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dallasb
70 posts recovered 6 threads started First seen 4 Aug 2006 Last seen 2 Jun 2013
Threads started
6 in the archive- So long little one, 8 years, it has been fun... dallasb · 27 Oct 2010 – 27 Oct 2010
- Custom rear wheel anyone? dallasb · 17 Aug 2010 – 22 Aug 2010
- More Cooling Questions dallasb · 25 Sep 2009 – 20 Jan 2010
- Keep Going Baileyrock! dallasb · 4 Sep 2009 – 8 Sep 2009
- Rear Wheels/tires, The End All Discussion dallasb · 12 Mar 2009 – 14 Nov 2017
- Fz1 Forks Anyone? dallasb · 21 Sep 2008 – 21 Sep 2008
Recent posts
Last 50 of 70- Cpu Fan. Nothing Ventured.... I did this on my '90, just after 1 burned up. I replaced it with another OE reg/rec, but this was before Honda updated it to the heatsink version. I never broke the one with the fan, for what it's worth...
- Who Can Read These; How Do My Spark Plugs Look? Kind Of Weird... remember that you cannot get much info from just taking your plugs out and having a shufty. You have to install new plugs, rip it all the way through all throttle openings, pull the clutch, kill the motor and coast to a…
- Street Tire, Dual Compound Suggestions / Experience Needed... You will find most here favor the Michelin Pilot Road 2 or 3. They are generally the same tire, but choose the 3 if wet riding is your thing. There are other positive reviews of the other brands, but in my opinion, the…
- Why Do I Have Red Rear Blinkers? The 3rd gens originally had the turn signals (amber) separately mounted, attached to the sides of the mudguard that mounted the license plate, just like the other CBR's of the time. The turn signals you are referring to…
- Steel Braided Lines Several years back I couldn't find anyone to make them for my '02. So I just ordered 2 universal lines and ran them to the front calipers and I am very pleased. Yeah, the rest of the bike would be nice, but for the…
- Valve check interval Based on doing my friends 929 and my 6th gen VFR, you will be more than fine at 32K intervals, IMO
- CBR929 Shock fitment, '02 non-ABS Hey 1TallTXn, I'm the same situation as you. Got a 929 shock from Jamie and just spent the whole day trying to get it in with no success. Well, actually, I did manage to have it in and bolted at some point but with the…
- 8 spoke rear wheel options Come on guys, I got this sorted out a while ago. 3rd, 5th and 6th gen wheels all weigh the same, did it myself http://www.vfrdiscus...all-discussion/ Modifications needed to later rims also shown.
- Seca II Anyone have one? Good solid bike, nothing fancy, nothing fast, great for a commuter.
- Paint I was thinking a lion head on the front, you know, like, eating the headlight... wait... is that not cool anymore? :huh: I suggest look at some other bikes for a scheme you like, not just VFRs, you will probably find…
- Strapping stuff down +1 for cargo net, cheap and easy, but I do like the looks of the ROK Straps.
- Emergency (Long Distance) Tool Kit R/R = regulator rectifier. Common VFR issue from multiple generations. It has become a point of humor!
- Emergency (Long Distance) Tool Kit What you need to think about is what is going to happen on a long distance trip that you will want to try and fix yourself instead of a tow and professional help. Take the tools you need to help you in these situations,…
- Crazy bad gas mileage!!! Read what Monk said here again, at least 3 times, there is such a misconception out there. This is truth. Monk Buy the proper octane for your vehicle Contrary to popular belief more octane doesn't make your engine…
- Just bought '02 VFR800A, Checking recall items? The subframe was not a recall, just an inspection. My 02 didn't need a subframe. The alternator was a recall, but I believe it is expired now. I bet you would be fine since you got the harness done.
- dumb brake question When I used to work the parts counter at a motorcycle shop, I notice people can vary on them quite a bit, so you just got to look and replace them at 1-2mm of pad on the thinnest one. FYI, most likely your rear brakes…
- Would you buy another 6th Gen VFR? I have ridden and owned many bikes, my 02 has 69K on it, I will run it to 150K in the next 5 years, then give it to my brother and find another one... not a question. Although I plan on adding more to the stable as well.
- Exhaust Notes and Black Shields OH MY! Looks great! I have done the same with mine, just flat black! I like it when the end caps match as well, paint them black!
- two bros exhaust help!! You will learn shortly here on VFRD, we need pictures, more so than any other forum I have been on. So I will be the first to say it... show us some pics, others will chime in immediately who own that very same product.
- I like my Kitsch... It says, Ideal Gift for any biker. So if you need a gift, and that person rides an HD, get them a VFR keychain, sweet!
- cleaning my butt Oh wow, your rear end looks great now! :rolleyes: I can't remember the last time I saw a 3rd gen stock fender, that thing is huge!
- Mity-Vac vs. cheap chinese. Recommendations? I have used all of the options, but my favorite is this one, it also makes complete fluid replacement a breeze, including cars. http://www.harborfre...eder-92924.html
- fmf apex slip on exhaust for 800 vtech I think it is one of the better looking VTEC exhausts for sure, but I think if they were pulled forward about 2 inches it would be even better, I don't like to see the front of the canister.
- Best distance/commuting tire Michelin Pilot Road 2 or 3! Running the 2 model on my 02, I got 11K out of the rear and the next one I did over 12K! The front did over 16K !!!! Mostly commuting and touring, but plenty of twisties, and they still grip…
- Ninja 1000 vs. VFR??? I think the Ninja 1000 is the just about what this community was asking for in the 7th gen VFR, other than an inline 4 of course. I really like my '02, I will wear it out and then find another with low miles. And that…
- Finally an entry level Honda Pricing should be announced tomorrow on the 11th !
- Finally an entry level Honda I just updated the weight, remember, Honda only advertises ready-to-ride curb weight, not dry weight like many of the other manufactures, I wouldn't be surprised if it is close to 300 lbs dry. MSRP is not know today, is…
- Finally an entry level Honda Black one http://images.psndealer.com/dealersite%2Fimages%2Fnewvehicles%2F2011%2Fnv209976_0.jpg
- Finally an entry level Honda Specs for the Non-ABS model, no MSRP yet DIMENSIONS Weight: 359 lbs (Curb weight, not dry weight) Wheelbase: 53.9 in. ENGINE Engine: 1-cylinder, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder Displacement: 249.4 cc Bore x…
- Finally an entry level Honda I should have MSRP shortly up for you, Fuel Injection! & optional ABS, delivery to dealers in April. They say all new motor too.
- So long little one, 8 years, it has been fun... Yeah, should' a framed it! Don't worry, the corrosion, acid or lead won't hurt anything :biggrin:
- So long little one, 8 years, it has been fun... ... to my ORIGINAL battery in my '02 :biggrin: Pretty good run, 8+ years, 60,000+ miles. Surprisingly, if I charge it, it doesn't load test bad! I must own one of the rare, charging & non-surging VTEC's. :biggrin:…
- Custom rear wheel anyone? How about a 3-spoke for the rear (just for you Rush2112!) and fit a F4i 3-spoke front wheel (which is basically a direct bolt on & lighter) What do you think?
- Custom rear wheel anyone? gll429, unfortunately I haven't seen any car wheels that style you want, sorry. I was thinking that most would want 6-spoke wheels, so that VFR's would finally have matching wheels front & rear. I do like the Buddy Club…
- Custom rear wheel anyone? Rotas are the lightest I can find, and I wasn't planning on doing 5-spoke designs because the stock wheels are 5-spoke. What styles are you looking for? And you gll429?
- Custom rear wheel anyone? Here are just some styles I could do. I think the weights would be real close to the same as stock, and I wouldn't consider the VFR wheel super heavy, 13.1 lbs for a 3rd, 5th & 6th gen. I would assume most will want a…
- Racing the RV4 That's an awesome bike! Quite a way to win some hearts here as a new guy! Welcome!
- Custom rear wheel anyone? I would be modifying car wheels, so no engineering. The modifications needed are land speed racing proven, narrowing them that is. I have one test wheel just about ready and was hoping to get some feedback before making…
- Custom rear wheel anyone? I am looking to produce custom rear wheels for the VFR's, anyone interested? Weights will probably be the same as stock, I might be able to do a little lighter, it will depend on the style of rim. Should be looking…
- Braided brake lines for front calipers only? Any dealership (or somewhere online) can get you universal brake lines, that's what I did for my 2002 and I really like it. Goodridge & Russell are a couple of the brands to name a few.
- New to me TZ250 So in your garage it counts like this: Honda Honda Honda Honda Honda Honda Honda Honda Honda Yama.... wait, what is this, it's not a Honda?
- 929 front end The main issue is the overall length of the forks, the VFR has long ones. If the 929 is long enough, they should work.
- Auto Rims on my 2006 VFR Or this one from Work, the SC1 http://www.jhpusa.com/store/pc/catalog/work/work.schwert-bp_d.jpg
- Auto Rims on my 2006 VFR I found this one, but it will set you back $500, has to come from Japan 45mm offset means you need a 20mm spacer. Work XSA-03C http://garagespec.com/catalog/images/wheels/work/xsa_03c/XSA03C.jpg
- I Searched, But I Might Of Missed It. I made a front kit for my '02 with the universal lines from many of the brake line suppliers. I could dig up the receipt if you really wanted the lengths I used. I really like it, made a nice difference
- VFR paint codes Use www.colorrite.com , they have the paint listed there, they are the only ones that will be able to match the Asphalt Black if you want is specific.
- More Cooling Questions That is some really good info you guys. Now I would say that I don't have a "hot" running 6th gen in comparison to some others that have posted in other threads, and I have taken advantage of the water wetter. I…
- More Cooling Questions Upon inspection today, I don't think the radiator fan is thin enough to put on the outside. Maybe some trimming and spacing out the fairing, but I don't think it would be enough. Anyone else had this idea?
- Air Hawk Seat Cushions I added a thin gel pad like the airhawk, I really liked it for my butt, but it was taller and it put a little more weight on my wrists, not bad but on a 3+ hour trip, it was not too comfortable, but I am only 5'9"
- Vibration +1 for the front tire. I was told by a respectable source that cupping happens if you really know how to use the brakes or brake hard a lot. But I have to say, my Michelin PR2's do seem to resist the best of all that I…
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