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fotodadi
104 posts recovered 11 threads started First seen 24 Oct 2008 Last seen 24 May 2017
Threads started
11 in the archive- Wiring Diagram fotodadi · 6 Mar 2015 – 19 Feb 2017
- So I Got The 2013... fotodadi · 8 Apr 2013 – 10 Apr 2013
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? fotodadi · 4 Mar 2013 – 18 Nov 2016
- VFR Mods You have done.....with links, if possible. fotodadi · 30 May 2012 – 4 Jun 2012
- TPMS fotodadi · 7 Dec 2011 – 8 Dec 2011
- DCT Failure? fotodadi · 3 Dec 2011 – 5 Dec 2011
- 2CTs + Front and Rear Tire Change fotodadi · 5 Mar 2011 – 23 May 2011
- The Lazy Windscreen Removal method fotodadi · 24 Feb 2011 – 26 Aug 2014
- Rear Hugger fotodadi · 13 Feb 2011 – 13 Jun 2011
- VFR1200F release date fotodadi · 27 Dec 2009 – 27 Dec 2009
- Help With Temperature Display fotodadi · 24 Oct 2008 – 31 Oct 2008
Recent posts
Last 50 of 104- Veefour Electronic Cruise Control, Installed And Tested DavidField, 5/14/2017 at 11:22 AM Pic annotated to show the position of the switch cable running over the frame. Hex heads might be easier still as there was not much room for the allen key either. I will be removing…
- 2010 engine vs 2012+ Engine interchangable? RC123V make a very good case. However, to answer your question, as I do have some experience, engine is the same between the years...I put a 2013 engine in a 2010 bike. But I did use the TB and all else from my 2010 in…
- Spiegler LSL vs Heli bars WOW! So much has happened here. I have the Helibars on mine but with I am reading here, it seems I might be heading to the LSL. A question though....what bar ends can one use with the LSL option?
- New Tires Needed. Looking For Advice. PR4 GTs. Awesome feel and improved handling.
- brakes Stopping Minutiae (or 1200 Rear Brakes) Wow! Interesting! Can you confirm if the brake disc is the same size too?
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? WOW!!! I am just seeinf this.... I am so sorry about your experience. I really do not remember having any problem splitting the engine like I did without any special tools. I do remember that I had some difficulty…
- Wiring Diagram Awesome information Timm! All your suggestions are noted...perhaps I will look at getting the self cancel switch too....will study this bit more and decide. Will update as I make progress. Thanks Timm
- Wiring Diagram Hi all, Does anyone have the wiring diagram for the 2014 on VFR800? I am looking at the next project for my 7 Gen 1200FD being self cancelling blinkers. I I am looking at implementing the 2014 800 stock equipment to my…
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? Finally she is up!!! FEAR ME (2010 model) meets ROLE MODEL (2013 model) [image: IMAG1003.jpg]
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? Veefer800Canuck ISo now you have TWO of them, since you had bought a replacement bike already, what are you going to do? Have a friend who is just waiting for it to be assembled to take it off me. :cool:
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? What can I say! A picture is worth a thousand words. In this case....several! Honda came through for me BIG TIME! [image: IMAG0926.jpg] Hmmmmm...what do we have here! [image: IMAG0929.jpg] Hmmmm....a HONDA Van! [image:…
- Failed Final Drive/shaft I can't remember for sure - but didn't the 7th gen owner that had the rod bearing failure that ruined his motor get some sort of help from Honda after making some similar appeals? I am sure he did. :wink: So sorry about…
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? Hmmmmm! What I can say is that it is not very easy to process imports into Nigeria. What with all the documentation that one has to do.....especially if such an item has never been imported before. :wink: I am loving…
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? I have received quite a few emails and phone calls. All seem to be pointing to a happy ending for this story. When it happens, I will share with all.
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? Dutchy Maybe you'll get ten 125's? :goofy: [image: 2649028-622868-row-of-motorcycle-wheels.] Ha ha ha! Now that's really funny!!!
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? Update. In the last 2 weeks, Honda have surprised me further with the care and concern they have shown. I even got a visit from reps from the local assembly plant (assembling 125s and petrol generators) who took…
- So I Got The 2013... Ok! An update. Have started installing all my little toys and today was time for the shock sensing Gorilla alarm. As I lifted up the tank....a new sensor, circled in pink. I guess its for the board computer. That, plus…
- So I Got The 2013... Right you are Volfy...the 2010 bike has the Givi set up. I modified the bracket though so its a lot stronger than the original kit that came from Givi. The grab handles are actually rubberized so you don't see or feel…
- So I Got The 2013... ...and I am back in the saddle. I weighed things carefully knowing that even when I fix my old bike, I would be able to sell it for a tidy sum. I did the math.....accounting for depreciation and all....and took the…
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? Hi guys! Some feedback and a light at the end of the tunnel? Today I got the mail below Needless to say I asked for a new engine [image: biggrin.gif] MAIL has been removed.However, I will continue to update all and keep…
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? This is actually what has me very very concerned......."Why did this happen?". I have observed that there was no discoloration on the crankshaft, con-rod or metal bearings. This leads me to the conclusion that the…
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? Thanks so much for all your help, suggestions and advice. I have just gotten the final email from Honda UK and I am tired and will not pursue it any further. Honda, UK, have told me that it is out of warranty and thats…
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? Looks Like I have a long battle ahead of me. Below is Honda UK/EU's reply and my email. Dear Mr Kanu Thank you for your recent e-mail into our offices regarding your Honda VFR1200. I am sorry to hear of the recent…
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? Interesting...the bulletin says the DCT version is not affected. Although my VIN is in the range....001235.
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? BTW...made a video before I opened her up.....its not the best of videos but its here
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? Thanks for the support guys! Several constraints I have.....I am Nigeria in Africa.....bike was bought from a dealer in the UK. Apparently, my warranty is only valid in the EU zone. However, my dealer, Doble in the UK,…
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? It is with a heavy heart that I inform us all of the worst. I have a damaged crack-shaft. Piston 1 appears to have lost its bearings somewhere along the line and the pictures say the rest. [image:…
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? Still trying to upload the video...we will see how that goes. So the pictures say the story.....for now. Fillings in the sump. Strange because I have only every serviced the bike with genuine Honda filters and I use the…
- 23K+ Km And A Possible Dct Failure? Sunday 03.03 So...there I was....on my return trip from a Biker Event about 1000km from home. About 200km to go I start feeling a very very slight vibration through my handle bars. I stop my music and start paying some…
- V12X Drive By Psssst...Dutchy, wipe up the white powder before you take the picture. LOL
- VFR Mods You have done.....with links, if possible. [image: View Post]interceptorrider, on 31 May 2012 - 07:24 PM, said: Fotodadi, how did you lower your pegs 2 inches? Thanks. Ride safe Mark Details here
- VFR Mods You have done.....with links, if possible. Hi Guys!! Been seeing all the lenghts some of us have gone through to make our bikes unique and I thought we could have a thread just for that...so anyone who want any info can get it right away. So feel free to post…
- Push starting a VFR1200F sucks [image: View Post]fasterspider, on 12 January 2012 - 05:42 PM, said: Never jump start a motorcycle off of a running auto but, jump starting a motorcycle off of an auto battery that is not being charged is no problem.…
- Honda Cross-Tourer Noticed that the wheels allow for tubeless tire installation. I am lusting already. Would love to test ride one!
- Push starting a VFR1200F sucks [image: View Post]ausmithy, on 03 January 2012 - 08:09 PM, said: Luckily you had a manual gearbox, those of us with the DCT would've been in trouble, I'm guessing the slipper clutch didn't slip too much then.!! Cheers,…
- Ignition lock jammed up tonight Thanks for the graphite tip guys....have ordered a bottle
- TPMS A picture of the valve stem on the front wheel of my R1200GS is attached here. The VFR is not close by to take a picture but the valve stem is no higher than it is here. Attached Images [image: Valve stem.jpg]
- TPMS [image: View Post]2thdr, on 07 December 2011 - 10:54 AM, said: My rub with these is that I love my 83 degree angled aluminum valve stems... Thanks for the review though...come back when you've put some miles/time on…
- TPMS [image: View Post]vanion2, on 07 December 2011 - 08:47 AM, said: Nice...how much does this kit run? Its on amazon for a little over $130
- TPMS Just got and installed the Orange M202 TMPS. The unit displays sensor battery voltage also so you know when your sensors are getting shot. Orange Electronics also sells sensors alone so its very easy to replace the…
- DCT Failure? [image: View Post]Dutchgixxer, on 05 December 2011 - 11:32 AM, said: The dealer has sold 16 DCT VFRs. 3 came back with a innershaft sensor/sensor conector problem. Al fixed under warrenty. Did you already check the…
- DCT Failure? [image: View Post]Dutchgixxer, on 05 December 2011 - 05:16 AM, said: I have made a phone call to a big honda dealer in holland and they confirmed my analyse. :huh: [image: View Post]Dutchgixxer, on 05 December 2011 -…
- DCT Failure? OK guys!!! The jury is in.....Verdict?...."Faulty inner mainshaft sensor" Knowing the problem is 90% the solution!!! :rolleyes: The service manual gives a very detailed blow by blow procedure on how to track the…
- DCT Failure? 13712km and my bike goes into limp mode. History: Have had one or two glitches in the time I have owned this bike.....some surprises but generally all has been OK. Heard of the possibility of getting the new maps on my…
- Rear pads dead at 9300 miles [image: View Post]HispanicSlammer, on 25 October 2011 - 07:39 PM, said: Just check that front left side - the small pad on the top - mine got toasted at the same time the rear was. I ended up replacing all the pads as a…
- Front wheel replacement [image: View Post]fasterspider, on 13 July 2011 - 09:16 PM, said: This past Saturday I was riding west bound on the 101 passing the 405 interchange when a damned cager tried to occupy my space in the left lane which…
- Geelong Carbon Hugger for VFR 1200 DCT :fing02:
- Glitch? [image: View Post]Auspa�ol, on 16 June 2011 - 11:56 AM, said: Sounds odd for such a technologically complex machine huh?? Just thought I'd throw this out there see if anyone else has been through this with the 1200...…
- Six weeks a tent and a vfr updated november 12th traffic with a capitol t hollywood and the score wind 1 olive 0 day 4148 great adventure.....enjoy and keep the reports coming so we can enjoy with you too!!!
- 2CTs + Front and Rear Tire Change Did a brisk sprint this weekend. I hate to admit but I did do some flat out runs during my 500+km run. :lobby: Noticed my rear tyre temp rise to 172F with the front hitting 130F. Bot tyre were inflated to recommended…
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