Mechanics Garage Maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting for all things VFR Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:24:16 +0000 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:24:16 +0000 VFRworld https://vfrworld.com/forums/mechanics-garage.28/ Something is going on with my indicator. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 03:05:18 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/something-is-going-on-with-my-indicator.14334/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/something-is-going-on-with-my-indicator.14334/ invalid@example.com (RockVFR) RockVFR The left turn seems to be less of a problem than the right turn, where it works fine most of the time. The right turn sometimes requires me to be forceful or take several attempts, or for me to hold the switch on before it starts flashing. I'm gonna pull the indicator box apart this weekend but was...

Something is going on with my indicator.]]> 14 Heated Grips - Keyed/Switched Line - Relay Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:04:18 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/heated-grips-keyed-switched-line-relay.62860/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/heated-grips-keyed-switched-line-relay.62860/ invalid@example.com (WabiSabi1) WabiSabi1
Red wire from switch to relay (blade 87).

Red/Yellow fused wire from battery to relay (blade 30).

Aftermarket connectors (orange-colored blocks on diagram) plug into the OEM connectors (white-colored blocks on diagram) for the license plate light (keyed/switched line).

Green (ground)...

Heated Grips - Keyed/Switched Line - Relay]]> 1 Clearcoat Refresh Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:45:11 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/clearcoat-refresh.62845/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/clearcoat-refresh.62845/ invalid@example.com (RllwJoe) RllwJoe
My two main concerns are:

1) the tank, primarily because of scratches but I also want to install the TechSpec grips that I purchased a couple of years back following my first track day experience without being able to grip the tank well enough with my legs (I kept sliding into the tank and having to push myself back). It will be easier to paint before installing them.

2) the left side cowl...

Clearcoat Refresh]]> 13 VFR1200F 2010-2011 ECU Reflash DIY. Free XDF. Interested? Here is how... Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:56:04 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/vfr1200f-2010-2011-ecu-reflash-diy-free-xdf-interested-here-is-how.59008/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/vfr1200f-2010-2011-ecu-reflash-diy-free-xdf-interested-here-is-how.59008/ invalid@example.com (Alexxx) Alexxx
I consumed enough useful information from this forum and would like to give some back.
So this is a very description of what's goin on and how to reflash your bike basically for free. However you gonna need some parts and some basic electronics skills and maybe a bit more than basic computer skills.

We need:
1. Flasher tool - provided, but need some care
2. Flasher device - need to DIY
3. Mapping file aka XDF - provided
4. Your bin file (actual data dump of your ECU, or you...

VFR1200F 2010-2011 ECU Reflash DIY. Free XDF. Interested? Here is how...]]> 7 1984 Honda VF500F, Fuel Joint Tubes Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:21:39 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/1984-honda-vf500f-fuel-joint-tubes.51518/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/1984-honda-vf500f-fuel-joint-tubes.51518/ invalid@example.com (J.Hatt) J.Hatt 1984 Honda VF500F, Fuel Joint Tube Help

I just bought a 84 VF500F. I've been stripping it down and fixing it up. The carburetor fuel joint tubes (part # 16047-KE7-003) were in real rough shape and needed replacing. I ordered a new set of tubes but one of the new tubes is slightly different from the old ones. One of the new tubes has a smaller Internal diameter then the other, is this supposed to be the case? My old ones both have the exact same ID size. If it's supposed to have a...

1984 Honda VF500F, Fuel Joint Tubes]]> 4 I Need Electrical Help for RC24 Sat, 14 Mar 2026 16:34:57 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/i-need-electrical-help-for-rc24.62821/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/i-need-electrical-help-for-rc24.62821/ invalid@example.com (Mr. Meshugana) Mr. Meshugana
I Need Electrical Help for RC24]]> 3 Spark Plug Removal 2014 800 Interceptor Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:57:55 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/spark-plug-removal-2014-800-interceptor.62822/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/spark-plug-removal-2014-800-interceptor.62822/ invalid@example.com (Rob S) Rob S 1 vfr800 cooling fan not coming on Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:22:23 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/vfr800-cooling-fan-not-coming-on.42076/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/vfr800-cooling-fan-not-coming-on.42076/ invalid@example.com (hughc62) hughc62 ]]> 32 2014 FI1 fuse keeps blowing Sun, 22 Feb 2026 20:56:55 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/2014-fi1-fuse-keeps-blowing.58344/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/2014-fi1-fuse-keeps-blowing.58344/ invalid@example.com (Economist) Economist My temp was in the 180 range, like usual at that point in my commute. I couldn’t smell any odd smells, and I wasn’t leaking any fluids.
I pulled off to the shoulder and tried to start...

2014 FI1 fuse keeps blowing]]> 17 RSV4 Engine tear down Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:17:19 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/rsv4-engine-tear-down.62789/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/rsv4-engine-tear-down.62789/ invalid@example.com (Thumbs) Thumbs

]]> 5 Finally found a source for electrical connectors Tue, 03 Feb 2026 23:45:23 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/finally-found-a-source-for-electrical-connectors.62778/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/finally-found-a-source-for-electrical-connectors.62778/ invalid@example.com (WabiSabi1) WabiSabi1
Finally found a source for electrical connectors]]> 1 DIY Stator - 6th Gen Mon, 26 Jan 2026 02:36:30 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/diy-stator-6th-gen.35458/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/diy-stator-6th-gen.35458/ invalid@example.com (Dudealicious) Dudealicious
DIY Stator - 6th Gen]]> 29 ULTIMATE RVF BUILD Sun, 04 Jan 2026 21:07:21 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/ultimate-rvf-build.62755/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/ultimate-rvf-build.62755/ invalid@example.com (Thumbs) Thumbs
]]> 1 5th gen info Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:47:03 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/5th-gen-info.62507/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/5th-gen-info.62507/ invalid@example.com (vfourbear) vfourbear
Long story.

Anyways, I pulled the tank and cleaned it, replaced the fuel pump and cleaned the injectors.

Due to it being a 27 year old bike the o-rings on the injectors did not like being disturbed so I decided to source new ones.

Turn out the injectors and their ancillary parts are the exact same as used in Civics and Acuras from the same time period and can be found at the local Honda parts...

5th gen info]]> 2 TEAM BIKE & THE 840 ENGINE Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:21:54 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/team-bike-the-840-engine.62747/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/team-bike-the-840-engine.62747/ invalid@example.com (Thumbs) Thumbs
View attachment 104725

A very simple solution that avoids the expense of running the RC30 motor

]]> Radiator cap replacement Mon, 29 Dec 2025 21:03:52 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/radiator-cap-replacement.62565/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/radiator-cap-replacement.62565/ invalid@example.com (BMWguy22) BMWguy22
While replacing my rad cap, I noticed the aftermarket one from the Honda shop is rated for 156kpa or 22psi.
I'm not sure if this is the same as stock, but I'm wondering if there's any harm in choosing a higher rated rad cap?

thanks in advance]]> 1 Can this 86' seat cowl be restored? Sat, 06 Dec 2025 00:11:03 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/can-this-86-seat-cowl-be-restored.62615/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/can-this-86-seat-cowl-be-restored.62615/ invalid@example.com (Low Flyer) Low Flyer
This seat cowl has a few surface deficiencies and because I cannot find a replacement, and probably never will find one, I think I'm stuck with this one. Therefore, I was wondering if it is possible to restore the finish. My wife tried wax and a little elbow grease, without success.


Can this 86' seat cowl be restored?]]> 6 Non-ethanol fuel Thu, 27 Nov 2025 14:46:54 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/non-ethanol-fuel.62570/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/non-ethanol-fuel.62570/ invalid@example.com (DPS) DPS
Since I don't ride as much I won't need to worry about the gas going 'sour' and having to use a stabilizer. I found a corner store a few miles from my home where I can buy it for $3.65/gallon. I'll also be using it in the lawn mower and pressure washer and the generator I bought in the event we lose power.

How many of you are using non-ethanol fuel?]]> 11 1994 VFR 750 ticking Sun, 23 Nov 2025 18:33:04 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/1994-vfr-750-ticking.61214/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/1994-vfr-750-ticking.61214/ invalid@example.com (Paneermeeuw) Paneermeeuw
I recently bought a 1994 VFR 750 with 67.000 kms on the clock. Unfortunately it had no service history, the owner claimed it had been done by his brother or brother-in-law over the years he owned it. However due to the bike's reputation of being bullet proof, it running fine and being cheap, I couldn't resist buying it.

First thing I did was change the oil, oil filter, air filter and fuel filter. After driving it a few times I noticed a very small ticking noise coming from the...

1994 VFR 750 ticking]]> 6 No spark, no fuel pump prime and no 12v to the black/white wire on the grey ECM connector SIXTH GEN Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:05:17 +0000 https://vfrworld.com/threads/no-spark-no-fuel-pump-prime-and-no-12v-to-the-black-white-wire-on-the-grey-ecm-connector-sixth-gen.62602/ https://vfrworld.com/threads/no-spark-no-fuel-pump-prime-and-no-12v-to-the-black-white-wire-on-the-grey-ecm-connector-sixth-gen.62602/ invalid@example.com (BrokeDownBikes) BrokeDownBikes
No spark, no fuel pump prime and no 12v to the black/white wire on the grey ECM connector SIXTH GEN]]> 7