I may be back, but it's doubtful. Nothing wrong with the VFR...fantastic bike mechanically, performance wise, maintenance wise....and on and on....
Sold the 2002 VFR ABS a couple of weeks ago. Bought this bike after decades riding various BMWs. It was a great bike, it did everything well....
Love that ride, especially this time of year.
I replaced my thermostat in March this year. My VFR is an 02 and I used an OEM part. It runs about 167 degrees on highway at 50 F
1/32 wire rope and cinch clamps work well on one bag. will test and see if a better solution exists.
it's a PITA VFR500....troublesome at least.
The rope saddlebag stays have unravelled with minimal use. They are now useless. Has anyone on here fixed this issue...wire rope maybe? Thanks...
Alone...for all the reasons stated above.
Those temps are good. Cooling system, working. I really doubt the air filter can be restricted.
What temps are you running? That is what my mpg problem was...a stuck thermostat. Also had a mouse nest in the air box!
I get around 40-MPG after replacing the (stuck half open) thermostat. It seems later model years get better MPG than the 2002/2003 years?
190 in stop and go and 225 (as long as the fans kick in) when stopped is about right IMO.
Update, Thermostat stuck half way open...replaced. Air box had mouse nest in it (previous owner lived on farm). Replaced air filter. Going for a...
Thanks all...will repost after installation.
After reading the posts I began monitoring the temp. Seems like i need a new thermostat. Ran cold today below 167 and on the freeway...
What are your wintertime engine temps around town/highway in the northern climes ? Around town for me at 40F the bike wants to run at 160...
As long as you are using Amsol 10W 90 it does not matter .
Not bad pricing by Honda at all considering a the 2002 Honda Interceptor pricing. Suggested retail price: $9999 ($10,999 for ABS version)...
Same here in my town with all the Japanese bike dealers. Now the BMW Ducati dealership is top notch and knows how to treat customers. That is...
Yep it is coming. White and Red don't ya know.
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