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Rear Axle and bearing Inspection
I decided to check out the rear axle since my bike has 23k on it, to check for signs of bearing failure and axle wear. Begin by losening the main bolt The main bolt is a huge 46mm jobbie that is on...
View ArticleYzf750 help
Revs fine under no load then 1100rpm no matter what i do. Wide open still only 1100 rpm. Tach isn't jumping to any specific rpm. Changed oil, oil filter, cleaned and synced carbs. Low miles still...
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Rc36 Caliper Overhaul
Hey all Unsure if this has been covered in detail. I thought it'd be useful to put a picture guide together for removing and rebuilding the calipers on the RC36 VFR750 (1989 to 1997). This process...
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Tire Changing For Cheapskates
I go through sets of tires fairly quickly and I like to change them myself, both to save money and for the convenience of doing it in my own garage. I'm also a cheapskate, so rather than buying a tire...
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Monitor WIre Fix - 2002 and newer
THis is a step by step method to do the monitor wire fix. It guarantees a solid and direct connection to the positive battery post from the black wire coming off the RR. Step 1: Get your tool kit out....
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6Th Gen Abs Brake Fluid Change Guide
In the fall of 2010 I replaced the fluids in my 06. It was a pretty straight forward task, albeit time consuming. The oil&filter change was easiest. Next easiest was the clutch fluid change - only...
View ArticleOnline Honda Euro Service Guides
Available for most European models post 2002. Not for download but can be printed (you can print to pdf or One Note if you get my meaning). There is a cost per session but if you do it right, you wont...
View ArticleChain replacement results
I am new to this type of activity so excuse me if I am in the incorrect location to bring up this question. I just purchased a 6th generation VFR800 with 15K and the chain looked to be needing...
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How To Fix A Jumpy Speedometer
If you notice your speedometer is jumping around or not working at all chances are your speed sensor is wore out, or more accurately the nut that drives the sensor wont make contact with the sprocket...
View Article6th Gen Clutch Plate replacement
Does anyone know the torque specs for 2002 clutch sprigs & clutch plate cover? Any info much appreciated. Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk
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Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement, Vtec
IMPORTANT: This “how to” is based on the Honda Factory manual technique for the tensioners replacement. If you read down a few replies you will see that a number of people have been successful at...
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Cool Tip: Replacing Tail Light Bulb... With Turn Signal Bulb :)
Hello to all. I have no idea if this is common knowledge or not but thought I would share with the masses as it is sure to help at least one person out. Fun fact: on 6th gens (maybe someone from the...
View ArticleCan someone help please
Hello everyone I'm new to this forum so if I'm wrong about something, please do not mind. I have little problems with my long-awaited motorcycle.Honda VFR 800 Interceptor, year 2001. During one...
View ArticleParts List - all 800 model years
Here. Probably Euro-model but probably mostly compatible with rest of world. Apologies if already posted elsewhere.
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Cam Chain Tensioner, Without Throttle Body Removal
Ok, I am not a writer. I don't have the witty banter abilities of great technical writers who pull you into their project no matter the subject. Instead I am a typical desk jockey who rides VFR and...
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7th Gen - What Gear Oil to use?
I checked the manual and it only says "Honda Hypoid Gear oil SAE 80". It doesn't mention anything about GL-4 or GL-5. So any gear oil that is sae 80 will work? also these are the only gear oil I can...
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Brakes - Warped Rotor Fix
There have been a few post on pulsating brakes, one cause is a warped disk. It is not a very common thing with floating disks brakes because they float on a band of rings and the rotor itself is heat...
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Clean up rusty pitted forks - sort of...
Hello everyone, This is is a quick how-to for those with crappy rusted forks. It's not a cure-all but might help reduce the amount of pitting and help your seals last a bit longer. The only ways to...
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Coolant system flush and renewal
Hello All, Just did a thorough coolant flush and renew on my "new" 5th gen 1998 and set out the steps below. Hope it helps someone out. High mileage bike with what looks like poor maintenance....
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