You must have worked on really old bikes! Everything in the modern era has oil throughout the engine. The engine, gearbox, cutch, etc are all...
Let's not forget that your rear ride height is lower now than stock. The wheel/tire is a big improvement but the lower ride height is affecting...
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A VF500R is a rare beast indeed! Sorry, I just couldn't help myself. There are tons and tons of photos here: VF500F - Google Images
Yeah, they are decent machines. I felt the same way when I first got my 1098. Now I'm kind of like "why didn't that tire spin coming out of that...
I believe it's now time to make the call, this thread is officially.... THREAD JACKED :ninja:
That's sounds like the problem with the swingarm casting I mentioned previously. You might try checking to see how the bracket fits in that tab...
Don't forget the opening of the exhaust valve! Both have overlap which hurts efficiency. It boosts overall performance but at the expense of...
I've heard "hard riding" mentioned a couple of times in this thread. I've find this to make a very minimal impact in fuel mileage. We are...
I don't know, that's why I was suggesting that you check it!
Yep, it doesn't take much to kill the mileage of the 500. Something seemingly minor is all that it takes. Another clue. Bikes that sit a lot...
DKC, you've applied something in the wrong place I fear. What you are referring to is the equation AFTER the gas mixture is ignited and the...
Correct. One is a slider pin that threads into the caliper itself. If it's moving side to side then I'd check that the slider pin is moving...
It's not uncommon to have a little 'flexing' if you will. It should not be pronounced movement, you should almost have to feel it with your hands...
I don't think it's much of a mystery - a good thorough carb rebuild should do the trick. While you are at it, making sure other items, such as...
I hear you, I don't like how the 500's burn away at cruising speeds either. I'd run a 16t front and either a 43t or 42t rear (the latter probably...
If you check out my site here http://www.daughertymotorsports.com/v4section.html#wheelswap , I show the recommended gearing is 16/44. That means...
Actually, it's the compression ratio times atmospheric pressure minus atmospheric pressure (14.7psi). So, for 11:1 it's 11*14.7-14.7 = 147psi....
That's normal. As long as your chain is in good condition you will be just fine. They should be fine. The brake hose should be positioned...
Yeah, I saw your comments on this on the V4HondaBBS. The ZX forks are pretty short but with a custom offset triple clamp set you could make these...
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