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4th Gen. Vfr/cbr F4i Body Conversion
007 replied to Hobie1dog's topic in Third and Fourth Generation VFR's
Yes, just time and money. I have neither, so WYSIWYG <_< -
You really can't go wrong with the Veypor unit. Tiny but powerful. It really does everything a stock gauge can do plus more.
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I've never seen a better looking 6th gen! Wow thats nice. Is the owner a VFRD member?
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You guys are just going to keep posting all these cool mods until I do them all. So be it.....
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4th Gen. Vfr/cbr F4i Body Conversion
007 replied to Hobie1dog's topic in Third and Fourth Generation VFR's
Paint cost was $50, I just used the rattle cans since it only needs to last for the next year or so. The price quote from the local guy was $800 to repaint the whole bike whatever color I wanted, which I can't really afford right now. All in all, it looks decent and hasn't faded or cracked anywhere (yet) after about 2k miles. The pics were before I waxed and polished it, so it shines a little more now. When I get the above mods installed, I'll take some more pics. Race glass is usually cheaper because it doesn't have mounting brackets/holes. I was looking on ebay at a set of plastic for about that price but decided it wasn't worth the extra modification needed. The race glass needs to be modified to fit underneath the bike (see Marty's earlier post), something I wasn't going to do myself or pay someone to do. I like my centerstand where it is, and I'd rather spend my few minutes of free time riding :thumbsup: -
4th Gen. Vfr/cbr F4i Body Conversion
007 replied to Hobie1dog's topic in Third and Fourth Generation VFR's
A summary of parts purchased for the project, for those of you thinking about jumping on this (not including radiator and forks, which I was also fortunate enough to need to replace): F4i Fairing Bracket $48 (new) F4i Mirror Bracket $84 (new) F4i headlight $200 (used) F4i Windshield - Lockhart Speedscreen V2 $70 F4i aftermarket Targa upper $300 F4i lowers $240 (ebay, used) F4i Front V-fairing $20 (used) F4i Ram air covers (2) $30 F4i Intake scoops $20 F4i Wiring harness $51 F4i Left hand bar switch $36 flushmount turn signals $23 Veypor speedo/tach $288 (ebay) Total = 1410 This isn't terrible considering you will probably pay more to replace all this with stock parts (even used). Plus, I think it looks a million times better, although it could still use some NACA ducts :goofy: The more I think about it, I'll probably leave my rear end the way it is and just have the whole thing painted red to finalize the project. Well, after SS brake lines, shift kit, RaceTech springs and Gold valve kit, voltmeter, rim stripes, and Tankslapper are installed, it will be finished! -
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From the album: VFR with F4i bodywork
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You're all nuts :goofy: I agree that the black cans need some other black components so they don't get lonely. It would look sweet with black rims and frame - sorta goofy looking as it is. Guess this makes me nuts too!
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Group buy for 25% off for all gens until July 15, 2007: http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=33515 Any install reports for other gens will be welcome! Marc at Factory Pro says he will post them on his website if you do a tutorial with pics. Major bonus points to anyone with a video of an install.
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4th Gen. Vfr/cbr F4i Body Conversion
007 replied to Hobie1dog's topic in Third and Fourth Generation VFR's
A few things I've noticed since riding again, now with the new F4i bodywork on it: 1. I remembered the bike being fast, but it seems to really move now. Weight savings are probably playing a huge part (although I doubt I cut more than 20-30 lbs or so). 2. Heat from the engine is increased - probably because the grills on the F4i plastic are larger and allow more heat dissipation. Better for engine cooling, better for cold rides, not so good in the heat. 3. The Veypor unit rocks, and I haven't played with most of the extra functions. Haven't tested it in the rain and know nothing about long-term reliability, but it has all the tools so far. 4. I'll say it again, the Veypor unit rocks. 5. Coolmax compression shirts help a lot with #2 above. I received them in the mail on a couple days ago, and basically tested one out all day today with my Hein Gericke mesh jacket. If you don't mind looking like a sausage, they're worth it - like having an air conditioner in your jacket. We were stuck in line at a sobriety check point this afternoon for about 10 minutes. It was about 75 degrees, but with all the gear on I didn't even break a sweat (of course it helped I hadn't been drinking :goofy:). 6. I'm totally addicted to riding. The acceleration, the twisties, the sound of the V4, the sound of the V4, and the sound of the V4. 7. Nobody sees black bikes. They had trouble with the red, but it made a difference. Two cages pulled out in front of me today, once even when I was following Dirtydizzogg in relatively close riding formation. The guy looked right through me, and then pulled out. I may have to move the Stebel Nautilus up on the shopping list. -
4th Gen. Vfr/cbr F4i Body Conversion
007 replied to Hobie1dog's topic in Third and Fourth Generation VFR's
Thank you again for your forks and front fender! Worked like a charm, and don't seem too bad even though I thought you had a good number of miles on them. Still trying to give away your triple tree and calipers to somebody since I didn't need them, but apparently there isn't anybody who needs them. :unsure: May I also direct your attention to my silly question about brake pedal height adjustment - seems like mystery to me. All help welcome http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=33833 -
That's just wrong!!! :lol: :lol: Can't you get away with parking anywhere anyway? Taking up a handicapped space seems like going out of your way to displace some poor handicapped fool who needs to park his cage there! At least when you park there, you have something in common with the other handicapped drivers - you probably shouldn't be on the road in your condition :goofy: j/k bro - glad you're back in the saddle. Heal up quick!
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From a future physician, that totally rules. Heal up quick!
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4th Gen. Vfr/cbr F4i Body Conversion
007 replied to Hobie1dog's topic in Third and Fourth Generation VFR's
Veypor VR2 dash. Its so freaking tiny - I think the bike lost about 10lbs just replacing the gauges. Check out the neutral and oil dummy lights (JB's personal touch)! Now to find somewhere to test out all the functions, like the dyno simulator, drag coefficient, 0-60 timed run, etc. Marty, get some of your pics on here, man! -
Yeah, how does this work? I thought you needed a clear path for the detectors to do their job.
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One thing to keep in mind: if you go down, the pegs do a nice job keeping your tail fairing and muffler off the pavement.
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Joe Foe: any update on your 4th gen evo star install?