VFR 800, my first build

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07-06-2018, 05:54 PM
I0seb

Quote:

Originally Posted by GammaBoy

You're going to chop up a non fucked Monster frame for the Subframe?

Nah, it's WOVR. Was only a couple hundred bucks.
08-06-2018, 12:08 AM
I0seb

What do you guys think, too steep or about right?

https://i.imgur.com/kIKX752.jpg
08-06-2018, 07:11 AM
wackyrider

Looks about right. The angle of the tail (looking at the pillion seat section) looks to be matching the lines of the tank. Seat height looks about right too from standard, but you'd obviously want to sit on it to be sure
08-06-2018, 08:12 AM
latheboy

I think that looks pretty good, if you drop the headlight so that the top is tangent to the line from the seat and tank it'll look great
08-06-2018, 10:23 AM
GammaBoy

Was the frame damaged prior to chopping it? Whatcha doing with what's left?
08-06-2018, 02:30 PM
I0seb

Quote:

Originally Posted by GammaBoy

Was the frame damaged prior to chopping it? Whatcha doing with what's left?

Didn't notice any damage so not sure why it was written off. I'll keep the leftover for another project, maybe furniture or something who knows.
08-06-2018, 07:08 PM
I0seb

Dropped the seat angle a little, reckon it looks a bit more natural.
Also finished my coolant overflow ;)

https://i.imgur.com/BBre4V2.png

https://i.imgur.com/SZPkitG.png https://i.imgur.com/RlBiPUE.png
11-06-2018, 08:17 AM
Gix11

That works well.
11-06-2018, 01:35 PM
wackyrider

Quote:

Originally Posted by GammaBoy

Was the frame damaged prior to chopping it? Whatcha doing with what's left?

I'll have a R1 frame & subframe in about a month that is on the WOVR if you're interested in buying. Also a bonus it'l be in QLD :D
14-06-2018, 04:57 PM
I0seb

Dash mounted, can't believe I didn't think of this last time :P

https://i.imgur.com/i0ZGAdO.jpg?1

https://i.imgur.com/xreCgFf.jpg?1

https://i.imgur.com/u4Y2P1H.jpg?1
15-06-2018, 11:14 AM
Gix11

Ha. Nice!
15-06-2018, 11:51 AM
GammaBoy

Quote:

Originally Posted by wackyrider

I'll have a R1 frame & subframe in about a month that is on the WOVR if you're interested in buying. Also a bonus it'l be in QLD :D

Nah, not really my thing.
17-06-2018, 12:24 AM
I0seb

Did a first prototype for the undertray and put the electrics back in, looks like everything will fit nicely.

https://i.imgur.com/3BWtga5.png

https://i.imgur.com/wSrh1p0.png

Super happy with how the keyless system works, thinking I'll mount the on/off button in the steering stem.
18-06-2018, 07:16 PM
rod185651

I personally hate electrics, but I remember continually push starting Fimps TLR due to gremlins with his key-less ignition.

Has reliability improved?
20-06-2018, 01:56 PM
I0seb

Quote:

Originally Posted by rod185651

I personally hate electrics, but I remember continually push starting Fimps TLR due to gremlins with his key-less ignition.

Has reliability improved?

I've always liked electrics cause they make sense to me, if something doesn't work as it should it's wired wrong and needs to be fixed.

There will be battery drain when the unit is active but the lithium battery should handle it fine. I also have a master switch to toggle the unit on and off for when I leave it alone for longer periods.
20-06-2018, 03:25 PM
wackyrider

I've been running an M-unit keyless ignition from Motogadget for the past 5 years without an issue. Well, once i sorted out the internal short that kept draining the battery that is. Mine is a swipe on / off style though rather than proximity but i love it. Stops me from accidentally riding off without the key, haha
11-07-2018, 07:38 PM
I0seb

I got some Brembo bling

https://i.imgur.com/bhsAqF7.jpg

And the bike got a new home :)

https://i.imgur.com/3HgMG6y.jpg
12-07-2018, 09:49 AM
Gix11

Proper garage mate? This is all turning out very nice hey?
12-07-2018, 10:42 AM
ozzy1100

I’m really digging this bike, masters look ace
and is that a led h4 bulb your using and if so how do you
find it
12-07-2018, 01:06 PM
GammaBoy

Quote:

Originally Posted by ozzy1100

I’m really digging this bike, masters look ace
and is that a led h4 bulb your using and if so how do you
find it

The Phillips LED H4 is supposed to be really good. Takes up a bunch of space behind the reflector though.
12-07-2018, 04:14 PM
I0seb

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gix11

Proper garage mate? This is all turning out very nice hey?

Yep, finally. I'm quite happy with the bike apart from some issue causing super stiff steering.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ozzy1100

I’m really digging this bike, masters look ace
and is that a led h4 bulb your using and if so how do you
find it

Thanks! It's an eBay special, only cost around $60 for a pair.

Quote:

Originally Posted by GammaBoy

The Phillips LED H4 is supposed to be really good. Takes up a bunch of space behind the reflector though.

Yeah I have to run mine without the waterproof cover to have enough space,might seal it later but seems fine now.
13-07-2018, 08:57 AM
Gix11

Super stiff steering? The stem isn't bent is it?
13-07-2018, 01:31 PM
I0seb

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gix11

Super stiff steering? The stem isn't bent is it?

Not sure, haven't been able to check yet. I don't think so though, I certainly hope it isn't haha
15-07-2018, 03:11 PM
LKC73

Looking good, in regards to the stiff steering, you haven't over tighten the stem nuts at all?
18-07-2018, 08:09 PM
I0seb

Taillight really brings the rear together

https://i.imgur.com/RUWnmlv.png?1
18-07-2018, 08:09 PM
I0seb

Quote:

Originally Posted by LKC73

Looking good, in regards to the stiff steering, you haven't over tighten the stem nuts at all?

Seems to have sorted itself out without me, probably imagined it haha
19-07-2018, 07:36 AM
Gix11

Love the continual progress mate. This is a great build.
19-07-2018, 11:57 AM
hooligan

you have until November.
then we will establish the first VFR800 cup through the snowies. I mean NFR.
19-07-2018, 08:42 PM
I0seb

Quote:

Originally Posted by hooligan

you have until November.
then we will establish the first VFR800 cup through the snowies. I mean NFR.

Fingers crossed I'll get there, welding up the subframe mounts is the last major job.
21-07-2018, 03:58 PM
I0seb

Prepped the bottom subframe mounts for welding and started hacking up my old midpipe for my new exhuast.

https://i.imgur.com/u4GbKz5.jpg

Just gotta learn how to weld now...
23-07-2018, 09:11 AM
Gix11

Cool. These new "non-underground-parking-area" photos are making the bike look different again. Tidy little project this one.
25-07-2018, 07:42 AM
wackyrider

Loving the new look too
26-07-2018, 04:06 PM
I0seb

Exhaust done, sounds great and I'm somewhat impressed with the quality given it's Chinesium.

https://i.imgur.com/47rf2E4.png

https://i.imgur.com/4X1LcQj.png
27-07-2018, 10:53 AM
hooligan

That's gonna make some noise.
Love it.
27-07-2018, 10:56 PM
I0seb

Quote:

Originally Posted by hooligan

That's gonna make some noise.
Love it.

Sounds 10/10 but actually not too bad as I put a baffle in the header, pretty civilised at idle.
31-07-2018, 08:36 PM
I0seb

Bike is officially sit-on-able :D

https://i.imgur.com/hmcUF7x.jpg
01-08-2018, 08:40 AM
Gix11

Excellent...
03-08-2018, 03:55 PM
Bob

Loving it mate. Top stuff
05-08-2018, 10:19 AM
Nudie

That looks great!

(I wonder how it feels to fit on a bike and not make it look like a 125)
05-08-2018, 10:56 PM
I0seb

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nudie

That looks great!

(I wonder how it feels to fit on a bike and not make it look like a 125)

Pretty great, I fit on everything! One of the upsides to being on the shorter side :P

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