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    VFR fan mod with VTR fan blade

    The thermostat opens at 180F, the fan activates at 220F, and overheating is 250F. There is no reason to tax the fans by turning them on early....
    Post by: thtanner, Jul 13, 2023 in forum: 6th Generation 2002-2013
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    VFR fan mod with VTR fan blade

    It's actually not an issue. All modern cars run in this temperature range. Fear not and ride on. Set your display to ambient temperature and...
    Post by: thtanner, Jul 13, 2023 in forum: 6th Generation 2002-2013
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    State of the Rubber - 2014 VFR Tires

    I run RS3s as well and they mesh very well with the 8th gen. Firm enough they'll dip in turns well but not hard where I'm feeling every rock on...
    Post by: thtanner, Aug 24, 2021 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Panniers for 2015 dlx pearl white

    There are still 3 sets of white panniers in Honda's Japan warehouse. https://japan.webike.net/products/21578942.html In case anyone is hunting. I...
    Post by: thtanner, Aug 24, 2021 in forum: 8th Generation 2014-Present
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    Also digging the 8th Gen - impressions v 6th Gen

    I found the Akrapovic with baffle is about the same noise level as the stock can. Recently fitted one and compared it side by side to my wife's...
    Post by: thtanner, Aug 24, 2021 in forum: 8th Generation 2014-Present
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    Should I get a Ninja 1000, 2015 VFR800, or just modernise my 1995 VFR750

    IMO the under-tail exhaust was a misstep by Honda. Added too much weight up high. Brought warmth too close to the pillion. You'll also notice the...
    Post by: thtanner, Mar 12, 2020 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Yet another motorcycle factory closes.

    Baggers have always been expensive, and so have goldwings. I don't think the new wing will do anything for motorcycles in general.. but just sell...
    Post by: thtanner, Feb 1, 2018 in forum: Anything Goes
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    6th Gen/$1450.00 quote from Honda dealership for a stripped Sparkplug.

    For $1400+ I'd be cutting my losses and riding away on a new 8G
    Post by: thtanner, Feb 1, 2018 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    My first mod (painting the windscreen)

    That came out really clean
    Post by: thtanner, Jan 28, 2018 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Street Triple R v. VFR

    I would definitely not put the Street Triple's build quality above Hondas in this instance. I had no issues on the 2014 Street Triple R. 2014+...
    Post by: thtanner, Jan 28, 2018 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Street Triple R v. VFR

    Sold mine (2014 Street Triple R). Hated it compared to the VFR. Seating position, lack of wind protection, engine note (angry bees!) It always...
    Post by: thtanner, Jan 25, 2018 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Should I buy this 5th gen?

    Do not buy anything labeled Ricks/etc. If you want an upgrade got to www.roadstercycle.com for a FH020AA or SH847 upgrade kit. Before you do, pull...
    Post by: thtanner, Jan 25, 2018 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    2018 Gold Wing v. VFR

    I love the white. I think I'll have to buy one in a year or two.. max. This will be my comfort machine.
    Post by: thtanner, Jan 24, 2018 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Should I buy this 5th gen?

    $2000 with a fresh service and new tires if you can :D
    Post by: thtanner, Jan 22, 2018 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Go Pro VTEC sounds on 8th Gen with Delkavic Shorty Exhaust

    If it was a near miss you'd be on the ground with broken plastics everywhere. You should call it a near hit. That being said, it was't very near...
    Post by: thtanner, Jan 21, 2018 in forum: 8th Generation 2014-Present