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Ah, got it 👍 Looking at the other picture I thought the front edge on the lower fairing was also a bit tilted backwards. I am sure it is going to look nice.

Here are the Honda versions I like to use. Incorporated "shoulder" so it can be torqued and not crush/crack bodywork. Thru single piece of Honda plastic: Thru 2 pieces of bodywork (like a seat cowl):

May as well add... since I pull the fender off and on several times a season... I like these Honda collars to protect the paint on the fenders. Also helps from cracking... I like the combination of nylon washer, collar, then fastener.... for grins, I used Titanium wide flange from Pro-Bolt...(yeah, I'm nutz) Fender mounted.. Another tip..since I never use the Frankenbolt, this combination also works as a replacement in that spot. Used a rubber washer instead of nylon... Cheerz all

This ^^^^ I was working at Road America this past weekend and talking to a guy with a clean 5th Gen. He had a few typical tasty mods done and commented how he hated the yellow looking headlight? LED ? I asked. He said no way !!! LED headlights is what burns up all the electrics on these VFR's. So the bad / mis-info is far and wide.

For sale is a 2000 Honda VFR800 that I have owned since September of 2019. I have been riding the bike less and less over the last couple years and have decided to sell it, hopefully finding a home with someone who will have more time to enjoy this special motorcycle. Most of the folks on here are aware, but this is from the 5th Generation of the VFR, produced from 1998-2001, with 2000 being the only year the bike was produced in yellow. This is the last generation that was produced with the iconic gear driven cams. Throughout my time owning this bike, it has always been stored inside and always kept on a battery tender when I was not riding it. This bike has been completely gone through from top to bottom since I have owned it and it is 100% sorted. The bike has just over 25,000 miles now, about 3,000 of which I have put on the bike since I have owned it. Over the last 1,500-2,000 miles, the bike has received the following updates: Suspension: The bike has received Daugherty Motorsports suspension, with BD20 fork cartridges and a BD40 rear shock (with reservoir). This suspension is fully adjustable and completely transformed the way the bike feels. The components DMr uses are high end - HYPERCO spring on the rear shock, beautifully machined metal, and gorgeous anodizing. When the bike was disassembled to install these new components, everything was cleaned. Brakes: The entire braking system on this bike was cleaned, serviced, and every caliper and master cylinder seal and o ring has been replaced. The bike received Galfer stainless steel braided brake lines and EBC brake pads, along with fresh fluid. In addition to the peace of mind knowing the whole braking system was refreshed, this has completely transformed the way the brakes feel. Exhaust: The bike came with the desirable Staintune muffler, but I have also added a set of headers that were produced by a fabricator in WA for a handful of years. Since much of the discussion around these headers took place here, folks on this forum are likely aware of the small batches of these headers that were hand built, modeled after the discontinued Two Brothers Racing headers that were originally made for this bike. These headers save weight and improve airflow. My plan was to originally add a Power Commander and have this dyno tuned, but never made it that far. Electrical: These bikes are notorious for having electrical issues so every wire and connector has been gone through to make sure nothing was burned or melted and that all connections are solid. This process included adding a VFRness, as well as a new Reg/Rec and stator. This bike was converted to a lithium ion battery and compatible Reg/Rec. Other mods and maintenance: Sargent seat Zero Gravity smoke wind screen Frankenstein bolts for easy removal of cowl Battery tender Voltage meter New headlight bulbs Coolant system flushed Pirelli Angel GT tires (~70% of life left on them) Throttle bodies sync’d Valves checked and in spec This bike is mechanically perfect, with a few minor cosmetic scratches. The previous owner dripped the bike in his driveway which left some scratches, but NONE of the plastic is cracked. I have included photos of the scratches, as well as some blemishes the previous owner used yellow paint to cover up. As you can see by the photos, you need to get very close to the bike to see the imperfections. Overall this bike is 100% sorted and ready to ride with zero deferred maintenance. Asking $5500. Feel free to reach out with any questions. PM me or email me at dwbandler@gmail.com. -David

I don't want "more." I just want to ensure that I don't create any electrical issues. Seems like any LED would be fine. Any recommendations?

Congratulations on that beautiful 5th gen. and welcome to the forum! 🙂

I have very similar feelings. I did an overnight trip this weekend to SE Ohio, home of most of the best twisty roads in the state. It has been a while since I did any real sport-riding, and rather than push it, I rode more conservatively than usual. I think as I get older I'm less willing to risk it all just to go 5-10% faster. I'm not racing, after all. Just looking to go reasonably quick and to ride as smoothly as possible, practicing good technique into, through, and out of corners.

You can get plenty of led bulbs that dont dazzle. 60/55 is standard UK spec. Is your spec different?

According to Haynes: Not sure where I got the Haynes manual, because I've never owned a 6th-gen, but it (or the Honda Owner's Manual) might be in the downloads section of this very forum. Welcome to Ol' Blighty, and good luck! Ciao, JZH

Looks great! This is why I have a 3D printer (which is, er, still in the box, waiting for me to move into my new garage...) Don't forget to use anti-seize on the threads. Ciao, JZH

I've long since stopped worrying about the dodgy parts other people fit to their bikes, but if you're happy to blast "ultrabright" light out in all directions from your reflector headlights, 60/55 vs 45/45 is probably not going to be an issue! Okay, I know you're referring to electrical system loading, but that's only really an issue when the OEM design did not include a relay for low beam, e.g., JDM 400s, because unless rewired to add a relay, all the headlight power goes through the headlight switch, which wasn't designed for that. US-spec Hondas have always used two relays, so your wiring should be fine. Of the three eBay links, the last one is probably the least likely to blind oncoming nighttime semi drivers, since the manufacturer has at least appeared to think about focusing the light output, although you won't know how well they did until you pop them in and illuminate an appropriate wall to check the beam pattern. Good luck! Ciao, JZH

Hi folks, As above - I have a set of these (taken from my '06 Versys 650 when I sold it,guy didn't want them...🤷‍♂️) From what I can see of them on the Sw Motech site,the racks themselves appear to be the same for all bikes only the mounting plates to bikes differ. Has anyone on here had any success modifying the plates or know of a fitting kit available anywhere? I know it can be done (anything can be made fit with enough effort/time/money 😂) Though it may end up cheaper to buy a givi/kappa rack in the end - ideally I hope to get this to fit as the quick release is handy (would be a shame to mar the looks with a permanent rack) Also - has anyone here made up a top bok mount mounted from the grab handle mounts? Ideally I'd like something not hanging off the back of the bike - more directly over the tail and a bit of the seat. If anyone has any pictures or links be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance, Sean.

It was definitely worth the return trip /diesel cost... I don't think there's much to compare it to sound wise - definitely not from it's era anyway!

Yup, that's what I'm looking to do. I understand what you mean, but it is because I chose to take my line straight along the curve of the back seat, like so I'm not sure if that's gonna look right or dumb, I guess I'll have to see later 😬 Thanks for the heads up though !

Welcome! Fine looking silver 5th gen! Nice!

Welcome, Sean That's a clean-looking bike! The high-mount Micron is an excellent can. Kudos to whoever bought it.

Looks like the angle of the front of the black panel of the seatcover doesn' t match the angle of the black panel of the rear lower side fairing. I guess this is close to what you are aiming for?

Hi folks, Just thought I'd check in as a new member/Vfr owner! Picked up this beaut yesterday in Northern Ireland... '98 , 13.5k miles. Mot till Mar '26 (not needed here in Ireland tbh but a nice indication of roadworthiness!) Previous owner bought it @10 months old and all credit to him, it's in brilliant condition for a 27yr old machine - paint on the fork legs is flaking a tiny bit and a tiny bit on the rhs heat shield, apart from a small crack on the mudguard & a few small marks...it's very good I'm a very happy camper 😃 Came with everything it should (tool kit & c spanners,owners manual etc) seat cowl,an after market Screen, carbon hugger. €2500 - a bit of haggling was done to get him down to that due to tyre age...I wasn't going to risk riding 200 miles on old tyres despite them looking ok + passing the Mot - front was from '04 rear '14. No chance. Got the tyres done on the way back down in Dublin (@ €320 fitted). So by the time I pay registration tax,motor tax and get a plate made, a shade over €3k. Pretty happy with that if I'm honest! Abm superbike conversion kit ordered today too - was out today for a few hours, for me it'll be essential. Looking into something to lower the pegs too! Micron carbon can is just epic - engine has just the best sound ... Was in Ballymoney last weekend for the Joey Dunlop 25th celebration when I had my eye on this - was lucky enough to be right in front of the tent when they started one his race Rc45's. Pretty much decided there and then I had to get the closet thing I could. Have not been disappointed with the sound. It is glorious. Looking forward to gleaning as much info as I can from here! Quick looksie shows there's a wealth of knowledge 👌 Regards, Sean

Got up early and went for a long twisty one. I decided it was going to be a day spent trying to work on my vision and regaining some flow in my riding while staying in complete control, and I feel like I accomplished that. I will never be the rider I was before I switched to dirt so many years ago, but I can apply some old man wisdom to my current riding and be a lot smoother and safer than I ever was 🤷‍♂️ Now I just need to learn to take pictures of the bike from a different angle 🫥

Slightly afraid to revive this...but one of my 1998 VFR headlights died yesterday. Is there any reason not to replace one or both with a newer plug 'n play LEDs? https://www.ebay.com/itm/126017707640 https://www.ebay.com/itm/126360339156 Is it okay to go 60/55 if they're LEDs instead of 45 45 without any troubles? https://www.ebay.com/itm/374944590245

Got a new helmet; left the pricey Shoei's at home and enjoyed, thoroughly, an open face lid again. Awesome. Took the bike down some of my favorite roads; that means little to no paint on the road and speed signs that indicate 40-60 Km/Hr curves which I simply Americanize into M.P.H. and then add a bit to get the true recommended speed. Oh yes, and picture of my 1999 VFR.