Member Contributer VIAJERO_VFR Posted March 26, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted March 26, 2013 I had the cover and one of the rings powdercoated a sort of semi gloss black. I've left the other ring original and may change it out sometime for a different look. Gives the bike a cool look. One thing I can confirm is the fogging of the glass by the oil until it gets hot, at least right now with temps here around 5-10 degrees C (41-50 F). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veefer800Canuck Posted March 26, 2013 Author Share Posted March 26, 2013 mine too, until you run it at temp for awhile, then it clears right up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veefer800Canuck Posted July 7, 2014 Author Share Posted July 7, 2014 Must add to this thread since Dutchy linked it elswehere. The windows Seb uses are made from Lexan. Mine has not discolored at all in the time I've had it on the bike, 3 years now. Yes, it clouds over when the bike is warming up, but that goes away fairly shortly, once the bike is up to temp. And, with the O-ring seal on the machined cover ring, it has not leaked nor sweated any oil, ever. Keep in mind that mine was one of the original prototypes, and I can only assume that Seb has gotten the process refined somewhat, with all the practice he's gotten making these things. Hey Seb, how many are out in the wild, do you think???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted July 7, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted July 7, 2014 mine too, until you run it at temp for awhile, then it clears right up. me three!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Dutchy Posted July 7, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted July 7, 2014 +1 firing up after the winter stop (in a freezing shed), the window "yucked up" pretty bad. Like I had poured some Bailey Original Irish Cream in... That took some 10 minutes riding (to heat the engine up properly) to clear it. Now with warmer temperatures is will only give a small smudge that disappear very quickly. Not 100% convinded on the blue anodized M3's..... they should be a tad darker blue... so I may revert to the ones Seb supplied. 100% happy camper, afaik still the only one in NL to have it :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCDekker Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Seb?! Still doing your magic when it comes to the clutch covers? I've got one that's doing nothing at the moment! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Must add to this thread since Dutchy linked it elswehere. The windows Seb uses are made from Lexan. Mine has not discolored at all in the time I've had it on the bike, 3 years now. Yes, it clouds over when the bike is warming up, but that goes away fairly shortly, once the bike is up to temp. And, with the O-ring seal on the machined cover ring, it has not leaked nor sweated any oil, ever. Keep in mind that mine was one of the original prototypes, and I can only assume that Seb has gotten the process refined somewhat, with all the practice he's gotten making these things. Hey Seb, how many are out in the wild, do you think???? Thank you for the testimonial. I have done about 30 of these covers to date, at least 20 of them are on VFR's around the globe. Seb?! Still doing your magic when it comes to the clutch covers? I've got one that's doing nothing at the moment! I am, but not much longer. I have just a handful left from the last batch, and I will keep a few on hand in case of the most unfortunate incident where someone may need spare parts. I will be visiting the machinists later this month and will pester them about another run that may, or may not, come to fruition this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted July 7, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted July 7, 2014 What oil do you use because my oil never does that ? And how do you install your oil, I take mine and open it for one hour. That lets it breath . 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Dutchy Posted July 7, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted July 7, 2014 I decanter my engine oil prior to feeding it to redslut.... :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer BCmcrider Posted July 7, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted July 7, 2014 One must treat oil with respect. Even after use, it must be carefully washed and then let to air, like any fine wine. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer MaxSwell Posted July 8, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted July 8, 2014 Hey Seb, I found a spare clutch cover in my parts mess, and Why-Too-Kay is getting jealous of Virginia's exposed parts. I'd like to get a second SSCCC if one is available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer vfrcapn Posted July 8, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted July 8, 2014 I just got mine going a little over a month ago. It is summer but I've noticed no clouding, it's clear from start up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Terry, let me double check my stock and get back you. I feel obligated to keep some on hand in case of emergency, don't want to make promises I can't keep. My cover only fogs up on startup & cool down when it's cooler out. And only briefly, since it's garage kept 90% of the time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer DucatiTerminator Posted July 9, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted July 9, 2014 Any chance of future availability for 2nd gens? I wouldn't mind waiting a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 I can fit the rings to any gen VFR cover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer DucatiTerminator Posted July 10, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted July 10, 2014 I can fit the rings to any gen VFR cover. Outstanding! Can you please send me a quote at your earliest convenience? Thanks in advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lint Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 I like it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer rhoderage Posted July 28, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted July 28, 2014 Seb - I'd really like one too if you do another batch... one of these would be a perfect touch on my 2002! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluewaffle Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 i dunno if this has been answered yet but any love for the 4th gen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Dutchy Posted August 5, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted August 5, 2014 My 4th Gen loves her clear clutch cover.... (Seb used silver M3 bolts; the blue ones I retro-fitted) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted August 5, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted August 5, 2014 Seb - I'd really like one too if you do another batch... one of these would be a perfect touch on my 2002! Awesome looking bike !!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 I am working on getting another batch machined. Will update when more are available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer dgordon Posted August 6, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted August 6, 2014 Seb, kindly also sign me up for this when they are available. Many thanks. Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Dutchy Posted August 6, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted August 6, 2014 Seb - I'd really like one too if you do another batch... one of these would be a perfect touch on my 2002! While this one is NOT one made by Seb (saw it on a sea front promenade), it does show how it would look "in white" (just rattle can the plate..) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Willytheekid Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 Hi Seb Very keen on getting one of your clutch covers made up for my infidel I have just bought a spare engine for my old 96 (she's done 130.000k, and still stock, hence I bought a spare for the old girl) I can send you the standard clutch cover off said engine to be modified etc, but just curious as to what would the approx cost be if you are still making these? (God I hope so...best mod Ive sen yet!) If you are still producing these wonders Seb, would you please consider adding me to your already long list ps...from New Zealand (And more than happy to wait paitently and pre-pay etc Long time member/reader...just a shy poster :blush2: Many thanks for your time Seb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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