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JWhelan65

68 posts recovered 3 threads started First seen 1 Nov 2011 Last seen 30 Aug 2016

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  1. 85 VF1000R for sale with an 86 roller lots of parts JWhelan65 9 16 May 2016 31 Aug 2016 JWhelan65 · 16 May 2016 – 31 Aug 2016
  2. 85 VF1000R Shock mount JWhelan65 6 22 Mar 2012 28 Mar 2012 JWhelan65 · 22 Mar 2012 – 28 Mar 2012
  3. Project 85 VF1000R JWhelan65 123 1 Nov 2011 6 Apr 2014 JWhelan65 · 1 Nov 2011 – 6 Apr 2014

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  1. 85 VF1000R for sale with an 86 roller lots of parts 30 Aug 2016 01:46 23 hours ago, tuningforkranch 85 model begging for a full restoration, or maybe a resto-mod?? Hopefully went to a good home! Yep It did and that's exactly what is being done to it.
  2. 85 VF1000R for sale with an 86 roller lots of parts 29 Aug 2016 00:23 Complete bike sold parting out what is left, PM me with any interests
  3. 1985 VF1000R Restomod 29 Aug 2016 00:21 I know both of these bikes... What up Boris? VJ Moto
  4. 85 VF1000R for sale with an 86 roller lots of parts 23 May 2016 01:26 The 85 has sold pending payment, still have the roller and all its parts...
  5. 85 VF1000R for sale with an 86 roller lots of parts 16 May 2016 14:02 [image: 13151449_629033683915946_8496132027745766927_n.jpg] [image: 13151544_629033700582611_5528666348865871934_n.jpg] [image: 13151558_629033727249275_5750166968229740588_n.jpg] [image:…
  6. 85 VF1000R for sale with an 86 roller lots of parts 16 May 2016 13:58 85 VF1000R with 13k original miles, clean title, bike starts and runs but probably needs the carbs cleaned. Bodywork repair work has been done for the most part. I also have a complete 86 roller with enough parts to…
  7. My Old Girl Is Getting A Makeover. (83 Vf750F) 21 Jan 2015 01:09 That was a mock up
  8. My Old Girl Is Getting A Makeover. (83 Vf750F) 16 Nov 2014 03:42 I not a gambling man, but I bet it will be guzzling some petrol soon... : )
  9. My Old Girl Is Getting A Makeover. (83 Vf750F) 24 Aug 2014 02:00 Can't wait to see this thing come together.. : )
  10. A Nice Find With An Unexpected Twist 22 Jun 2014 01:22 You need to inspect those cams
  11. Project 85 VF1000R 6 Apr 2014 01:05 Bike sold on the second auction
  12. 85 Vf1000R "bike In A Box" 15 Jul 2013 00:25 Man..Beautiful job on that thing!
  13. Project 85 VF1000R 7 Jun 2013 03:06 Charlies I have a real late question on the Sonic springs you used, I purchased the same and received a PVC pipe for the spacer to be cut to fit. Is this what you used too? Just curious. BTW that bike is AWESOME!!…
  14. Project 85 VF1000R 8 May 2013 11:10 I was able to get out and really ride this thing last weekend. The new suspension made a world of difference.. I am always taken back by how fast the old girls really are.
  15. Project 85 VF1000R 24 Dec 2012 19:30 lsc86 Talk about envey at every level!!! Superb restoration and documentation on the VF1Kr and kudos on the new shop as well. In addition, you've managed to own/restore several of my all time favorite bikes that would…
  16. Grandson's '83 VF750F 23 Jul 2012 12:09 Tight little bike, I like it!
  17. Project 85 VF1000R 21 Jul 2012 01:20 Kel Haven't been home for a few weeks, over in Italy for the GP race. Bike looks fantastic!! Nice job! Thanks Kel However nothing close to your skills
  18. Project 85 VF1000R 16 Jul 2012 12:25 Apittslife Beautiful Bike! Almost makes me really want to Buy the '85 VF1000 that is on CL here locally, Down to $600.00 last I looked. But I truelly can't afford to spend my money on yet another project! Ride Safe Can…
  19. Project 85 VF1000R 15 Jul 2012 23:23 SEBSPEED Looks great. Now go get it dirty!! Going to try and get it inspected this week, its killing me having it sit there...
  20. Project 85 VF1000R 15 Jul 2012 01:10 unbalanced Ok, you obviously have not posted enough pics of the garage - is that three lifts? I can't look.... Beautiful job BTW! Yes three lifts
  21. 1984 VF500 rear shock frozen won't move in or out 14 Jul 2012 22:56 Hagon makes a new bolt up rear mono for your bike, I can get you one at cost if needed http://www.hagonshoc...om/HagApps4.htm Edited July 15, 2012 by JWhelan65
  22. 1st Gen with CBR wheels. Post up pics and your experience with it 3 Jun 2012 12:53 Can you post a pic of the entire bike?
  23. 1984 VFkR resto begins today 2 Jun 2012 12:05 Nice Katana! I have an 82 1000 here in the states set for my next restoration. Wish we had the CB 13 available here that is a beautiful bike!
  24. Project 85 VF1000R 26 May 2012 01:52 [image: IMG_5266.jpg]
  25. Project 85 VF1000R 26 May 2012 01:50 [image: IMG_5356.jpg]
  26. Project 85 VF1000R 26 May 2012 01:49 Some progress.... [image: IMG_5355.jpg]
  27. Project 85 VF1000R 14 May 2012 03:05 InvisibleCities Looks great! If I could ask, why did you decide not to run the DMr shock and is this the second Hagon you ordered? I could not get JD's or the first Hagon to fit properly. Hagon actually figured it out…
  28. Project 85 VF1000R 12 May 2012 23:35 Finally!!! a shock that fits...much awaited assembly to come. [image: IMG_5266.jpg]
  29. Polished GEM! VF1000F 28 Apr 2012 12:19 [image: View Post]timmythecop, on 04 April 2012 - 01:52 PM, said: I would buy a sheet of glass and make a coffee table out of it. Great Idea! it would be cool!
  30. Project 85 VF1000R 22 Apr 2012 02:26 InvisibleCities Super nice Nighthawk S. Well done JW65! Thanks, Larry's bodywork sets everything off..
  31. Project 85 VF1000R 12 Apr 2012 02:01 Still waiting on my shock from Hagon........ :sad:
  32. 85 VF1000R Shock mount 28 Mar 2012 21:23 Forks back together with a little help from Rich at Sonic Springs.. :fing02:
  33. 85 VF1000R Shock mount 26 Mar 2012 11:35 [image: View Post]thx113, on 25 March 2012 - 11:31 AM, said: I had the same problem, hagons listings were wrong - they did me a smoking deal on correct shock. The later model 1000F and the 85/86 1000R had the 40mm top…
  34. 85 VF1000R Shock mount 22 Mar 2012 12:05 [image: View Post]VF1000RS, on 21 March 2012 - 11:01 PM, said: Something interesting for you. I measured a bare 1985 VF1000R frame and it's 40mm. I measured a bare 1984 VF1000F frame also and it's...43mm. Thank you, I…
  35. 85 VF1000R Shock mount 22 Mar 2012 00:07 Is there anyone with an 85 VF1000R than can give me their inside measurement between the top shock mount? I went to install my Hagon today and the center bushing is off 3mm. Between the mount is 40mm on my bike cut and…
  36. Project 85 VF1000R 18 Mar 2012 23:52 vfrcapn Wow, the attention to detail is amazing and shows in the final product. The bike is going to be stunning! :fing02: This VFR is the second bike Larry has done for me and certainly not the last, here my 86NH that…
  37. Project 85 VF1000R 18 Mar 2012 15:16 Thanks for the post Larry! The bike is basically ready for reassembly, should have some build up photos coming soon. Check out Larry's work here http://meticulouspaint.com/
  38. Project 85 VF1000R 16 Mar 2012 01:17 It has arrived!!!!....The Hagon M61094 [image: IMG_5079.jpg] [image: IMG_5080.jpg] Edited March 16, 2012 by JWhelan65
  39. Project 85 VF1000R 8 Mar 2012 00:30 Waiting on a few parts so I re-assembled the rear M/C and gave it a little bling.. [image: IMG_5061.jpg]
  40. Project 85 VF1000R 28 Feb 2012 22:06 I ordered the Hagon today, only $50.00 more than JD's conversion. Part number M61094
  41. Project 85 VF1000R 26 Feb 2012 13:13 We have been communicating I hopeful we can resolve this..
  42. Project 85 VF1000R 26 Feb 2012 03:46 Having issues with the JD shock conversion, the location of the line fitting for the remote res will not allow it to slide in on either side. You can see in the photo below that the stem invades the battery box…
  43. Project 85 VF1000R 4 Feb 2012 04:17 Larry's work in top notch, he has a multiple of satifsied customers on several forums. The light mechanical and powder coating is easily accomplished with a little elbow grease and insight. The paint is a true art form,…
  44. Project 85 VF1000R 3 Feb 2012 03:10 Body work starting to come together...compliments of Larry Pearson. [image: P1010007.jpg] [image: P1010005.jpg] [image: P1010003.jpg] [image: P1010002.jpg] [image: forks-2.jpg] [image: P1010001.jpg] Edited February 4,…
  45. Project 85 VF1000R 24 Jan 2012 12:22 I thought about that as well, I may drili and bolt a piece of stock beteween them in the same manner
  46. Project 85 VF1000R 24 Jan 2012 02:46 Recieved my modded CBR 600 replacement rear shock today...Kudos to Jamie! [image: IMG_4897.jpg]
  47. Project 85 VF1000R 21 Jan 2012 13:18 smackdoogle Oh nice!!!! Supersprox! Is that for the VF1000R or did you find one from another model that fits the VF1000R? I was looking when I did my chain and couldn't find a SuperSprox for the VF1000R. Maybe I gave up…
  48. Project 85 VF1000R 20 Jan 2012 23:53 New Supersprox kit came today.... [image: IMG_4893.jpg] [image: IMG_4894.jpg]
  49. Project 85 VF1000R 20 Jan 2012 12:38 Just waiting on a few small parts and my shock conversion from Jamie and it should start to look like a motorcycle again....
  50. Project 85 VF1000R 20 Jan 2012 12:26 nedhills Those pipes look really nice. I'm hoping to do this to my pipes.i hope you don't mind me asking but how much did you pay for the powder coating. I paid $150 for the pipes and all the parts you see, the exhaust…

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