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    suspension settings...knowledge needed

    I'm 210 lbs. on a stock '98 vfr I dont have the cornering clearance that I used to on a stock '86 - '87 vfr. Can I raise the rear ride height? how...
    Post by: Gary_Fulmer, Oct 28, 2003 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    aftermarket seats

    Thanks for the input. I currently have a Corbin seat that has been built with the rear lip portion 2" forward of the normal location to...
    Post by: Gary_Fulmer, Oct 28, 2003 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    aftermarket seats

    Anyone have any recommendations on aftermarket seats?
    Thread by: Gary_Fulmer, Oct 16, 2003, 6 replies, in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Electrical trouble...is it the battery?

    I think a voltmeter installed on the bike would be great. Anyone know where I could get a really small one (about 1" in dia.) that covers the...
    Post by: Gary_Fulmer, Oct 8, 2003 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Good tires for first gen. VFRs

    Try the new Dunlop GT 501 in the stock size. They are an improvement over the old k591 tires and are inexpensive to boot.
    Post by: Gary_Fulmer, Sep 27, 2003 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    R/R gone on -86/87 VFR?

    Yes, the '86-87 vfr's also suffer from r/r failures. Check voltage readings with engine running as per instructions in a service manual. If the...
    Post by: Gary_Fulmer, Sep 26, 2003 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    Electrical trouble...is it the battery?

    get a volt/ohm meter and check the battery,s voltage before starting bike (should be btw. 12.6 and 13.2) then check when engine running ( should...
    Post by: Gary_Fulmer, Sep 25, 2003 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Adjusting Steering Head Bearings

    Stock steering head bearings are ball bearings top and bottom. Best to replace them with tapered roller bearings. They are available mail order...
    Post by: Gary_Fulmer, Sep 25, 2003 in forum: Mechanics Garage