Just Got Mine & Have a Few Questions...

My 99 VFR800 arrived today. My first VFR and first sport tourer. I have a couple of questions:
Where is the owner's manual and tool kit located. I assume under the seat, but how do I get in there?
With the O-Ring chain, I was told by someone that they should be cleaned but not lubricated. He suggested I use WD40 to clean the chain, and said that chain lube would cause the rubber orings to degrade.
Any answers to these 2 questions would be appreciated.
Keith

 

Hey Sebring. Glad it finally arrived for you to enjoy. The tool kit and owners manual are under the seat like you say. On my 93, I have to unlock the helmet lock, then behind the lock is a lever I pull to unlock the seat. I always lube my chain, o-ring or not an I use the Bel-ray Super Clean chain lube (or whatever its called) that goesd on white and doesnt fling off or flings very little.

 

Thanks, Reg and Vman. I picked up the bike at a truck top about 20 miles from here. His truck was too long to get into my neighborhood so I met him there.
My first ride and it was very impresive. Handling way more reponsive than I have experienced on other bikes; Acceleration was great; Seating position more comfortable than I expected; Got to get used to the close ration 6 speeds, but that's going to be easy; Sound is a little throatier than I am used to hearing from the in line 4 GSXR's, and I like it quite well. Thanks much. I expect to be posting more questions as I get into it. As for right now, am very happy. I appreciate the help. thanks
Keith

 

It took me a litle while before I was comfortable with how mine handled. I wasn't used to "sport-bike" handling and I must say I was a bit intimidated by it at first. But now I don't even think about it.