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crakerjac
156 posts recovered 3 threads started First seen 5 Oct 2012 Last seen 9 Apr 2019
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Last 50 of 156- VFR1200 '10 poor performance at low RPM (below 4k) Yes. My VFR1200 felt like it would bog until about 5k RPMS at which point it would really get up and go. It wasn't always consistent but once I did a valve adjustment, the issue went away.
- VFR Alternatives / Where to from here? I bought a Z125 and haven't touched my VFR since... stupid mini bike is just too much fun to ride.
- VFR1200 '10 poor performance at low RPM (below 4k) Does it do this only in 1st and 2nd gear? If so, it's Honda's 'Poor man traction control'. To fix that, you will either need a Bazzaz or ECU flash. If you feel this in all gears, look into a valve adjustment. Mine did…
- Seat Options I was going to send mine off to LAAM seats... but then I bought a mini bike and haven't touched Big Red all summer. About 3/4 way down page 3 are some pictures on a 7th Gen.…
- Guhl reflash at 55k miles? ^^ This. Best money I spent on my 2010.
- 2018 PRE-Ride to the Spring Memorial Ride Trying to figure out how I can make the Spring Ride work for me this year. Coming from Minnesota, I will likely trailer the bike most of the way so I'm not completely burnt out by the time I get down there. Are you…
- I could not ride today because ... Yup. I actually had to warm up the stupid snow blower to get it to start so I could clean up after Sunday's storm.
- Alternative Motorcycle Transportation 29 minutes ago, Dutchy for $30 you rent one of these bike trailers... But what fun is that?
- Alternative Motorcycle Transportation I see your Mazda Miata and I raise you one Honda Civic... [image: 18axhc12pok77jpg.jpg] [image: el-civico.jpg]
- 1986 Vfr Track Bike Out Of Parts Captain 80s, 11/13/2017 at 11:08 AM [image: full?d=1510590759] What's the thought process of the holes next to the headlights? I bought a clapped out ex-race bike, and it looks like the PO tried to accomplish the same…
- LED Indicators How many wires? Running something like this inline would be easy... https://www.amazon.com/Magnolian-Efficiency-Converter-Supply-Waterproof/dp/B00A71E52G
- Sebspeed Clutch Window Mod Group Buy 2017 I've got a spare 1200 cover rashed up and ready to send to SEB for this mod if anyone is on the fence. [image: RIJ7lL3.jpg]
- This one or that one ? Bottom but see if he can make it so it doesn't look so washed out around the back of your helmet, headlight, back of the jacket, etc.
- Veefour Electronic Cruise Control, Installed And Tested DavidField, 5/24/2017 at 6:12 PM I just couldn't operate the original rocker switches at all with normal gloves on. I had the same problem with my original rocker switch. I have a new rocker switch and it's night and…
- Motorcycle DVR (Dashcam) Not sure if tape is playing backwards or if you are riding on the wrong side of the road.... How many 2 minute files does the recorder hang onto before overwriting the old stuff (assuming it's on some sort of loop). My…
- SEBSPEED cover on a 7th Gen If anyone is interested in doing the same mod, I have my scratched clutch cover, pressure plate and timing cover sitting in a box. I plan on taking some pictures and putting up for sale over in the classifieds section.…
- SEBSPEED cover on a 7th Gen As some of you may recall, last summer I let my wife ride my 1200 for the first time and it didn’t end so well (link). Thus began the process to replace all the damaged bits. Most everything was done via a large…
- Man I really am loving this bike I wish I could slap those plastics and headlight on my 1200...
- Reflash v. Z-Bomb From a straight up performance standpoint, I don't think you gain much over the Z-bomb. What you DO get is a bike that just runs better due to fueling adjustments. If you already had a PCV and Z-bomb, you only really…
- Reflash v. Z-Bomb I had the Z-Bomb and jumped on the Re flash. Personally, I'm glad I didn't drag my feet and wait. The Z-Bomb, while eliminates the 1/2nd gear limitations drove me crazy that I list my gear indicator. For me, the reflash…
- Quick question about the starter I did not know that. Thank you for the great explanation.
- Quick question about the starter BiKenG, 5/16/2017 at 4:27 AM ...I'm not worried if it does as the starter clutch ensures nothing actually can connect... Really? I haven't done this on a bike in a while, but with a remote start in my car, I've done…
- Opinion Request: 2nd bike to compliment the viffer I vote for a Grom. They are a blast to ride and allow for an endless amount of license revoking stupid shit.... Plus they are cheap as dirt. If you cannot keep up with your buddies on your Gen8, a faster bike might NOT…
- VFR1200F Crash Protection - recommendations First off. I'm glad you are okay. Second, I had thought about buying frame sliders and whatnot after letting my wife ride my 1200 (and having her dump the clutch at WOT from a stop)... I decided against it since I worry…
- Anyone have an extra set of pannier\side case step bushings? If not, I'll have to break out the 3d printer...
- Tyre/Tire Choice for 1200F PR4. Tires are expensive and I'm comfortable with how they handle in all conditions. I'd hate to try say a set of Dunlops and hate them.
- Slipper clutch Superballs, 4/28/2017 at 11:35 PM Going from a slipper to a non-slipper can result in some fun times. Yup. I didn't know my 1200 had a slipper until I took my new 'track' bike out on the track. Once I picked up the…
- Veefour Electronic Cruise Control, Installed And Tested Damn... I want that square control unit...
- Cage vs Sliders So you want your sport touring bike to look like a stunt bike?
- Cage vs Sliders Those look like a seriously BAD idea. When that cage hits the ground, if that lip catches on something, that whole cage is going to act like a giant lever and do some serious damage.
- Oops Welcome aboard! 700 miles a week is crazy. I drove 500 miles a week to my first job out of college and did that for a year. I couldn't imagine tossing in another 40 miles a day.
- Should dealers provide a bike setup service...? Last time I was at the dealer trying to discretely take fork length measurements of an SV to compare against my track bike I overheard an interesting conversation between a potential customer and the sales guy.…
- Anyone have an extra set of pannier\side case step bushings? Seriously? I picked mine up from David Silver Spares over in the UK since I couldn't source them here in the US... but that was a few years ago now.
- With regret...... Before the vultures start to circle, tell me more about that bag strapped to the passenger seat? I've started bringing lunch to work on the bike and I don't like slapping on the hard bags (or wear a backpack) just to…
- AWE VFR800 sport cruiser custom Finally an updated Magna...
- Throttle tamer installation for VFR1200F Yikes. When I install new grips I just use hairspray. The cheaper the spray the better. When it dries, it's really tacky and has yet to cause a problem. As far as removing the grips, I use isopropyl alcohol. It helps…
- Throttle problem post-mods While you have the tank up, check the wiring harness where it runs along the frame just below the tank on the left side of the bike. The rough 'paint' on the frame may be wearing through the insulation on the harness.…
- Throttle problem post-mods RC1237V, 3/27/2017 at 7:43 PM I would fire mine up and check, but there is no radiator, and valve covers are off for the 15K service...... [image: Valve Service1.jpg] Did you foil wrap your air box to match your…
- Truck guys 7 minutes ago, OutlawsJustice Build your own that way it is perfect for your full intended use. You win.
- Changing fork seals Looks like you saved more than $35 if this is the tool... http://www.traxxion.com/Fork-Service-Tool-Kit/
- Changing fork seals Take some pictures as well. As the 1200 starts to age this might come up again and again... The more you document now, the more you will help someone out in the future.
- Truck guys I've got an old school snowmobile trailer. It's a 3x8 trailer, so it probably won't even fit a newer sled, but perfect for a single bike. Weighs maybe 200#. Tows like it's not even there. [image:…
- Stolen VFR What a shitty situation. Any chance you are buying it back? Seems like the perfect opportunity to buy it back dirt cheap and have something you don't have to feel back about flogging the snot out of.
- The VFR1200 is no longer on Honda's website I wonder what people will think of the 1200 in 10 years or so. Will it be one of those bikes that more people wish they would have had? Looks are so subjective and old ugly stuff seems to have appeal due to their…
- No more TEXASMAC !!! I've been trying to go the last few years, but there has always been a conflict. Tail of the Dragon is definitely on my bucket list and this would have been a great opportunity. I selfishly hate to see this end....…
- Going on a really long trip first time any tips 8 minutes ago, Epyon007 Hey o!! Another Minnesota VFR person! I'm in the southern part of Minneapolis, where are you? I'm out in Plymouth but commute to the SW burbs. Good point about underwear. Don't wear cotton! I…
- Left exhaust It's funny. I had a Honda 919 with under tail exhaust and everyone complained about the 'stink'. The under tail exhaust dumped the (rich) exhaust in the low pocket area right behind the rider. I personally didn't mind…
- Going on a really long trip first time any tips Lots of water and plenty of breaks. Rode from Minneapolis to Maine (and back) this summer with the wife. The range on her Magna is about 110 miles and that proved to be a good time to stop, drink a bottle of Gatorade,…
- Bringing your vfr 1200 indoors?(for the winter) I used to... Now I'm just too lazy. [image: 328335_10101305621106770_165572819_o.jpg]
- Stolen VFR RECOVERED in NORCAL!!! I had a stolen bike recovered once. The dealership left the key in the ignition and the bike in the lot overnight. Bike was found about a week later 50 miles away. I hope they didn't F* up your bike too bad.
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