Rich Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 I just got done replacing my stator, and am in the process of putting the farings back on. Am I the only one who ends up with boltless holes, where the things just won't align themselves? I had to take a break, because I was just getting too pissed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer CHUCK2 Posted September 11, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted September 11, 2014 I've never had that happen on my 5th Gen. Perhaps a 6th is different. I just take my time & not force anything back together & it always seems to align right. But if I was rushing to do it, it'd probably be a problem. It's good to take a break before damaging a $500 panel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bayarearider Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Shouldn't not align if they are OE panels. I've had everything off and never had that issue.. Don't forget to lubricate... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Duc2V4 Posted September 11, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted September 11, 2014 When the well nuts get worn out I find that the panels are harder to put on. The alignment is helped if you can get at least one bolt started. I usually put the one that is mid panel then one of the ones at the bottom half.then get the front ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
choco Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 I've had troubles a time or two but after 10 years and 74000 miles my fairings have been taken off and put back on so many times that it's a simple job now. I don't tighten any until all are well started; the chin fairing has a little groove and should be massaged into place; I've changed bolts few times now and those push pins need replacing often; I've had to epoxy Nut back on the inside of the chin fairing and I use a push pin for one of the minor fairing mounts. Keep at it don't fight become one with your fairing ...... And don't forget to tighten all the bolts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spud786 Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Theres a technique to it, but everything should line up perfect. Where the problem may occur if the fairing gets damaged at the point where you have to press to separate from the front cowl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer RollinAgain Posted September 12, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted September 12, 2014 The problem is that you haven't had enough Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey. Rollin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Rectaltronics Posted September 12, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted September 12, 2014 Shouldn't not align if they are OE panels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted September 12, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted September 12, 2014 Never had that happen but maybe something missing . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer LangoPTC Posted September 12, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted September 12, 2014 Mine line up nicely. My complaint is I have to take the frame sliders off if I want to take the fairings off.. but one could argue that was self-inflicted since I installed the frame sliders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VFR4Lee Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 The problem is that you haven't had enough Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey. Rollin Or, too much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klrtovfr Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I always have to start at the front where it slides into the front fairng. If I do that everything lines up. If I start at the rear then the front will have a gap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted September 13, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted September 13, 2014 I always have to start at the front where it slides into the front fairng. If I do that everything lines up. If I start at the rear then the front will have a gap. +1 stick the front tabs in and then put one of the side panel screws in. Then go to the bottom line up where the panels meet in the middle and put the two little plastic pins in. Next is the two screws that attach to the center front cowl where the headers are. Next is the rest of the screws starting at the blinker and continuing towards the rear . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lint Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Speaking of putting fairings back on, where is a good place to get the fairing nuts, the rubber and copper ones? I need a few and I also need a bolt for the seat cowl fairing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Duc2V4 Posted September 14, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted September 14, 2014 Speaking of putting fairings back on, where is a good place to get the fairing nuts, the rubber and copper ones? I need a few and I also need a bolt for the seat cowl fairing.I think what you're referring to are called well nuts.http://www.clipsandfasteners.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=Well+nuts&Search.x=-119&Search.y=-126 You're going to be looking for M5-8 below are the part numbers I ordered, the main difference is the length. Part #A16242 (.554 length) Part #A16248 (.665 length) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Terry Posted September 14, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted September 14, 2014 My local Honda dealer had a pot of well nuts for sale. I also dislike getting the side fairings back on. I put the back one on first and then work on the top ones near the bars. The one closest to the tank is the most important to get right. After that the rest are easy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Texfoto Posted September 14, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted September 14, 2014 I just my fairings on my 5th gen after having everything including the headlights off. The holes did not want to line up and when I forced the bolt through two of the holes the rubber nuts came out. I found there is an order to putting the fairings back on. Trouble is I can't remember what order that is or I would list it out. Once I secured the side fairings first though the rest of the front fairing holes began to line up better. Sent via iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lint Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 Speaking of putting fairings back on, where is a good place to get the fairing nuts, the rubber and copper ones? I need a few and I also need a bolt for the seat cowl fairing.I think what you're referring to are called well nuts.http://www.clipsandfasteners.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=Well+nuts&Search.x=-119&Search.y=-126 You're going to be looking for M5-8 below are the part numbers I ordered, the main difference is the length. Part #A16242 (.554 length) Part #A16248 (.665 length) Hey Texfoto, I just called my friendly neighborhood Honda dealer and they want $3.71 for each fastener! Or, I can get the well nuts you linked above and I get 25 for $15.89. Hmmmm, 25, or 4. Such a tough decision.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spud786 Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 A few have discovered the aftermarket ones are not exactly perfect but will work in varying degrees. This IMO has an effect whether or not oem worth the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Blesk Posted September 27, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted September 27, 2014 What Bayarearider said, but I'd recommend- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keef Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Leave the fairings off and make a STREETFIGHTER! Someone had to say it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lint Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Just get them here, freaking low price, everything you need. Get 'em get 'em get' em. http://www.desmoparts.com/products/parts-catalog/ktm/m5-wellnuts Screws whatever all here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimC Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 I also hate reinstalling fairings. In past years I've ridden a lot, and needed to do multiple oil changes per year. I'm not bright enough to figure out how to get to the oil filter without removing the left fairing, so off/on it goes 2-3 times per year. What a pain. This is one main reason I will definitely consider a naked bike (or bike with a smaller "bikini" fairing and windshield, like the FZ1) next time. Luckily everything else about my VFR is just about perfect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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