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Knobber
32 posts recovered 6 threads started First seen 27 Mar 2010 Last seen 24 Feb 2017
Threads started
6 in the archive- engine repair Knobber · 20 Feb 2017 – 20 Feb 2017
- Big engine repair! Knobber · 20 Feb 2017 – 24 Mar 2017
- Engine won't start Knobber · 3 Jan 2017 – 11 Jan 2017
- Rear cam tensioner plunger Knobber · 4 Nov 2016 – 31 Dec 2016
- Sliders Knobber · 27 Aug 2010 – 27 Aug 2010
- Luggage rack Knobber · 27 Mar 2010 – 3 Apr 2010
Recent posts
All 32- Big engine repair! Well, talked with the mechs today. They said they have seen two of the valves. One is scuffed and the other is bent. I have told them I want them to hang on to all the parts so I can see them. Trying to learn from my…
- Big engine repair! I'd give it some thought but started down the road of ordering pieces! I plan on staying on top of them - probably won't do anything but will make me feel better. Hate to say I could get taken but I also hate to pay for…
- Big engine repair! Well, to follow-up. They ran a bore scope down the motor (spark plug holes) and showed me pictures. I couldn't make much out of it but they said there was a lack of carbon build on the intake valves (?) and this…
- Big engine repair! Rechecked the manual and under the section for tensioner plunger removal/replacement, nowhere does it say the engine needs to be at a specific setting (i.e. TDC). That doesn't mean it shouldn't, but you would expect the…
- Big engine repair! I truly appreciate the responses. It would appear I have made a "rookie" mistake that is going to cost me. I plan on stopping over at the shop tomorrow to talk face-to-face to see what can be done and determine the…
- engine repair I need some big help. I removed and replaced my rear cam chain tensioner plunger a few months ago. Pretty straight forward work. I followed the shop manual and guidance from a member on this site. Pretty straight…
- Big engine repair! I need some big help. I removed and replaced my rear cam chain tensioner plunger a few months ago. Pretty straight forward work. I followed the shop manual and guidance from a member on this site. Pretty straight…
- Engine won't start Appreciate the feed back. I am going to check the fuel pump even though I am pretty sure I didn't do anything to it working on the plunger. Maybe it just crapped out at that exact time? I did put fuel directly into the…
- Engine won't start I am hoping someone might be able to help me. I posted a while back that I changed my rear cam chain tensioner plunger and since re-installment the motor will not start. It turns over, the starter sounds normal but I…
- Rear cam tensioner plunger Well it has been a while but... nothing has worked. I have tried everything I can think of. - Cam chain tensioner is back in. - I did not remove anything else; no wires, no hard parts, nothing. - If I try to start the…
- Rear cam tensioner plunger Thanks a lot for the input. I will be digging into this over the coming weeks. Kids preclude this being a quick fix!
- Rear cam tensioner plunger Thanks. I am working through that now. It is just the oddest thing. Take out a cam tensioner plunger - put in a new one and the motor doesn't start! Kill switch is on. Starter turns the motor and with full throttle it…
- Rear cam tensioner plunger Ouch. Seems like a lot of work. What are the odds something like that happened? I just can't imagine I did something to throw the chain off and thus the timing?!
- Rear cam tensioner plunger I'll take a look but I don't think I did that. I was only on the side down low as I was only doing the rear plunger.
- Rear cam tensioner plunger Where are the coil packs plugged in? Could I have inadvertently unplugged them because I didn't unplug anything on purpose.
- Rear cam tensioner plunger I didn't unplug anything. The only things I removed was the heat shield with the right foot peg bracket (had to in order to get at the plunger). I did not run the motor until everything was buttoned back up again. I…
- Rear cam tensioner plunger I was wondering if anyone could help me? I just replaced my rear cam chain tensioner plunger (it was clicking!) and it was pretty straight forward. Only problem was when I got the new one in, the bike wouldn't start. It…
- Oem topcase bracketmounting rack question I have had the OEM rack and box for two years now and really like it. Like all things Honda, it fits like is should. It adds good storage (even though slightly "aerodynamic shape" costs it some space inside) and the…
- (6TH Gen) OEM Hard Panniers/Saddlebags for less than $750 shipped I just looked up the site and it lists the hard saddle bags and the mounting hardware seperately. The bags (it actually says "bag") are $873.56 and the mounts are $359.96. Don't know what to make of that.
- Best tires for the VFR??? Updated 2011 I'm still running the stock BT020. I have almost 8k on the bike and the tread looks fine but they are starting to square off. I was thinking about going to Michelins but Bike magazine (Brit pub, probably the best…
- Aftermarket levers I have the CHinese knock-offs from auctmarts. $65 with shipping. Foldable, adjustable, etc. Fit real nice an deasy and so far (about two months) they work well and feel fine. Definitely look better than stock so that is…
- frame sliders [image: View Post]Chaz06i, on 09 February 2011 - 11:45 AM, said: [image: View Post]Knobber, on 09 February 2011 - 08:08 AM, said: OK. After thinking about this for a while and reading the posts I am wondering. What are…
- frame sliders OK. After thinking about this for a while and reading the posts I am wondering. What are you really trying to protect by installing frame sliders? Is it truly the body work? If this is the case I don't know if you could…
- Need less vibration from my 2006. My 06 only has 5500 miles on it and I have vibes coming through the bars. I am fairly certain it is from the einging (all sorts of non-scientific experiments!) and I am also fairly certain it is normal. I rode another…
- Sliders Was weondering who uses sliders and if you feel they are worth it. I am thinking about adding some but I don't want to mess up my body work. Does anyone make some that can be installed without having to drill the body…
- Grip Recommendations I've been playing around with a few different sets and finally settles on Oury road grips. A little softer but still with plenty of control. I think they were $10. Really like them You will have to cut the end off…
- Good touring grip? [image: View Post]monkeyspanner, on 04 August 2010 - 06:01 AM, said: [image: View Post]antwon412, on 21 July 2010 - 12:20 PM, said: i want to replace the stock grips on my 6th gen with something a little softer. Any…
- Who hates their seat The seat definitely isn't the best. It slides me forward and if you don't have the junk stashed right it gets caught under, not very comfprtable. Even if you don't though it is still rough after a few hours on the inner…
- What's your favorite tank bag? I have a Nelson-Rigg Silverstreak and really like it. I think it is the perfect size. Big enough to stuff a decent amount of stuff in it but it doesn't get in the way. Strong magnets won't let it go anywhere. Comes with…
- Luggage rack I heard the same thing that Givi made the rack for Honda. I believe they just change the top plate. I also read someone had trouble afixing a different plate but maybe he just wasn't doing it right. Givi also makes a…
- Luggage rack Yeah I have heard that too. Seems whichever system you buy into, that is the one you have. I am just curious to pros/cons of either. The Honda ones look nice but are a little more expensive.
- Luggage rack I am looking to add a luggage rack to my 06 VFR and I am debating between the OEM and a GIVI. I was wondering if anyone had personal use and thoughts on either of these two produsts?
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