Look what followed me home today......new addition to the stable!

[Baz]

Well I picked up a couple front fairings from eBay today. The ones that are missing. Will have to do some slight repair work on them and repaint them but should work out. Also have a new battery coming - the old one didn't take a charge - no surprise.


Still trying this figure out how to get this cap off without buggering up the tank.

[Baz]

My fairings arrived Thursday. They will need some work, of course. I have a full set from my other bike so just need to get the kit from Polyvance and methodically do the repairs. Then re-paint.

Also got a new battery - a gel style.

Still haven't been able to get cap off fuel tank so going to bypass at least to get her started and running.

Here are the fairings:

[rfuerst911sc]

Does the gas cap housing not come off the tank when you remove the five allen head screws ? Then you can work the cap issue at the work bench ? It probably is not that easy but I had to ask .

[Baz]

Originally Posted by rfuerst911sc

Does the gas cap housing not come off the tank when you remove the five allen head screws ? Then you can work the cap issue at the work bench ? It probably is not that easy but I had to ask .

No - cap does not come off when 5 screws removed - in fact that ring does not come off. It's hinged at the back to the whole assembly.

Here are a few pics of what it looks like from underneath (I got these pics from an eBay auction).







I've already decided to let my mechanic handle this - and in the meantime I'll hook a portable tank up to the outlet line going to the fuel pump just so I can get her running, before I take it to him.

Will post updates as appropriate......

[rfuerst911sc]

Well that stinks ! Good luck getting that sorted . Your post made me do a quick search and I came up with this one local to me.............. hmmm


https://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/mcy/d/98-honda-vfr-interceptor/6549577453.html

[pavulon]

Craigslist is best left alone at this time of year...
https://appleton.craigslist.org/mcy/d/2000-ducati-900ss/6568131920.html

[Baz]

I prefer the older VFR's myself but different strokes for different folks, right?

Those older ones in red, white, and blue livery are way cool......

[Baz]

Regarding the fuel tank cap problem, I just bought a used tank that looked to be in pretty good shape for this year VFR.

It has a working cap and keys....plus I'm getting the matching ignition and helmet lock.

Seemed to be the best approach on this situation.

[Scott Douglas]

Baz - After you posted that you got that last one, I went looking on the local c-list here. Found a 1000 VFR that was really nice out in Palm Springs. Sure wish I still could afford to ride.

[epbrown]

Originally Posted by Baz

I prefer the older VFR's myself but different strokes for different folks, right?

Those older ones in red, white, and blue livery are way cool......

The newer ones look good too:

[Baz]

Originally Posted by Scott Douglas

Baz - After you posted that you got that last one, I went looking on the local c-list here. Found a 1000 VFR that was really nice out in Palm Springs. Sure wish I still could afford to ride.

Hang in there, Scott.....you never know what the future holds. The key is to be patient and keep an eye out on Craigslist (or any other marketplace)...there are deals to be made!

Originally Posted by epbrown

The newer ones look good too:

Beautiful! Thanks, EP!

[sammyg2]

Originally Posted by pavulon

Craigslist is best left alone at this time of year...
https://appleton.craigslist.org/mcy/d/2000-ducati-900ss/6568131920.html

No kidding!


Ducati Monster 695, 2007. Clean Title. - $2199 (Anaheim)


https://appleton.craigslist.org/mcy/d/2000-ducati-900ss/6568131920.html

[sammyg2]

2001 Ducati 900ss $3100 (Huntington Beach)

condition: good
engine displacement (CC): 900
fuel: gas
odometer: 9800
paint color: red
title status: clean
transmission: manual

Only 9,800 miles
Full Termignoni exhaust
Marchesini Wheels
Power commander
ASV Levers

[sammyg2]

Originally Posted by Scott Douglas

Baz - After you posted that you got that last one, I went looking on the local c-list here. Found a 1000 VFR that was really nice out in Palm Springs. Sure wish I still could afford to ride.

This one's rough, but cheeeeep.




1984 INTERCEPTOR 700CC - $500 (camarillo)

84 INTERCTPTOR 700cc w/title non-op
major overhaul of bike less than 2k ago
been sitting for 18 months needs carbs cleaned to start
handlebar dent in tank
awsome bike, super quick and nimble
have all farings and covers

TEXT ONLY
8 oh5 8one5 2113

[Baz]

^^^ Good that they have all the fairings and covers but not sure I'd go for that one....

Quick update......found the graphics I needed:

https://moto-sticker.com/

The only decal that isn't right is the "750F" above the rear wheel instead of the correct "Interceptor".

https://moto-sticker.com/Honda-VFR-750-1988-DARK-BLUE-VERSION-STICKER-SET

I'll deal with it.....ordered 2 sets!

[drcoastline]

I think they all look good, but... you won't catch my azz on one. Might mess up my pretty face or worserer yet I might get kilt.

I thought them Ducs was expensive?

[sammyg2]

Originally Posted by drcoastline

I think they all look good, but... you won't catch my azz on one. Might mess up my pretty face or worserer yet I might get kilt.

I thought them Ducs was expensive?

They were

[motion]

Nice project, Baz. Can't wait to see how it progresses

[Baz]

Originally Posted by motion

Nice project, Baz. Can't wait to see how it progresses

Thanks, Rich....I know you're not a big fan of the VFR but something about these 2nd gen ones I really love.....

[motion]

Oh no, I dig em. I have an '85 VF1000R and a '83 VF750R was my first real sport bike back in the day. They are really cool bikes.