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    86-87 Fairing Clip Replacement - Where to Find Them??

    No joy with the fleaBay part ? Thought you would have more joy in US as, unlike the rest of the world, these fairings remained in production for...
    Post by: 50th VFR, Dec 24, 2023 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Newbie

    Welcome to the Forum. Enjoy VFR ownership. Re bike at 17 years old check condition of fluids - brake, clutch & coolant. Also check SMC (master...
    Post by: 50th VFR, Dec 20, 2023 in forum: Introductions
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    Broken seat key latch

    Yes just looked at owners manual. Completely different to my VFR750 and VFR800Fi Hopefully someone will be along soon with knowledge of these...
    Post by: 50th VFR, Dec 10, 2023 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Broken seat key latch

    You don't say which generation but on all the gear driven cam bikes (86-01) the seat latch is released via a cable. Check you can still get a...
    Post by: 50th VFR, Dec 10, 2023 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Air horn?

    You don't say which VFR but the most common one fitted to bikes is the Nautilus Compact. If you have more room the the standard Nautilus is an...
    Post by: 50th VFR, Dec 10, 2023 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Hello from Spain

    Welcome from Scotland. Bike will be worth effort and work when it is finished.
    Post by: 50th VFR, Nov 16, 2023 in forum: Introductions
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    Greetings from north shore, MA

    Welcome to. 5th Gen ownership. Great bikes - the last of the gear driven cam VFRs
    Post by: 50th VFR, Nov 15, 2023 in forum: Introductions
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    Greetings from Black Hills, S.D.

    Welcome from Scotland
    Post by: 50th VFR, Nov 15, 2023 in forum: Introductions
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    Getting gifted a VERY low mile bike that hasn't been rode in years

    Don't assume low mileage equals no regulator / rectifier issues. Fixed one recently that had just over 6,000 miles on clock.
    Post by: 50th VFR, Nov 11, 2023 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Fastest way to change the oil filter

    Remember all cross head screws on Honda's are JIS and not Philips or Pozi. Invest in a No1 and No2 JIS screwdrivers, you will have much more...
    Post by: 50th VFR, Nov 10, 2023 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Getting gifted a VERY low mile bike that hasn't been rode in years

    Attached very comprehensive list, is for ST1300 but 95% applies to VFR800. As a MINIMUM Flush all brake lines and check SMC operation. Check all...
    Post by: 50th VFR, Nov 10, 2023 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Bike for Sale 1990 VFR 750 for sale $2500 for parts or repair BILL OF SALE ONLY!

    What a waste of a very nice motorcycle.
    Post by: 50th VFR, Oct 29, 2023 in forum: Classifieds
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    Alternative headlight units?

    Tried Breaking Point in Aberdeen. Fould them very helpful in past. http://www.breakingpoint.co.uk/
    Post by: 50th VFR, Sep 13, 2023 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Voltage R/R Reliability?

    Found a timer switch on trickle charger supply and only charging for a couple of hours a day extends battery life, especially for non sealed...
    Post by: 50th VFR, Sep 6, 2023 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    franken cowl bolt

    Yes 1990 - 2000 were bad years for VFR regulator/rectifier issues.
    Post by: 50th VFR, Aug 31, 2023 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001