2000 VFR Valve Stem - Get the right length

So I had the rear rim on my 2000 VFR powder coated and it looks fantastic. Previous owner had done a botched job of painting the rims yellow. When I got the rim back I had to decide where to get the tire installed and I chose a local custom bike builder as I thought he could do a great job and not damage the new finish. The last time I took a rim to the dealer it came back with scratches along the rim edge and did not want that again. Long and short was that they installed a shortie valve stem that apparently is just 1/8" too tall. The top of the cap hits the caliper on the way bye and after a long time trying to figure where the tire was leaking air, TAADDAA. Apparently the local motorcycle shop (Honda that is) will now have to take the tire off reinstall a new valve stem and reinstall and balance the tire. What a pain in the butt. I thought I would mention this so that no others suffer the same fate. Oh well, it's only money right!!!!! I'm sure Honda probably wants 50 bucks for the valve stem or something ridiculous.

 

JMO but if you're getting a new stem you might consider a 90 degree stem. I have them front and rear and they make checking tire pressure a breeze, the front especially.

 

Exact same thing happened to me. This is what you need.

1" Chrome Bolt-In Valve by Xtra Seal - part# 17-559-10

KC-10 FE out...
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Thanks for the advice, I think I will check tomorrow when I take the wheel in. Thank the stars for the single side swing arm. My four year old likes to help with all things bike related and he loves taking off the exhaust and undoing the lug nuts. Takes about three times as long with his help, but the smiles on his face when he gets to help are definitely worth the time.