For basic stuff that's not bike-specific, just check out an auto store or local bike shop. For instance, the fuel filter can be the kind used for lawnmowers;...
Having run through a bottle of fuel system cleaner, I opted to see what other info is out there on the subject. Here's a great page that may relate: ...
If anybody needs a tank... http://seattle.craigslist.org/mcy/101227030.html <http://seattle.craigslist.org/mcy/101227030.html> Best Regards, Jeff Schieck...
The wife works for an auto parts supplier and sent along a note suggesting the value of an occassional checkup of oil's consistency. The labs suggested,...
Thanks for the pointer. While the link didn't work I just pulled the snapshots from the Files area. And, of course, yet another thanks to Noel :) ... ...
I have a buddy that works for CAT and repairs big truck engines, and he sends his oil in on his Dodge just to see, but never for his bike. Probably more...
... note ... consistency. ... wondering if ... wear or ... 190k mile car ... of services ... In the air force we did this analysis (spectrometric and ...
That's wild because I live in Ft. Wayne and didn't even know they existed. I drive by there all of the time, I'll have to look better next time. It's safe to...
Hey, Of those guys who take their 500s to the track with stock wheels. What do you guys use? I am flirting with the idea of bringing stock wheels and brakes...
Just wanted to let the list know - my long-neglected '85 is running again. I've been busy lately - so no progress updates for the list. Anyway, it's an '85...
Congrats, glad to read another VF500F will be rolling again. Thanks to eBay I was able to buy 4 used cams for my 85 VF500F for $20 ($5 for the cams + $15 for...
Well done , and now ride it and enjoy ... safe ! For me, my '84 F2 still is in the ... hem ... could I actually call it a ... workshop ? ;o)) But the good...
Thanks for the info, Chris ! I was aiming at a (french-made) EMC shock, but since you tell me that the Bitubo is good enough ... Could be a good deal for my...
When the time came to do something about my original shock (no damping), I nearly bought a hagon, but a suspension specialist I talked to told me he no longer...
You might want to look at purchasing a Fournales shock if you are in France, you might get a good price, although I don't know if they produce one for the vf. ...
Hi Chris, Thanks again. Yes, I considered the Fournales too. Using air as a "naturally progressive" spring is a good idea. Don't know about the price, but...
Yahoo ! Sorry, couldn't help ... ;o)) Pulled up from EBay an '86 tank (should fit on my '84 frame, AFAIK) for 25.99 GBP. Pulled up from EBay a brand new...
Hey guys, I'm still looking for a motor. I had a guy replied that he had one locally. We agreed on a price, but then he backed out. Anyone in a reasonable...
Congratulations on getting the Bitubo! probably the best thing you could do to improve the handling of the vf. Don't forget to grease the pins/bushes on...
A new EMC shock would have been 480 EUR, and a 'rebuild' (new oil and seals, but with no valves rebuilding) would have been 170 EUR, so I am very pleased I got...
It's Fall clean-up time! I wanted to let you know that I've got my CBR600F2 wheel swap kits discounted right now. Over the last few months I've stocked up on...
Hi, The internals of my carbs aren't in too good a shape..haven't used the bike for five years. I am in the process of cleaning it up, but my float pivot pin...
You can try to find a dowel pin that is the same size/length. Dowel pins have a really close tolerance, so one of those should do the trick. If you have...
Got the Bitubo shock delivered from England to my door this morning. Fast delivery and good packaging. Looks fine. As I expected damping is not adjustable,...
Thanks Jamie. I'll look around for a dowel pin and keep you posted. Mean time a local guy tells me he has a VFR 500 parts bike he is willing to let me have...
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