new member from south wales

Strangely the video which I have just seen does seem to exhibit out of the norm symptoms for a classic charging system issue. So it may be something else possibly linked to the installation of any aftermarket add-ons like those non standard heated grips. That is why doing the drill is such an important diagnostic tool. If the results come up clear you can look elsewhere, and won't be replacing perfectly good components. Sadly the electrics is something Honda buy in - so whilst the mechanics are amazingly robust - electrical gremlins can impose an unwelcome pause to your fun.

Back to that video - that growling noise from the clocks sounds familiar but I can't remember when/how I encountered it - I think it happened when I had the fairing off to add heated grips and failed to properly refit the connector on the instruments. It looks like there is something weird with the headlights - if its a stock UK model the dipped beam headlights should surely go off when the ignition is turned off. So I'd be tempted to check the switchgear and earthing points.

Good luck



Skimad

 

The heated grip ain't connected. The light do go off when ignition is turned off. The side lights and all indicator come on when ignition is turned on ready to push start button. But main light don't come on.

 

I FIXED IT. a loose connection with this yellow block under the right front pannel

 

Glad you solved the problem with minimal damage to your wallet! :smileyfb:

Now get out on your VFR and enjoy what's left of the summer.




SkiMad

 

what tyre do people find the best with the vfr. mine has nearly new contimotions, i'm not fussed on them, don't have the grip i like. i had michelin PR3 on the bandit and i loved them so much grip and life and before on my tdm i had Road attacks grip was great but life short. View attachment 28479 View attachment 28480 View attachment 28481 View attachment 28482 View attachment 28483 View attachment 28484

before you ask the duck is a bike mascot and goes everywhere and even has its own facebook account and friends lol.

 

There's been a few posts lately on tires, or tyres. Not that there's anything wrong with asking for some opinions, but tires and oil are always just that: threads on tires and oil and everyones opinion. I don't recall ever hearing anything bad on the PR3, but I'm sure somebody, somewhere will say so. Or that you can by Conti's for half the price. or this or that. Whatever.

So research away on this forum (see topic right - search), or go with what you like. PR3s.

 

+1 Pliskin.

Discussions on Tyres(tires) are a bit like asking which brand of oil is best or which helmet is the best - there will never be agreement!

If you are not happy with the Conti's then I can only suggest that before you pay out for something else, you stop and make an honest assessment of what you are really likely to use the bike for? and what it is you want out of the tyres? Then let that guide your decision.

If you are a track day junkie and really use your tyres, then opt for super sticky tyres which will be dead well within 2,000 miles. If you are just using it to commute to work and want to keep running costs low then look for a really high mileage tyre - but accept they won't corner anywhere near as fast and may be pretty nervous in rain. If you do big fast miles - then look for a sport touring 2CT/3CT tyre (2 or 3 compound layers tyres). These tend to be more expensive but combine a hard wearing central tread with progressively softer rubber on the sides - so giving you the best of both worlds. In grip terms they are still a compromise compared with a full on track tyre but will give you ample stick in the twisties and perhaps more importantly provide a confident planted feel when cornering in rain.

As for brands - most major manufacturers offer tyres to suit most if not all of the above, and most have their followers. With just two wheels in contact with the ground its probably wise to avoid unheard of/bargain basement brands - do you really want to be their guinea pig?

Personally because every year I cover huge sport touring distances around Europe and live in the Alps, I choose to run Bridgestone T30's which can easily cover 10,000 miles with ample tread left and seemingly never pick up punctures(touch wood). They are a 2CT/3CT tyre which really gives cornering confidence with the bike tipped hard over at speed. Inevitably they are not cheap. If I was more concerned about performance than mileage, their S20s stick like glue and are brilliant for track use - but you'll be buying 3 or more sets for every T30 set fitted. If you want economy then Bridgestone still offer the old BT020 which covers the miles but is nowhere near as planted as the T30 especially in rain.

Whatever you choose - Take care - especially until your new tyres are scrubbed in.



SkiMad

 

thanks for the reply. the reason for asking about the tyres is before i put the PR3 on my bandit i had road attacks as i loved the grip i had with them when they was on the tdm 850, so i decided to put them on the bandit but the front tyre would wear weird on the edges even tho tyre pressure was correct. and i had the same with the bridgestones i put on after that. i was told the it was to do with the weight of the bike. so i tried the PR3 and and they was fine. in regard to what you was saying about my riding style and sticky tyres if i do track days etc. i'm just an average joe that likes to have the confidents in the bend and to be able to put plent of miles one them. i think i will go with the PR3/ MAYBE PR4 as i do love the the wet grip as well as the dual compound.

Just wanted to know are there any tyres to stay away from that wear strange like the bridgestone and the road attacks did on the bandit.

thanks
nathan

 

Cannot go wrong with PR3 or PR4
Skimad cover it all...! :thumbsup:

 

Hmm - I have just spotted something you may wish to check out..

http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news--general-news/continental-recalls-170000-tyres/25409.html

The standard VFR front tyre size is among those apparently covered by this free "recall", and applies to several of their most popular tyre versions - eg sport attack, race attack...

You will need to check the DOT batch number printed on the tyre to see if your's are affected. Its surprising they are recalling tyres sold between 2007 and 2014.

Take care


SkiMad

 

Thanks for that skid made. I got continuous on the bike but that's good to know ill stick a link on my Facebook page for my mates.