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Rsparky
32 posts recovered 5 threads started First seen 11 Apr 2016 Last seen 19 Apr 2020
Threads started
5 in the archive- Rapidbike for gen 8 Rsparky · 19 Apr 2020 – 6 Jul 2020
- Secondary "kill" switch Rsparky · 19 May 2019 – 24 May 2019
- Fork seals! First time, any tips? Rsparky · 16 May 2018 – 21 May 2018
- 8 gen "tank pads" homemade Rsparky · 9 May 2016 – 9 May 2016
- Heyo. Looking At Vfrs Rsparky · 11 Apr 2016 – 3 May 2016
Recent posts
All 32- Rapidbike for gen 8 I know this was beaten to death for the 02-09 group. Haven't seen much for the gen 8 bikes. I want the racing unit for multiple reasons. Obviously, more go juice would be great. Biggest reason there. I have an ixil…
- Wheel color combo for a gen 8? I dig the black too. 😈 [image: 20200220_171108.jpg]
- Powder coated wheels on 5th Gen I'm beginning research on changing my wheel color. At this point, I'm thinking of stripping the bronze and clear coating them. I've pulled bearings for other things, but never wheels. How much of a pita is it to pull…
- Secondary "kill" switch Marvelicious, 5/21/2019 at 8:51 PM I want to keep MY bike! EXACTLY! I've put hundreds of hours into fiddling and tweaking everything. It's not done until I say it's done. So I don't want to let it go so easy. SEBSPEED,…
- Secondary "kill" switch As I said "Some are trailered away, others, just screwdriver in the ignition. This could thwart that . " I do have a chain, but I don't use it often. This will be a quick method to use every time I get on and off.
- Secondary "kill" switch Lol yah, it's a .22. Not that it matters. My domain, my right. And correct, no HISS. I do have a chain, but this would be a much less time consuming daily activity.
- Secondary "kill" switch The more I think about this idea, the more I like it. And I know it’s not foolproof. Nothing is. But! It’ll be nifty, and a little extra protection can’t hurt. I’ve seen quite a few bike stolen posts on my local Phoenix…
- Where to locate 12V power socket? I velcroed the adapter to the battery cover under the seat and just taped the USB wire to the airbox and fed out from the front of the tank with enough length to get to my bar mount.
- What is the fuel capacity for the 8th gen VFR800? I always want to stretch it, but my gauge starts flashing around 200 miles typically, then I get anxiety and go fill up. Around 4.7 gallons is the average I put in. Been wanting to put a little gas in a can to reassure…
- Fork seals! First time, any tips? It is done. Seems decent so far. A very light film on both forks, after a 2 mile ride, but that may be from extra fluid between the seal and wiper. Or, it's just the best I can get with my "Leakproof" seals. We'll see.…
- Fork seals! First time, any tips? Those screws were a pita! Now, my next dilemma. I've been polishing with the dremel for hours. But I can't get the marks from the polishing stone to go away. Will it leak? [image: 20180520_124853.jpg]
- Fork seals! First time, any tips? A couple fairing screws had low sockets too. Maybe necessary for the forks, but pointless for the fairings... I replaced them with proper SHCS. Hopefully I can get to my cyclegear before they close tomorrow after work.…
- Fork seals! First time, any tips? 8th gen. I'm going to get a seal driver, and a socket for the caps this week. History: I had a decent rock chip, but stoned and polished it smooth. It ought to seal now, with fresh seals. I'm getting the black sludge at…
- Exhaust Surprised noone has mentioned ixil. I think it's the sexiest. Sounds yummy too. Not as muscley as a delk, but damn nice, without baffles. [video: https://www.youtube.com/embed/aq2QFSPm514?feature=oembed] [image:…
- Chain Mileage About time somebody mentioned measuring stretch! Honda sticker is as useful as a ruler on cnc part. Idk the number for our chains, but a measurement of ten link pins, pulled taut, in gear is the surest way to tell when…
- Bolt Torque for T-Rex Sliders? Honda says 32 ft.lb. I'm an over achiever, and take them to 35. Light coating of moly grease first, as one of the tapped holes needed ran through a couple times.
- 8th Gen Compatible Throttle Tubes I bought a Motion pro throttle, and made it work. Had to cut the end off, and added jb weld to get the progressive diameter ramp that I wanted... Keep the calipers handy. Motion Pro 01-0080 Throttle Sleeve…
- Any New Frame Sliders? I got my t-rex less than a month ago. Zero functionality issues. Glad to have them. Hope to not use them.
- Headshake - damper needed? I've had shake a couple times. Latest, a mild lean, cooking through a sweeper. Turned out, my tires were in the 28 psi range. I stick to 32/34. Don't know if that was the problem, but can't blame the bike for poor…
- 2015 VFR800 overheating Phoenix gets to 120°f or 49°c, which I have ridden my 2014 in without the bike overheating...
- NEVER STOP LEARNING 3 minutes ago, timmythecop Due to the really wide bars that are at full lock to either side, your position is sorta dictated anyway. Some leaned out more than others. I kind stayed put to simplify it a bit. but it only…
- NEVER STOP LEARNING So , at these low speeds are you guys countersteering or just turning the bars?
- Honda Quick Shifter installation The middles do take a little finnagling. I found it's most reliable to keep it from bending outward while sliding, with a little downward force near the cockpit area.
- Picture Thread Here she is so far. Finally got the trunk mounted. I had to fabricate considerable risers in order to leave the grab bars on, but it's not bad, I think. Uses the passenger seat key to remove, and I spliced in led strips…
- New Vfr800's Not Selling Very Well Agree, but also factor in insurance. Most of the time, the only meaningful money a family doctor's office sees, IS the copay. They are contractually obligated by the plans they accept, to charge ~$150, so the $35 copay…
- 8 gen "tank pads" homemade Still new here, and browsing the archives. I don't see much love for hydro turf. To me, it's the cat's meow. I bought a roll a while ago and made a bunch for daytonas, as that was my bike of choice at the time. Moving…
- Aftermarket Pipes For Gen 8 perseverantist, 4/25/2016 at 3:08 PM Ordered the Ixil exhaust, received it in 2 days from Indiana. I'm still up in the air on my decision though... The small pipes have a different tone than what I'm used to, more raspy…
- Heyo. Looking At Vfrs So I bought it. Absofrickinlutely awesome bike. There are a few scratches, and a dent in the tank, but the paint is fine. Right bar riser is slightly taller than the left. But I may be going helibars anyway. Also, I'm…
- Heyo. Looking At Vfrs Save coolant and brakes for sale as well? The black one is nice. Bone stock is a plus, but black in Phoenix just seems preposterous to me...? Dude states cash, which I would be financing. Slightly more hassle for him,…
- Heyo. Looking At Vfrs The pics show tiny scratches on the clutch cover and exhaust. But all the plastics are too shiny to see. I'm not that interested in a perfect bike anyway, bought the daytona salvaged. The guy on the phone said it hasn't…
- Heyo. Looking At Vfrs If I go used, I have no problem with aftermarket. Soft, even. I have a "soft" (firm shape) tail bag that worked for years until I built my current trunk. So it's just collecting dust in the closet. May go look at a…
- Heyo. Looking At Vfrs Hi guys, I've only scratched the surface of the forum so far. I've wanted a vfr for a while. Currently own a Triumph Daytona 675, that has so many electrical issues it's literally making me want to sell it. When I…
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