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There was the shaft drive recall so check that was done and older bikes generally = more miles = more issues. 1st, 2nd (+3rd in UK) and 6th gears all have an ECU power restriction. Perhaps it was that which underwhelmed you. It can be removed.

I sympathise with your issue here, but the VFR1200 you speak of is not remotely the same as my experience of mine or the 2 VFR1200s my mates ride. There are 2 areas where you may find the issue/solution: The bike - not heard of a VFR1200 acting like this but it is NOT NORMAL. Either you have a suspension issue and/or a tyre issue. The Rider - either your expectations are not aligned with the rest of us who find the bike awesome, your riding style and/or your experience (linked to expectation). Do you have anyone you know who owns a 1200 that you could swap bikes with and see if it's the bike or you? Whichever it is I hope you are able to sort it as the VFR1200 is an outstanding motorcycle. Feels safe at whatever speed and angle of bank right up to the limit of the tyre.

Must admit I struggled with the suspension when I first got mine. Completely changed when I had it upgraded. Not cheap but worth every penny.

I rate the Metzeller Roadtec 01SE, used them on all my VFRs (HW on the 1200). If you can't get Michellin, try these

I don't think Givi bags fit the Crossie, they interfere with the bars at full lock. SW Motech do however.

Hi, and welcome. Sounds a lot like the old regulator/rectifier issue - clock resetting on engine start button press is the giveaway. Someone more technically minded than me will be along soon to confirm but I think you will need a new r/r and probably worth replacing the battery too. Hope you get her sorted soon.

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Oil and filter change and brake bleed on my VFR800X 39835 miles.

Good morning/evening Hamzau and welcome. I have a 2001 VFR800Fi-1 and a 2018 VFR800X. I have removed the snorkel, flapper and PAIR systems on my 01 and I think the bike is better for it, runs smoother at lower revs (yes, SV sync is the major influence here) and sounds better (snorkel removal) due to the increased volume in the intake roar. I haven't touched these on my 800X as I don't know whether they will have the same effect as on the old bike/ECU but the X rides much smoother anyway so I haven't felt the need to do it. Any recommendations for the above are purely personal, in the end it's your decision.

Great investment

Centre of each leg = 20cm. If you include the arm, it's 40cm. I have Helibars fitted so can't help you there. Hth

Welcome. Nice bike, easy to look after and will last a lifetime.

I fitted leds to my 5th Gen and they're fine, so a serviceable PCB will support them so either the issue is your PCB or the leds.

Cheap Chinese led's???

Grabby might suggest some tlc is required. I stripped the calipers, new rubbers, fluid etc and fitted stainless hoses. Brakes are excellent now.