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artpongs

78 posts recovered 8 threads started First seen 7 Mar 2013 Last seen 31 Jul 2020

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  1. WTB rear tank bolts - or suitable replacement artpongs 8 29 Jul 2020 31 Jul 2020 artpongs · 29 Jul 2020 – 31 Jul 2020
  2. Eurobike show in Raleigh North Carolina this weekend April 8th - 9th artpongs 2 8 Apr 2017 8 Apr 2017 artpongs · 8 Apr 2017 – 8 Apr 2017
  3. Shenandoah/George Washington National Forrest ride this Saturday artpongs 6 24 Mar 2017 27 Mar 2017 artpongs · 24 Mar 2017 – 27 Mar 2017
  4. Source for stepped/shoulder washer? artpongs 4 17 Feb 2017 18 Feb 2017 artpongs · 17 Feb 2017 – 18 Feb 2017
  5. Picture of 1998-1999 ignition switch connector artpongs 5 15 Feb 2017 16 Feb 2017 artpongs · 15 Feb 2017 – 16 Feb 2017
  6. 8t gen rear brake caliper possibly adapted to fit 5th gen artpongs 8 11 Feb 2017 12 Feb 2017 artpongs · 11 Feb 2017 – 12 Feb 2017
  7. Will Be In The Catskills This Thurs 9/24 To Sat 9/26 Then Nyc Til Sunday 9/27 Anyone Around? artpongs 2 24 Sep 2015 24 Sep 2015 artpongs · 24 Sep 2015 – 24 Sep 2015
  8. Anyone In Chicago? Or Deteoit? artpongs 2 10 Aug 2015 13 Aug 2015 artpongs · 10 Aug 2015 – 13 Aug 2015

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  1. WTB rear tank bolts - or suitable replacement 31 Jul 2020 12:30 Indeed it is 6X12 but I think I will go back and get the 6X16 as with a thin washer they barely catch the threads so have been using them without the washers for now.
  2. WTB rear tank bolts - or suitable replacement 29 Jul 2020 14:44 5 minutes ago, J800VFR I replaced mine with stainless steel (A4 or A2) allen head bolts and washers. These are easily available from many hardware shops, online or from specialists such as boat chandlers (A4 is marine…
  3. WTB rear tank bolts - or suitable replacement 29 Jul 2020 12:22 Hi I was doing maintenance and realized that both of my rear tank bolts have vibrated loose - I placed an order for oem bolts on bike bandit but they have informed me that COVID has delayed shipping from their suppliers…
  4. New 5th/6th/8th gen performance header now in production in USA 28 Jul 2020 01:11 1998 VFR800, Pipercross air filter, Micron high mount and PC3 custom map. Wondering if I’m able to get on the list for the next batch. Mine stock headers do not have O2 bungs correct? So I do not need any bungs on my…
  5. Rear Brake Hanger 4th and 5th gen 27 May 2018 02:00 Put me on the list for 5th gen. Was it Bill from Hawk GT forums taking this on? I need to catch up on all the forums been busy. Art
  6. Rear Brake Hanger 4th and 5th gen 27 May 2018 01:59 gig, 4/8/2018 at 8:28 AM I ended up trying a full conversion, can take me off the list Thx I What rear hugger is that? Also, what is the full rear conversion consist of?
  7. Eurobike show in Raleigh North Carolina this weekend April 8th - 9th 8 Apr 2017 07:31 Did some exploring yesterday. Staying in Sandford about 45mins away from Raleigh on a farm guest house with the dogs. This is the Old Carbonton Dam built in 1921 and removed in 2005. [image: IMG_3460.JPG]
  8. Eurobike show in Raleigh North Carolina this weekend April 8th - 9th 8 Apr 2017 07:28 http://www.eurobikeraleigh.com/ Is anyone going? Group ride is Saturday, show is in Sunday. If anyone is in the area and wants to meet up for none event ride I am down. I'll be here til after the show on Sunday. I have…
  9. Shenandoah/George Washington National Forrest ride this Saturday 27 Mar 2017 12:55 More ethanol free options in these parts than we have locally. Just shy of 400 miles, mix of valleys and mountain crossings and switchbacks. Back to D.C. before dark and no close calls. Looking forward for another run…
  10. Shenandoah/George Washington National Forrest ride this Saturday 27 Mar 2017 12:51 Looping back east along 33 a brief stop at Germany Valley overlook. Honda V4 power. [image: Snapseed.jpg] [image: Snapseed.jpg]
  11. Shenandoah/George Washington National Forrest ride this Saturday 27 Mar 2017 12:42 Met up with a VFR world forum member at our 2nd stop after the first mountain crossing Shenandoah at Carmella's Cafe in Edinburg. Will have to try their meatballs next time in the area. Proceeded north and then east…
  12. 5th & 6th VFR 800 Header build 25 Mar 2017 07:59 Can then outlet just be the stock size please? That way I can run my Micron or Staintune as was designed. Art
  13. 5th Gen Solo Racks - CLEAR OUT 24 Mar 2017 21:18 I need a solo rack but he stopped replying to my pm. Art
  14. Shenandoah/George Washington National Forrest ride this Saturday 24 Mar 2017 12:47 9 hours ago, RVFR Sounds like a good time Make sure you do a write up in how it all went please. with Photos ;) Will do. Spring is finally here in the mid-atlantic. I guess we are considered NE which is the closest so I…
  15. Shenandoah/George Washington National Forrest ride this Saturday 24 Mar 2017 00:53 We are leaving DC around 7am Saturday morning. Forecast is mid 70's high and mid 50's low. Running out west on route 66 our first stop will be the Apple House for breakfast if you would like to join us. Arrival there…
  16. Coming From a 5th Gen to a 6th Gen, will I be disappointed? 24 Feb 2017 17:10 Get another 5th gen. There is a yellow 2001 with wolf exhaust in the classifieds
  17. Dunlop Roadsmart 3 24 Feb 2017 15:21 10 minutes ago, swimmer PR4. Second set. The RS3 are arriving today. May have them mounted tomorrow or I might milk the current tires a little longer. I'm also on a 800 with PR4 first set how do you like the PR4? I just…
  18. Affordable all season pants? 23 Feb 2017 15:27 Oh sorry I misread you need XL search eBay as there are still some sellers that have in stock too
  19. Affordable all season pants? 23 Feb 2017 15:02 http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tourmaster-Flex-Motorcycle-Pants-Mens-LG-Large-34-36-Short-/182456581597?hash=item2a7b427ddd:g:iFkAAOSwayZXi8lI&vxp=mtr Your welcome. And I would pm him about a more reasonable shipping rate…
  20. Left side radiator hose discontinued? 22 Feb 2017 22:34 Seb, We just completed a group buy on the Hawk GT forum from this company that replicated all 5 hoses for us, you may want to contact them regarding a custom hose or single hose. Or all of the hoses.…
  21. Swingarm Weight Comparison 22 Feb 2017 16:13 Extreme Creations I take it is located in Australia? Are those custom bits or do they make them for sale as well? Can you show us your bike please? Art
  22. Need Flush Fit Replacement for Frankenstein (Seat Cowl) Bolts 20 Feb 2017 01:06 @indianagenius @hellindustries can you guys show me pictures of your installs? Art
  23. 5th Gen Solo Racks - CLEAR OUT 19 Feb 2017 22:58 @wera803 what is the wire I see going up on your rack? Art
  24. 5Th Gen Wheel Bearings 19 Feb 2017 02:54 Yes I went with Nachi on that site http://www.vxb.com for all of my bikes. Go with Japanese brand from what I hear their tolerances and durability are better than generic/chinese brands. I have All Balls in my Hawk for…
  25. Source for stepped/shoulder washer? 18 Feb 2017 01:14 Hey Mello, These are M6 bolts? For some reason I thought they were M5? Art
  26. 1st Annual VFRD Spring Memorial Ride 18 Feb 2017 00:57 I have not been to any of these events. And it looks like some of the events have multiple names. Regardless, I'm confused so will just stick to the dates, rather than the names of these events. I was wondering if…
  27. Source for stepped/shoulder washer? 17 Feb 2017 22:50 @SEBSPEED @mello dude @BusyLittleShop Are you guys able to help out with this? Or is it something too complicated for your equipment at home? Point me in another direction if you guys know/have time, thank you. Art
  28. Ducati supersport 17 Feb 2017 22:04 The Ducati apparently has an adjustable screen.
  29. 5Th Gen Wheel Bearings 17 Feb 2017 21:45 I just ordered front wheel bearings for my Hawk GT, 5th gen VFR and 77 XS650 from here. Chose all Nachi bearings made in Japan. http://www.vxb.com Art Edited February 19 by artpongs forgot to include link
  30. Source for stepped/shoulder washer? 17 Feb 2017 21:20 Hi guys I am sourcing necessary bits need to finally install auxiliary LED lighting for the Hawk and VFR. Going for low profile fender mount for triangulation as well. The Hawk has F2 front end and the fender bolts on…
  31. Power Commander 2 17 Feb 2017 00:39 1 hour ago, MadScientist You didn't say if you had a cable or not. The PC2 uses an RS-232 serial connection and some (most? many? all?) usb to serial adapter cables will not connect correctly. I bought 2 different ones…
  32. Power Commander 2 16 Feb 2017 22:26 Well from what I understand, you just acquired the bike from the PO right? Everything set up on it as you received it? Unless he did a hack job, it should have the correct map, or fairly close one for it. How does it…
  33. Power Commander 2 16 Feb 2017 21:33 Get it professionally dyne tuned and you have your own custom map for you setup. Worth it. My mods are piper cross filter, micron slip on, and pc3. DMR suspension and brake delink. Art Art VFR800 Dyno.pdf
  34. Power socket locations??? 16 Feb 2017 01:16 Kev, Thank you for posting, I am going to figure out my options. Yeah Eastern Beaver is on the pricey side there. Art
  35. Picture of 1998-1999 ignition switch connector 16 Feb 2017 01:15 Roland, I appreciate it so now I know that the male end is the 3 prong connector. Get another VFR! Art
  36. Power Commander 2 15 Feb 2017 20:05 Are you making any changes to it? Should already be mapped by previous owner right? Otherwise I think you could pick up the PC3. Or get it tuned but not sure if dyno centers use the 2 or if they are compatible with all…
  37. Power Commander 2 15 Feb 2017 19:25 Your bikes are carbureted 😬
  38. Picture of 1998-1999 ignition switch connector 15 Feb 2017 16:43 Roland, Thank you for the reply please that could help me if you could take the time and snap a few pics of it for me. Art
  39. Before I do something stupid.. 15 Feb 2017 15:03 Use a washer perhaps? More surface area could never hurt. But more importantly, titanium to aluminum, use anti seize. I forget but research if I remember correctly there is a specific kind for titanium to aluminum…
  40. Picture of 1998-1999 ignition switch connector 15 Feb 2017 14:22 Anyone have access to spare ignition off the bike and can snap a few close up pictures for me of the ignition connector for the main harness? Much appreciated. Art
  41. Power socket locations??? 14 Feb 2017 22:23 Kev, Can I see your farkle setup and how you setup things? The led auxiliary lighting says they only draw .75 amps for the pair. The harness for the lights already have a 5 amp fuse. USB port I have has a 7.5 amp fuse…
  42. Power socket locations??? 14 Feb 2017 21:34 5 hours ago, KevCarver You'd be better off finding a small fused power block that has switched power via a relay. WireMyBike should still have some available on their website that fit under the seat. That way you only…
  43. New And Improved Alternative Ram Mount 14 Feb 2017 20:48 25 minutes ago, Quibble I've been using audio GPS from phone for years. This year I'll try using the ram mount with my phone for visual GPS. I'll probably only use this for longer trips. I like that my eyes are always…
  44. New And Improved Alternative Ram Mount 14 Feb 2017 15:42 Cool thank you. I am trying to figure out how to have it to switched power. I am also going to be mounting auxiliary driving leds as well and would also like it to be on switched power. Art
  45. Power socket locations??? 14 Feb 2017 15:26 Loftust, I would like to mount up auxiliary led driving lights, and a USB port to switched power. How would I go about this? The relay would have those numbers on them? Would I need relays for both of these? Art
  46. New And Improved Alternative Ram Mount 14 Feb 2017 14:50 Duc, Thanks for the pictures. What is that telephone wire next to the right ram ball mount for? I currently have 2 of those USB adapters one for the Hawk and VFR but not installed yet. I currently just have the battery…
  47. New And Improved Alternative Ram Mount 14 Feb 2017 05:19 Duc2V4, 12/4/2016 at 1:30 PM Here is what I end up doing. Note that round object on the side of the mount is a locking mechanism. Unlike the stock knob, which can be loosened by anyone, these require a special "key" to…
  48. Power socket locations??? 14 Feb 2017 04:10 Epyon007, 11/29/2016 at 7:09 PM It would be nice if there was a USB socket that fit in to head stock. Great set ups everyone, thanks for sharing. Thtanner your socket is mint! They do make ones that fit into the head…
  49. '92 VFR750 Fighter Build - Project "Vianca" - Work in Progress 12 Feb 2017 12:58 007 what is the PRB fall ride and what does it entail? Art
  50. 8t gen rear brake caliper possibly adapted to fit 5th gen 12 Feb 2017 05:58 JZH, Out of curiosity, you have the 5th gen and you are going to mount the 6th gen rear caliper up? They line up correctly with no modifications? Also, the rear brake carrier for the 6th and 5th gen, are they able to be…

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