Wow, quite a dramatic overheating issue. My first reaction is a radiator cap. It seems as soon as there is some pressure build up the cap can't...
You'll have to read up on the link brake function to understand how it works. Down load a copy of the maintenance manual if you haven't done that...
You got a great deal on a really clean, low mileage, bike! Congratulations! Hopefully, with the age, the oil has been changed more than that! I'm...
So I had an off-idle stumble show up after I did the flapper mod. I reverted back to standard configuration and stumble was gone. Engine seems to...
So, don't take this as totally negative - it's just a concern. The standard OEM front sprocket has "rubber" noise "bumpers" molded to each side....
I've heard that Canada is real expensive for bike insurance. Doesn't seem fair.
Just a comment... That indicated temp on the dash is from a sensor in a head and not from the switch that turns on the fan so those two things...
Hahahahahaha I thought this reply was hilarious! Thanks - you made my morning! My only constructive comment is to re-state my advice - don't...
This is a good and practical suggestion! The pedal was bent once and didn't break. It will probably bend back and still not break or crack. I...
Actually I think the 5th gen VFR as it sits w/ the std 17/43 F/R arrangement is horsepower constrained. At 11,000 RPM it's geared to hit 160 mph...
To the best of my knowledge, DOT 5 should only be used in brake systems designed for silicone fluids. The issue is compatibility with seals,...
I'd be concerned if the fan kicking on causes you to smell raw gas. I'd suggest propping up the tank and taking off the air box while the engine...
Great looking bike! I tried to buy an 07 last year and couldn't find any. As a suggestion - I think you'd have better luck in this forum in the...
Intermittent contact within the kill switch (or the side stand switch) will shut the engine down but this could occur in any operating condition...
Based on gearing calculations, using a standard 180/55 tire diameter of 24.9" and with std. 16F/43R sprockets, a gen 6 at 4000 RPM will be going...
So I'm thinking you have air in the clutch hydraulic system and you need to bleed it... This is the optimistic solution.
Stosh, That was a great series of posts to help explain (to us simpletons...) how the flapper system works and why you need it. Seriously - it was...
Well said! Thanks!
Every bike is different... But i'm in the camp that says "new & thicker oil shifts better". It would be an easy test if you'd just change the oil...
Wow, clean bike! It looks great. Makes me want to give mine a bath... If you smell antifreeze again after a ride then there may be more clamps to...
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