Galfer makes brakes. I'll have to keep an eye out for dust under the bag pads when I go on trips. Thanks for the heads up. -Jake
IMO I wouldn't bother with synthetic but that's up to you, your preferences, and your wallet. There is much debate as to whether you should switch...
I use NAPA (same as Valvoline) 10w-40 in my VF500 (and older bikes in general). You can use car oil in your motorcycle with no ill effects but...
Do you mean gaffer's tape? Gaff tape is good stuff. I used the piss out of it when I worked as a Sound Engineer. Easy to use and leaves no...
I haven't ridden two-up with my Nelson-Rigg saddle bags but I don't see why you couldn't. You may want to consider running the straps under the...
^This (although I should change it to "If I say what I'm thinking, I will get banned"). +Infinity -Jake
I would very much like to see this when you are done. Glad to hear it's working great for you. -Jake
Blown fuse? I haven't looked at a wiring diagram to see if they are on a different circuit for some reason. Generally they are not but it's worth...
Donald that looks amazing. You are seriously one hell of a fabricator. Keep up the good work brother. -Jake
I'm pretty sure all my wrenches are 3/8". If I have to go up to 1/2" it's because that's what's handy and I have an adapter for that. -Jake
I can't tell you but if you go here you can download the manual and then you'll know. -Jake
In my experience wider tires are less stable because the profile is being distorted to fit the narrower rim. -Jake
Heal up fast brother. When you're ready to ride again and if you still want a VF500 I may have something for you ;). -Jake
Stock sizes brother! "Upgrading" the tire, in most cases, adversely affects the handling characteristics of the bike (which are pretty awesome to...
Looks like you don't use the same battery as the 5th Gens (not sure what's different, probably dimensions) but I only paid $50 (w/ core exchange)...
Uhhh...rims don't come with tires... -Jake
Let me know if you'll be coming through Klamath. We can meet up and join you for a ways or give you a place to crash before heading back to Reno....
No states that I know of have an online VIN search tool. Your best bet is to call your state's DMV with the VIN and plate number if you have it....
Are they in good shape? If so I'd be interested in getting them from you. -Jake
CarFax doesn't do motorcycles. <-Clicky -Jake
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