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    Helmet recommendations?

    If you discount Chinese brands - which degrade rapidly and rarely gain a decent Snell rating - all the big name brands could suit you. BUT the...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Apr 13, 2025 in forum: Gear & Accessories
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    VFRWorld Rider Rescue

    There are loads of happy motorbike riders in South Africa - but obviously the sensible approach is to plan any visit with local help. If you have...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Feb 1, 2025 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Bags or Panniers for 2014 VFR800

    Just in case anyone is looking for OEM luggage for an 8th Gen - there is a full set of Silver OEM luggage just popped up for sale on the french...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Jan 5, 2025 in forum: 8th Generation 2014-Present
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    Buyer's guide

    Stevie - Have no doubt the 6th gen models were great to ride and could indeed cover huge mileages but they had one serious flaw - the charging...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Dec 22, 2024 in forum: 8th Generation 2014-Present
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    Old member, new bike.

    Buy another garage?
    Post by: skimad4x4, Nov 7, 2024 in forum: Introductions
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    Hard to Start, 2007 VFR800 non ABS

    Can you hear the fuel pump fully complete its priming cycle when you first turn the key to the ignition ON position? I soon learned my 2006 would...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Oct 4, 2024 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    Bike running fine, then the engine cut out and there was a poof of smoke

    Hmm - Your mention of the need to "replace blown low beam bulbs" rather suggests you have an issue with your RR and possibly other electrical...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Oct 4, 2024 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    Greetings from the SF Bay

    Hi Tarik and Welcome to the Madhouse:Welcome: Kudos for adding a photo of your VFR with your first post and extra for choosing a red one - which...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Sep 25, 2024 in forum: Introductions
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    You dropped it how many time!

    Doh Doh Doh. I really should put down that voodoo doll... You can probably find EMGO mirrors for 5th and 6th gen VFRs on sale on Amazon and...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Sep 25, 2024 in forum: Anything Goes
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    Hello from England

    Hi Ian and Welcome to the forum.:Welcome: If you are looking for parts for any grey import bike then perhaps consider adding a wanted posts in...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Sep 6, 2024 in forum: Introductions
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    VFR 2003 ABS Problem

    Hi and Welcome to the Madhouse:Welcome: When you get time please swing by the introductions section and say hello to the rest of the folks on...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Sep 3, 2024 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    Hi from Italy

    Hi and Welcome to the Madhouse from the French side of the Alps.:Welcome: Kudos for including photos with your first post and I love the subtle...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Aug 25, 2024 in forum: Introductions
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    Hola from Spain!

    ATGATT = All The Gear All The Time. You get one go at life, so whenever you ride a motorbike always wear decent riding gear just in case. Your...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Aug 22, 2024 in forum: Introductions
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    Wanted WTB Left or Right panel for 6th gen

    Is this what you are looking for? Hate to think what shipping and taxes will add......
    Post by: skimad4x4, Aug 16, 2024 in forum: Classifieds
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    When did 2014 fairings and windscreen get discontinued?

    Good question - The first 8th Gens are already 10 years old so perhaps now is the time to plan ahead. Officially vehicle suppliers in the USA are...
    Post by: skimad4x4, Aug 15, 2024 in forum: 8th Generation 2014-Present