assembly. It's probably there for a reason...
  15. Completed....Custom HID Conversion Kit 3 Aug 2010 11:44 I installed my kit last night. It was absolutely perfect!! The fit and finish where as expected. Thanks again. I have a friend with a Blackbird, it should be a single light set up. I'll take a look and let you know,…
  16. Completed....Custom HID Conversion Kit 26 Jun 2010 17:33 I'm in too, I need another quick project! I wouldn't mind the mirrors and Darth's adapter too. So much for sleeping on them over the years...
  17. 6th Gen & soft saddlebags 1 May 2010 21:44 whiteboyslo has anyone successfully mounted soft saddlebags on a 6th gen? any suggestions on brands or mounting methods? Mike Cortech tri-bags and the smaller set work. You just have to fiddle with em'. Sorry I don't…
  18. VFR sighting on East River Rd. 2 Apr 2010 20:02 Just wondering who was heading southbound on East river road around 2:45ish today. It was a late year candy red 6th gen. I was headed north on the Asphalt 04' with bags.
  19. Do 2007 VFR800s Need the VFRNess and Blue Connector Mods? 21 Feb 2010 01:16 Is your bike involved with the recall? if not then it's wiring is up to snuff. Check with Honda to see if you need the recall. I had it done along with keeping my VFRness. I'd still recommend the VFRNess though, I've…
  20. VFR1200F test ride 19 Feb 2010 15:42 [image: Posted Image] [image: Posted Image] [/quote] I REALLY like the white on black 6th gen!! I wonder if there are any aftermarket plastics that look as good? I still have 3 years or so with my 6th gen but I do…
  21. Need to find Comfort on my VFR800-Help 17 Feb 2010 13:32 being 6'3" and 270...ish, I've had to adjust things on my '04. number one was the changing of my seating posture, I was use to a '99 GSXR750 and it took me a while. The peg lowerers, the Sargeant, and the Genmars are…
  22. Tell Us Your Favorite Modifications. 28 Dec 2009 18:21 [image: View Post]Sidehack, on 27 December 2009 - 10:07 PM, said: 4) Stebel Air Horn where may I ask did you hide the Stebel. Is it the dual horn and compressor in one unit. Have one from my silver wing which fit behind…
  23. ABS : worth it ? 25 Nov 2009 16:10 I'd do it, I like having the peace of mind in this time of massive deer migrations :biggrin: It's not necessarily the live one's either. There's usually one extra per week on my daily drive to work. Other than unseen…
  24. My VFR turns 40! 9 Nov 2009 16:30 Congrats Tim, odd coincidence that I bought my '04 from a guy in northern Kentucky with 4226 miles. I just turned 22k on mine. Maybe a few more 537 mile days with you and it'll age quicker. (still uncertain about…
  25. Factory Luggage.. 16 Oct 2009 20:24 Does anyone know if v35s will fit to the oem brackets?
  26. Look What I Did To My Frame. 8 Oct 2009 21:24 I've been thinkin' about something like this with my Asphalt. Is the frame painted in two types of black or is that just a difference in angle to the camera with the same paint? It looks good, if I get brave I'd…
  27. Getting Stiffed For Insurance 28 Aug 2009 12:51 Like others have said, I have all of my property and vehicles insured through State Farm and I pay around 274$ a year. I'm 40 with a clean record. My 99' Gixxer 750 was 247$ a year, go figure... 80lbs less with 20 more…
  28. Gps Vs Odmeter 21 Jul 2009 00:26 [image: View Post]Bent, on Jul 20 2009, 07:27 PM, said: For some people, the real issue is indicated speed vs. radar indicated speed....right, Baileyrock?? :goofy: I had my Zumo in my RV for vacation and coming back…
  29. Picked Up My New Bike! 25 Jun 2009 16:44 Do the clear lense thingy to it, You'll be happy that you did!! It makes a nice difference, I'll post up pix if you wanna see it. There are pix on here of Asphalts with em'.
  30. Recommend A Tank Bag 2 Jun 2009 15:57 Check out an Icon Urban tank bag. It holds 'enuf' stuff and converts to a backpack. It also has very strong magnets. I like the flip around helmet holder thingy too. It's about 100 bucks or so on Epay.
  31. Charging Laptop With Small Inverter? 17 May 2009 18:37 What's the amp draw on the laptop charger. At 100w you'll get less than an amp at 110volts. Just make sure you have enough and be careful if you get caught in sudden rain.
  32. My Aching Back -- Are There Risers That Go Back Further And Higher Than Helibars? 25 Mar 2009 13:45 I've got Genmars and the lowering pegs and they work great. I'm 6'3"ish with a herniated disc at c6/7 plus something else going on down in my lower back. When I went to a therapist for the c6 issue she gave me some…
  33. Aftermarket Exhaust For '03 Honda Vfr 800 15 Mar 2009 15:50 I think Tpierce still has a set of Staintunes for around 500$ or so, PM him.
  34. Should I Get A Power Commander? 2 Mar 2009 16:53 I'm in the early stages of owning a PCIII. I found it for 130$ on ebay so it was sort of a steal. Fuel mileage dropped to 30mpg at first, this was before I used common sense and checked the map. The seller said that it…
  35. Pics Of Your Gps Setup 2 Mar 2009 16:41 [image: View Post]BoiseVFR, on Mar 2 2009, 11:01 AM, said: I just got a Zumo and was looking at mounting it in the steering stem. I like the mount on the front tank bolts.....what is the part number??? I believe it is…
  36. Dead...battery? 1 Feb 2009 21:21 If you only found 1 main fuse and you mentioned a spare it's probably the one covered by the rubber cap, you missed the 30amp single fuse that has been the cause for a lot of frustration for folks. Look up 'vfrness' and…
  37. I Am Tired Of People Riding My A$$ 2 Dec 2008 02:26 Can't remember too many people ever tailgating me on the bike (besides Baileyrock). Try going faster :wheel: :fing02: When I'm in my truck, they are welcome to run into my draw bar and hitchball sticking out from the…
  38. Cool Voltmeter Alternative 20 Nov 2008 20:22 That's one of the things I like about my Escort 8500 radar detector, it has a mode for the display to read voltage except when it detects radar / laser. It's very acurate and I don't have to add a voltage meter. At…
  39. Just Got A 2006 Prl Blk $8000 Only 966mi 5 Nov 2008 01:33 [image: View Post]trav72, on Nov 4 2008, 07:45 AM, said: Congrats on the new to you bike! Although, you do realize that the pearl black absorbs the most light and is therefore the slowest of all VFR's? :biggrin: Oh, and…
  40. Recall, Is It A Fix? 25 Oct 2008 11:43 [image: View Post]magellan, on Oct 25 2008, 03:26 AM, said: [image: View Post]Bad Boy, on Oct 24 2008, 07:52 PM, said: The rectifier sensor wire now ties in just downstream of the rectifier so it would not compensate…
  41. Birth Of The 7th Generation Interceptor? 14 Oct 2008 21:37 I loved 'TRON'. I even had the atari 2600 game for it. (Or was that Sega, no wait Commodore 6... Oh well I forget)
  42. Still Waiting....not 13 Oct 2008 00:46 What's the story behind your stolen bikes? I'm just curious because I don't know anyone that's been bitten yet and I'd like to know what precautions work and which one's would be bunk...
  43. Help! Not Sure What To Do Next With Vibration 26 Aug 2008 21:02 I have almost the same problem and conditions (changed oil, lubed and tensioned chain) except when I pull in the clutch at speeds the engine buzz goes away... It is a pronounced 'buzz/vibration' that increases with the…
  44. Obligatory 'why Did I Wait So Long' Post Bls Lowering Blocks 11 Jul 2008 17:28 I'm working on it.... I was 295. Given my build it's not that easy. I'm still physically fit, just big. Most folks guess my weight at around 235 (which is still heavy:-)) I am losing it more for the kids than the bike…
  45. Obligatory 'why Did I Wait So Long' Post Bls Lowering Blocks 9 Jul 2008 23:09 Quick Review... I'm 6' 3", 280lbs. I went out for about 40miles with them and can tell the difference. Definitely more roomy, I don't think that the newness will wear off with this. I use to have a GSXR 750 so a stock…
  46. Obligatory 'why Did I Wait So Long' Post Bls Lowering Blocks 9 Jul 2008 21:14 If you haven't got em, get em'!! that is all :biggrin:
  47. Tired Of Having A Hot Vfr? 19 Jun 2008 02:14 Looks like I've got a new project, Thanks for looking out!
  48. Tired Of Having A Hot Vfr? 12 Jun 2008 13:08 I'm suspecting that you'll have to flip the blade and reverse the polarity for a 6th Gen. I don't have time now but maybe I'll try within the next couple of weeks.
  49. Vfr Sixth Gen Electrical Problem Poll 16 Sep 2007 20:30 My 30amp fuse started to brown and I found the bike charging at 16 volts at 5k. I bought a VFRness and all is well. Will be doing the blue connector mod very soon. 04' abs with 6800 miles, just bought 2 months ago…

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