SM is definitely the Svengali of the VF500F world! Look away, look away!
I about fell out of my chair when I read this. I haven't heard this expression before. This puts a new spin on 'If you aren't blowing up an...
Please please please purchase a VF500F project bike! ;-) (Photo is the cat's pajamas, btw.)
Good to know that Carrillo will fabricate a set but I agree the price point is up there. I know of one other owner who has a set for his 500. He...
A very impressive list! If you don't mind me asking, did Carrillo confirm that they will make a set of rods for the '86 VF500F? I know they...
Sounds like a fun build! If I could ask, are Megacycle Cams, KPMI valve springs and Carrillo Rods on this project's clipboard?
I don't have any information on this and I haven't read of someone successfully boring a VF500F engine to 600cc. It may be possible, though I...
Valve springs and cams are great upgrades but I believe boring the engine to 600cc is not feasible, unless you know otherwise. I've attached a...
Thanks Matt. I think others are a few classes ahead of me on this! I've been gathering intel as part of a goal of creating a library for VF500F...
Thanks for the post. Would you recommned switching a stock '84/'85 V500F to 15/43 then? On a Dyno note: for reference, I have superimposed the...
If I could place a request, if you have a chance to take few photos along the way this would be a great library source for other VF500F owners...
I have a hunch this change is part of a larger picture which includes changes to the cam profile, carb bore and the bike's redline.
hear, hear!
The rear tire size (diameter) factors into the equation when switching to a 17" rear rim.
IIRC the stock sprockets on the '86 are 15F/43R (it is 15F/44R on the '84 and '85). Things change up a bit with a 17" CBR600F2 wheel conversion...
Good luck with the install! Have fun and let us know how you make out.
Good deal on the Battery Tender Plus. AGMs should be available up in the land of milk and honey. If you are having trouble sourcing this please...
More info please! What upgrades need to be installed to reach these HP numbers?
For reference I've added the FSM cam install instructions. The VF500F has a 360 degree crank. The 1 & 3 cylinders will be TDC at the same time....
[IMG] Thanks for the post. Looks like, from the photos, that the rods are in good shape. I'm curious to see what you find after you check the...
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