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Willy

106 posts recovered 9 threads started First seen 13 Nov 2010 Last seen 29 Sep 2018

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  1. SumSum warm ups Willy 6 25 May 2018 23 Aug 2018 Willy · 25 May 2018 – 23 Aug 2018
  2. Where is the link for CCT replacement? Willy 12 5 Dec 2017 12 Dec 2017 Willy · 5 Dec 2017 – 12 Dec 2017
  3. Can I powder coat this without damage? Willy 12 29 Nov 2017 6 Apr 2018 Willy · 29 Nov 2017 – 6 Apr 2018
  4. How are the ignition switch fasteners loosened? Willy 9 26 Nov 2017 28 Nov 2017 Willy · 26 Nov 2017 – 28 Nov 2017
  5. New Post - Bay Area Ride - Quincy Saturday Sept 22nd Willy 7 2 Sep 2012 5 Sep 2012 Willy · 2 Sep 2012 – 5 Sep 2012
  6. 6th Gen PAIR Valve Removal Willy 12 8 Aug 2012 27 Jul 2013 Willy · 8 Aug 2012 – 27 Jul 2013
  7. Head Lamp Replacement - 6th Gen Willy 6 5 Jun 2012 6 Jun 2012 Willy · 5 Jun 2012 – 6 Jun 2012
  8. Tire Repair Equip Willy 24 5 May 2011 19 Aug 2011 Willy · 5 May 2011 – 19 Aug 2011
  9. Replacement Grips Willy 32 21 Jan 2011 9 Jul 2011 Willy · 21 Jan 2011 – 9 Jul 2011

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  1. RS850 Replica 29 Sep 2018 16:09 Wow! Bodywork is looking great!
  2. 2018 VFRD SUMSUM 4 15 Jul 2018 01:15 Cogswell, ‎7‎/‎13‎/‎2018 at 4:54 PM And Tony, Thanks to you, without which none of this would have happened. You never dissappoint - fantastic job as always. Safe travels home. Dittos to Tony. I was not there but can…
  3. 2018 VFRD SUMSUM 4 11 Jul 2018 15:02 Thanks for posting up pics. Wish I was there. Ride safe. Cheers!
  4. 2018 VFRD SUMSUM 4 7 Jul 2018 02:48 All packed up and Bluebird is ready to fly. Leaving Sunday am. First night West Yellowstone. Then will meet some of you in Sheridan on Monday in time for dinner. Cheers! [image: file-8.jpeg]
  5. SumSum warm ups 25 May 2018 02:42 Last winter I purchased and refurbished a Gen 6 RWB with 48,000 miles (to replace the same anniversary edition I sold in 2013). This year I want to finally make it to SumSum. Since I'm no longer a spring chicken, and…
  6. 2018 VFRD SUMSUM 4 24 May 2018 14:01 I know what you mean. I'm just making a point to get riding multiple long day trips as a way to tune up the body.... Cheers!
  7. 2018 VFRD SUMSUM 4 24 May 2018 01:20 Still planning to make this trip on the RWB that I refurbished over winter. Still working out a few bugs and trying to get some miles on it to make all the critters are shaken off. I have a room at the Rocket. Also…
  8. Can I powder coat this without damage? 6 Apr 2018 04:30 Thumbs... sorry I just noticed your post.... Yes, The window presses back in easily. Just coat the rubber grommet/gasket and press it in slowly with a clamp. No sweat. Q-Dawg - glad to return the favor - VFRD has given…
  9. Trim clips recommendation, please? 23 Jan 2018 19:55 6 hours ago, Skids Try these , or at least this supplier. Those linked fit the 800F/800X. I don't know if they are the same size hole as the 6th or 5th Gen but they do supply other sizes too. Thanks Skids. I've been…
  10. 2018 VFRD SUMSUM 4 23 Jan 2018 15:36 Axel, thanks for all the planning. It looks like a great route. As noted Kooskia is a great spot for me to link up with you guys. I'll go ahead and book rooms as suggested. Looking forward to this. Didit, I'll look for…
  11. Left-hand turns are more difficult 18 Jan 2018 02:24 50 minutes ago, VFR4Lee Finish the f'ing turn you old sack of potatoes. LOL. If I am in too hot and risk running wide and off, I'd rather lean it some more and hopefully she goes around the turn. If not, it seems to me…
  12. Left-hand turns are more difficult 18 Jan 2018 02:22 49 minutes ago, VFR4Lee Finish the f'ing turn you old sack of potatoes. LOL. If I am in too hot and risk running wide and off, I'd rather lean it some more and hopefully she goes around the turn. If not, it seems to me…
  13. Left-hand turns are more difficult 17 Jan 2018 04:53 I've had similar issues in both directions; right handers being blind in many cases and left turns trying to find a line that keeps my whole body in my lane without scrubbing the debris on the right third of the lane. I…
  14. End of an Era - No More VFR? 18 Dec 2017 16:29 1 hour ago, litigatin I wonder if the whole V4 thing in a mass produced, mid price, street bike is even really viable anymore. It seems, to me, that today's I4 engines generate just as linear a power band, with less…
  15. Alternative Motorcycle Transportation 17 Dec 2017 15:03 Driver is probably in the store buying more beer..... :-)
  16. Rear Brake Locking After Pressing Pedal 16 Dec 2017 14:50 Nice write up Urban. Having the pics do help. I'm going to be faced with bleeding my whole system and have the front calipers on the workbench now waiting to be rebuilt. Now I know where the famous green screen is.
  17. 2018 VFRD SUMSUM 4 15 Dec 2017 03:11 11 hours ago, didit Whiskey? From BC? What, just cause us Canadians tend to imbibe now and again. Potentially some good rum for me but no whiskey. Whiskey makes me . . . . . never mind. Rum is for the tropics. Whiskey…
  18. 2018 VFRD SUMSUM 4 14 Dec 2017 03:52 Hope some of you folks from BC bring some whiskey with you..... Just sayin'..... :-)
  19. 2018 VFRD SUMSUM 4 13 Dec 2017 17:09 Booked #32 this morning. Dates look good so far and looking forward to meeting folks.
  20. Where is the link for CCT replacement? 12 Dec 2017 02:38 Hmmm.... Will have to inspect the basket more carefully before I put the cover back on. Thanks!
  21. Where is the link for CCT replacement? 11 Dec 2017 23:56 I'll be replacing the rear CCT also this week. I have the foot peg and heat shield removed already so access is OK. I did notice that the header may be in the way trying to use the screwdriver I modified for this. I'll…
  22. Interesting Fuel Stats. 10 Dec 2017 03:39 Ya know, Could be we ride harder when we're younger.... just saying..... Cheers!
  23. Where is the link for CCT replacement? 7 Dec 2017 03:10 Rogue, thanks for warning on torqueing these fasteners down. I've been very careful - 1/4 socket driver and one handed. I have a torque wrench. I should get it out and use it going forward. I got the front CCT replaced…
  24. Where is the link for CCT replacement? 6 Dec 2017 04:16 Yep. I had to ask though...... OK - will order and wait a week for it to arrive..... I guess I have all winter...... Cheers
  25. Where is the link for CCT replacement? 6 Dec 2017 03:49 Rogue, Duc, Thank you both. I've got the bike fully disassembled so access is easy enough. And all the fluids are already drained. Good there. I've watched a few youtube videos and it looks pretty simple. On the list…
  26. Where is the link for CCT replacement? 5 Dec 2017 18:56 I've been searching for threads regarding CCT replacement. I know they are out there - at point I thought I saw one pinned. Now that I'm about to tackle the front CCT.... can't find it. I read one from Tightwad and…
  27. Can I powder coat this without damage? 1 Dec 2017 23:19 To remove the sight glass window, I placed the side cover flat surface down on the edge of my workbench. Then placed a large socket on top of the exposed glass area - largest socket that will fit inside the case recess…
  28. Can I powder coat this without damage? 30 Nov 2017 23:06 Howdy, exchanged info with SebSpeed and with his advice I was able to pop the oil level sight window out of the case cover. Cover will now go in for powder coating to match rest of items being coated. So thanks to all…
  29. Can I powder coat this without damage? 29 Nov 2017 23:35 I'll PM SebSpeed and get his advice. I've not considered the Sebspeed cover but like the way they look. Certainly and option.
  30. Can I powder coat this without damage? 29 Nov 2017 22:13 ok was afraid that. I'm looking at the service manual and parts breakdowns. I'm not finding any part numbers or info on the rubber seal. It appears to not be a "serviceable" item. So if pull it out - then maybe I'm…
  31. Can I powder coat this without damage? 29 Nov 2017 21:31 I'm in process of having some parts like wheels powder coated. I'd like to powder coat this right hand side case. I'm wondering about the rubber seal around the glass oil level sight. Will the oven ruin the seal? I'm…
  32. How are the ignition switch fasteners loosened? 28 Nov 2017 03:26 Unusual for sure. Glad to offer up some info. Cheers!
  33. How are the ignition switch fasteners loosened? 27 Nov 2017 20:51 OK - SUCCESS! Thanks all for the advice. I tried hammering a variety of bits; torx, hex, etc into the bolt head. In the end, an oversized standard screwdriver bit was the most effective at holding a bite. Attached to a…
  34. How are the ignition switch fasteners loosened? 27 Nov 2017 16:01 Thanks Woodie for the ideas. I'll have time today to give it a shot. I'll report back. Hopefully with success! Cheers!
  35. How are the ignition switch fasteners loosened? 26 Nov 2017 23:22 Cobra - good idea. I have a dremel and can go this route if no other tools are suggested. Thanks a bunch!
  36. How are the ignition switch fasteners loosened? 26 Nov 2017 21:44 Guys, I'd like to remove the ignition switch from the top bridge so I can powder coat the bridge. The switch is fastened to the bridge with some sort of "tamper proof one-way" bolts. Pictured below. I've tried a torx…
  37. 1986 Vfr Track Bike Out Of Parts 20 Nov 2017 17:57 Amazing workmanship to say the least.
  38. RS850 Replica 20 Nov 2017 02:09 Nice work so far. The mechanical talent on this forum is beyond words. Good job!
  39. Hesitation, Stumbling, And Occasional Surging - What Are We Missing? 29 Jul 2014 22:14 Their cleaning service is listed on the left side of their home page. It's $24 per injector with 1 day turn around time. I think I'm going to try this. My 6th gen has about 20K miles on it now. I have a PCV and…
  40. Save The Veefalo! 29 May 2014 04:17 Done... Thanks for all you've done for us Miguel. Ernie
  41. 2014 Golden State Gathering 1 May 2014 02:51 Brian, I'd like to try and make the trip. I'm already signed up for several rides this summer and will see how September turns out. My work and (and therefore home calendar) is not that predictable so pick dates and…
  42. Brake Bleeding VTEC and 5th Generation 30 Jun 2013 16:41 HS, thanks for the great write up. I have this on my maint. list for end of this summer season. Ernie .
  43. 2001 Hot After Coolant Flush And Change. Shooting Coolant 14 May 2013 16:58 You may have had some air in the system but you've probably burped it out if you let it temp up and it overflowed. I wouldn't say you've harmed anything. When it gets to 220ish it's going to overflow with no cap. So I…
  44. Dynojet Pcv & Autotune & De-Cat. 6 Feb 2013 00:08 Nice installation. I like the woven fabric wire loom. Did that come with the kit? or something you added? Does anyone know where to source that stuff? I have some wiring to do and I'd rather use that - than the plastic…
  45. 6th Gen PAIR Valve Removal 4 Nov 2012 18:22 Delta, here is the link to their site. http://www.aaperf.com/products.html You will need to email them and see if they still stock them. Ernie
  46. 6th Gen PAIR Valve Removal 4 Nov 2012 08:24 Michaelangelo - how did it go? Did you get it all buttoned up and back onthe road? Ernie
  47. 6th Gen PAIR Valve Removal 3 Nov 2012 03:38 If you have the pair valve plates in place - then you have removed the vacuum housings that covered the pair valves. The vacuum lines that go to those housing can be removed (or left in place as inoperable). Those…
  48. Hi ya from Newbe ( just bought 03 ) 3 Oct 2012 21:49 Welcome to VFRD! You made a great choice. I think I may have been watching your bike on CL or Ebay as I have family an hour south of you that rides and i'm trying to persuade them to buy a VFR (mainly so I can ride it…
  49. "Well, you're a long way from home..." 21 Days Across the United States 1 Oct 2012 14:58 Awesomes pictures. That first shot of the Tetons is unbelieveable. Excellent!
  50. What does a VFR Rider do with a plain silver Arai Vector2 that's on sale? 27 Sep 2012 21:04 Nice idea! I have a boring slver helmet too and was considering some HiViz stripes. But I just ordered some Yellow Wings instead. Thx.

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