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  1. Terry Smith
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    98-01 suspension adjustment

    I've been going through the process of suspension upgrades this year. New tyres are always the best place to start and restore a lot of confidence...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Oct 13, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    New but old

    I suspect you'll find that there is a bit of threadlock that is stopping the bolt coming out easily, but it won't take much force to overcome...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Oct 13, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Front Fork Length - Does anyone know

    Yikes! Glad you asked for clarification. I just remeasured with the wheel off the deck, and get an accurate 767mm between the top of the tube and...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Oct 4, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Front Fork Length - Does anyone know

    Hi Mike Not an easy thing to measure on the bike, but I got around 605mm on mine. Could be off by +/-5mm as I was unable to get a straight line...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Sep 30, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Clock and trip unexplained reset

    Hi Kevin I'm also new to my 99 VFR which I got earlier this year. I have had this happen twice now, both times the reset happened during a...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Sep 28, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Suspension upgrade recommendations / Shop in Los Angeles, Cerritos area

    I completed my front suspension upgrade last week, using parts supplied by Daugherty Motorsport. I was going to hold out for the adjustable fork...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Sep 18, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Slow degradation in fuel economy (5th gen)

    Sad to say I saw no change from using Sea Foam in my bike. Fuel economy stayed at around 33mpg over a number of tanks. I've now fitted a new fuel...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Sep 14, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Rattling/Buzzing noise from front fairing

    Mranes' post referred to the sound that the solenoid by the airbox makes at idle. This is an on/off noise (I also thought it sounded like...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Sep 11, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Worn clutch or old oil?

    Ha ha! I also purchased a brand new VF500F way back when! Glad I'm not the only old fart here.
    Post by: Terry Smith, Sep 10, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Worn clutch or old oil?

    I also have to move my foot up off the peg to downshift; would be great to have a finely adjustable shift lever as it is just a bit high as...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Sep 8, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Worn clutch or old oil?

    I had the same thing and solved it with a FactoryPro Shift Star kit. This makes for much more positive engagement of the gears, and makes a sloppy...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Sep 8, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Super Long lasting tires?

    Not sure that I should join this party, I could be way too straight! I'm running Metzeler Z8s and they're 80% done for after about 5000km. 95% of...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Sep 7, 2014 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    New VFR Owner! Guess why I'm here...

    Sorry to hear of your electrical woe Xipher. I just installed a voltmeter on my 98 a couple of weeks back; here's what I did. I fitted a...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Sep 6, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Brake Pads - Recommendations

    I agree with all the recommendations for the EBC HH pads. I recently pulled some of these out half worn, and replaced them with some OEM parts....
    Post by: Terry Smith, Sep 1, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Braking problems - vibrations in handlebars

    Here's the link I was thinking of, regarding truing up a warped rotor. A lot more scientific than whacking a rotor, there's graphs and everything!...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Aug 21, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Braking problems - vibrations in handlebars

    Hi Vranak, glad that your problems are solved. Just as an aside, I read a while back (either here or VFRD, can't find the link right now) about a...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Aug 21, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    VFR800 10 Year Refresh Part Déux

    I believe the simplest way to de-link the back end is to join both of the rear calliper hoses together at the rear master cylinder banjo bolt. I...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Aug 19, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Slow degradation in fuel economy (5th gen)

    So I followed John's lead and dumped a full 16oz can of Sea Foam into a full tank. I then rode for 200 km and refueled. Allowing for the volume of...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Aug 17, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Slow degradation in fuel economy (5th gen)

    I was hoping the thermostat was my problem too, but I have replaced that (the old one was knackered) with no change to the fuel consumption. I'll...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Aug 12, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Slow degradation in fuel economy (5th gen)

    Thanks for posting this John. I've ordered up a bottle of Sea Foam and will replicate your procedure and hope for the same results. Currently...
    Post by: Terry Smith, Aug 11, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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