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flavadave98VFR800FI

158 posts recovered 5 threads started First seen 19 Oct 2010 Last seen 3 Oct 2012

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  1. 125,000 miles 07.13.2011 flavadave 30 14 Jul 2011 16 Jul 2011 flavadave · 14 Jul 2011 – 16 Jul 2011
  2. Frank-N-Motard flavadave98VFR800FI 9 20 Jan 2011 22 Jan 2011 flavadave98VFR800FI · 20 Jan 2011 – 22 Jan 2011
  3. Renthal on a 5th gen? flavadave98VFR800FI 22 5 Jan 2011 6 Jan 2011 flavadave98VFR800FI · 5 Jan 2011 – 6 Jan 2011
  4. Ride before Thanksgiving flavadave98VFR800FI 16 22 Nov 2010 24 Nov 2010 flavadave98VFR800FI · 22 Nov 2010 – 24 Nov 2010
  5. Lord it is hard to be humble flavadave98VFR800FI 8 11 Nov 2010 12 Nov 2010 flavadave98VFR800FI · 11 Nov 2010 – 12 Nov 2010

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  1. VFR800 vs other lightweight ST's 3 Oct 2012 00:02 imo sprint or vfr Honda always
  2. 125,000 miles 07.13.2011 15 Jul 2011 20:02 [image: View Post]smoothsailin, on 15 July 2011 - 11:39 AM, said: Wow! These are truly impressive results. Fifth-generation viffer engines with 250-500k+ miles on them? That's freakin amazing! Makes me wonder since my…
  3. 125,000 miles 07.13.2011 15 Jul 2011 05:11 LJVFR, on 14 July 2011 - 09:32 PM, said: Congrats Dave!! :fing02: I'm way behind you, I just turned 26000 on my 98. The 6 mile commute to work everyday doesn't help my cause though. Must get out and ride more. One…
  4. 125,000 miles 07.13.2011 15 Jul 2011 05:09 [image: View Post]Veefer800Canuck, on 14 July 2011 - 10:21 PM, said: THREADJACK IN PROGRESS!!! 250k on a 2000 Gixxer 750: http://www.sport-tou...html#msg1496488 [/threadjack] Thats amazing. Is that miles or kilometers.…
  5. 125,000 miles 07.13.2011 14 Jul 2011 20:52 The mileage on these gear driven engines proves they built the best b-four ever in the fifth gen. The fact the my old VFRs no matter how old can hold ground with the newest liter bikes proves that the bike is balanced…
  6. 125,000 miles 07.13.2011 14 Jul 2011 14:06 274,000 thousand on a bike. Thats a lot of bug guts.....
  7. 125,000 miles 07.13.2011 14 Jul 2011 04:34 [image: View Post]Monk, on 13 July 2011 - 11:30 PM, said: Way to go........ I've had a few to 100 but for some reason haven't taken them past that..... Maybe with this one since I'm putting so many extras on it. SO...…
  8. 125,000 miles 07.13.2011 14 Jul 2011 04:32 [image: View Post]kaldek, on 13 July 2011 - 11:26 PM, said: Damn I got some catching up to do. Actually, on an average of 9,650 miles a year I'm right on your tail! Try harder the other VFR has 47,000 now... Attached…
  9. 125,000 miles 07.13.2011 14 Jul 2011 03:49 My FrankenVFR still runs strong and just turned 125,000 miles tonight. My pictures were taken on the parking lot where I pulled off at Gateway Harley in St. Louis, MO Bet that never happened on their lot before. I was…
  10. My 1998 VFR800Fi 1 Jul 2011 05:03 [image: View Post]fastrax203, on 30 June 2011 - 06:31 PM, said: [image: View Post]vanion2, on 30 June 2011 - 04:25 PM, said: Wet and sexy...nice. Now get rid of those frame sliders over your radiators and put them in…
  11. Catastrophic Pilot Road 3 Failure 29 Jun 2011 06:00 That bike was laid down? Passenger pegs look great. Aside from the holes in the rubber that bike looks good.
  12. Thinking about buying a VFR, need opinions. 29 Jun 2011 05:46 Make sure the VIN matches the bike. Yellow 1999? Doesn't add up. If you have a new to you 2000 in the color yellow. Congrats!
  13. Carbon Muffler Cover 29 Jun 2011 05:35 Carbon pipe, cool. Carbon cover, not cool. I dont like hood scopes that dont function either.
  14. VFR no longer in demand? 27 Jun 2011 03:25 I bought my second fifth gen just for the plastic for the first fifth gen. I will likely by a third before its all done, maybe even a forth. I love my bike. I know you have heard me say it jokingly but its true.…
  15. Thinking about buying a VFR, need opinions. 24 Jun 2011 07:47 I HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY ON THIS. I really feel after riding and pushing both that the real answer comes down to the way you ride. NOT BASED ON LOOKS The sixth gen was a big improvement on things that needed to be…
  16. The Bailey 14 Jun 2011 14:28 Thank you for sharing
  17. New Tires but only half the balance! 9 Jun 2011 13:23 [image: View Post]VFRbeliever, on 04 April 2011 - 07:04 AM, said: Just installed a new set of Pilot Powers. I had a friend of mine who had just opened up a shop (auto) do some servicing on the bike and install the…
  18. Letter from the Franklin motel TMAC 26 May 2011 14:37 That letter was impressive. I am proud to be a member. Proud, David
  19. What I learned during TMAC 26 May 2011 01:49 Here is what I learned. This trip raised my game to new levels. I learned more from Arkansas to Nashville and Nashville to Franklin than most could learn in months or even years. Dutch, Baily, and Slammer put me to the…
  20. What I learned during TMAC 26 May 2011 01:35 [image: View Post]dutchinterceptor, on 25 May 2011 - 09:11 AM, said: [image: View Post]CHUCK2, on 25 May 2011 - 05:40 AM, said: Who are the fast ones? Lee2002 was the fastest one at Tmac this year!! from kansas. Holy…
  21. Home Safely from TMAC 26 May 2011 00:42 [image: View Post]Lee 2002, on 22 May 2011 - 10:26 PM, said: I'm home. 903 miles / 14 hours. No performance awards... although I did get to see 6 cars pulled over at once in Illinois.... I just kept driving even though…
  22. Home Safely from TMAC 26 May 2011 00:29 [image: View Post]Rufrydrsc2up, on 22 May 2011 - 06:02 PM, said: Hey all! Vicki and I got home at 3pm. To all those I've known, those I just met, and those I have yet to meet, thanks for making this another great event…
  23. Home Safely from TMAC 26 May 2011 00:24 [image: View Post]MikeOnBike, on 25 May 2011 - 06:57 PM, said: I've been home for 3 days. Sorry for all you who've been out looking for me. LOL He is here all week folks Ta Da!
  24. Home Safely from TMAC 26 May 2011 00:23 [image: View Post]HispanicSlammer, on 24 May 2011 - 09:13 PM, said: Jeez just got home an hour ago and stood in a hot shower for 20 minutes trying to warm up! Right at Oakley KS the wind kicked up to 40mph and then it…
  25. Home Safely from TMAC 26 May 2011 00:18 [image: View Post]Muff, on 22 May 2011 - 07:15 PM, said: I had a great time meeting you guys. Home now and can't wipe the smile off my face!! Hey Muff I am going to be enjoying a cigar this weekend......ENJOYING it…
  26. Official 2011 Tmac event report & picture thread! 23 May 2011 01:35 Oh my goodness I had so much fun !
  27. Tinted shield or sunglasses 24 Apr 2011 20:11 I have one helmet clear one helmet tinted and I try to wear the tint as much as I can unless I am sure I will be not just out in the night but, on roads that I NEED to see further. When I travel I take the X-11 with a…
  28. Official TEXASMAC 2011 Event Thread, May 19th-22nd 21 Apr 2011 19:38 HELLO EVERYONE, I have not popped my head up for possibly months....I have been caught by the "cut backs" bug, which lead to other disasters. Funny it has been riding that has keep my head right. So, I am looking for a…
  29. Right or left foot down? 26 Mar 2011 16:12 I tend to stop and then track stand for a second until I am sure I am not going to move again. I think I just drop both feet at the same time.
  30. Rear Wheel Conversion (Car Wheel) 14 Mar 2011 13:05 How well does the bead hold the rim?
  31. Go with a plan, or wing it? 1 Mar 2011 19:49 Too many people ringing there hands. Just pack and go bro. WING IT You want a plan go to six flags on days they give you a discount with a empty coke can. You want to do something you can tell you kids kids about? WING…
  32. VFR Won't Turn Over 1 Mar 2011 14:57 :laughing6-hehe:If you listen to a Harley guy i know he would say his doesn't turn over due to "high compression"
  33. what mods for a vfr 14 Feb 2011 16:18 [image: View Post]Ryanme17, on 13 February 2011 - 09:32 AM, said: I would highly recommend Lobster Mirror extenders and heated hand grips. AGREED
  34. What's the best Riding Music? 6 Feb 2011 16:23 I almost never ride with music. When i am cycling I listen to lots of hard driven rock. I use the beats to keep my cadence. When I do ride the VFR with music it has to be happy fun music so I dont get in the wrong mood.
  35. What's the best Riding Music? 6 Feb 2011 16:17 Monk, on 05 February 2011 - 08:58 PM, said: muffer, on 05 February 2011 - 06:52 PM, said: Monk, on 05 February 2011 - 06:49 PM, said: When I do listen while riding, I love CCR, and it does make me push it, but I'm…
  36. Official TEXASMAC 2011 Event Thread, May 19th-22nd 4 Feb 2011 13:22 Myself and BTL68 should both be registered for tickets, t-shirts,and group dinner. I will get the Hotel set up after this meeting I have to attend.
  37. Official TEXASMAC 2011 Event Thread, May 19th-22nd 29 Jan 2011 16:50 [image: View Post]Monk, on 29 January 2011 - 12:21 AM, said: [image: View Post]flavadave98VFR800FI, on 28 January 2011 - 11:33 PM, said: [image: View Post]timmythecop, on 28 January 2011 - 09:08 PM, said: Baileyrock- I…
  38. Just Hunting for Sympathy 28 Jan 2011 18:39 :pissed:
  39. Neglected VFR 27 Jan 2011 01:48 Congrats on the find brother. It looks like it is in the same stage of build as the project I am working. I look forward to seeing it change. Chairs mate
  40. Get in while the getting is good on PR2 tires 25 Jan 2011 19:43 [image: View Post]Monk, on 25 January 2011 - 02:30 PM, said: I hope the PR3's sell well, and keep the price down on the PR2's. :fing02: I am with you
  41. gonna make some more mirror extenders 25 Jan 2011 18:51 :cheerleader:Thank you Lobster, They arrived and they look great. I can't wait to out them on.
  42. Premium fuel 25 Jan 2011 18:31 [image: View Post]2thdr, on 25 January 2011 - 01:03 PM, said: [image: View Post]silkysmooth, on 25 January 2011 - 12:09 PM, said: [image: View Post]flavadave98VFR800FI, on 25 January 2011 - 12:05 PM, said: I guess I am…
  43. Premium fuel 25 Jan 2011 17:05 I guess I am switching back to low grade. HAS ANYONE STUDIED THE BOOST THAT ARE ON THE MARKET? WHICH ONES WORK< WHICH ARE JUNK?
  44. At a crossroads 23 Jan 2011 17:41 I enjoy riding, so I ride. I could just as well choke on a bagel.
  45. bought a HONDA engine on Ebay $102.50 now what? 23 Jan 2011 03:55 [image: View Post]DougFromIndy, on 22 January 2011 - 10:37 PM, said: So I like to bid on junk. This engine has everything, carbs, pipes, electric, battery...all thats in pics. It says its a 400cc but I think its a 1982…
  46. Frank-N-Motard 22 Jan 2011 14:26 [image: View Post]JZH, on 22 January 2011 - 05:18 AM, said: It's still got the OEM top clamp, so I'd have to say it is not the LSL kit (which includes a new top clamp). Looks like a set of clamps you can buy from any…
  47. Renthal diamond grips - anyone using them? Long term grip reviews 22 Jan 2011 04:41 timmythecop I like the "Found in a dusty corner of the shop" brand. very cheap. [image: 020-2.jpg] I had SCOTT once and I used wire twisted on the grip ends to keep them from twisting. Timmy? Blue? Really? Were those…
  48. Frank-N-Motard 22 Jan 2011 04:25 [image: View Post]number9, on 21 January 2011 - 04:04 PM, said: Is that an LSL kit, or a custom one? I would love to do that to my VFR, but can't stomach the price of the LSL kit. I can not answer that question.…
  49. Turning left VS's turning right 22 Jan 2011 04:06 Sorry Monk let me answer what you really ask. I am strong on the right side, eye and hand. I thought on this and I will say I sweep to the left best. I think this is because of my extra time to think and the difference…
  50. Frank-N-Motard 21 Jan 2011 19:10 Horse traded parts are shipped to Cali and I now wait for my "new to me" bar set... :biggrin: [image: Posted Image] Renthal_3.jpeg [image: Posted Image] Renthal_2.jpeg [image: Posted Image] Renthal_1.jpeg They look nice…

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