"out of line and uncalled for," well yes...... but what about my litmus test for a dealership?? you think that's fair or unfair??
disclaimer: i have no engineering degree........however i do believe it might be possible to damage the pistons/valves because of excessively lean...
Strange problem...... Did you check and set the float heights/fuel levels?? If you're into some experimentation, lower the fuel levels...
if you want to try degreasing your brakes, use brakeclean spray, sandpaper, and take special care to spray out the rotor holes cuz that's where...
IF you are from Westchester you might not care about being ripped off by an overcharging dealer because overcharging and rip-offs is what you got...
the service manual has clearly illustrated lubrication system flow diagrams, so start studying there.
A cautionary note: hard-soled boots or shoes are best for this operation as bottom of foot is highly stressed to raise bike, and soft shoes can...
by far the most common failure item is the thermoswitch (sensor)that kicks on the fan.....go to left side of radiator and pull off the one wire...
Not a good idea and not even practical on the VFR because the airbox assembly holds the carbs together as a unit.
Just toss it in the dustbin...it's not from your VFR
"Performance"....,.how would u define that?? It DOES lower the front end and quicken turn-in.....
SO ....what i presume you meant but stated ambiguously is that you raised your forks and therefore lowered your front end ?? I'm doin' minus...
examine the upper and lower bushings while you're in there. on old, high-mile bikes a worn upper bushing can cause an oil leak.
you need to re-gear: going -1 at front sprocket and +2 or + 3 at rear would give u what u want.......
SINCE Honda won't... your only choice is to find a reliable salvage yard to sell you the parts u need.
sidestand switch or neutral switch or bad ground is shutting off your fun...
JEEEEEZUS!! read you blinkin' owners' manual gentlemen !!
WELL, you jumped into the deep end first. That is one challenging road! Lots of blind turns, no guardrails, sand and gravel expected at...
YES, you can leave them off; they're mostly extra insurance that the pins don't fall out....
I recently got a new rear sprocket for my Hawk from Vortex, and the 6 bolt holes were drilled too small.....quality control is sporadic.
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