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smackdoogle

127 posts recovered 19 threads started First seen 27 Jul 2009 Last seen 22 Oct 2017

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  1. What's It Worth? Sell, Sit Or Part Out? smackdoogle 17 30 Jun 2013 1 Oct 2013 smackdoogle · 30 Jun 2013 – 1 Oct 2013
  2. R1 Suspension Upgrade For Christmas! (W/ Pics) smackdoogle 27 23 Dec 2012 6 Jan 2013 smackdoogle · 23 Dec 2012 – 6 Jan 2013
  3. 93 VFR Voltage readings Bad = rough idle?????????????? smackdoogle 10 19 Oct 2012 22 Oct 2012 smackdoogle · 19 Oct 2012 – 22 Oct 2012
  4. Temp, voltmeter, clock??? What is everyone using for aftermarket gauges smackdoogle 5 14 Sep 2012 15 Sep 2012 smackdoogle · 14 Sep 2012 – 15 Sep 2012
  5. Fuel Filter......what you using? smackdoogle 5 9 Sep 2012 9 Sep 2012 smackdoogle · 9 Sep 2012 – 9 Sep 2012
  6. 3rd gen rough idle when hot........Why? smackdoogle 9 6 Sep 2012 15 Sep 2012 smackdoogle · 6 Sep 2012 – 15 Sep 2012
  7. Low Cost '93 Restoration smackdoogle 15 13 Aug 2012 24 Aug 2012 smackdoogle · 13 Aug 2012 – 24 Aug 2012
  8. Starter Clutch Issues smackdoogle 1 28 Jul 2012 28 Jul 2012 smackdoogle · 28 Jul 2012 – 28 Jul 2012
  9. Frankenbolts Please smackdoogle 8 20 Jul 2012 21 Jul 2012 smackdoogle · 20 Jul 2012 – 21 Jul 2012
  10. 3rd gen fairing peices are available........for a price smackdoogle 3 10 Jul 2012 13 Jul 2012 smackdoogle · 10 Jul 2012 – 13 Jul 2012
  11. 1st Gen with CBR wheels. Post up pics and your experience with it smackdoogle 26 26 Apr 2012 24 Feb 2014 smackdoogle · 26 Apr 2012 – 24 Feb 2014
  12. Clutch lever builds no pressure and slave leaks smackdoogle 5 10 Mar 2012 11 Mar 2012 smackdoogle · 10 Mar 2012 – 11 Mar 2012
  13. 6 month Storage questions..... smackdoogle 11 12 May 2011 13 May 2011 smackdoogle · 12 May 2011 – 13 May 2011
  14. Fuel Mileage on an oldie smackdoogle 8 4 May 2011 5 May 2011 smackdoogle · 4 May 2011 – 5 May 2011
  15. Pics of Modern Slip-Ons on Older VFR's please smackdoogle 8 17 Mar 2011 18 Mar 2011 smackdoogle · 17 Mar 2011 – 18 Mar 2011
  16. Where are the Older VF's hiding? smackdoogle 13 15 Jan 2011 14 Feb 2011 smackdoogle · 15 Jan 2011 – 14 Feb 2011
  17. WTB 85/86 VF1000R smackdoogle 1 15 Jan 2011 15 Jan 2011 smackdoogle · 15 Jan 2011 – 15 Jan 2011
  18. Pics of VFR700 (86) w/ F2/3 wheels please? smackdoogle 24 26 Oct 2010 25 Apr 2011 smackdoogle · 26 Oct 2010 – 25 Apr 2011
  19. Bar End issue.....Help! smackdoogle 9 20 Jan 2010 31 Jan 2010 smackdoogle · 20 Jan 2010 – 31 Jan 2010

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  1. 5th gen fender mounting brackets to go with a VTR1000 fork conversion 22 Oct 2017 01:09 I'll be in touch for a set in another month or two. Going to Superhawk lowers this winter.
  2. What luggage actually looks good on a 5th gen??? 25 Dec 2016 00:51 So, knowing that it's all ugly going into it makes the decision easier I think. I have a Rigid Tool Chest as a top case (I like that it's very tough and unique. I think if it flew off the bike it'd be fine.). I use soft…
  3. What's It Worth? Sell, Sit Or Part Out? 4 Aug 2013 22:05 yeah, oil is out.
  4. What's It Worth? Sell, Sit Or Part Out? 4 Aug 2013 17:26 Yes Sir, that is correct, plugs out and I can turn the engine about 2 times and then it locks. I have a bad feeling about either a bent rod or valve. I'll mess around with it a little later this week but if it seems as…
  5. What's It Worth? Sell, Sit Or Part Out? 4 Aug 2013 15:12 Did some more checks today. Jumped the starter solenoid and nothing. Tried to turn the engine by hand and I was able to turn it through twice before it locks up so........something is locking up the engine. Great, time…
  6. What's It Worth? Sell, Sit Or Part Out? 30 Jun 2013 11:59 So, I kind of touched on this on another topic I started about 2 weeks ago. My '93 VFR got a stuck float after sitting (w/ empty carbs) for 5 months while I was deployed. I got home June first and the float has stuck to…
  7. Omni-Cruise Throttle Lock - Review 5 Jun 2013 00:44 Looking forward to your views of it. I was actually going to order one today but got tied up with other stuff.
  8. Private Testing At Circuit Of The Americas, Austin Tx 14 Mar 2013 05:16 Dang!!! The CRT bikes aren't even close to the Factory rides! Granted it may have a little to do with the rider but Blake Young is no turd in the mud. Should be an interesting start to the season. Hopefully we'll have…
  9. Just Got My Vfr 12 Mar 2013 04:52 Congrats on the new ride. I will be the first of many to say :worthlesswithoutpics: Anyway, the stuff your asking about has been post close to 1000 times. Lots of good info here, just do some searching and you'll find…
  10. 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? 5 Mar 2013 14:32 Wow! I'm really sorry for that. No extended warranty? I'd be beyond pissed. You seem to have the know how and a level head. Better than me you are.
  11. Winter Project #2 - Suspension Upgrades 10 Feb 2013 18:32 You Sir know how to have a good time!!! I put in one of Jamies shocks in my '93 a few months ago. Great improvement! You'll think your riding a different bike. I went a different route with my forks though. I wanted…
  12. Revival Of A Gen 3 30 Jan 2013 13:27 Looking good!!! Can't wait to see the finished product.
  13. 94 Cafe Project 28 Jan 2013 14:29 I'm pretty happy with my set up. 929/954 triples and '05 R1 forks, wheel, brakes and fender. Easier to find the R1 parts also in my experience. [image: dscn3140h.jpg]
  14. My Crossplane Cranked R1 Review 26 Jan 2013 06:15 Looks great! I have been toying with the idea of what you've done for about 2 years now (more touring that sport) with the R1 but I'm pretty happy with my ole VFR now. Who knows, I may change it up yet someday.
  15. Why Do I Have Red Rear Blinkers? 25 Jan 2013 10:51 Wow! Very good piece of info. I never knew!
  16. 3Rd Gen Exhaust Needs To Just Be A Little Louder 7 Jan 2013 13:17 Seems kinda Harley-esque to me, trying to be loud just to be loud. Its akin to teenagers putting big mufflers on their Civic IMHO.. Put yourself a nice pipe on there and let the snarl be a byproduct of a performance…
  17. R1 Suspension Upgrade For Christmas! (W/ Pics) 6 Jan 2013 13:03 Sure, here's the parts needed. -2004-2006 Yamaha R1 Front wheel -" " Brakes (rotors, calipers and master cylinder) -" " Forks -" " front axle and spacers (get two extra right and left wheel spacers to make custom 2mm…
  18. R1 Suspension Upgrade For Christmas! (W/ Pics) 5 Jan 2013 19:28 Thanks guys. I raised the forks into the triples about 12mm this morning to help with the "lite" feeling while on the highway. We'll see how that works out. While in there I look closer at my steering stops. Seems as…
  19. R1 Suspension Upgrade For Christmas! (W/ Pics) 5 Jan 2013 12:39 The steering limit is pretty restrictive. Not much fun making a U-turn in the driveway or pushing around in the garage. No stops currently, it'll touch the frame. I'm not sure it's to big of a deal. Not once on my ride…
  20. R1 Suspension Upgrade For Christmas! (W/ Pics) 4 Jan 2013 21:23 Okay, I'm a liar!!!!!! Well, the weather this week has been shit. Upper 30's and rain so I decided on New Years Day I would install the Jamie Daugherty rear shock since I had nothing else to do. Well, that went easy. 2…
  21. R1 Suspension Upgrade For Christmas! (W/ Pics) 28 Dec 2012 14:39 Thanks!!! It won't be so bad. I'll be in charge of the motor pool and self help division. Actually, pretty strange they chose me, an IT to work so far out of my job but I'm looking forward to the challenge.
  22. R1 Suspension Upgrade For Christmas! (W/ Pics) 24 Dec 2012 23:44 Nice!!! Thanks for the pics. I've never seen a 2nd gen with USD forks on it.
  23. R1 Suspension Upgrade For Christmas! (W/ Pics) 24 Dec 2012 17:26 Feel free to run the bike and all parts up to me. I'll get it all together and as a favor to you, I'll ride it all summer just to make sure everything is working properly. :tongue: Should look cool. Ha! You know, if you…
  24. R1 Suspension Upgrade For Christmas! (W/ Pics) 24 Dec 2012 12:09 Nice looking bike, and great looking project. Our'87 has a gsxr front end on it, along with the rims and brakes. Stay safe over there! Oh yeah??? I don't believe you without pics!!!!!!!!! (aka, I'd like to see pics of…
  25. R1 Suspension Upgrade For Christmas! (W/ Pics) 23 Dec 2012 22:12 I've been collecting parts for my suspension and brake upgrade for a few months now and I nearly have everything. Just need some 2" longer SS brake lines but I'm holding off for those since I found out last week I'll be…
  26. 93 VFR Voltage readings Bad = rough idle?????????????? 21 Oct 2012 15:51 another update. Upon installing and testing an new fuel filter I found that my gas cap vent is clogged and won't allow a good stream of fuel. How do you clean out a fuel tank vent in the cap?
  27. 93 VFR Voltage readings Bad = rough idle?????????????? 21 Oct 2012 14:33 Update: Fully charged the battery overnight. Brought it in to get tested and it tested fine. Plugged it into the bike. Let bike warm up. Here are the readings: Idle = 12.30V 5000 rpm = 13.40V (it takes a few seconds to…
  28. 93 VFR Voltage readings Bad = rough idle?????????????? 21 Oct 2012 02:18 [image: View Post]mello dude, on 20 October 2012 - 09:06 PM, said: Dude - this is a straight up step by step test list for the charging debug. As Rollin mentioned --go through all your connectors for burnt leads, dig…
  29. 93 VFR Voltage readings Bad = rough idle?????????????? 20 Oct 2012 17:53 I didn't check AC at the 3 yellow wires, just resistance. I assume while bike is idling, red probe on yellow wire and black on ground? Bare with me, I'm no electrician. RPM at idle is around 1100-1300 rpm. I'll put the…
  30. 93 VFR Voltage readings Bad = rough idle?????????????? 20 Oct 2012 14:49 I pulled the stator plug (3 yellow wires) from the R/R and tested resistance as per the referances here and the stator checks out. Would the R/R dying be the cause of the rough idle when hot? I know with electronics,…
  31. 93 VFR Voltage readings Bad = rough idle?????????????? 19 Oct 2012 22:24 My carbs are clean. My tank/petcock are clean. Knowing that........... So, yesterday on my way home my '93 VFR started acting strange once warmed up. The idle starting going bad/rough at stop lights and in traffic. When…
  32. 3G oil change schedule 3 Oct 2012 23:30 3K miles and new filter everytime. Probably over kill but my current rate is about 3K miles a month. It'll slow down in Nov. when it gets cold out though.
  33. Emancipation! 29 Sep 2012 10:27 Wow!!! Truly an inspiration. I am 6'3" 230lbs of Navy sailor but ma'am, you are 10X stronger than I. Congrats on achieving all you have. Your new wheels look badass too.
  34. Temp, voltmeter, clock??? What is everyone using for aftermarket gauges 15 Sep 2012 22:07 I thought about the GPS route and I have plans to get one sooner or later. I just don't want to have to take it off and put it on all the time cause I'm afraid of it bieng stolen. Yes though, ambient temp is the goal.
  35. Temp, voltmeter, clock??? What is everyone using for aftermarket gauges 15 Sep 2012 10:37 Yeah, it's not weather resistant but I can make it water resistant, that's not an issue. Plus, where I'll put it on the dash, unless its sitting in a downpour, it should be pretty well protected.
  36. Temp, voltmeter, clock??? What is everyone using for aftermarket gauges 14 Sep 2012 21:56 So, I'm looking for a temp gauge and a clock for my 3rd gen and I stumbled on this http://www.casportto...ode=Electronics It looks great for the price and has all I want and need. Plus, it would fit perfectly in the…
  37. Fuel Filter......what you using? 9 Sep 2012 20:07 I understand the OEM route but damn, nearly $20 for a fuel filter!!!! I'll look into the purolater. That's what I use for oil so I might try it. Thanks.
  38. Fuel Filter......what you using? 9 Sep 2012 12:19 Just curious with what others are using for fuel filters in their 3rd and 4th gens. I've had bad luck with the clear case FRAM fuel filters. They clog easy and don't flow very well to begin with.
  39. 3rd gen rough idle when hot........Why? 9 Sep 2012 02:24 [image: View Post]kaldek, on 08 September 2012 - 06:45 PM, said: Huh, I thought based on what you said that it was "exactly" when the fan came on. So it was just more like "around the same time" then? Yeah, I guess I…
  40. 3rd gen rough idle when hot........Why? 8 Sep 2012 23:35 ******UPDATE****** So, I tore the bodywork off and checked the air lines. I decided not to de-pair since I didn't have any caps or any way to make block off plates. I checked the lines and a few were loose or could have…
  41. 3rd gen rough idle when hot........Why? 8 Sep 2012 16:00 Voltage of battery with bike off after 1000 miles of riding in 7 days is 12.7 I think I'm doing alright there so I'll check vacuum lines and the fan.
  42. 1st Gen with CBR wheels. Post up pics and your experience with it 8 Sep 2012 15:58 thor294 so I assume this is a pretty worthwhile upgrade to my 86 vfr750 eh? Yes, I have the CBR wheels on my '86 VFR and I love it. So much better.
  43. 3rd gen rough idle when hot........Why? 7 Sep 2012 21:29 Thanks for the suggestions. I'll be checking it out this weekend. Hopefully its an air leak (easier) as opposed to an electrical gremlin to hunt.
  44. 3rd gen rough idle when hot........Why? 6 Sep 2012 23:46 I've been commuting to work on my '93 VFR last week and this week and traffic has been fine and the bike has been running great. Getting between 42-48mpg. Great ride. Yesterday morning and this morning traffic going on…
  45. Build or buy? 2 Sep 2012 23:43 Sounds like a great project!! How much would you sell all the 5th gen stuff you have? Just curious. I, personally would love a project like that. Something that, when complete you could sit back and enjoy whether riding…
  46. Stupid VFR's 2 Sep 2012 12:56 You don't even need pipes or superbike bars!!! Just ride as is! Yes, they do last as long as you've heard. Ensure the wire harness was updated by the dealer (was recalled so just have the dealer run your VIN) and you…
  47. Low Cost '93 Restoration 13 Aug 2012 22:15 I considered the naked route but putting in the effort to make it look right is soooo much work. Probably more than fixing the bodywork and when it's finished it still wouldn't look right to me. Besides, I want to rack…
  48. Low Cost '93 Restoration 13 Aug 2012 16:42 Thanks for all comments. I'm itching to ride right now. Miles are 29XXX so just broken in!
  49. Low Cost '93 Restoration 13 Aug 2012 00:10 This past January I was out riding around and found a '93 VFR750 (only year of the all white VFR besides 2006) sitting in someones yard about 15 miles from my place. Upon closer inspection (yes, I was trespassing) I…
  50. New Continental Contimotions review 12 Aug 2012 23:52 I've used them on my Triumph S3 and my VFR's since they came out about 2 years ago. I can get about 8000 miles out of a rear. They are very good, low cost tires.

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