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burnes45
100 posts recovered 26 threads started First seen 5 Aug 2014 Last seen 15 Dec 2020
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26 in the archive- Who's Going? VFRD Spring Memorial Ride 2018 burnes45 · 10 Apr 2018 – 10 May 2018
- Sena /Android update to google assistant feedback noise burnes45 · 18 Dec 2017 – 22 Dec 2017
- Proper break in for new motors burnes45 · 23 Aug 2017 – 31 Aug 2017
- Sprocket nut torque front and rear burnes45 · 29 Apr 2017 – 30 Apr 2017
- RWB at Daytona Speed Week 2017 burnes45 · 13 Mar 2017 – 13 Mar 2017
- Ignition switch Clean rebuild burnes45 · 11 Jan 2017 – 13 Jan 2017
- VF1000 sighted in Daytona belong to anyone here? burnes45 · 18 Dec 2016 – 12 Jan 2017
- Essential tools or equipment you got to have burnes45 · 17 Dec 2016 – 17 Dec 2016
- Is The Dragon Burning?? burnes45 · 29 Nov 2016 – 1 Dec 2016
- Have you lost a friend or loved one to a motorcycle accident?? burnes45 · 7 Nov 2016 – 8 Nov 2016
- Malcolm smith at Vintage motorcycle show burnes45 · 22 May 2016 – 23 May 2016
- Is It Irresponsible To Ride A Motorcycle As A Parent? burnes45 · 28 Mar 2016 – 9 Apr 2016
- What Happened To The Daytona 200 burnes45 · 12 Mar 2016 – 15 Mar 2016
- Daytona Speed Week 2016 burnes45 · 7 Mar 2016 – 7 Mar 2016
- Runny Nose While Riding; What Do You Do? burnes45 · 23 Feb 2016 – 27 Feb 2016
- How Can I Fix This, Broken Seat Cowl Tabs. burnes45 · 19 Jan 2016 – 22 Mar 2016
- Heated Gloves Or Grips? burnes45 · 5 Jan 2016 – 15 Apr 2016
- Cleaning Helmet Pads [Liner] burnes45 · 27 Aug 2015 – 21 Aug 2016
- Ave Top Case For '97 Vfr burnes45 · 22 Mar 2015 – 23 Mar 2015
- New Balls On The '97 Wow! burnes45 · 14 Feb 2015 – 15 Feb 2015
- Edit Profile Photo? burnes45 · 10 Feb 2015 – 10 Feb 2015
- "winter Is Here" ... 'oil Question" burnes45 · 10 Jan 2015 – 11 Jan 2015
- Biketober Fest Daytona 2014 burnes45 · 17 Oct 2014 – 17 Oct 2014
- Ethanol Free Gas Is Magic! burnes45 · 23 Sep 2014 – 23 Sep 2014
- '97 Can I Lower By Rotating Triangle Plates? burnes45 · 12 Sep 2014 – 29 Dec 2014
- Shoei Gt Air ? burnes45 · 5 Aug 2014 – 10 Sep 2015
Recent posts
Last 50 of 100- Just curious, so when does you riding season typically end North Florida here, I ride all year except during hurricanes! 😄
- Money Shots: Your beautiful picture of your beautiful VFR in action. Duel personality 4th Gen.[image: 20181027_123252.thumb.jpg.0603c229aa61d30da756ca6869515ce0.jpg][image: 20191005_101016.thumb.jpg.804bd273232cf75a10dabe563d84e04e.jpg]
- The dreaded valve adjustment 4 minutes ago, Grum Excellent story and advice burnes45. Having all that experience with 30 year old technology, would you think it's fair to say that with the last 10 year technology would be even less prone to valve…
- The dreaded valve adjustment A few random thoughts from some one who worked as a technician in a Honda dealership from 1979 to 1988. 1st. I know this was 30 years ago but I believe the dealership business model remains the same. Technicians are on…
- 2019 VFRD Memorial Spring Ride Just arrived in Highlands. I will see everyone in the morning. I hope the weather holds!
- WTB: 2007 VFR Anniversary Here is one in Daytona Beach Florida. 42k but looks good! https://daytona.craigslist.org/mcd/d/daytona-beach-2007-honda-interceptor/6828759713.html
- 2019 VFRD Memorial Spring Ride zeer0, 3/2/2019 at 7:45 PM I would say 28 is the best route to go. Depending on the time, it may be crowded, but it’s the easiest way to go. As for time, I’d say 9 am would be a safe bet. Thanks Zero, I missed last year…
- 2019 VFRD Memorial Spring Ride I'm in! I just finished my Eventbrite registration. I'll be there Friday and Saturday I won't be staying at the Microtel as the wife and dog are coming with me. We will be at a cabin close to Highlands that I have never…
- 4th gen silencer I have a "97 I removed the stock can and replaced with a Delkevic can. Not loud with DB killer installed. You can get high mount or stock orientation. Stock exhaust is quiet as a church mouse. There are other cans that…
- 4th gen Carb Vacuum Pistons Group Buy Good news. Thanks for staying on this for us.
- oxford heated grips + helibars...any issues? what model of grip to get? I have a '97 with Helibars and Oxford sport grip heaters. No issues what so ever in 2 years of ownership. You are correct the pattern is different. No issues with the wiring you can position them not to interfere with…
- Bit of favor to ask, would owners of the 5th gen send pictures of the head serial number? A friend of mines Farther owned a salvage yard and saved the titles and vin plates for all the VW bugs and buses. Makes good money selling them to restorers.
- 4th gen Carb Vacuum Pistons Group Buy I'm in! Bought a set of carbs last year for parts but the rubber parts wont last forever. Owning 20 plus year old motorcycles you have to plan ahead. Thanks for thinking ahead and setting this up. Hope we get enough…
- Who's Going? VFRD Spring Memorial Ride 2018 It's Getting close have not heard much chatter going on. Looks like there are only 11 people registered on Bob's Paypal page for the event. If you have been before you know what a great time this is. If you have not…
- First Multi-Night Ride - Montreal to Mount Cadillac (Maine) +1 on the Sena. Extra key, Paper map of area In case you lose power or cell signal. Credit card should take care of any emergency. I also like to put ICE [in case of emergency] info in my phone and paper copy in my tank…
- Trim clips recommendation, please? Wurth fastener has them in all sizes. You can buy online. You have to buy in quantity 10-25, average about $2 U.S. apiece. I work in auto repair and we have a selection of assorted sizes to choose from. If you don't…
- Sena /Android update to google assistant feedback noise Urbanengineer, 12/20/2017 at 1:26 PM It’s a known issue due to the android update. Should be fixed soon enough. Update your Sena for now. I'm glad to know it's not just me having this issue. Your the 1st person to…
- Sena /Android update to google assistant feedback noise Could not tell you. That is how it worked when I set it up the first time. I hit the thumb button 1 time wait for a tone and say call "a name on my contact list. I have a newer Sansung 7. Don't know if that makes a…
- Sena /Android update to google assistant feedback noise OK so I went through and did a factory reset on the Sena, removed my Google account from my phone and set up everything again. Much better now only has feedback noise for about 1 second and operates normally. I still…
- Sena /Android update to google assistant feedback noise Have not used my Sena 10 sense I updated my android phone. When I used it today to make a call I hit the switch to make a call and loud feedback noise {ouch on the ears} and after a moment Google assistant came on and…
- Intro and Wheel Question 6 hours ago, mountainslide I need to get him proper riding pants but street gear is hard to come by so small. Some MX pants and boots are better than jeans also strap on Knee and shin guards are inexpensive. I use then…
- Proper break in for new motors Good write up on proper break in for new motors myths and facts. https://thumpertalk.com/articles/engine-break-in-truth-lies-and-what-you-really-need-to-know-r707/
- 94 VFR replacing leaking fork seals, what oil for stock springs/light rider? 13 hours ago, NateV8 Well I have no idea how old the fork oil is on this bike, it has 60k miles so who knows haha. The SS7 seems to be about the same as the HP5 so looks like I'm on the right track. ATF? I'm assuming an…
- 94 VFR replacing leaking fork seals, what oil for stock springs/light rider? I weigh the same as you. when I replaced the seals on my '97 I used ATF per recommendations from the forum. That was 2 years ago works great for me. I have stock forks had to turn the adjusters for the springs all the…
- 1st Annual VFRD Spring Memorial Ride Did someone say more "PICTURES".[image: 20170519_110251.thumb.jpg.edb7d945e1e6f0289fd0ef76e497c3a3.jpg]Thanks to Zero, Misty, Ben, Bob and really FAST dude on the 1200 (sorry forgot your name) for letting an old guy tag…
- 1st Annual VFRD Spring Memorial Ride Did someone say "PICTURES" [image: 20170519_085903.thumb.jpg.c9975b252cb8776d4870be209c0b8f50.jpg][image: 20170519_091958.thumb.jpg.796b7134eb89080fa736375d7dd0e799.jpg]I will post more later. On a very slow Wi-Fi…
- VFR ride in St. Augustine, Fla - May 20th with vintage bike show! Gator. Just got back. Hope you guys had a great time. Hated to miss it but I'm hoping someone will post some pictures. I all ways enjoy this event and hated to miss it.
- 1st Annual VFRD Spring Memorial Ride Great event! Good job Bob, Ben and Jason and anyone else that lent a hand. Made it home about 5;30 only rained on us about 1/2 of the ride home. Worth every minute of it. We had such great weather for the event who…
- VFR ride in St. Augustine, Fla - May 20th with vintage bike show! Gator, I won't be attending. My work schedule changed and I'm headed to the Spring Memorial Ride. Leaving in about an hour. Hope you have a great time.
- Sprocket nut torque front and rear Thank you I was looking at transmission and body section. I still don't see the front sprocket bolt I'll keep looking. Nice to have all that information in one section I just skipped over it. Thank you again.
- Sprocket nut torque front and rear Replacing my chain and sprockets before 1st S.M.R. in Franklin. I'm looking through service manual and can't find torque values for front and rear sprocket bolts. I know it's there somewhere if someone can tell me where…
- RWB at Daytona Speed Week 2017 Went to Daytona Saturday and saw some interesting motorcycles. In the parking lot with 1000's of motorcycles a 2000 800 VFR parked across from me. Mostly HD's and everything else in between. I saw 2 RWB Hondas very…
- VFR ride in St. Augustine, Fla - May 20th with vintage bike show! 1 hour ago, GatorGreg Holy crap - that sounds awesome! I was already getting a little worried about the crowd for Memorial Day because I just checked the Casa Monica Hotel for a room and they are already booked solid…
- VFR ride in St. Augustine, Fla - May 20th with vintage bike show! Gator I'm in Jax. and would join you for a ride. Just a thought St. Augustine will be a zoo on Memorial day weekend. Was wondering if you knew about "Riding into History" https://ridingintohistory.org/ motorcycle…
- Ignition switch Clean rebuild Oh good news. Did not know you could just replace the switch portion thought it was an assembly. sounds like the easy most reliable option. Thanks for the info.
- Ignition switch Clean rebuild when you replaced the switch where you able to rekey to match your other locks?
- Ignition switch Clean rebuild Turned key on this morning to go to work and nothing! Thought battery was dead but I moved the key and everything came on and engine started. Is there a known issue with ignition switch and can it be taken apart and…
- VF1000 sighted in Daytona belong to anyone here? Coming back from our Christmas party last night at the Rolex suit at the speedway spotted this very nice VF1000. Does it belong to member here?? [image: fields xmas party - rolex ste 013.JPG]
- Essential tools or equipment you got to have What do you mean by set "into the floor", Bolt down to it or recessed into floor??
- Essential tools or equipment you got to have Finally got my work shop 12 x 20' to store and work on my bikes. 1st time I have set one up, just looking for some suggestions from those of you who have done this before. What are your must have tools or equipment. I…
- The Great Solder vs Crimp Question Nice tool JZH no worries you'll be good. +1 mello dude. Recommended repair method from recently attended Lexus factory electrical diagnostic and repair class is the crimp or butt connector. Reason being that wires are…
- Is The Dragon Burning?? Watching the news looks like the fires are close but I don't know the area that well. Can some one from there give us a report? looks bad around Gatlinburg and western N.C. Hope everyone stays safe and this does not…
- Post A Picture Of Your Vfr 21 hours ago, SEBSPEED [image: IMG_20161008_143708_zps5mr1ysmn.jpg] [image: 2016-10-08%2020.22.42_zpssntewkwn.jpg] Simply stunning!!
- Have you lost a friend or loved one to a motorcycle accident?? I know morbid topic All Souls day just past and I was thinking about my best friend [Bruce Browning], we grew up together riding. Started on Z50s at 8 years old to dirt bikes, road bikes and so on. Always my best…
- NEVER STOP LEARNING timmythecop, 11/1/2016 at 3:16 PM I think this: [image: 00282.jpg] OK I don't know what kind of bike that is. BMW ?? I've never seen one here in the states in police dress.
- Roads you would like/love to ride You guys are killing me with these pictures!! I live in north Florida and have to travel 500 miles north to find a curve. So I'm making a list [bucket??] to head west and be in utopia!!
- Riding quotes "That thing is going to kill you" and my favorite "Can I ride your bike I'm a very good rider" Usually said right before he dumps the clutch and falls off the back!!
- New donation from 2k1GoneWild Hi burnes45, Thank you for your donation of $25.00. We look forward to improving the forums with your donation. Thanks VFRDiscussion
- Poll: VFR Rider Ages Old enough to know better but just can't help myself!!
- New shaft drive motorcycle land-speed record? Congrats!! Mirrors and all>Did they fold in by them selves at speed??
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