:biggrin: I managed to rejuvenate the boots with wintergreen oil. The carbs were ready to go. I was considering a few new fairing panels...but...
Forgot to update this. The old Vif is gone. I'm back down to one single machine now, the '95 VFR. One is never enough...I'm bound to rescue...
I did something geeky today to the viffer. Check it out: See anything odd? [IMG] That connects to this: [IMG] Then it looks like this: [IMG] I...
They are tremendous bikes, aren't they? Once I get some adjustable bars on mine, it'll be perfect. Then I'll have to start looking for a parts...
Those are all excellent tips, I'm filing them away for future reference. Welding is best for structural repairs like bolt holes and tabs, but if...
The relay doesn't burn the fuse, it's just from the wiring connector getting a bit dirty. I know it sounds hard to believe, but all these Hondas...
I'd splice the three yellow wires anywhere that's convenient, although I'd recommend a connector. Those WeatherPacks or MetriPacks connectors are...
LEDs put out so little heat that you won't need to worry about any melting. I've heard those 5050 type SMDs are bright...they may be too...
I've never upgraded a shock, but I've heard that you can't do much better than have JD build you a shock. Here's a good thread. Enjoy! Not to...
I'd absolutely buy it! Great bike. My 4th gen has no handling quirks that I can think of, other than a good chance of a speeding ticket.
They do seem to be very reliable bikes. The rectifier/regulators were the only significant problem I'm aware of, but that can be upgraded with...
I was going to swap in a VF500 or VF1100s center stand, but I sold the bike. With a little machining it looks like it'd work. IIRC the retracting...
Nice build! I like it. I'm not sure removing 20% of the bike can figuratively be called a "build", but I digress... I'd recommend something...
Wish I needed it; always seems a shame to scrap useful stuff. But what can you do if there's no interest? If they're anything like the older V4...
I hereby nominate this thread for best intro ever. Welcome to the site, here's hoping you post the rest of this resto-modded R you have...
I always remove the pilot screws (and washer/o-ring/spring) to clean carbs. I never replace the plugs...but I've only seen them installed once out...
Those little springs do sound very familiar. I think it fits between the throttle shaft adjuster plates between the pairs of carbs. Should be two...
I'll add my $0.02 - I've mounted radials on several older bikes that were never intended for them, and always in slightly larger sizes. They made...
Sweet! Thanks for the updates. I'll be considering one myself when my current battery bites the dust.
That's a great looking machine! You did well. The carbs aren't really that bad to overhaul. New seal and fastener kits are avaliable. Pull them...
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