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    Mirror upgrade for 1998 using 20/21

    Mine do[ATTACH] Tight bolt?
    Post by: tirso, Apr 15, 2024 at 1:07 PM in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    New parts for the CB-1

    Excellent work, bike looks perfect! Had similar mirrors made by Napoleon (JP) on my CB-1 back in mid 90's. They fit the bike well. Look forward to...
    Post by: tirso, Mar 25, 2024 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Abba 5th Gen Superbike Stand

    For the right side pin, red bearing grease (Mobil 1) creates enough suction to keep the pin in place as I load/unload the bike. Though for the...
    Post by: tirso, Feb 2, 2024 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Abba 5th Gen Superbike Stand

    Yes, that's the same one I have. As they told me, "the fin should go all the way in until it hits the large taper" One thing I did was used 3M...
    Post by: tirso, Jan 31, 2024 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Abba 5th Gen Superbike Stand

    3 Years ago had the same issue with my stand. Kit 021 which they assigned to 5th Gen's does not have the correct pin. They said I was the first...
    Post by: tirso, Jan 21, 2024 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    VFR 800 FI 1998 Rear Brake Seizing On

    A couple of links from the other forum that may help. I don't have a linked system on my 5th Gen, can't really help with answers beyond the links...
    Post by: tirso, Dec 24, 2023 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    New parts for the CB-1

    Thanks for the message. Nice score on the covers. Thanks for the Duplicolor suggestion. I've been using VHT Pearl Black for 5th gen valve and...
    Post by: tirso, Nov 13, 2023 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    New parts for the CB-1

    What a bike, excellent attention to detail. Did you paint the engine case? If so please share the process/colors used.
    Post by: tirso, Nov 13, 2023 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Wanted Taillight Assembly for 5th Gen

    another option: [ATTACH]
    Post by: tirso, Oct 17, 2022 in forum: Classifieds
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    Mirror upgrade for 1998 using 20/21

    Thats right. Forgot to mention the rubber base and bolts. Though, I did not use the Honda bolts. From my local hadware store, I purchased button...
    Post by: tirso, Aug 22, 2022 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Mirror upgrade for 1998 using 20/21

    50mm center to center on my '99 with Emgo mirrors, you're good.
    Post by: tirso, Jul 13, 2022 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Mirror upgrade for 1998 using 20/21

    I've been using EMGO's '00-'01 mirrors on my '99 for three years and are still perfect. EMGO OEM Replacement Mirror for 00-01 Honda VFR800FI Left...
    Post by: tirso, Jul 7, 2022 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Re-Powder Coating Rims

    What he said. Here's an fyi example of a company that handles cars, bikes, motorcycles, airplanes and other industrial applications....
    Post by: tirso, Feb 13, 2022 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    Will 6th Generation brake calipers fit on 5th Generation VFR800

    Post by: tirso, Feb 11, 2022 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Will 6th Generation brake calipers fit on 5th Generation VFR800

    I'm a 5th Gen owner ('99) with a delinked system (SuperHawk forks 954 brakes with Ducati 848 rear wheel/hub/brake) and I think all 6th Gen front...
    Post by: tirso, Feb 10, 2022 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001