91' VFR400 NC30

Discussion in 'Bike Pictures & Videos' started by jimmytanko, Oct 30, 2013.

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  1. jimmytanko

    jimmytanko New Member

    Just got this on monday morning, got them to part ex my nighthawk so killed 2 birds with one stone
    Needs some work doing, low mileage 15 thousand kilometres on the clock and seems to be all there. Just waiting on a new battery and a few bits.
    Also need to source one fairing panel that is missing.
    Plan is to get it all up and running sweetly then work on the aesthetics.
    Will try and take pics / updates along the way
     
    jimmytanko, Oct 30, 2013
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  2. jimmytanko

    jimmytanko New Member

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    jimmytanko, Oct 30, 2013
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  3. CRM

    CRM Administrator Staff Member

    Nice purchasing skills. I have got loads of spare panels kicking around either at home or in storage in Wales.
    However as it is a none standard paint job it won't match and will require painting.

    Best money you can spend on that is a new fresh pair of bt090s and am aftermarket rear shock and some hyper pro fork springs to make it really go around corners and be fun to ride
     
    CRM, Oct 31, 2013
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  4. jimmytanko

    jimmytanko New Member

    Yeah paint job is on the cards but that will be the last step. If you find the missing panel id happily buy it off you :)
    The tyres are nearly new so will be fine with them for now I think. Just waiting on a new ignition barrel to arrive then I can see how she runs.
    What rear shock do you recommend? One that wont break the bank anyways
     
    jimmytanko, Oct 31, 2013
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  5. CRM

    CRM Administrator Staff Member

    There are no cheap good shocks sadly. Maxton are the best and avoid the cheap hagon offerings they are no better than standard in the 30 or 35
    Just check the panels are oe or Chinese. If oe I can supply you a panel. Chinese or aftermarket won't fit.
    Will have a look what I have in stock at home early next week for you. I need to do a bit of a stock take to gather what I need to finish this last nc30 off and sell it for spring
     
    CRM, Oct 31, 2013
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  6. jimmytanko

    jimmytanko New Member

    They are oe panels just had a custom paint job on em. They need a few repairs doing but that's no problem. Just let me know how much you want for the panel if you have one bud
     
    jimmytanko, Oct 31, 2013
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  7. suzukisue

    suzukisue Inactive

    Very nice jimmy... u know i love these ..tell u what tho aren't they heavy for the size :eek:
     
    suzukisue, Oct 31, 2013
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  8. jimmytanko

    jimmytanko New Member

    Id say reassuringly heavy, a sign of quality build
    At least i have all winter to get it ship shape
     
    jimmytanko, Oct 31, 2013
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  9. suzukisue

    suzukisue Inactive

    cool.. There is also a man in leigh that has parts for them...but i'm sure CRM is the man ..
     
    suzukisue, Oct 31, 2013
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  10. CRM

    CRM Administrator Staff Member

    They carry their weight well and are one of the nimblest bikes I have ever ridden.
    The 750 is no heavier just a bit bigger and feels just the same with a bit more shove and noise and bark
     
    CRM, Nov 2, 2013
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  11. Chris6406

    Chris6406 New Member

    Very nice bike im giving my fzr 400 3tj some tlc over these sad wet and slippy months

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    Chris6406, Nov 20, 2013
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  12. Chris6406

    Chris6406 New Member

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    Chris6406, Nov 20, 2013
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  13. jimmytanko

    jimmytanko New Member

    Had the little bugger running today at last, will try and post a vid up when I work out how, need a new chain but the sprockets look fine so will keep them, need to get a new wiring loom at some point and service the brakes, and some cheep Chinese fairings and she should be on the road
     
    jimmytanko, Dec 17, 2013
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  14. Chris6406

    Chris6406 New Member

    Chinese fairings ??
     
    Chris6406, Dec 17, 2013
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  15. smudger

    smudger I Love SV650's

    Yep cheap plastic but for 200-500 you get everything painted and stickers they look really good

    Sent from my C6903 using Tapatalk
     
    smudger, Dec 17, 2013
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  16. suzukisue

    suzukisue Inactive

    Glad you got it running ..was it something to do with the alarm ??
     
    suzukisue, Dec 17, 2013
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  17. jimmytanko

    jimmytanko New Member

    Yeah it had an alarm/immobiliser that was stopping it working. And needed the plugs cleaning. Put a vid on Facebook
     
    jimmytanko, Dec 17, 2013
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  18. Chris6406

    Chris6406 New Member

    Any links for fzr 400 ones
     
    Chris6406, Dec 17, 2013
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  19. CRM

    CRM Administrator Staff Member

    the chinese fairings for the 30 and 35 are pretty dire. fit of the panels is poor, the tail section still after all these years is a farce and just does not meet. its like its been made from 2 different moulds.
    tried and tested my many on 400gb, and the general feel is they are pretty bad still.

    One or two vendors have upped the game recently. i was some MC28 Rothmans panels that were superb. paint was ok, not exactly OE, but the panel fit was spot on and lugs were superb and not brittle.
     
    CRM, Dec 18, 2013
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  20. smudger

    smudger I Love SV650's

    I've looked into the pc31 seems good reviews only downside was lining up there are 2 different types of mould ones good as oem.other is shite fragile shite

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    smudger, Dec 18, 2013
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