I don't know either. My vfr fighter is also smaller than my MT09, so it may look like I am riding a kids bike.Quote:
Originally Posted by Nudie
Although the benefit, Nudie, is that you can flat foot anything.
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I don't know either. My vfr fighter is also smaller than my MT09, so it may look like I am riding a kids bike.Quote:
Originally Posted by Nudie
Although the benefit, Nudie, is that you can flat foot anything.
Hehe yep, I've never had to lower a bike to feel safe!
Bike is looking good. Love the pipe and hope I get to see it in November ;)
Changed my mind about the electrics layout, fits within the confines of the subframe this way.
https://i.imgur.com/HYDtKnR.png
https://i.imgur.com/P1rN1UZ.png
Also anyone know a local seller of triple clamps with handlebar risers? (ABM, LSL etc.)
Realised that my triple clamp is hilariously bent when I took it off to put on new throttle cables. That was definitely the cause of my stiff steering.
Could have helped you a year ago, but I'm not importing them any more. You could try your luck yourself with "Top Yokes" in the UK, but don't expect anything to happen quickly.
https://i.imgur.com/hckYHqc.gifQuote:
Originally Posted by Gix11
Damn, will have to make do with my top yoke while I wait on international shipping then.
Or speak to Ben at Extreme Creations or Trav at Hammond Engineering to see if they could make up a triple for you
As much as I'd love a custom machined triple, I suspect it's a little beyond my financial reach at the moment hahaQuote:
Originally Posted by wackyrider
What's the front end off? Can just try looking for a stock triple and drilling holes for the risers. That's what I have always done.
CBR1000rr, yeah that' what I did originally but given how much it warped in the crash I'm thinking that's not such a good idea. I'll probably be running it with clip-ons 90% of the time, would just like the option to stick some high bars on it if I want to do a longer trip.Quote:
Originally Posted by wackyrider
Just don't crash it again?
That is a good point actually.
No promises lolQuote:
Originally Posted by GammaBoy
Project is going on the backburner for a while as I've had some life stuff come up which takes priority for now at least. I'll still update here, just much more slowly.
Hey fellas, how have you been?
I've had a busy few months, moved again and bought a new bike
https://i.imgur.com/zzEdcni.jpg
Then took it around Victoria with my Girlfriend and a tent on the back
https://i.imgur.com/4wOjqwR.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/8VI88qG.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/ZusDacD.jpg
And I finally had a little time to work on the VFR. Got her running again, finished grinding up the subframe and fitted new LSL raised clipons which came with the R1.
https://i.imgur.com/TxedRTd.jpg
https://streamable.com/6udec
Still need some welding done on the subframe, need to crimp a new postive battery terminal and get a new top triple clamp.
I'm also putting together a hydraulic clutch conversion for my R1 cause the stock setup is rubbish.
Anyway, thanks for reading and hope you all had a merry Christmas and have a great new year!
Man that looks good. Thanks for sharing again mate.
That fully loaded R1 set up (tent and missus) must have been hard to keep the front wheel down if you got a but handy with the throttle!
What Si said, I had the same model R1 and with a bit of weight on the back the front end came up so easily
I certainly wore the back tire significantly more than the front haha
Picked up a new exhaust for 100 dollarydoos, even has 2yrs warranty ;)
https://i.imgur.com/j6jdGYO.jpg
Also bought a full VFR400 radiator setup which is otw. Should solve my cooling woes plus I think it looks boss with a set of Samco hoses. Reminds me of the Duc Monster S4R with the Testastretta.
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https://i.imgur.com/1jTggNX.png
Finally got around to restoring one of the radiators and test fitting them. Looks good, just need to make some brackets as the engine casting are a bit different between the 400 and 800.
https://i.imgur.com/pwIHyAB.jpg
Sadly it looks like I'll lose the oil cooler. Might switch to a water to oil setup like on my R1 if I can find space for it.
Longer hoses and mount the oil cooler under the headlight.
Bosozoku style would be sick, not sure I have enough clearance though. I'll definitely be looking into it.Quote:
Originally Posted by GammaBoy
Set of 8th gen headers arrived, fits perfectly with the VFR400 setup. You can see why they went back to this design with the 8th gen, makes much more sense than the side rad setup.
https://i.imgur.com/0RxkP9E.jpg
Rads went on pretty easy, made up a couple of aluminium brackets and it was all good. I have heaps more space above the front cylinder bank now to fit the wiring in as well which is nice.
I also managed to leave a 120mm X 90mm space between the headers and the sump so I'll probably try to find a small oil cooler to fit in there.
https://i.imgur.com/jP6GkOO.jpg
EDIT: If anyone knows a mob who can would stock an oil cooler that size or could make a custom one, please let me know.
Nice work. I always wondered if the vfr400 rads would work.
Engine is finally getting some much needed love.
http://i.imgur.com/vGZRQ78.jpg
Still need to strip and polish the side cases.
Happy Easter all!
https://i.imgur.com/al7C3Bc.jpg
Starting to come back together, got some more front end bits and pieces arriving after the holidays which should resolve a couple of the issues I was having.
Does anyone have a recommendation for rear shock rebuilds in Melbourne? I'm looking out for a used current gen ZX10 shock but failing that I'll need to get the 929 shock I have resprung and valved as it's way too soft.
Looking good mate. Like the colours
Thanks, black was nice and easy but the red was a huge pain to get looking good. Took me a few sanded back coats but happy with the result now.
New forks arrived on Tuesday, yes they are conventional but should suit the VFR much better.
https://i.imgur.com/nI5DrQw.jpg
Added a new bit of kit to the collection today :D
https://i.imgur.com/Aff0XdK.jpg
So the subframe will be going together tomorrow. I also whipped up a rear hugger/chain guard out of a spare for the R1 and part of the original guard.
https://i.imgur.com/7DrJUwL.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/6G8qrDN.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/y8F4cWRr/20190426-195223.jpg
Welded up the subframe mounts, will grab some more pictures when there is a little more light so you can all shit on my first attempt at welding :D
Looking great. you've totally gone all out this time around. Nice work.
Figured it was about time I treated this project seriously instead of rushing it and half assing things.Quote:
Originally Posted by LKC73
Super happy with my progress so far, I'm getting through it quicker and cleaner.
My plan is to get it done before November so I can attend the ride and make space for a mates cafe project which he needs help with.
Hell yea! Sweet.
Looking awesome
Thanks guys!
Subframe got some paint today
https://i.postimg.cc/43DH7KLw/20190430-190747.jpg
Also have a new plan for my rear indicators which I'm very excited about, stay tuned :D
Tail-lights sorted
https://i.postimg.cc/mgTHCQrd/20190507-140525.jpg
Picked up a box of Ducati S2R parts from which I scavenged bar risers and a front cowl.
https://i.postimg.cc/JzKBqGDR/20190507-140546.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/5t0QkbLL/20190507-140557.jpg
Next on my list is extending the front wiring and figuring out where in the tail to mount all the components.
Loving it mate. Nice work
Cool. Keep it coming.
Looking real tidy there mate, nice work!
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Originally Posted by Gix11
Thanks guys, any thoughts on front indicators? I was going to use bar ends that match the rear ones but I can't find any bar end mirrors that will work with them.Quote:
Originally Posted by LKC73
Also picked up some 4 pot Nissins of a ZX9R which fit perfectly and match the master cylinder reservoirs:
https://i.postimg.cc/BQRg0N2Y/20190516-165549.jpg
If you're chasing any VFR parts let me know as I've just bought the VFR that I had built for the Mrs a few years ago. I will be stripping it down and selling it as parts