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phobe

275 posts recovered 13 threads started First seen 9 Oct 2009 Last seen 8 Aug 2013

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  1. Another new (to me) Honda phobe 5 25 Oct 2012 26 Oct 2012 phobe · 25 Oct 2012 – 26 Oct 2012
  2. Dragracing the VFR1200F phobe 26 15 Sep 2011 2 Oct 2011 phobe · 15 Sep 2011 – 2 Oct 2011
  3. Can't get bug spray off my windshield! phobe 11 22 May 2011 24 May 2011 phobe · 22 May 2011 – 24 May 2011
  4. VFR1200 engine tear-down phobe 13 24 Mar 2011 21 Apr 2011 phobe · 24 Mar 2011 – 21 Apr 2011
  5. Honda Cross-Tourer phobe 49 2 Nov 2010 19 Feb 2012 phobe · 2 Nov 2010 – 19 Feb 2012
  6. Switchable Power Modes phobe 7 17 Oct 2010 19 Oct 2010 phobe · 17 Oct 2010 – 19 Oct 2010
  7. VFR1200 EVAP Removal phobe 1 12 Oct 2010 12 Oct 2010 phobe · 12 Oct 2010 – 12 Oct 2010
  8. VFR1200 PAIR removal phobe 36 7 Sep 2010 5 May 2011 phobe · 7 Sep 2010 – 5 May 2011
  9. Horn Upgrade phobe 21 25 Aug 2010 12 Oct 2010 phobe · 25 Aug 2010 – 12 Oct 2010
  10. First Ride Impressions phobe 22 18 Apr 2010 21 Apr 2010 phobe · 18 Apr 2010 – 21 Apr 2010
  11. Good sound clips of VFR1200FA phobe 13 24 Dec 2009 25 Dec 2009 phobe · 24 Dec 2009 – 25 Dec 2009
  12. VFR1200FA $18999 in Canada phobe 18 11 Dec 2009 15 Feb 2010 phobe · 11 Dec 2009 – 15 Feb 2010
  13. Vfr1200f Riding Position Comparison phobe 27 20 Oct 2009 27 Oct 2009 phobe · 20 Oct 2009 – 27 Oct 2009

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  1. Clutch Slipping, Popping Out Of Gear 8 Aug 2013 00:49 I get the occasional false neutral going from 5th to 6th. NBD
  2. Issue W Power Commander V Install 31 Jan 2013 15:03 Make sure you zero out your throttle position or your whole map will be out of sync. Hook the PC5 up to a computer and use the software.
  3. Issue W Power Commander V Install 30 Jan 2013 16:06 If you use the 02 sensor bypasses you'll get an engine light but only at warp speed and only momentarily. Sorry but I think you bodged this one. read this: http://vfr1200fa.blo...ommander-v.html
  4. Anybody Else Regret Buying Their Vfr1200? 30 Dec 2012 19:39 The power of the thing is absolutely intoxicating, its heafty in the very tight stuff and I often get passed by the more nimble 5th/6th gens in the very tight stuff of North Carolina I dont mind I am still in the hunt,…
  5. Anybody Else Regret Buying Their Vfr1200? 27 Dec 2012 18:18 lets face it, if Honda had produced a simple motorized 6 speed (vfr 1000) with hydraulic valved GP motor, race level suspension, and adjusted for ammenities and comfort. 90 % of everyone would be Drooling like CRAZY,…
  6. Anybody Else Regret Buying Their Vfr1200? 24 Dec 2012 21:50 These guys on the forum can try to justify their purchases all they want, but there are always used VFR1200 for sale. there are always used everything for sale. Haven't regretted my 1200 for a minute. I only regret that…
  7. Another new (to me) Honda 25 Oct 2012 17:42 Picked up something for shorter, slower street rides. Here's my new blog: http://gb500tt.blogspot.com
  8. Ok, it's a whale! 5 Oct 2012 05:04 [image: View Post]zRoYz, on 23 July 2012 - 07:29 AM, said: Bit harsh comparing VFR1200 to any sportsbike, even a 6th/5th gen there not in same bracket. The VFR1200 in my opinion shouldn't have the sports tourer tag,…
  9. Learning Curve �Numb Hands, Throttle Control. Body Position 8 Mar 2012 06:56 You'll find it a lot more comfortable at about 100mph. ;)
  10. 1 year later (a review) 3 Feb 2012 17:12 Good write-up, echoes a lot of my feelings about my VFR1200. This one in particular: I don't think I'll ever get rid of it. I've owned plenty of sportbikes which I got bored of, but I don't think I could replace this…
  11. Do you smile just because you are riding? 31 Jan 2012 19:23 My smile sometimes doesn't fit in my helmet.
  12. VFR 1200 Looks 18 Jan 2012 23:17 [image: View Post]Auron, on 18 January 2012 - 04:10 PM, said: This is good for me to know I guess. I'm having a heard time visualizing myself touring on a VFR1200, it's like a mental block or something, it just doesn't…
  13. Loud horns save lives 8 Jan 2012 02:46 [image: View Post]The mailman, on 07 January 2012 - 09:29 PM, said: Again, since I am no electical wizard and feel successful in the electronic field whe I plug/unplug my laptop, what is wrong with just removing the OEM…
  14. The Ideal Honda VFR DCT 1 Dec 2011 01:21 I averaged 38-40MPG US on my trip through the NW, fully loaded with the stock panniers and a gargantuan 55L givi case on the back, doing minimum 85MPH where I could.
  15. Where the VFR1200 is made? 29 Nov 2011 14:47 Serial number 000021. To my knowledge, the first 1200 in Canada.
  16. Ninja 1000 vs. VFR??? 28 Nov 2011 04:33 Anyone else reading the "bike for britain" feature in the last few issues of BIKE (UK) magazine? They are having a really hard time with the Kawi. Part 1 "B-Roads -"The infuriation is with a few things Kawasaki got…
  17. VFR1200 2012 23 Nov 2011 17:08 Relax.... Suzuki has made their GSXRs with a timing retarder that does the exact same thing for at least 10 years.
  18. VFR1200 2012 23 Nov 2011 15:53 I usually don't crank the throttle wide open at full lean in first or second.
  19. The Ideal Honda VFR DCT 23 Nov 2011 04:16 hopefully Honda isn't listening
  20. Looking at purchasing a new 1200 21 Nov 2011 01:23 It's Honda's version of a K1300S, but with a sweet V4 and a bunch of state-of-the-art new technology. It's faster, better-handling, better-looking, better sounding and probably more reliable than the K1300S, but for…
  21. Looking at purchasing a new 1200 20 Nov 2011 23:07 [image: View Post]ericlw, on 20 November 2011 - 05:39 PM, said: only 2500? id buy a bmw k1300s before id consider that. Why?
  22. Looking at purchasing a new 1200 19 Nov 2011 20:06 all the answers are here: http://vfr1200fa.blogspot.com
  23. Honda unveils updated veefalo at EICMA 14 Nov 2011 02:42 [image: View Post]ericlw, on 13 November 2011 - 08:25 PM, said: the bmw k1300s isnt much more expensive then the vfr anyway. It also isn't as good.
  24. Honda unveils updated veefalo at EICMA 13 Nov 2011 16:11 That seat cover reminds me of a tarantula moulting its dead outer layer.
  25. Honda unveils updated veefalo at EICMA 9 Nov 2011 17:00 http://vfr1200fa.blo...-whats-new.html
  26. Honda unveils updated veefalo at EICMA 8 Nov 2011 23:43 I wonder if the footrest mounts are the same. The Xtourer ones are way lower.
  27. Honda unveils updated veefalo at EICMA 8 Nov 2011 16:11 [image: View Post]HispanicSlammer, on 08 November 2011 - 10:11 AM, said: Bigger fuel tank? I wonder how much it would cost to retro fit the veefalo with an updated tank? Don't bother. It's only 400mL bigger, not enough…
  28. Honda unveils updated veefalo at EICMA 8 Nov 2011 15:02 Traction control and a trip computer.... I wonder if I can put that on my 2010 without spending a fortune? Gonna guess probably not. I really like that titanium grey scheme.
  29. Rear pads dead at 9300 miles 25 Oct 2011 15:20 The 1200's brakes aren't linked front to back.
  30. Rear pads dead at 9300 miles 25 Oct 2011 13:36 [image: View Post]fasterspider, on 24 October 2011 - 11:38 PM, said: My CBX does not have this unusual pad wear. It probably has a bit of slack / slop in the brake so the first few MM of travel don't engage it. There's…
  31. Rear pads dead at 9300 miles 25 Oct 2011 02:22 Bet it was dragging or you're resting your toe on it. That would explain your dismal fuel economy.
  32. Disabling ABS 21 Oct 2011 13:51 I've done a few trackdays on my 1200 and wished I could shut off the ABS. Braking for turn 1 I would suddenly lose braking power and get thrown way off my line. I had to move my brake marker way way shorter than I would…
  33. Power Commander issue? 11 Oct 2011 18:36 The "alarm" noise you're describing is just pressure being relieved from the fuel pump pressuring up when you turn the key on. I've heard it described in other threads, it's normal, they all do it.
  34. Power Commander issue? 10 Oct 2011 23:28 Your throttle position indicated by the PC5 should go from 0 to 100. If it's out of sync, it might not hurt anything but it definitely won't allow the PCV to work as intended. I only had to calibrate the zero indication…
  35. Sales Success of 7th Gen 10 Oct 2011 17:25 Doesn't handle? Says who? Probably people who have never ridden one. ;) Attached Thumbnails [image: Attached Image: lean.jpg]
  36. Dragracing the VFR1200F 29 Sep 2011 14:33 Take those magazine times and add a second and a half for real life. i think their dragstrip goes downhill. ;)
  37. Is the 1200 coming back? 24 Sep 2011 13:17 2011s already on the showroom floor in Canada.
  38. New MAP for the VFR1200??? 24 Sep 2011 03:05 I doubt this re-map eliminates the 1st and 2nd gear restriction.
  39. Newbie exaust 18 Sep 2011 14:31 Someone here makes a carbon fiber shroud for the exhaust that looks pretty good.
  40. What are your tricks for removing the rear wheel? 18 Sep 2011 14:29 The exhaust cable was one of the first things to come off my 1200 so wheel changes are a cinch. I just undo the hanger, loosen the clamp and swivel the pipe out of the way. I also have a slip-on which is easier to…
  41. Dragracing the VFR1200F 17 Sep 2011 01:35 [image: View Post]The mailman, on 16 September 2011 - 05:24 PM, said: We have Bandimere Speedway for our 1/4 mile fun but I've never thought about putting my bike out there on the grudge nights. The thing that impressed…
  42. Zero Gravity Double Bubble ride report 16 Sep 2011 13:33 Does it come in clear?
  43. Dragracing the VFR1200F 15 Sep 2011 16:57 [image: View Post]TheBigCheese, on 15 September 2011 - 05:09 AM, said: Have you derestricted 1st and 2nd gear? Would have been sweeter if you left the saddlebags on. Yes 1st and 2nd are derestricted with the GPS hack.…
  44. Dragracing the VFR1200F 15 Sep 2011 03:54 http://vfr1200fa.blo...-dragstrip.html Miguel I hope you don't mind me linking my blog here. If it's annoying let me know and I'll paste the text and photos here instead.
  45. and about the biotype? 15 Sep 2011 01:37 The biotype for the 1200 was an orangutan.
  46. ECU Update from Honda...reported on UK site 9 Sep 2011 20:03 [image: View Post]vfrobb, on 09 September 2011 - 07:23 AM, said: I didnt spend my money with Mr Honda to have him tell me how much power Im allowed and it seems Honda are going down the BMW route, just deny theres a…
  47. Heli Bars ???? 2 Sep 2011 13:47 I'm really happy with them. I find that they allow me to sit in the wide part of the seat. http://vfr1200fa.blo...1/helibars.html
  48. Mods to my bike 29 Aug 2011 03:43 [image: View Post]Georges, on 28 August 2011 - 09:35 PM, said: [image: View Post]phobe, on 28 August 2011 - 08:33 PM, said: Saddlebag liners: Ventura makes a set that fit the OEM bags and supposedly fill them out…
  49. Mods to my bike 29 Aug 2011 01:33 Saddlebag liners: Ventura makes a set that fit the OEM bags and supposedly fill them out better. I plan on buying some. Center stand: With no chain to lube, what's the point? I bought the Pit Bull stand for the garage…
  50. VFR 800 VS 1200 28 Aug 2011 15:17 Plenty of 5th and 6th gen riders would like to state as "fact" that the 1200 isn't as nimble in the tight turns, based on its increased size and weight, but that simply isn't the case. 12 years of improvement in chassis…

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