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All too common, and easy, to blame the plastic tubes, when more likely the o-rings were compromised during assembly, or were assembled into dirty recesses. The tubes are very tough unless forced during handling. You'll need to try again, unfortunately. If you need just the o-rings, I can help…for cheap: https://v4dreams.com/products.html

I've done several of these tanks. Before we go any further….The technique I use here is the same sequence the factory used. I learned this the hard way (like everything, it seems). The problem is that the decals have a certain amount of translucence. If applied anywhere over the blue/white border line you will see that line through the decal. The stage you're at is not the point at which you need to locate the decal. Here's the sequence: Prep and paint the entire tank blue. After a few days, lightly scuff the whole tank with a gray scuff pad. Apply the stripe & wing decal. I do this with some basic measurements: one at the front of the stripe and one at the rear (where your belt buckle would scratch the tank) and marked with pieces of tape. Wet the tank and decal and begin applying, moving it around as necessary — this is the most nerve-wracking thing you will do this year. Sight from the side and the rider's position (for side-to-side symmetry). When you're happy, squeegee the decal in place. About a week later, mask off the upper half of the tank along the bottom of the stripe (look closely at the original paint photos above to see how Honda did this) and spray the white. In a few hours you can carefully un-mask and spray the entire thing with clear. This is why I have a professional do this, though he's not willing to apply the decal 😉 BYW, the headlight fairing is done in the opposite sequence — the entire fairing is first painted white > decal > mask > blue > clear.

I have four new Emgo mirrors I've never unpackaged. These are very good quality and look like OEM. I've used Emgo mirrors several times on my Gen3 & Gen4 projects. Prices include shipping to CONUS. (1) $23 VFR800 2002-08 Right Emgo part# 20-37351 (1) $23 VFR800 2002-08 Left Emgo part# 20-37352 (1) $20 VFR750 & 800 1990-99 Right faux carbon fiber w/rubber "boot." EMGO Part # 20-87071. CBR/VFR Fits: VFR750F 1990-97 • VFR800 1998-99. Also fits: • CBR1000F 1993-1996 • CBR600F2 1991-1994 • CBR600F3 1995-1998 (fitment per Emgo, not in packaging) (1) $15 Fold-away for dual-sport use: the mirror folds completely away for off-road use, keeping it away from damage in a fall; flip it back and you're ready for the street. I had one on my dual-sport but never mounted the second one. 10mm mount right or left side. Emgo #20-64580 joe.nelson@ymail.com

I've finally completed my personal 1993 project. Rescued from a certain death sentence, I've brought it back to be my personal everyday bike. If interested, here's a short post on her story: http://v4dreams.com/shop-blog/my-v4-dream

$7800 I'm offering my beautiful Honda 750 V-4 Interceptor. This bike has a unique history — originally supplied by Honda UK as one of three Press Fleet bikes for the 1986 introduction of the new VFR Interceptor. Accompanied by a white and a red example, these three bikes were used for road tests, magazine shoots, etc. When that assignment was completed, a staff member of "Motor" magazine, Rex, requested to purchase one of the bikes. Honda agreed, and Rex chose the blue — this very bike. The following year Rex accepted a position with Ford in Detroit and shipped the VFR to Michigan. After lots of bureaucratic haggling the bike was successfully imported with a Michigan title. Rex kept the bike for the next 37 years and 18,000 miles till he offered it to me last year with the promise that I would refurbish it for its next 37 years and find its next caretaker. This VFR: With 18,161 miles, this bike has had a full mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment. My goal is always to retain as much originality as possible while bringing the bike as a whole up to whatever standard I can achieve — in this case I would put it at a 9 out of 10. ALL of the mechanical systems are inspected, repaired, replaced, rebuilt; whatever was needed (a partial list is below). Cosmetically, I chose to professionally repaint the wheels and both large side fairings along with several small parts. The rest of the paintwork is original, to my knowledge; color-sanded, buffed and polished. The bike has a few small flaws, which I photographed as well as I could and are included in a detailed photo album (see link below). The seat vinyl wasn't up to the rest of the bike so it was professionally recovered in the correct color and texture. The electrical system is inspected, cleaned and works flawlessly. This bike has the Euro handlebar switchgear with a few extra features, compared to the US models, and several other differences. The only significant modification are the aftermarket SuperTrapp slip-on mufflers. To import the bike, Rex needed to replace the mufflers with US-spec mufflers and in the ensuing years the originals were lost. These SuperTrapps are in near-perfect condition with hi-heat powder coat on the black pipes and many hours spent refurbishing the aluminum mufflers. They are tunable and I have the additional discs to allow future changes. And they allow that unique V-4 music — they sound great. My background: I've operated V4 Dreams (.com) for the past 15 years, rescuing and re-homing classic V-4 Hondas. This bike is #42 and will be one of my final projects. Included are all the importation documentation, my work & parts receipts, original UK owners manual, tool kit, Clymer service manual and two keys. The Illinois title is clear and clean, in my name. Some of the service items: Carburetors rebuilt/tuned/synced Spark plugs Valve adjustment Compression check Oil/filter change w/Honda oil Hardwired stator connector Full silicone coolant hose replacement w/Honda coolant New tires; Bridgestone BT46, original sizes Rebuild forks with Progressive brand springs Upgraded steering head bearings All hydraulics fully rebuilt; brakes, clutch Venhill stainless brake lines, in black OEM fuel petcock replaced, new fuel lines/filter Many misc. fairing fasteners replaced Disassembly to frame & engine, full detailing No disappointments, contact me with questions. Thanks for your interest. Joe joe.nelson@ymail.com Photos: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBv3u8

$110 including shipping. I have a 1986-87 VFR 700/750 tail light fairing assembly in need of a new home. As you can see, it's been repainted red at some point — the paint is OK condition. Amazingly, no cracks, missing tabs, repairs or other apparent damage. $110 includes shipping to lower 48 states (shipping is $45 as it's a large box). Joe, 6O8-8O7-7829, joe.nelson@ymail.com

SOLD New, never installed set of MOTO-CNC bar risers to fit the RC24/26, 37mm forks. CNC machined aluminum, silver anodized, 20mm rise, made in UK. Quick and easy install using stock brake lines, throttle cables and electrical. Can be installed or removed in ten minutes. $100 includes shipping to CONUS, inquire for outside the U.S. MOTO-CNC: https://moto-cnc.com/handlebar-risers/vfr-750-risers/vfr750-risers-37mm-forks joe.nelson@ymail.com

I have actually modified a CA (non-vented) cap on the 49-state (non-vented) tank…I just drill a tiny hole upward through the cap, exiting under the key flap. Doesn't leak or smell, but accomplishes the venting function.

I wanted to highlight our OEM wheel maker, Enkei, on my personal VFR, but a search for suitable decals turned up nothing that would apply to a motorcycle wheel rim, so I had my own made. The trick is to get the curvature just right so I supplied my vinyl guy a 17" wheel and he matched it perfectly. I like the subtle custom look that these decals provide and they're easily removable, if desired. I sized the decals at 12mm (1/2") high to fit the outer flat of the wheel and added directional arrows…just because. The length is 52mm (2") including the arrow, which can be easily deleted by snipping it off before installing. Die-cut individual letters, will fit 16 to 18-inch rims. I wanted red to complement my painted factory directional arrows on the rear wheel, and red compliments most wheel colors. I had 100 of each direction made to keep the cost reasonable — priced at $2 each or $15 for a complete set of eight, enough to do both wheels. Shipping included to anywhere in the world. This is only slightly above my cost to produce and ship these. Returns (unused) accepted at your expense (60¢) for full refund. If interested, contact Joe: joe.nelson@ymail.com

My go-to grips: https://www.biltwellinc.com/collections/recoil …and I add heating elements.

I also show an easy way to do this on my "Maintenance" page: http://v4dreams.com/maintenance.html

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$500 outright including shipping to CONUS. Exchange credit for your old carbs. I have a set of freshly cleaned, inspected and sync'd carbs for the '86-87 VFR700/750. VITON fuel tube seals, pilot screw o-rings and bowl gaskets, TYGON fuel line, new #40 low-speed jets (for better low-speed rideability), new OEM #118 main jets, full ultrasonic cleaning, tested and tuned on a running bike. These are ready to install and ride away. I can add a jet kit if desired for the cost of the kit plus $20 labor. Exchange: I will pay $100 for your rebuildable carb set, or $50 for an incomplete/not rebuildable set for use as parts. "Rebuildable" means the set is complete, and the throttle/butterflys and choke mechanisms are free, not frozen. I will pay shipping (CONUS) one-way for your exchange set. I have 15 years experience rebuilding these carb sets, please visit my website; V4Dreams.com Contact me for more information: joe.nelson@ymail.com 6O8-8O7-7829 call or text. PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, Cash

$55 includes shipping. I have four carb bodies which, to my limited knowledge, fit the VF700/750. I'm not familiar with the VF models, so any additional input is welcome. These aren't pretty, but I ran them through the ultrasonic cleaner for 40 minutes so you can see more clearly. All the throttle shafts move freely. Here's a list: 4 empty carb bodies 4 slide covers 4 bowl covers 8 float valve holders stamped 1.6 4 used float valves Misc new o-rings Misc choke/throttle linkage pieces 1 new float bowl gasket What you see is what you get. I can't represent any of this stuff, it's just been sitting on my shelf for several years (time to clean out some stuff). There's some pieces missing to make a complete set — again, whatever is pictured is what's available. For $55 I'll box it all up and ship to CONUS. Any farther equal mo' money. Let me know of any questions, thanks! joe.nelson@ymail.com

$30 Includes Shipping To CONUS Emgo 20-87071 Faux carbon Fiber Right Side Replacement Mirror for Honda CBR/VFR Fits: • VFR750F 1990-1997 • VFR800FI Interceptor 1998-1999 • CBR1000F 1993-1996 • CBR600F2 1991-1994 • CBR600F3 1995-1998 Aftermarket replacement mirror in faux carbon fiber. New, never used, right side, WITH rubber boot style stem (see photo) Glass size: 5 3/8 in x 3 1/4 in with a stem length of ~7 inch. Material: Faux carbon fiber plastic with rubber boot Method of Attachment: 50mm/2 in. fairing mount EMGO Part # 20-87071