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monkeyspanner

43 posts recovered 9 threads started First seen 29 Nov 2009 Last seen 8 Aug 2015

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9 in the archive
  1. Exhaust Gasket Fitting To Aftermarket Pipes And Headers Issue monkeyspanner 2 8 Aug 2015 8 Aug 2015 monkeyspanner · 8 Aug 2015 – 8 Aug 2015
  2. 8-Spoke finally found monkeyspanner 6 7 Jul 2011 13 Jul 2011 monkeyspanner · 7 Jul 2011 – 13 Jul 2011
  3. Opening both pipes on TB V.A.L.E. monkeyspanner 4 16 Jun 2011 16 Jun 2011 monkeyspanner · 16 Jun 2011 – 16 Jun 2011
  4. Just Hunting for Sympathy monkeyspanner 38 28 Jan 2011 18 Feb 2011 monkeyspanner · 28 Jan 2011 – 18 Feb 2011
  5. Exhaust heat shield needed monkeyspanner 2 9 Aug 2010 19 Sep 2010 monkeyspanner · 9 Aug 2010 – 19 Sep 2010
  6. Need a mod term clearing up monkeyspanner 6 22 Jul 2010 23 Jul 2010 monkeyspanner · 22 Jul 2010 – 23 Jul 2010
  7. Crank Case Cover Swap monkeyspanner 3 18 Jan 2010 18 Jan 2010 monkeyspanner · 18 Jan 2010 – 18 Jan 2010
  8. New Rear Shock Needed monkeyspanner 9 23 Dec 2009 24 Dec 2009 monkeyspanner · 23 Dec 2009 – 24 Dec 2009
  9. Motad V's Delkevic Headers monkeyspanner 3 29 Nov 2009 29 Nov 2009 monkeyspanner · 29 Nov 2009 – 29 Nov 2009

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  1. Right Hand Going Numb.. And An Idea 8 Aug 2015 13:35 I get this occasionally, since changing my grips to progrips, installing grip puppies over them and then fitting a grampbuster i can ride all day now. I get the odd tingle in a couple of fingers but that is from…
  2. Exhaust Gasket Fitting To Aftermarket Pipes And Headers Issue 8 Aug 2015 10:33 I have headers fitted (cat-less and temporary one until strip down in winter), I've removed the centre stand (never used it anyway) and have just replaced my lasers with two brothers racing exhaust. However the down…
  3. Gsxr Mirror Mod 13 Jul 2015 18:57 OK guys. This is my current status. I have designed and am about to have run off a set of prototype mounts that will allow the CBR/new VFR mirrors to be mounted onto the 6th Gen bikes. This is what i have and i really…
  4. Hi-Viz Helmets and clothing 21 Oct 2012 10:52 There is an interesting article in the UK RiDE magazine. Arrived on Saturday about the impact and possible benefits of Hi-Viz clothing and Bright Helmets. Basically and this is the abridged version, it makes very little…
  5. Muffler Painting 11 Sep 2012 12:05 [image: View Post]LivinTheDream1990, on 07 August 2012 - 06:33 AM, said: Nice!!! Thank you gentlemen. I knew the paint could most likely withstand the temp, but I figured someone would have tried and knew from…
  6. Just had a lowside 30 Aug 2012 16:32 Glad you are OK, i believe there are plenty of casings on eBay at the minute in the UK. Just watch out for international shipping.
  7. my vfr project frankenVIXXER :D 16 Feb 2012 13:28 Hey, hope you are on the mend, loving the job so far. You've got a lot of creativity and dedication to the mods. Got a few question for you myself. Might PM you for a few answers. Good luck and keep us all updated.
  8. Who was looking for VFRness pictures? 22 Jul 2011 15:47 [image: View Post]Lobster, on 21 July 2011 - 03:05 PM, said: Someone PMed me a while back about getting a copy of my VFRness pics. I thought I blew them away, but I found them today while I was backing up my system. If…
  9. Hi-Viz Gear (Helmet and Jacket) 22 Jul 2011 11:13 Hein Gericke, European company company make some nice stuff. Very High Viz. New laws trying to be passed in the EU currently for bikers. Mandatory High Viz jacket. So look at some of the EU makers, i bet they have a…
  10. 8-Spoke finally found 13 Jul 2011 14:02 Well, 2Fast4U, thanks for the idea. Not a bad suggestion at all. Might have to seriously consider that. Thought i would post a picture, collected the wheel complete with a bridgestone tyre, looks like it came of a…
  11. 8-Spoke finally found 9 Jul 2011 08:24 front wheel has only just been PC'd so should be fine with colour match, but always good advice. Really looking forward to getting this on.
  12. 8-Spoke finally found 7 Jul 2011 09:27 Well, I thought i would share with you all that I have finally found a 8-Spoke for my bike. Will be collecting on Tuesday, straight to PC where it will be returned black, currently white. Just for reference there have…
  13. my vfr project frankenVIXXER :D 24 Jun 2011 22:31 Few questions for you. But first, I like what you have done with the gixxer fairing. How is the clearance? Where are you mounting the rear lights for it to be A; legal and B; pass an MOT? Will lights affect the new…
  14. my vfr project frankenVIXXER :D 24 Jun 2011 21:25 i like what i see, nice work on the pipes and seat alteration. wish i had access to a welder to make some pipes for myself. will be watching this post to see the final result. Nice work and about time a Brit got in on…
  15. Stupid Luggage Question 21 Jun 2011 20:49 loving these trax boxes. Think it will be awesome to carry my photographic and airbrushing kits to jobs. Looking into these right now. Wonder if the SW-Motech connections are in the same place, so you can switch between…
  16. Givi Quick Release Rack v.s. SW-Motech Quick Release 21 Jun 2011 15:09 Not sure in the US but over here in the UK the givi is not currently available. I am very interested and would like to see some pictures. I was all in for SW Motech kit for my 6th Gen until givi sent me an update…
  17. Opening both pipes on TB V.A.L.E. 16 Jun 2011 14:34 Hoping to get some info on the TB V.A.L.E. exhaust. I know they only utilise one can when running and that some people have rotated the cans to get an even wear look. But where is the closed pipe section and what does…
  18. Anyone with a MRA SpoilerScreen Windshield? 14 Jun 2011 14:19 I'm 5'10" and have a black MRA DB screen on my bike, works brilliant for me. I do a lot of touring and had several windscreens on over the years. Had a ZG smash as well as a powerbronze. Both very poor quality in my…
  19. Tail bag recommendations anyone? 13 Jun 2011 13:12 Kriega all the way. British company and a little expensive but awesome stuff. As mentioned before you can add different bags to each other to make up and size needed. Also can be attached to rucksack when needed and…
  20. Just Hunting for Sympathy 18 Feb 2011 15:20 [image: View Post]The mailman, on 28 January 2011 - 06:32 PM, said: [image: View Post]monkeyspanner, on 28 January 2011 - 11:53 AM, said: some little S@$T had tried to steal my new look baby only to be unable to move…
  21. Just Hunting for Sympathy 28 Jan 2011 16:53 Well I am hunting for sympathy, finally got my bike complete and went out for a ride after all the mods and paint were complete. Parked outside a friends place, on his drive under the carport for the evening. When I…
  22. Exhaust heat shield needed 9 Aug 2010 13:19 I have just had fitted a custom made bracket to my mid pipe to allow me to reconnect the OEM heat shield. I am searching for the heat shield as the original i had was sold with the pipes when i switched to my lasers. I…
  23. Grip Recommendations 7 Aug 2010 15:22 for me ProGrip 699. Excellent grips, very comfy, not the best looking grips out there, very competitive price. I swear by them, get the open end ones so you can put the bar weights on and save having to cut the ends of…
  24. Any experience with bikebolts.com fasteners 4 Aug 2010 12:09 [image: View Post]vfrjim2002, on 16 July 2010 - 06:29 PM, said: I bought a set matching the color on my '02. I'm pretty happy with them. The heads of the screws are slightly smaller than the stockers so, although the…
  25. New Exhaust with lots of Photos 4 Aug 2010 11:57 love those piepes, thinking of changing out my Laser Xtreme's for these. Do they come with black tips do you know?
  26. Good touring grip? 4 Aug 2010 11:01 [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 suggestions? Grip puppies work well in the warm and dry season, but if…
  27. Need a mod term clearing up 23 Jul 2010 08:44 Many thanks all, cleared that one up.
  28. Need a mod term clearing up 22 Jul 2010 20:18 I have searched and forgotten. What are farkles that several people refer to?
  29. Gps Installation 21 Jul 2010 13:50 This topic is a saver, many thanks i have been trying to find a good mount for a Sat Nav and have finally found one plus pictures. Cheers. know i can go and get one. Looks like the setup also doesn't restrict the view…
  30. Stripping Wheel Question 21 Jul 2010 11:48 i have done my rear wheel after a harsh winter it started flaking so i had to be done. I did end up stripping the whole wheel and went for a black look with gold accents. New paint scheme i am doing to the whole bike. I…
  31. Best method to remove stickers 16 Jul 2010 21:47 hot soapy water first, then heat gun on low heat (hair dryer is the best) to soften the decal and use a very thin sharp blade the lift a corner and then peal. I used a blade from a single blade razor. after removing all…
  32. Any experience with bikebolts.com fasteners 16 Jul 2010 21:40 try tastynuts.com , have used them for years and they are very good, currently have most of my VFR out fitted with various bolts from them. Be careful of the anodised alum and the titanium, if you are trying to get…
  33. Tell Us Your Favorite Modifications. 2 Jul 2010 18:04 Throttle lock (gift of a friend) added about extra miles a day to my riding stamina on a recent Europe trip. Friend bought the wrong size and he was going to throw it in the bin next town, ask if i could try it, perfect…
  34. cat-less header install on '02 2 Jul 2010 17:51 Finally undertaken this mod myself after procrastinating over it for nearly 2 years now. Got myself some almost band new 98 catless headers (sat on a VFR VTEC as a mod and then never ridden). Been looking at the point…
  35. Crank Case Cover Swap 18 Jan 2010 16:58 I am swapping out my current crank case cover for a new one, the current one has scratches and minor damage from old as well as some recent vandalism. Finally got one cheap on ebay with no damage. So i know I have to…
  36. How many KM's have you logged? 14 Jan 2010 15:28 Mine is cruising past 50k miles and running smooth. Had a valve check done at 32k and was normal. Had all the factory recalls done by Honda. Bike is awesome, by far one of my favourites to ride. hence why i have an 02…
  37. cosmetic mods 14 Jan 2010 12:37 Rivcyko made my Bug Buster and it is a high quality piece of work. Fitted that with a new MRA DB Screen (Black) and looks awesome. You could look a Thurn Motorsport who do make some intersting but a little pricey CF…
  38. cosmetic mods 13 Jan 2010 20:51 I am with Monk, Take your time, there will be some that you will have to do. Suspension will be one of the most important and key mods. and like Monk said i true modder will notice that first over a screen or carbon…
  39. Best Hugger for 6th Gen? 26 Dec 2009 18:54 I also believe that user Rivcyko makes one. He made my B.B. for me and it is amazing. excellent quality of workmanship and fits like a glove. If he does make one it will no doubt be excellent. Might ask myself ready for…
  40. New Rear Shock Needed 23 Dec 2009 18:14 hello, well after the success and loads of help given last time i posted a modification question i am now trying again, hoping for the same results. I have been shopping around now for a few months looking at which set…
  41. Who Makes This Fender Eliminator 20 Dec 2009 15:41 Looks to be the stock fender with the plastic frontage removed. If you look at the back there is a metal bracket. This can be separated from the plastic and becomes a very small compact fender. Holds the license plate…
  42. Apparel 20 Dec 2009 15:36 there is a very nice retro one on grandprixlegends.com. They have a two stripe leather mid season that is very cool, i have it myself. I like the retro look when on short summer rides. They are UK based but do ship…
  43. Motad V's Delkevic Headers 29 Nov 2009 11:23 I am in the middle of researching which headers to get as replacement for the stock VFR800 ones currently fitted on my 02. They have some rust developing and i wish to eliminate the O2 sensor and Cat. Biek is currently…

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