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    Blackbird

    Not sure how the seller comes across as arrogant asshole. He has good pictures of the bike, detailed description of work done. He says he is not...
    Post by: tanrush, Dec 21, 2015 in forum: Anything Goes
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    Seeking replacement mirrors with longer reach for 99 VFR

    Go to www.Burkhartcycle.com and they have the spacers for the 5th Generation, price is 23.00 plus shipping.
    Post by: tanrush, Apr 1, 2015 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Thinking about trading the VFR for a Blackbird

    Wow, I guess I should give an update since I started this topic. The more I rode with guys on faster bikes the more I wanted what they had, not...
    Post by: tanrush, Feb 11, 2015 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    New 5th Gen owner (1 month) and slower than a small truck?

    BlueGrowler, When I had my 5th Gen VFR I alway thought it turned slow and was heavy, it was probably just me. When I got my Blackbird the entire...
    Post by: tanrush, Jan 5, 2015 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Power Commander on a 5th gen

    Made my 2001 much easier to handle at low speeds, smoothed out the low speed jerkiness. That alone was enough for me.
    Post by: tanrush, Jul 6, 2014 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Inexpensive horn upgrade

    Mine came in the mail yesterday, installed it this morning before my ride. Car tries to pull out in front on me and I blasted her. She got the...
    Post by: tanrush, May 24, 2014 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Bent forks or misaligned

    Take the forks off to inspect them, change the fork oil why you are at it, assuming they are straight and not bent. Replace your front axle, 30...
    Post by: tanrush, May 4, 2014 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    F4 / F4i front wheel conversion question for a 5th gen bike

    Do a quick search on ebay to see what the wheels look like. First, the F4 (1999-2000)(#44650-MBW-670) and the F4i's (2001-2006) (#44650-MBW A10...
    Post by: tanrush, Apr 2, 2014 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    The end of the road for my beloved VFR

    I am sorry to hear about your painful and scary wreck. Best wishes on a speedy recovery and it is great to see that you are going to overcome...
    Post by: tanrush, Feb 24, 2014 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Clock reset - Electrical issue?

    Pilskin, No disrespect taken. When this is over and done with, my money is still on the battery. At the first hint of battery trouble I am quick...
    Post by: tanrush, Feb 17, 2014 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    Clock reset - Electrical issue?

    Buy a 35.00 battery on ebay and rule out the battery. Every time (twice) I have clock resetting issues it has been the battery. Do it before you...
    Post by: tanrush, Feb 17, 2014 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    Sargent seat does not latch easily

    This is not a big deal. Take a couple metal washers and shim the locking mechanism to make it just a bit longer. It doesn't matter what the seat...
    Post by: tanrush, Feb 12, 2014 in forum: Gear & Accessories
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    2001 '800FI-Y hesitates upon acceleration, then clears and goes like a train :)

    Get a power commander III and it will smooth out all the low end problems. I had the same problem on my 01 and it cured all my issues.
    Post by: tanrush, Dec 21, 2013 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    Midpipe, What size is my pipe?

    I took it off the bike before I sold it. It wouldn't fit on my Blackbird so it for sale. I paid 150.00 after having a crapping one made at the...
    Post by: tanrush, Nov 26, 2013 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    Midpipe, What size is my pipe?

    I have a 5th gen high mount midpipe for sale 125.00 shipped in the us. Check out close up pictures (picture #2) of the mid pipe in my Photo Gallery.
    Post by: tanrush, Nov 25, 2013 in forum: Mechanics Garage