My first VFR project - Full refurb - RC24 1987

Hi all. I would like to share the start of my journey with this refurb project of mine.
Object: Honda VFR RC24 1987 (40k km on the clock)

The motorcycle was not used for a number of years. It was more than likely standing outside (so rain, UV rays etc. were constantly degrading it condition even further). Nonetheless, I have decided to buy it, save it from being taken apart for spare parts.

Here's are some initial pictures from the ad:

 

and here's the first pictures after it was delivered to my place:

 

Nice, plenty to do, get some toothpaste on the headlight and screen to polish those up


VF1000F2F, in bits

 

Bad points:
- no key (as it's still in the hands of its original owner - Netherlands. But... the key is already on it's way)
- missing two front exhaust headers (rear ones are in place)
- missing exhaust can (I have already bought the one from pictures - Laser exhaust SS as it was sold separately)
- broken off front wheel valve (no air)
- general condition (well... at first glance, it definitely has seen better days, some plastics are broken etc.)
- there's a dent in the tank RHS front
- clutch seems not working properly (leaver very soft)
- front suspension rubber caps are fucked, some rust marks on the outside lip. The surface of the fork itself (chromed element) is good, so there's hope for a refurb job on those at this stage.

Basically many parts require a slight refurb job. Not all the panels are great but will try to save what I can.

There's plenty more photos to come as for today, the bike is almost completely stripped. Will keep you posted guys on the project.

 

thank you mate. Yeah... definitely plenty to do here what about your VF? what's your plan for it? all original? do you have a post with your build? Share the link if so.

 

A bit of info here

Attempted VF1000F2 resurrection
https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink/to...urrection.58510/&share_type=t&link_source=app


VF1000F2F, in bits