You could try across the pond, sometimes they have NOS parts....... https://www.cmsnl.com/
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ODO shows full mileage (kms) but trip odo's show tenths.
I'd do what Captain 80's says. But, depends on gasket material. Some Yamaha gaskets are seemingly impregnated with graphite-like material, and...
I personally don't want a Vtec, seems the vast majority complained when it came out and ..... I like more linear power curves without on/off...
Awesome, but my first bike in 1970 was a used 1958 Norton 600 imported from England by my high school buddy.
I'll only comment on your two choices....... I'd get the 5th Gen. No problem with maintenance items.
I've had them a couple of years, got the yellow ones to match my paint.... got them here, you can contact them, order the colour you want and add...
Your caliper looks fine, just rinse it off, lol. Jeez!! I used a Galfer kit, worked fine for me..... had them make the brake and clutch hose 2"...
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Go ride a bit and see if you want to upgrade fork springs, etc... then change oil or rebuild or spring decisions can be made.
First you have to know if the battery is good, so best have it load tested. Second, I'd highly recommend a regulator upgrade and direct harness...
No idle adjuster is a problem. Starter valve sync in order, check spark plugs and spark plug boots for proper resistance. Might want to have a...
Plenty of good riding in SE Ohio...... I make the trip a couple of times a year.
Canajan Hondas had HISS too, but not my '99. Not sure about '00 and '01....
If you want a series r/r, try one from a Versys 1000 (2015-up) it's a SH866 in a smaller format (same size as a FH020).
It's in the other sandbox..... try this... https://www.vfrdiscussion.com/index.php?/files/file/166-vfr-800-1998-owners-manual/
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