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BlackSamurai
38 posts recovered 6 threads started First seen 16 Apr 2012 Last seen 17 Jun 2012
Threads started
6 in the archive- Stranded! BlackSamurai · 5 Jun 2012 – 17 Jun 2012
- Before I drop ~$800 on side bags.... BlackSamurai · 29 Apr 2012 – 17 May 2012
- Headlight Modulator? BlackSamurai · 25 Apr 2012 – 26 Apr 2012
- My battery, the VFRness, and resetting the clock... BlackSamurai · 23 Apr 2012 – 3 May 2012
- Clutch Lever Travel BlackSamurai · 18 Apr 2012 – 19 Apr 2012
- So I accidentally bought a VFR with ABS - Outstanding! BlackSamurai · 16 Apr 2012 – 17 Apr 2012
Recent posts
All 38- Stranded! I should get the bike back sometime next week. I am not in a hurry as it is dreadfully hot out there, but I have decided to fix it myself one of two ways: purchase a front cylinder head or an entire new engine and…
- Stranded! I will definitely have to get more details soon. I took the call at work and, quite honestly, I was too shocked with the price of repair to digest it all. I have never, ever had a bike fail with such a hefty repair…
- Stranded! Ok. So I heard from the dealership today. Apparently, there was a problem with the spark plugs/electrodes/coils. I will get more details later, but the dealership stated I needed a new cylinder head (or front…
- Stranded! [image: View Post]realistdreamer, on 05 June 2012 - 08:40 PM, said: Sucks. We'll miss you this weekend. Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk 2 No doubt! I was really looking forward to the ride, too! Would have been…
- Stranded! Thanks guys, but it's already at the dealership. I have a fair amount of ability to troubleshoot, but I don't currently have a garage and my tools are in storage. I'm cheap, but I am more lazy than I am cheap. ;-)
- Stranded! R/R - that might be the problem. I did notice a faint electrical burning smell (but I was on the side of the road with a lot of trucks and wind). The dealership stated that they won't be able to look at it for about a…
- Stranded! I have about 18k on the bike now, I think. I really, really hope that it is spark plug/missing cylinder issue. I use the bike almost every day for work. I ran it for about 120 miles on Thursday and put filled the tank.…
- Stranded! On my way to a work meeting and I just got off of the interstate. As I approached a stop light I pulled in the clutch and the engine died. Restarted it and the engine chugged along a very low RPM. For a few red lights I…
- New VFR Owner - An Introduction That thing is sweet!
- May 26th - Bay Area Roll Call Ride XXX That's right, you bastards, I can't be there on Saturday (yes, bastards, every one!). I fly in from Florida late Saturday night. I am definitely going for some type of ride on Sunday, the 27th, though. Anybody that…
- Before I drop ~$800 on side bags.... Update! So, I paid $612 total for my bags. I confirmed the purchas on Friday and they arrived on Monday. Impressed? Yes. Seriously, that is freakishly fast. Do they already have them stored in a warehouse in e States?…
- My battery, the VFRness, and resetting the clock... Update - since replacing the battery I haven't had any problems with it what so ever! Starts right up perfectly each and every time. Not going to replace any electrical components until I suspect an issue (yeah - not…
- Bay Area Unite! I am new to the area and don't know a soul here! I live in Walnut Creek and would love to meet some new people for a ride. Also, I am new to my 2002 VFR. :-)
- Before I drop ~$800 on side bags.... [image: View Post]woobie, on 29 April 2012 - 09:01 PM, said: [image: View Post]BlackSamurai, on 29 April 2012 - 08:51 PM, said: I am hesitant to buy a set from the UK. They may be cheaper, but it seems like it may be a…
- Before I drop ~$800 on side bags.... I am hesitant to buy a set from the UK. They may be cheaper, but it seems like it may be a hassle. I am cheap, but I am more lazy than I am cheap. Based On the posts thus far, I intend to order a set of OEM bags…
- Before I drop ~$800 on side bags.... [image: View Post]tbzep, on 29 April 2012 - 10:39 AM, said: [image: View Post]Titan800, on 28 April 2012 - 11:48 PM, said: Correct me if I'm wrong. I think the only aftermarket exhaust that works with OEM bags are…
- Before I drop ~$800 on side bags.... [image: View Post]Suitcase, on 29 April 2012 - 10:31 AM, said: Don't write off the OEM bags just yet ... I have the VFR in storage down the valley, so Monday or Tuesday I will go and pull the bags off the racks and take…
- Setting up shocks/suspension for the first time. Power adders?
- Before I drop ~$800 on side bags.... I agree. Looking at the last pic that Suitcase posted my cans my stick out to much.
- Before I drop ~$800 on side bags.... Ahhh...good info! Thanks Suitcase!
- Before I drop ~$800 on side bags.... Oh...I didn't see a way to edit the original post, but I do have the passenger grab rails (but not the bolts for them - I am sure I can get these from Home Depot). Thanks!
- Before I drop ~$800 on side bags.... So, I am looking at buying either a set of OEM hard bags or a set of Givi V35 hard bags for my 2002 VFR800. OEM advantage Color matched (red) I think they hug the bike better Givi advantage About $80 cheaper Two…
- 2002 triumph daytona I also had a '98 T595. Loved the bike. No experience with the 2002. Yes, I realize that this post does not help. Sorry.
- Headlight Modulator? Anyone have a headlight modulator installed? I purchased an SV650 a few years ago that had one installed and it gave a bit of piece of mind (warranted or not). I was thinking of installing one on my VFR.
- My battery, the VFRness, and resetting the clock... I only monitored for about 5 minutes and that was right after startup - held pretty steady at 13.9v. I will give some time before I start working on the electrical system. Hold down both buttons together. Thanks! Thanks…
- My battery, the VFRness, and resetting the clock... [image: View Post]vfrcapn, on 22 April 2012 - 11:11 PM, said: If you want to dig a little deeper here is a fault finding guide to check your electrical system output. http://www.electrosp...t-finding-guide That's good…
- My battery, the VFRness, and resetting the clock... [image: View Post]Rogue_Biker, on 22 April 2012 - 11:08 PM, said: I believe 13.9v is adequate. Most batteries, even new ones, come about 80% charged. So I hope they told you that you should charge it that last 20%…
- My battery, the VFRness, and resetting the clock... [image: View Post]BlackSamurai, on 22 April 2012 - 11:03 PM, said: Ok, So I acquired my 2002 VFR with 19k on the clock on Sunday. Unfortunately, had to commute by train all week instead of my bike, so I tried to start…
- My battery, the VFRness, and resetting the clock... Ok, So I acquired my 2002 VFR with 19k on the clock on Sunday. Unfortunately, had to commute by train all week instead of my bike, so I tried to start it on Friday - dead battery. Crap. Off to Cycle Gear I go for my…
- She did it! Wife's new ride Very cool. Seriously. My wife hates motorcycles. All things related to motorcycles, actually. Although I commute on it and use it for work (so I use it almost daily), I get the dreaded "eye roll" whenever I mention I…
- Clutch Lever Travel I now have three 5th gens. They all have different amounts of travel until engagement. My original '01 (100,000 mi.) has engagement very near the grip about, 15% of total travel. The '00 (39,xxx mi) engages about 70% of…
- Clutch Lever Travel Grind some length off the clutch pushrod or drill out the depth of the pivot in the lever. I did both of these and was reasonably happy with the new closer position and was able to get the clutch to release where I…
- I need advice post CRRRRRRASH! The female firefighter is kinda hot because....well....she's a firefighter. I'm cheap, but I am more lazy than I am cheap - so I would pay $400, walk away, and buy another bike.
- Clutch Lever Travel Thanks everyone. I think I will pick up some adjustable levers in the future!
- Clutch Lever Travel So, as you may have read, I have just acquired a 2002 VFR. I must confess, I am more excited about this bike than the last 5 that I have owned! Anyway, I noticed that the clutch disengages at the very end of the clutch…
- Need to get my wife in the saddle I agree with others on the SV650. Great, solid bike and there are tons of them for sale.
- So I accidentally bought a VFR with ABS - Outstanding! LOL.....I know. Not posting pics was pretty shabby of me. Interestingly, it has a "Two Brothers" 4 into 1 aftermarket exhaust on it but but it is disguised as a 4 into 2; the second "canister" is actually a storage…
- So I accidentally bought a VFR with ABS - Outstanding! I recently sold a '99 Triumph Sprint ST and was looking for a replacement bike (used). Although I don't commute to an office, I use my bike to visit project sites in north California about 4 days a week. I found a used…
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