All good points, I'll agree. If I could add though, what is often left out when recommending the jump to a Second or Third Gen VFR is that...
On an interesting side note, I recently read Julian Ryder's book on the V4s (this is a great read if you don't have this on the library shelf...
Nice work on the Nighthawk S. I've always liked the styling of this model. In regard to the '86 VF500F, as much as I am a fan of this bike I...
Check out, Loctite C5-A. This is a copper based anti-seize.
JIS screws are far superior to Phillips (which really should be outlawed, IMO). You'll need a set of drivers for these - check out this link for...
+1 on the +1. Carefully slot the head with a Dremel and then turn out. Immediately after, toss any and all Phillips head screws and replace with...
5x5, look forward to hearing your report on the difference. Keep us posted!
Are you installing emulators & new springs? Look forward to seeing the progress! Please keep us posted.
And I have been saying 'Hop It 88' all this time!
Glad you enjoyed reading this. If you are looking for another great read, check out Julian Ryder's book Honda's V-Force. Lots of great info on...
Pingle makes a top notch product but unfortunately they do not offer a replacement petcock for the VF500F.
For reference a V4 layout with a 360° crankshaft (source: stjepantisljar, YouTube)...
A bit more intel on the 'droner' engine, a nicely done CAD model of a V4 cylinder layout with a 360° crankshaft (source: stjepantisljar, YouTube)...
Welcome Sean and congrats on your 'new' steed. The 500s are great bikes. As you may know there are caveats to owning one. Careful maintenance...
It's a good thing!
AirTECH '88 RS250 [IMG] [IMG] HONDA RS250, RS 250 fairings, bodywork, fairing, upper, lower, mid, seat side, race, street, fender, tail,...
Cap'n any chance you could post a few photos of the undercarriage & fasteners? The scale of this design fits the 500 really well. Thx!
If you do decide to attend a track school I would recommend upgrading the stock mono-shock as these were not the best even when they were new....
It is very nice looking, I agree. Captain 80s will need to provide the answer!
A Canadian accent?
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