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So, I've got the old sport extension off and the new Touring extension on. Here are some early observations: 1. The directions from the manufacturer are TERRIBLE and the lettering has got to be the smallest I've ever seen. Other have commented on this also. However, go to YouTube and watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ev_dFTOVjOM to assemble the Touring extension and watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3uUGfjoyUxg to prepare your windscreen (drilling) and to attach the Touring extension to your windscreen. The videos, which are produced by TwistedThrottle, are well done and make the process very simple and straightforward. 2. The Touring windscreen, in its highest position, provides 5.75" of additional height. It's pretty easy to adjust. If you've got a throttle lock then it can be adjusted on the fly- of course I've not tested this and don't recommend it. 3. It definitely makes a difference reducing noise and buffeting. I am using Convertibars (https://convertibars.3dcartstores.com/Honda-VFR-80002-13-Bike-Specific-Kit_p_168.html) and so I sit much straighter and higher but the reduction in noise and buffeting is obvious. 4. My bike seems to be looking much more like a touring bike than a sports bike with the hard bags, GPS, Throttlemeister, Convertibars, mirror extensions, sockets for heated vest and other accessories, and now a (very) tall extension. I'm not complaining. Rather, I'm making an observation of the transformation of my bike since I purchased new in 2002. I've got over 71K on it and hope to put on another 100K. As I put another 2K on the bike this month I'll check back in and add some further comments. Thanks again to 007 for pointing this product out. VFRMike.

I discovered the second gear bogging very soon after buying the bike this year. I've heard some say they haven't experienced it, but I certainly did. So I got the Guhl flash at the end of July, and I can tell you that it completely cured that problem. The engine's natural torque is restored, and the bike will now drive out of 2nd gear even at very low rpm with no complaints. The power in the lower gears is significantly increased yet still linear and controllable. In addition to the standard ECU programming, I requested a fuel map for a DAM Exhaust and Cat Converter Removed; Error code for stock exhaust servo motor removed; Fan temperature reduced (which has worked out well) I did not raise the rev limiter, as I saw that as a risk with very little or no benefit. Being a perfectionist I also upgraded the rear and front suspension to dial in the proper settings (Ohlins rear; Traxxion AK-20 front). I'm now really happy with my VFR1200. It's a great bike.

WTF is that supposed to mean? They can feature shit bomb CB750's and Ducati scramblers, but your bike is not quite right for them? I think Bullshit Hipster Bike Video's is spot on about that website. They like the idea of bikes as art, not bikes. http://hipsterbikevideos.com/ Just in case you aren't familiar with that site. Lots of fun. Seb, your work is fantastic. Don't read into that email too much.