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TassieVF1000R
29 posts recovered 1 thread started First seen 25 May 2012 Last seen 28 Dec 2012
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All 29- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi all, Life has got a bit busy, and the VF project has been on hold for the last couple of months. I have had some problems with regard to paint shops mixing small volumes of paint for the bike. In a nutshell,they…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi all, Plodding away at the rebuild, have refurbished all handle bar fittings, and now just need the fork legs back to get the bike to rolling chassis stage. Problem.......I cannot get a paint shop down here to…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Thanks to Nate at 2topiacycles, I now have a replacement front brake reservoir. Back into build mode now. Should be getting the fork lowers and front guard back from the painter this week. Will then get the bike built…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi again all, Well, the latest development in the rebuild is that i have discovered a cracked/broken front brake reservoir. On inspection, it came totally apart as it was cracked right through. Does anyone out there on…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi all, Have been tinkering out in the shed over the past couple of weeks. Started to get things in order for the painting, so had a bit of a look at fairing alignment etc. Not too bad, but as with the forks, the small…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today And for the final part of my Honda collection, I want one of these.......... Ahh "Honda, The Power of Dreams" [image: post-25008-0-38034000-1344750655.jpg]
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today I know that it is not from the V4 family, but I thought I would just post a pic of my next project. Although I havn't really even started this one, I am currently negotiating on one to put away for a later date [image:…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi all. Sorry it has been so long since my last post. We had a burst pipe which flooded the house. This meant no work in the garage while the house was being repaired. Anyway, back on track now. Have had the fork legs…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi all, Not too much to report today. Still working on frame and swingarm. Have just found out that my left hand swingarm bolt is cracked at the head, so if anyone has a spare, please let me know. Waiting on return of…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi all. Nothing too much to report on the rebuild front. Replaced swingarm bearings and seals. Trying to free the fork leg (sticking in the leg, think it is a stuck bushing) so i can get it straightened and have found…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi all, Sorry for the delay in an update. Work and other stuff been getting in the way of my project........ I have now completed the respray of the frame. Just trying to source a left hand needle roller bearing for the…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Sure will. Just having some time issues at present. Work keeps getting in the way. Will have an update this weekend. Cheers. Simon
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Thanks to all for the advice on freeing up the swing arm bolt. It is now undone and I can now continue with the resto. Cheers. Simon
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi Sebspeed, I drilled out a hole as suggested and have been soaking as stated above. Thanks for your info on this. I will see if it has loosened up in a day or so. Cheers. Simon
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi VF1000RS, thanks for you reply regarding the thread on the swing arm bolt. I take it that a normal "lefty loosely" is a standard bolt thread that is undone by turning Anticlickwise. Sorry for the question, but I have…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi VF1000RS, thanks for you reply regarding the thread on the swing arm bolt. I take it that a normal "lefty loosely" is a standard bolt thread that is undone by turning Anticlickwise. Sorry for the question, but I have…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Added a few photos, just in case someone sees it and thinks there is something dodgy. These 3 are of the stuck bolt. [image: post-25008-13390603570243.jpg][image: post-25008-13390603822076.jpg][image:…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Thanks VF100RS, I have been working on the bolt today, but no luck. It is very seized. Tried undoing with socket wrench with a 5 foot extension to get more purchase. Now the bolt will move back and forth about 3mm which…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi all, I hope that this is not a stupid question, I am having trouble freeing up the left hand swingarm bolt.Just wondering if this is a normal thread, or is it a Honda querky left hand thread. Any info appreciated…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi all, Just a quick update. Engine is finally out of the frame. Not an easy task with limited tools. Thanks for you help "TassieDevil" (Motorcyclist Cafe). Couldn't have got that lump of engine out of the frame by…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Thought that I would post some photos of the CB13 for those who have requested them. She is a 2008 model with 11000klms on the clock, and i love it. It is a fantastic ride and has so much torque that you dont really…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Thanks Kel. I knew there must have been an explanation. Cheers
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi all. Just wondering if anyone can tell me about the coolant hoses connected to the left side lower frame. I have seen this mentioned on forums, but looking at other vf1r's I have noticed that they have a full rubber…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Not a lot left to come off the frame now. I should be able to get to a bare frame by the end of this weekend, and then the real work begins. Restoration of all the individual parts. Can't wait. [image:…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi all, Got the workshop sorted today and started to strip the old girl down. Not too many surprises at this stage. Will need to source the odd bolt etc as I go along. Cheers Simon [image:…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today If anyone on the site has a red seat cowl pad that they no longer need, or knows where I can find one, I would be very grateful. I believe this is the only part I am missing, but as I get into the rebuild this may…
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Thanks so much veefer, I couldn't see how to make the change.
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Thanks guys. Although my first fail was the name of the topic. In the words of the immortal Homer Simpson, Doh !!!!!! What I meant to call it was resto of the "VFkr" Edited May 26, 2012 by TassieVF1000R
- 1984 VFkR resto begins today Hi all. Today marks the start of what will be a complete restoration of my just purchased 1984 VF1000r. I hope to be able to update this post regularly with the latest work being undertaken, and add photos along the…
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