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Graham Vfr
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 17 ก.พ. 2007
Motorcycles have pretty much been my life since I was very young, starting on the road in 1973 with a Yamaha fizzy.
Thought I would try to put a bit back to TH-cam, having gained lots of help from it over the years. My aim is for the channel to be quite laid back, just
like a bike chat between enthusiasts, at bike meets etc.
Thought I would try to put a bit back to TH-cam, having gained lots of help from it over the years. My aim is for the channel to be quite laid back, just
like a bike chat between enthusiasts, at bike meets etc.
Honda Vfr 1200, licence loser ????.. see links in description.
Another anecdotes about deceptive speed on Vfr..see link
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Honda Vfr 1200, mini tour bikes.
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Quick channel update on 2 day lincs/ Norfolk mini tour.
Ducati Streetfighter V2 impression...Brash loud and lairy!!!…..says an old duffer .
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My thoughts on my friends , smaller (V2 not V4)but no less mental Streetfighter.
Vfr 1200 Fastest shaft drive... nearly!!
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chat about powerful shaft drive bikes.
Honda Vfr 1200 4 Yr Review and Running Costs!
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Honda Vfr 1200 4 Yr Review and Running Costs!
Toyota Yaris Hybrid Touring Economy...see links in description!
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Toyota Yaris Hybrid Touring Economy...see links in description!
Top 5 Things I love about Honda Vfr 1200.
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Top 5 Things I love about Honda Vfr 1200.
Review of Kawasaki KZ 750 Brake light switch
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Review of Kawasaki KZ 750 Brake light switch
Toyota Yaris Hybrid, 1 year economy review. See links in description
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Toyota Yaris Hybrid, 1 year economy review. See links in description
Honda Vfr 1200 Top Box.....see link in comment.
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Honda Vfr 1200 Top Box.....see link in comment.
Honda Vfr 1200 Problem Preload Adjuster
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Honda Vfr 1200 Problem Preload Adjuster
Honda Vfr 1200 Advanced where it matters!!
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Honda Vfr 1200 Advanced where it matters!!
Nice one. If I don't ride much in the off season and the bike hasn't been primed for a month or two, then the prime pump makes a different noise at first. Maybe fuel has drained back out of it or fuel gets gummed up. If I prime the bike every week or two then I don't get that sound.
@@Audace1400 Cheers, thanks again 👍
I miss my VFR so much! Great video
@@alfiefranklin7831 Thank you, I get quite a lot of folk telling me they miss their Vfr..
Нашёл про слайдера. Спасибо.
@@teammate-o1t Ah good you found it 👍👍
Здравствуйте как закреплены слайдера по бокам?
@@teammate-o1t th-cam.com/video/Mk2Gd7Brl_w/w-d-xo.htmlsi=2LS402JJUVFghTdW
94mph in second... dont ask!
@@TheSudsy I won't haha 🚔
Had to do the top one today, bit fiddly but not as bad as I thought. Was done in about 5 mins. I do work on classic minis though where you need 4 arms and need to bend into 3 positions upside down with the sunlight right in your eyes for a lot of jobs :-)
@@flatinsixth Haha well I'm sure you have had lots of awkward stuff then, nice one 😁
Yeah Graham i often look down at the the speed and yes 3 figure speeds come very fast its done so easy they are so easy to ride its the mid range grunt of that v4 i find the same with 2 750 vfrs i have yes not as quick as the 12 but enough power for the road my 1200 is better with the double buble screen on very little wind blast just tuck in and enjoy the ride .
@@andyrawlings5369 pleased to hear new screen is working well. Even easier to go toooo fast haha. 👍
BMW k is trouble… abs & electronics. I got an FJR 1309, but thinking bout more power.. skipping to a VFR 1200. I used to ride an hayabusa as a tourer with Superbike steer. It also was tuned for more power in lower revs. Nothing rides like a busa in low revs, specially tuned.
@@Jandejongjong Yes the reports of issues on BMW were a concern. Hard to argue with the sheer might if that hyabusa engine 👍. Thanks for the input!.
My country doesn't take licences, they prefer making money from fines. (South Africa) 🤣 I was traveling on a short stretch of highway near where I live on my way to work early in the morning, I was accelerating past traffic to overtake, looked down at my speedometer and it was 150kmh, then because I had a massive empty stretch ahead of me I kept accelerating and in just a few seconds I looked down at 230kmh, barely even felt as fast as it was. Fortunately the highways I travel on don't have any speed traps. The only speeding fines i've had in recent years were going 80 in 60 zones going to my previous job last year, but that was on my previous 1200cc bike which actually felt faster than it was because it was a naked bike with 0 wind protection.
Thank you for your input from south Africa 👍. Yes we have a combination of fines and points on licence. Usually 3 points for speeding (can be more) or a speed awareness course may be offered instead. 12 points means you may lose your licence for a given period of time. Stay lucky🤞.
@@Grahamvfr I think there is a point system that applies but it gets negated if you pay the fines. It's not actually made clear to us, but i've never heard of anyone losing their licence.
Indeed. It cruises so comfortably at 190kmph that you don't feel it.
lol I have the DCT model and in Sport mode it automatically changes to 6th gear around 180kmh. This bike is so happy riding in the 160-200 range effortlessly.
@@lolzforthewinzor Yep no problem 👍
Agree Graham, mine came with a higher 'touring' screen so haven't tried the standard, but do look down and find I'm going 20-30 kph faster than I thought and compared to my other Kawasaki. It does put a smile on my face 😁🤣😎
Yes it's not a bad problem to have I suppose hahaha. Cheers 👍👍
I find my VFR the same the comfort and engine noise as well the feel of the road on the bike I find i am easily going faster than the speed limit. The bike loves the breeze of the road
@@sashamuller7 It certainly does!!. Thank you for your interest 👍
Hi Graham. Does your 2nd gear also make that the clunck sound sometimes??
@@JpPattersons-kh3rp Well the funny thing is not many riders realise, but if you go from neutral to 2nd from cold, it still thumps in haha . However going from 1st to 2nd gear is noisier than other changes but no worse than my other bikes . Hope that helps.
Your right, I find myself doing 100 without realising on my way to work. Luckily its on very open back roads so there plenty of visibility so you can see any police a mile off.
@@barnysgaming Yea it's just so easy, but also great fun 😊😊😊
@@Grahamvfr I went from 12 years on 125's to the vfr1200 so often still think I neep full throttle for any attempt at overtaking, forgetting I've now got 10 time the power and I'm still young enough to do the odd stupid thing now and again (I do know what the top speed of my vfr is and it's very fast at getting to it).
@@barnysgaming Wow 125cc to a Vfr 1200 😳😳 , that's an eye opener . Fortunately I get a chance to stretch all my bikes legs on the autobahns (regularly visit Germany) so I can agree with you on the speed of the thing 😊. Thanks again for your input👍
Had this conversation just a few weeks ago ,this chap saying how disconcerting it was to gather speed on the VFR. Have always resisted fitting an aero-screen to mine so speed perception has never been an issue but I find it detracts from my enjoyment of the bike more nowadays ,may have to give in after 12 years of avoidance and fit one! Always found it worryingly easy to see big numbers with a Blackbird though and the VFR has the same ability to cosset!
@@cavalier-y3r Well it took me almost a biking lifetime to mess about with screen (it's a motorbike!!!! Haha), so it comes to us all. Blackbird definitely deceived, Only the online 4 aural tone suggesting speed more the v4. Cheers
@@Grahamvfr Just can't get passed the aesthetics of the thing, have had vfr 12s for as I mentioned 12years and racked up over 40.000mls now and still cannot bring myself to bite the bullet.
I've had a few tickets in Europe. Own fault of course, but you're right, it's easiily done on a VFR.
@@StuartLaw-y5h Been lucky over last 15 yrs, but had a few periods where Ive picked a few points up😏
yes you are right. it's easy to drive too fast with it. I changed the rear brakes today. and was out trying a little ride. and I was up to 150 km/h. like it was nothing
@@matte207 Haha yea too easy. Rear pads are first job for winter for me 👍
I bought Brembo brakes. there were original brakes before that had 1 mm left. we'll see. it probably takes a few miles before they get their correct braking capacity
So hard to decide. What’s your thoughts on the vfr800 model and bmw k models as alternatives?
@@robertvanreijswoud9351 I just wanted the shaft drive and extra torque/power of 1200 (I'm touring more) over the!800, although I love the look of the final 800. K1300s was a close call, as I mentioned on another video, but that V4 and Honda security (reliable peace of mind) sold it to me.
Hi Graham. I wonder if you can offer some advice regarding windscreen. I know you have fitted a £15 eBay special to the standard screen. I followed your lead and bought the same but it doesn’t seem to be doing much for me. I’m 5’10” and the wind blast is hitting me at the top of my shoulders but very squarely in the face. I know both Puig and Givi do slightly taller screens but I’m wondering if they will really make much difference. Are you aware of any manufacturers offering proper touring screens for the VFR1200F? Thanks
@@Hondarider01 It's all very odd isn't, how our sizes can have such an effect. Wondering if my Heli bars help with the deflection??. From all the comments I receive about screens, it seems the givi one (no idea which model) draws the most positive comments. Obviously our physical dimensions have such an affect overall,but would unlikely to get a specific make/ model if screen that suits all. Think I've just got lucky, in a Goldilocks way. Good luck 👍
Thanks Graham, I appreciate the reply.
Hi Greham, how much did you pay for your preload shock and was it new or second hand. Also where did you get it from many thanks. Tom
@@toma9246 Hi Tom. I was fortunate to get it from a friend of a friend, who's replaced his shock (after 10k miles) with a aftermarket nitron. However at the time I had noticed a decent one on eBay from a regular breakers at around £170 I think 🤔. th-cam.com/video/93J_ipi-YBE/w-d-xo.htmlsi=xdRVDcaQaw9YHcTY
IMHO its one of the most beautiful bikes ever made.
@@r.williamcomm7693 Yea I like the styling, can't believe it got some criticism. 👍
I’m looking at buying a second hand one. Got nearly 75k on the clock though, still looks beautiful. They would run double that though I’d say don’t you think?
@@robertvanreijswoud9351 Engine wise, I see lots with that sort of mileage, I'd be obviously be aware that the price reflects the mileage, and overall condition suggested decent previous owners. Usual precautions, may rattle about 30 secs after start up, (camchain noise, they all do it). And Abs light may flash on start (low battery) but should go out. Front discs can warp, move bike slowly with slight brake pressure. Bounce rear up and down, check there is movement in the suspension linkage (not an indication of bearings condition, but will show it's not seized). Pre load adjuster probably seized, but common issue. Check rear brake is operating the 2 pads on front left caliper....good luck 🤞
Like you say graham miles in saddle read the road ahead the vfr 1200f brakes will stop you very quickly aswell never been in a sitution where the A.b.s has kicked in .
@@andyrawlings5369 Thankfully neither has mine 👍👍
Not to bad in the top box
@@deanpalmer1261 yes, 29 litres each side pannier (offside just pinched a bit due to exhaust Intrusion)..31 litre topbox.
The VFR1200F is unforgettable.
@@dorstefan Yes , glad you think so too.
That’s a decent amount of clothing for Christmas left overs🎁😊
@@lbrowns32 my relatives are not very imaginative haha.
I’m a roller not a folder😂
@@lbrowns32 👍
Sounds perfect without that can on it
@@Audace1400 Yes the end can retains it's gentlemen's express role, without it you can feel it's race heritage.
Don't know why but this bike is suddenly calling me. Living in Las Vegas I'd like something fast, powerful and comfortable to get me across boring straight highways across the desert and up into the mountains. This might be the one.
@@Audace1400 It's ability to cover ground fast and effortlessly is astonishing. Just needs a tweak on the screen (hence my deflector). Las Vegas!!!!! Wow, I'm writing this from a cool wet September morning in north east England brrr.
@@Grahamvfr England? Nice I bet this bike can cross England faster than you can say Worzel Gummidge.
@@Audace1400 haha ye and even with Aunt Sally on the back . It's been a perfect tool for, crossing over into Europe and into the Alps 👍
@@Grahamvfr Yeah perfect mountain tamer. Well I am glad you found your dream bike. I'll have to try one. Im seeing some for sale from around $5K USD to $8K with 20,000 miles on the clock. Seems like good value for a lot of bike. I'd probably take a manual over the dct auto gearbox.
@@Audace1400 Good luck 👍😊
I picked up my 2021, low mileage (less than 10,000km) last week. Just came back from visiting a friend - a 145 km round trip - and the Toyota app tells me 82 mpg! I bloody love this car!!!!
@@grahamehedger4498 They are amazing little things, App for September figures so far are, 1,700 miles, 42% EV, mpg 75.5. 😊. 21,000 miles on it now since march 23.
Hi Graham. Have you done valve clearance as yet? Any videos
@@johnpetersen957 Well I'm sorry to disappoint, but my head is still buried deep in the sand. Whether over winter I find the courage, but who knows, I said that last winter 😏.
I always assume that everyone else is insane and will not see me. I anticipate as much as possible, prepare for the worst situation and drive defensive. That has kept me safe for almost 40 years and counting on more :). The VFR is also a bike which is more capable than me, so I always have spare 😀
@@hbor77 Indeed the old adage of "everyone is out there to get you" is a mindset that's hard to argue against. 👍👍
Great points, ride defensively, don't tailgate, respect cars, don't pass at high speed. I always have my bright lights on so I can be seen. Experience always helps reaction time. Love my VFR1200F...
@@markpeltier231 Thank you for input, it's very welcome 👍
Re: the hugger, have the same on my VFR12 , stones/chippings work down between swingarm and hugger forcing the hugger into the tyre. Fitting a taller spacer on the chain guard side (with longer screw) and applying a bead of silicone on top front edge of hugger(after remove/clean/refit) where it meets the swingarm to stop the stones helps. But it still warps due to heat from exhaust on long runs so I wedge a suitable item between the tyre and hugger after a run to re-shape , remembering to remove it before the next outing.
That's very interesting, I felt it may have warped due to heat. I am in process of fitting larger spacer, as you've done, also over winter I will slot the hole in the hole, to allow hugger to twist back away from r/h side of tyre.I appreciate your reassurance 👍
@@Grahamvfr Yes, forgot to mention that ! I did elongate the holes in arch of hugger to allow some adjustment in that area.👍
Haha, well said Graham.😊
@@StuartLaw-y5h cheers 👍
I have done some advanced stuff (car & bike related). My driving experience FAR greater than my experience on motorcycles. Despite the plus points of Roadcraft I have also used other material & techniques. I accept that Roadcraft & advanced organisations are not warmed to by all bikers (for a variety of reasons). Experience massively beneficial but exposure to close calls &/or riding on reflexes arguably carry risk(s) . Credible assessment &/or feedback can be of great value. Graham....You suggest advanced training not for you.......Why not try "Bike Safe" &/or an advanced group assesed ride (you might be pleasantly surprised) ????? As you probably know... private advanced training providers exist as well as recognised advanced organisations. BTW I agree with your typed comment re attitudes etc Thanks 👍🏍
@@AW8UK Yes I'd gathered from your previous comments, that you must have carried out some 'advanced' road work. Note I did stress the importance of combining training and experience) I did a Bikesafe day, way back in it's infancy around 20 yrs ago, but did the exact opposite (as many people do) and didn't ride as I normally do/did. Again with regard to an assessment ride, my knowledge of the advanced training techniques, would subconsciously alter the way i would ride on any assessment, which would totally defeat the object of the assessment. I love (and have pride in it) my riding and I would need a lot of faith in the person assessing me. Knowledge of the roadcraft system would not cut it, as you alluded to. Thanks for your thoughts, always welcome.
Cheers Graham....Rationale makes sense & understood. Just to add re Bike Safe ....You should still get good feedback if safe & skilled even if not riding to the system throughout your ride. Regardless of methodology I value humilitty & restraint (when appropriate). Still learning here for sure All the best 👍🏍
Hello from Sweden. I have just bought myself a vfr 1200f. wonderful machine! I will change the brakes and front tires for next year
@@matte207 Hope you enjoy as much as I do, thanks for watching 😊
Note: Most poor riding, in my experience, comes from wrong attitude, poor behaviour and rash decisions. More so than from weak skills/techniques .
Just leave the kill switch off 🤷
@@garyt123 yea you mean 'remember' to leave kill switch off haha.
@Grahamvfr Well its force of habit I suppose. I've been leaving mine off, on all bikes, since the early 2000's. A mate called me over to look at his Triumph Tiger which wouldn't start, but the battery seemed OK as the lights were bright, etc. just no life from the starter motor..... you can see where this is going right away..... 😂 (It did take me 10 minutes to see the problem, after checking side stand switch, etc.) So from then on I decided it was an additional security device, against joy riders and opportunist thieves. Might just take them 30 seconds to realise why a bike won't start (or about the same it takes them to bust your disc lock, or hot wire your ignition).
@@garyt123 hahaha good one 😊
Not sure I heard in the video, but did you install the heli-bars yourself? If so, approx how much time did it take and how are you liking the change?
@@johnschaefer3563 Hi ..no they were fitted by previous owner at service time. Bars then ( 2015) were £175, labour charge unable to ascertain as there was no breakdown on the labour cost which included service Not easy to get hold of now I believe 😏😏.
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my suzuki bandit 90hp kitty says thats a 170hp devil waiting to be unleashed
@@fidelcatsro6948 And unleashed it often is!!! Cheers 👍
It hurts me every time 😢 also shaft drivetrain does not help
@@ahmetkipkip Yea I know, but I've never had a bike that didn't clunk into 1st.... mind you my zx9r wasn't too bad 🤔