Clutch Window Promo Special -Vfrd Only

All, I am starting another run of parts. A big one.

It would be mutually beneficial if I can get 15 folks signed up for a 50% deposit on a cover modification.

What I would like to offer, is free shipping for the first 15 to sign up and make the deposit. I only ship via Large, insured, USPS Flat Rate boxes, which equates to a savings of just under $20.

Additionally, I will make a $5 VFRD site donation for each of the first 15 buyers to take advantage.

This offer covers all generations of VFR. If you are a VFR owner, the window can be made to fit your bike.

What I require to perform the mod is:

1. Your clutch cover, or a spare cover, shipped to me.
2. A total payment of $250 + return shipping charge (not applicable in this case), via PayPal.

What you will need to do to complete the mod:
1. Ship your donor cover, or drop ship a donor cover via ebay/etc.
2. Make down payment
3. Make final payment when mod is complete
4. Paint or powdercoat the cover
5. Install with new gasket

As showcased in other threads, you may also paint or powdercoat your pressure plate to display the color of your choice.

Currently, I do not offer paint or powdercoat services, but I can help with some recommendations if needed. I am working on setting up media blast capability, which as a later option would aid a buyer in a DIY paint finish. More on that, at a later date.

At this time, I am making this reduced price offer only to active VFR owners, but I will have more than 15 covers available soon at the normal pricing.

Feel free to send me a PM, but please make sure you post in this thread if interested, as I will use this thread for tracking purposes.

A number of pictures and additional info can be found here:

http://www.vfrdiscus...-clutch-window/

Thanks for looking!
 
 
Edit 10/30/2014; Adding sign-up list:

1. bigB
2. zoomzoom- 100%
3. dgordon - 50%
4. kevinmacdonald - 100%
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Hey Seb, I did indicate I'd be interested in another one but I wrecked the intended machine so I'm no longer in a position to buy one. :(

Can you arrange powdercoating to be completed before it is shipped back to me (at cost)?

Sorry to hear Terry.

007, it would be my preference to let the buyer work out the powdercoating details. I am more than happy to send it anywhere you wish, or to a shop I might recommend. However, at this time I am not comfortable being stuck between parties - it's just easier all around if you make your own arrangements.

Again, more than happy to help with color/texture ideas, and shipping, but it's a service that I'm not involved with and I don't have a place local to me that I can build a relationship with.

Seb, I love the look of these units. :-)  Two questions which others may be thinking too = what has been your experience with replacement cover costs, and also with the powdercoating pricing?  (Know it will vary new-used or local painter but trying to get an idea of ballpark)

Many thanks!

Dave.

Cover prices range dramatically. I've seen some good ebay scores, and I've had someone send a brand new part to be modified. I can make use of just about any cover you can find on the used market, provided the gasket surface is good.

Feel free to post a pic of a prospective part, if you're not sure of the condition.

Powdercoat pricing will vary (don't confuse it with painting,they are different finishes!). If I remember correctly, you can expect to pay around $50-60 for a satin black, fine texture pc finish.

I just saw this.
One of the guys on ASF/CF is looking for a replacement cover because of a failed attempt at this by a local "professional" on his girlfriends Vfr streetfighter. And his k4 gsxr 1000 fighter.

Just before a big ride.
Ahem.

Seb, I just need to check the cover options to supply to you.  Also, is the 250 US or Canadian?   :goofy:

Didn't see any R/S covers avail. on ebay..

I will let you know within a couple weeks. My Subaru spun a rod bearing and am in the middle of replacing the block.

My spare cover has a crack from center down to the dished portion of the sight glass.

I posted to OzVFR, no bites yet. Coming up to $Xmas could be a problem for some.

There is a very good candidate 5th Gen clutch cover on ebay motors at the moment... about as cheap as they come.

If you have a dented, cracked, rashed, or otherwise damaged cover: PLEASE post a picture here of send me a PM with the picture.

Chances are very good that I can repair the part while I have it for the mod. I do NOT need a "good" cover to start with.

The most common damage is cut away, and any additional cracks or gouges can be welded while I'm welding the ring on.

I have been thinking about getting one of these because they look so cool, but it would be a waste on my bike. I ride year round and wash it once or twice a year whether it needs it or not. With 70k miles it is far from a show bike.

I do have a rashed cover I was saving just in case I decided to do it though. If someone is interested in using that as a donor for this mod, PM me an offer. I can mail it directly to Seb for him to to do the work so you don't have to take yours apart to have it done.

I have been thinking about getting one of these because they look so cool, but it would be a waste on my bike. I ride year round and wash it once or twice a year whether it needs it or not. With 70k miles it is far from a show bike.

I do have a rashed cover I was saving just in case I decided to do it though. If someone is interested in using that as a donor for this mod, PM me an offer. I can mail it directly to Seb for him to to do the work so you don't have to take yours apart to have it done.

You haven't seen Timmy's bike, have you?

You haven't seen Timmy's bike, have you?

Hmm, good point! :goofy:

Hi Seb, Count me in.

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Hi Seb, Count me in.

1. BigB

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Thank you Brian and Bill. I will add the sign up list to the first post.

Ken, I just saw this. :-)  I'll send a PM.  

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Seb, Ken;  just clued in.  Does the 5th gen cover work with the 6th?  I'm hoping there's no difference?  :wacko:

I have been thinking about getting one of these because they look so cool, but it would be a waste on my bike. I ride year round and wash it once or twice a year whether it needs it or not. With 70k miles it is far from a show bike.

I do have a rashed cover I was saving just in case I decided to do it though. If someone is interested in using that as a donor for this mod, PM me an offer. I can mail it directly to Seb for him to to do the work so you don't have to take yours apart to have it done.

You haven't seen Timmy's bike, have you?

Not a thing out of place

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 That does look drop dead sexy, and complements the flat black.   :goofy:

Timmy, you really ought to give the old girl a fresh coat of satin black. It looks good in that pic.

Dgordon, 5th & 6th gen covers are interchangeable.

I am leaning towards having it redone professionally in Asphalt.

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..and this leads me to another point.  I did not have to cut any of my 5th gen fairing to use this clear cover.  The fairing edge sticks out a few MMs more, but it went on with no modifications.  The 6th gen exposes the whole cover, the 5th, about 80%

see here:

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Seb, please count me in for one.  :-)  Just had a chance to check back on the site.  PM me with what I need to do for payment etc.  I'm in.  Many thanks for doing this too. 

(Ken, thank you kindly sir.)   

Dave.

Thank you Dave and Ken!

Dave, I'll be in touch shortly.

Ken, I just saw this. :-)  I'll send a PM.  

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Seb, Ken;  just clued in.  Does the 5th gen cover work with the 6th?  I'm hoping there's no difference?  :wacko:

Looks like he got his answer, but if you check the parts fiche you will find the part# matches up for every 800 (Haven't looked at the 2014, but it's still a VTec engine) and also the RC45. If you have one and want a clear clutch on it... :cool:   :beer:

Personally, I bought a "new" 6th Gen cover for my '99 and sold the rashed '99 cover to a member for his 6th Gen with the SebSpeed mod.

Monday morning bump... these make great holiday gifts :wink:

If I would get one of these for Xmas, I would suspect my wife is cheating on me...     :goofy:

Even look good at night!

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Fun fact:

25% of all the bikes in the big 2014 VFRD calendar are sporting a clear clutch cover.

:smile:

I'd like to nominate SebSpeed for the Engineer Of The Year Award for spreading this Ducati-mocking technology so far among the VFRD Cognoscenti.

Do I hear a second-the-nomination?! :wheel:

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That's cool. Looks almost like it was installed directly from the factory.

And a few more as the install continues.
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Thanks Seb. Do you like it raw? Or maybe black?

I love how the raw part just looks fast and screams factory race part!

I probably would have done black to match the motor paint, but I'm boring like that lol

Looks good!!

Like the raw look...excellent

Sebspeed.  Do you still need any more for the original 15?  I think I might have a slightly rashed cover lined up.

Thanks,

Nick

I have plenty of parts left. Shoot me a PM and we'll get you sorted out.

Thanks Seb. Do you like it raw? Or maybe black?

I have to say, I am surprised that Dutchy hasn't jumped on this one yet.

How about a "tax season" bump?

FYI, there's a clutch cover on eBay right now for $99.99  Item #291378995717

From the clutch cover pic thread:

I trailered Virginia down to Fort Wayne IN for Jamie Daugherty's suspension upgrades at the end of January and while having breakfast at a F W Ihop, a a fellow steps up to my table and asks if that is my great looking 5th gen with the Clear Clutch Cover on the trailer in the parking lot. V4Rocket, a VFRD member, said it blew his mind to see a beautiful VFR in F W in the middle of the winter. Not the first time someone has been stopped in their tracks over the SSCCC (SebSpeed Clear Clutch Cover). It also happened to me in Utah and California last year.

And don't forget all the MotoGP Umbrella Girls that will mob you when they see how cool you are!  

And a few more as the install continues.
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Thanks Seb. Do you like it raw? Or maybe black?

Looks awesome as is!

From the clutch cover pic thread:
I trailered Virginia down to Fort Wayne IN for Jamie Daugherty's suspension upgrades at the end of January and while having breakfast at a F W Ihop, a a fellow steps up to my table and asks if that is my great looking 5th gen with the Clear Clutch Cover on the trailer in the parking lot. V4Rocket, a VFRD member, said it blew his mind to see a beautiful VFR in F W in the middle of the winter. Not the first time someone has been stopped in their tracks over the SSCCC (SebSpeed Clear Clutch Cover). It also happened to me in Utah and California last year.
 
And don't forget all the MotoGP Umbrella Girls that will mob you when they see how cool you are!  

I stopped in at my local Honda dealer to pick up some oil, a filter, and a gasket for re-installing the cover and the guy at the counter asked what I had been up to with the bike. I had fixed a dent in the fuel tank of his bike earlier this year and we got to talking about bikes. When I showed him the photos of my bike with the clear cover he nearly lost it. Immediately wanted to know where I got the cover from, how much, and where to get one. All the guys at the dealer service and parts counter also want to see the bike in the flesh once the snow melts so that they can all see the wonderous "WINDOW TO THE SOUL" that is the Sebspeed Clear clutch Cover.

Will the clutch cover fit on a 2014 VFR800 Seb. One of the sales guys at the Honda dealer thought it would make a really cool addition to the bike on the showroom floor.

SebSpeed: Official Aftermarket Supplier To Honda Dealers World Wide!

It certainly will fit a 2014! Probably one of the better applications too, with regard to the fairing shape.

2014 = same motor as Vtec = same clutch side engine cover since 1998 = same clutch side cover from the RC45

It certainly will fit a 2014! Probably one of the better applications too, with regard to the fairing shape.

I will do my damnest to make sure that we get one on a 2014 VFR800 in a Honda showroom.  I'm sure that on looks alone they would say "HELL YA!!"  Of course there is the liability issue of having a non-factory part installed on a bike that is still under warranty but you just never know right.

The word is spreading and in recognition of Sebastian's contribution to the VFR community... he's made a name for himself and a town and all...

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