ScottyAdams Posted June 8, 2015 Share Posted June 8, 2015 While preparing to go for a lovely motor ride this a.m., my GF, who has a gimpy left leg decided to get on the mount from the right and unannounced, and yes, you know what happened. To make matters worse (yes, just wait), I went over and ruined my Simpson Bandit too. But wait, there's more; I don't know how, but while barking orders to help pick up the machine (remember, we were on the right) we picked the bike up, and instead of holding the bike steady and throwing my left leg over the bike and putting the side stand down, I told the GF to hold the bike up by the grab rails while I ran over to the left side. Yep. It fell left but we were able to catch it and only a minor scuff on the lower cowl transpired. So here's the summary: Bent front brake lever Bent rear brake lever Bent step holder Trashed right mirror Trashed right low cowl Trashed right crank cover Rear lever does not return to upright position Trashed throttle bar end Trashed left low cowl Trashed Simpson Bandit Trashed OEM muffler**** Trashed mental state Trashed wallet Trashed body tomorrow, a.m. So, when I replace all this, my question is, how on Earth do you get well nuts inserted into the holes in the cowl without a note from God? Those things look like a screaming eagle night mare. Anyhow, yet, it sucks right now. I was all happy and this happens.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer gll429 Posted June 8, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted June 8, 2015 all of those parts arent TRASHED.. they are scuffed or scratched. you can polish /paint add stickers to most of it. brake levers can be had for 25 bucks and pazzo knock offs too. look damned good! ditto for mirrors.. the stock can ?/seriously ? will some one reading this please give the guy your stock can thats collecting dust bunnys on the shelf..?? you have a girl and a bike, quitcherbitchin :laugh2: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rear-View-Mirrors-For-Honda-VFR750F-1994-1997-VFR800-FI-1998-1999-/251320083958?hash=item3a83d825f6&vxp=mtr http://www.ebay.com/itm/One-Pair-Motorcycle-Left-Right-View-Mirrors-For-Honda-VFR800-1998-2008-1999-2000-/331074347197?hash=item4d1591a0bd&vxp=mtr http://www.ebay.com/itm/Short-Black-CNC-Clutch-Brake-Levers-For-HONDA-VFR800-1998-2001-2000-1999-/261482577131?hash=item3ce1937ceb&vxp=mtr http://www.ebay.com/itm/1999-Honda-Interceptor-VFR-800-VFR800-right-peg-footpeg-bracket-mount-pedal-/161298608137?hash=item258e257009&vxp=mtr bend the rear lever back in place.. its aluminum.. go real slow.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottyAdams Posted June 8, 2015 Author Share Posted June 8, 2015 No, no. I forgot, the notation about the can, which I forgot to post, was that I don't care about that. It gives me an excuse now to buy the can I want and now need. As far a scuffs and scratches, well, after I lower the VFR (I can get some metric heim joints, a sleeve and some lock nuts, I figure I can lower the bike an inch, or so), I'll spring for the new plastic. Yeah, I know about rotating the holders but a 29" inseam needs more than .75". Ultimately, I think I could have not dropped the bike if I was near to flat footing it. Additionally, I've figured the well nuts thing out. Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer gll429 Posted June 8, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted June 8, 2015 plastics can be fixed.. seats can be shaved, forks can be adjusted , boots with thicker heals can be bought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beck Posted June 8, 2015 Share Posted June 8, 2015 Forget the bike for now..... poor GF..... I hope she's OK..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Duc2V4 Posted June 8, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted June 8, 2015 No, no. I forgot, the notation about the can, which I forgot to post, was that I don't care about that. It gives me an excuse now to buy the can I want and now need. As far a scuffs and scratches, well, after I lower the VFR (I can get some metric heim joints, a sleeve and some lock nuts, I figure I can lower the bike an inch, or so), I'll spring for the new plastic. Yeah, I know about rotating the holders but a 29" inseam needs more than .75". Ultimately, I think I could have not dropped the bike if I was near to flat footing it. Additionally, I've figured the well nuts thing out. Thanks in advance. If you're trying to reuse the well nuts that are already "collapsed", forget it, it's not worth the time. Go here... www.clipsandfasteners.com and search for 'well nuts', you should find M5- .8 .554 and M5- .8 .665. These are good replacements for the OEM well nuts and are extremely cheap compared to OEM. Only catch they come in boxes of 25 qty. I have already gone through 1.5 boxes, but that's with giving out a few to fellow VFR riders. Oh yeah, sorry for your mishap and hope you and your GF are alright. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottyAdams Posted June 8, 2015 Author Share Posted June 8, 2015 GF is fine, thanks. Not a scratch on her, the best part. I've got to lower that bike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer DFerrell Posted June 9, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted June 9, 2015 In for pics of GF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted June 9, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted June 9, 2015 All that can be fixed at least nobody is hurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
number9 Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Get new well-nuts. They're cheap and easy to replace. Levers are cheap and easy to replace too, ditto the bar-end weights. The most expensive thing to ruin is your helmet - that sucks. Scratching the muffler is no big deal, because now you get to replace it with an aftermarket one.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottyAdams Posted June 9, 2015 Author Share Posted June 9, 2015 Well, I purchased a new helmet already. And I have a my other bikes. Main thing is my main thang (GF) ain't hurt and she ain't scared. Riding (can't wait for the remarks) is our fav thing to do. I put in a claim. I haven't done that for years, and I used to work for the company that insures the bike. I'm expecting to be screwed over. I flipped the shock link plate and lowered the rear. I just have to lower the front, next. It made a huge difference. I can almost flat foot it now. I'm one of those 30" inseamers. The side stand is now an issue, and pulling the bike up on the center stand requires a lot of effort. Keep in mind, I'm a little over 57, so I'm in geezer land, now. I did get the Power Commander installed and loaded up with a half assed map. I'll be purchasing a new can (going with a Two Bros M2). I'll let the insurance industry clean up the brakes and cosmetics. I'll keep y'all posted with that pleasant process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Phantom Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Something is wrong, can't see GF pic. Just all these lines of text Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted June 9, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted June 9, 2015 All that can be fixed at least nobody is hurt. Well, I purchased a new helmet already. And I have a my other bikes. Main thing is my main thang (GF) ain't hurt and she ain't scared. Riding (can't wait for the remarks) is our fav thing to do. I put in a claim. I haven't done that for years, and I used to work for the company that insures the bike. I'm expecting to be screwed over. I flipped the shock link plate and lowered the rear. I just have to lower the front, next. It made a huge difference. I can almost flat foot it now. I'm one of those 30" inseamers. The side stand is now an issue, and pulling the bike up on the center stand requires a lot of effort. Keep in mind, I'm a little over 57, so I'm in geezer land, now. I did get the Power Commander installed and loaded up with a half assed map. I'll be purchasing a new can (going with a Two Bros M2). I'll let the insurance industry clean up the brakes and cosmetics. I'll keep y'all posted with that pleasant process. Yep I agree . Roll On ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottyAdams Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 This is my report: I have no report to file. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottyAdams Posted June 13, 2015 Author Share Posted June 13, 2015 Claims rep would have totaled the bike. We worked together to solve the equation and keep the title non salvage. It was handled in manner that exceeded what I could have even imagined. I'm more than impressed. The company's icon is that gal that wears a white bib. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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