Crowen

I use Flash Fire Coatings just outside of Toronto in Courtice ON. Small shop, excellent service and great results. I know several bike shops that use them for everything. This is is for an 88 Hawk GT project. They also did the rims on my 95 VFR in gloss black.

Congrats! I'm in almost the same boat; 55, kids not self sufficient but close. Mortgage got paid off so there are no more reasons why I can't own some toys!

Yes, I'm 195 lb and I hear you. The front end suspension (probably RaceTech springs with Gold valves) is my next step this winter (Oh Canada...) along with a VFRness and a few other necessary upgrades such as SS braided brake lines. I have actually been collecting bits and pieces for this Gen for several years waiting for the right bike to come along. I have a complete set of red tupperware and tank in good condition, 2 Corbin seats and the doughnut backrest for one, a set of Helibar risers, and other bits and pieces. Yesterday was the first day out and I had a grin the whole time! 😀

Apologies as this is my first post but I am more of a gleaner if information... After a long time (and many bikes) I am now back on a 750 VFR. Although I have owned three Gen 3s in the past, this is my first Gen 4. I bought it 2 years ago and was mostly original, (including the chain) at 44,000km. It has been through several owners, but all had enough ability to keep it garaged when not in use, so no sun fading. I've done a bit of maintenance (X chain with 16/45 gears, powder coated the rims and new skins, carb rebuild). I was able to source a Staintune high mount (as-new from a friend) for a very nice sound. Still a bit of work to do but nearing retirement, this is going to be a keeper. Thank you all for the information you have posted. It has been very helpful.