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alleyoop

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  1. Interesting. Thank you. Just a few legitimate reports but certainly enough to confirm a problem and issue a recall. It must be a challenge for these manufacturers to manage the quality of components (like this universal joint) provided by contracted suppliers. I wonder if they have a contract clause whereby the supplier reimburses for faulty part costs.
  2. I had my local Honda dealer order the recall kit and schedule a service appointment. I visited the dealer yesterday, and the new shaft was installed in about two hours. I now feel more healthy, wealthy, and sexy. And the bike goes twice as fast. P.S. I was wondering: has anyone ever heard of this universal joint failing? What prompted the recall?
  3. I think the message is professional, informative, and helpful. The service staff are likely very busy. And the service person went to the trouble to search their purchase or repair records for your motorcycle then write you a through letter, showing what they need from you and how they would proceed. I'm no fan of dealers. But I'd be happy to get that message from my local Honda dealer. Cheers
  4. 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.
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