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Yes, and I've always done that previously, even though not actually specified in the SM, but as they always gradually seize up, I wondered if lubricating would reduce or prevent this.

Mine is very difficult to adjust, requiring a hammer which often rounds off the indents in the hub. Tried to remove the 46mm nut this weekend. Even a 4ft lever wouldn't shift it. I suspect the difference may be down to our differing climates.

Is that what you do?

It doesn't specify that the surfaces should be greased, so that implies dry and I've always left them dry, was just asking out of interest.

I'm about to replace the drive chain and both sprockets on my 2018 VFR800X and thought I might as well clean up the mating surface of the axle bearing holder and swingarm. Mine has gotten harder and harder to adjust the chain so it definitely needs it but is it a dry fit or would applying some grease help? I'm thinking not as that will just attract dust etc and ruin the mating surface. Just asking. Thanks.

THIS happened on my 08 6th Gen following a main dealer service. I'm guessing the collar dropped out as the cam cover was placed back in position and the mechanic didn't notice. Anyway, several weeks, several oil top ups later and I went out on a ride with some mates who complained I was spraying their visors with oil from the exhaust. Took the cam covers off and realised what had happened. Found the offending collar lodged below in one of the oil runs, luckily it hadn't made its way towards any moving parts.

I changed my seat years ago to an aftermarket one but do recall there was an amount of separation. Sorry I can't be of more assistance, I'm sure a current OEM seat owner will be along soon to confirm or not.

Hiflo website doesn't show a 3rd filter type for a VFR1200F DCT, just oil and air.

Nice bike, welcome

Oh, so you want to be able to remove the centre stand quickly. Now it makes sense.

Quicker than what? Sorry, just struggling to understand.

If you want to flash the ecu, speak with Stefan on FB, he flashes 1200 ecus remotely. He has a lot of experience. I think there's a link in my signature (sorry, sat on a cruise boat on Budapest with a free bar right now

Hi Goldcrown, have you checked the downloads section? There's certainly a 1200F SM there, maybe includes DCT info.

I'd change dealers if I were you.

Tbh, I can't recall, it was 9 years ago. Sorry.

I found the suspension lacking despite me not being a particularly fast rider, was running wide on exit from fast corners, especially 2-up. I took mine to MCT in Stowmarket. He had previously done other VFR1200s, one for a m8 who was a police pursuit qualified rider and so after a test ride of his, the decision was easy. New internals for the forks, bespoke from MCT and a Wilbers rear shock, all adjusted for my riding style and requirements. Never looked back, handles like a fettled Gen 6, albeit still noticeably more mass. The engine, brakes, suspension combo is now superb. Is that what you wanted?

My thought was the PCB behind the dash but Grum is the best to ask.

Hi Doggy, welcome to the site I'm useless with electrics but our resident expert, Grum, will be along shortly I'm sure just need him to wake up first (he lives down under ).

Hi and welcome. That 800 looks beautiful, do you have any more shots?

Yes, it can take a little time. Keep us in touch with how it's going please.

Nice bike. FSH? That's Full Service History? If not, I'd grab my spanners and start looking at valve shim check, new oils, fluids etc, flush brake lines, check pads, suspension, electrics (as above), filters, spark plugs but I must admit it does look in well kept condition. Enjoy!

Hi and welcome. Which model VFR do you own? Could you post some pictures please?

Welcome, please feel free to post some pics. My babies in my sig below plus a baby Merc SLC.

Just found this, looks distinctly like a RWB 6th Gen.