51 minutes ago, Rambler358The low mileage Interceptor that's over by me is in white. You might want to call and get the specifics on it - price, mileage, etc.
Thank you for the tip! I did check on that one but it's a standard. I think everyone here convinced me to park a Deluxe in my garage. I like the red, nothing wrong with it. Although, it seems to be a little orange in pictures but I haven't seen one in person so I can't really judge.
17 minutes ago, 14thumperThank you for the tip! I did check on that one but it's a standard. I think everyone here convinced me to park a Deluxe in my garage. I like the red, nothing wrong with it. Although, it seems to be a little orange in pictures but I haven't seen one in person so I can't really judge.
It has gone a bit toward orange.
Interestingly, when I was checking out Ducatis at the IMS a couple of years ago, some of them started going a bit orange too.
Not nearly as orange as what Shoei has been referring to as red this year and last.
A couple of years ago even the Techwick t-shirts that EMS was billing as red were so orange that I returned them.
14thumper Thank you for the tip! I did check on that one but it's a standard.
Life is too short to ride bikes that don't inspire passion. The V4 does that in a way that other bikes simply can't match and I am willing to forgive it for lack of outright speed, corner carving, and touring capabilities in comparison to more focused machines in each of those categories. The beauty of the VFR is its jack of all trades nature lifted even higher with aftermarket support to help you meet your needs with farkles to improve capability in any of those categories (some provided by VFRD forum members). Want more power? Supercharge it. Want more touring? Add Heli-bars or LSL bar risers, peg lowering kit, MRA X-creen. Want to carve corners? Multiple suspension upgrade options are available. I have chosen a combination that suits my needs and I'm sure you will, too, as long as you don't set unrealistic expectations. If the heavy clutch pull is a deal breaker, you may not be happy with it, but I'm sure somebody has re-worked the clutch master cylinder to solve this problem, too. If not, somebody probably will if you ask around.
Supercharge it? You say that like I can just pull up a web page and have one at my door next week [image: emoji28.png]
There is no Helibars option for the 8th gen currently. Best option right now is one of the bar riser options Motopumps has. I've got the 1.25" risers, and they're great for me.
Rambler358, 12/24/2016 at 7:42 PMThere is no Helibars option for the 8th gen currently. Best option right now is one of the bar riser options Motopumps has. I've got the 1.25" risers, and they're great for me.
Or the 800X Crossrunner (I am aware it is not available in the US) which is the same engine but longer/softer suspension and adventure-style ergonomics & seating position.
I went down to Southern California and picked up a new leftover '14 Interceptor Deluxe on Monday. The ride back (425 miles) was uneventful and actually fairly enjoyable. Not quite as good as the FJR I used to have for freeway riding but really good for what the bike is IMO.
Thanks to everyone for all the help! Your willingness to help out a VFR newbie actually played a role in my decision to buy one.
Thumper,
pictures or this did not happen!!!
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4 hours ago, 14thumperI went down to Southern California and picked up a new leftover '14 Interceptor Deluxe on Monday.
Congrats! What dealer in SoCal did you get it from?
Another satisfied customer!
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6 hours ago, Rambler358Congrats! What dealer in SoCal did you get it from?
I picked it up from Mountain Motorsports in Ontario. They made it fairly easy for me although I had to remind them it comes with the seat cowl and I also had to wait for them to find the battery cover. I got a 4 year warranty extension through Honda as well.
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Rambler358, 12/24/2016 at 2:42 PMThere is no Helibars option for the 8th gen currently. Best option right now is one of the bar riser options Motopumps has. I've got the 1.25" risers, and they're great for me.
Heli Bar is currently working on them. Hopefully in 2017?
6 minutes ago, deltaboxiiHeli Bar is currently working on them. Hopefully in 2017?
Well that's good news. How did you find this out?
Heli bar posted something out to their customers looking for a test mule to mock up the bars. This was several months ago now.
5 minutes ago, deltaboxiiHeli bar posted something out to their customers looking for a test mule to mock up the bars. This was several months ago now.
But as far as I know, they haven't yet gotten an 8th gen VFR to develop the bars yet?
Might be worth messaging them and see where they are at with them.
THAT is a pretty motorcycle.
Nicely done!
8 hours ago, 14thumperI picked it up from Mountain Motorsports in Ontario. They made it fairly easy for me although I had to remind them it comes with the seat cowl and I also had to wait for them to find the battery cover. I got a 4 year warranty extension through Honda as well.
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She's a beauty Thumper! You'll be glad you got the deluxe.
[video: https://www.youtube.com/embed/mQ_k_VG6Syc?feature=oembed]A couple quick questions....
1. I want to order the quick shifter but I see two parts #'s. Does it matter which I order? Is one a newer version?
2. I removed the lower left side fairing to have a look and noticed some coolant leaked. Is this a common known issue with a brand new Interceptor or should I take it into the dealer (ugh, hate them touching my bikes...)? I have pics below, coolant level appears ok in reservoir.
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Take it back, ask them to fit the quickshifter labour free to compensate you for the hassle.
1 hour ago, NelixTake it back, ask them to fit the quickshifter labour free to compensate you for the hassle.
I like the cut of this man's jib! :beer:
Update, I checked with my local dealer and they felt the host clamps were simply a little loose so I tightened them up, cleaned the area and I'll keep an eye on it.
Anyone know about the quick shifter? Which part # should I order between the two?
i'm no mechanic, but that lower hose nearest the residue looks askew and not clamped properly to the pipe .
it also looks like the leak is coming from the gasket connection between the two metal parts
14thumper Anyone know about the quick shifter? Which part # should I order between the two?
windyrun it also looks like the leak is coming from the gasket connection between the two metal parts
9 hours ago, windyruni'm no mechanic, but that lower hose nearest the residue looks askew and not clamped properly to the pipe .
it also looks like the leak is coming from the gasket connection between the two metal parts
Initially I thought it was coming from the hose but also felt it might be from the metal parts (the other picture below shows this better). It's possible air caused it to weep rearward while riding it. The dealer tech looked at it and felt the hose clamp and thought it was a little loose compared to what it should be. He tightened it some and wiped the surfaces clean and I'll keep an eye on it and if it leaks further I'll bring it in. Hopefully this is it and I'm actually pretty disappointed about this from a brand new bike. I know things happen but I've been riding a long time and never encountered this with any of the new bikes I've purchased.
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And here's my Interceptor's stable mate. Bought it new in September for a pretty good deal (while actually looking for the Interceptor lol). I like both bikes a lot so far but the CB is a bit more fun for horsing around lol
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34 minutes ago, Rambler358
Use the part number that's on the Honda website as accessories for the Interceptor, there should be only one.
Yep, I saw that. Looking at online parts house websites I see two part #'s listed, one (as on Honda's website) ends in 10 the other 11 so I didn't know if there was a revision to the part or not.
14thumper Yep, I saw that. Looking at online parts house websites I see two part #'s listed, one (as on Honda's website) ends in 10 the other 11 so I didn't know if there was a revision to the part or not.
12 hours ago, 14thumperAnd here's my Interceptor's stable mate. Bought it new in September for a pretty good deal (while actually looking for the Interceptor lol). I like both bikes a lot so far but the CB is a bit more fun for horsing around lol
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thats a sharp looking bike you got there !
Not sure about those bars though---do they really angle up like that or is it just the photo?
jhenley17, 12/24/2016 at 2:30 PMSupercharge it? You say that like I can just pull up a web page and have one at my door next week [image: emoji28.png]
Nobody said it would be easy, lol. I avoided this mod because the last thing I "need" is more power. The VFR doesn't need more weight, either. I constantly find myself in a struggle to take weight off my bikes, but then find an attraction to a new farkle that I "need" to add. My VFR is probably close to stock weight after removing the exhaust but adding everything else.
18 hours ago, windyrunthats a sharp looking bike you got there !
Not sure about those bars though---do they really angle up like that or is it just the photo?
They angle up some but nothing that seems funny. It's actually quite comfy but I tend to prefer upright seating on bikes. I quite enjoy walking into the garage and seeing two bikes with single sided swingarms. It's a feature I really like. I have to admit the V4 is addicting though!
Of course I had to sell a couple bikes and an older car I had to make it all happen but that's how it goes.
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So, at 470 miles now I just did the first oil change. Step1, remove engine lol
Is there an OEM oil filter tool folks use? I have nothing that fits in there. I managed to get it out ok but really need a tool to get this done properly.
This is my tool of choice (brand/vendor variable), and works for a variety of filters/sizes...
http://www.harborfreight.com/universal-3-jaw-adjustable-oil-filter-wrench-69021.html
4 hours ago, AuroraAxelaThis is my tool of choice (brand/vendor variable), and works for a variety of filters/sizes...
http://www.harborfreight.com/universal-3-jaw-adjustable-oil-filter-wrench-69021.html
Sweet! So that fits in the cramped space ok?
Should. Don't know the 8th gen so much, but if it's anything like my 03, then should be just fine. That'll slip right in the spaces and let you use a ratchet and extension to loosen the filter.
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I use a small ratchet adapter now, the one-size metal cup type. The original filter was on so tight that even that couldn't grip tight enough. I didn't have anything else handy and ended up straining myself while bending a screwdriver and shredding the filter body before it came off.
10 hours ago, 14thumperSo, at 470 miles now I just did the first oil change. Step1, remove engine lol
Is there an OEM oil filter tool folks use? I have nothing that fits in there. I managed to get it out ok but really need a tool to get this done properly.
The Honda wrench is a good fit and does not slip. The nut allows you to use a torque wrench to tighten the filter. The wrench comes in a kit with the oil filter: part #: 15010-MCE-H51.
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4 hours ago, npracerThe Honda wrench is a good fit and does not slip. The nut allows you to use a torque wrench to tighten the filter. The wrench comes in a kit with the oil filter: part #: 15010-MCE-H51.
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Oh sweet, I just ordered it. Thanks!!
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