Three years ago we lost an old riding friend, Steve "Butch" Boyle. Over the past several years Butch had put together a small collection of bikes that were important to him, including this 1986 VFR750F, which he acquired from me in 2012 as Project 9.
Since his passing, the bike has sat idle and is now showing the effects; won't start plus some deferred maintenance due. The decision has been made to keep the Interceptor in the family, so yesterday I retrieved the bike and will take care of the necessary tasks while upgrading a few items.
This bike originally came to me in 2012 with unpainted aftermarket body panels installed, specifically the large side fairings, headlight fairing and rear cowl. The rear cowl is unique in that it was made as a single piece all the way forward to the fuel tank. These parts were made by Chuck Crites (Colbalt Racing) and are laid-up fiberglass items; a bit heavier than OEM but very robust. During the build I had those panels and the headlight fairing repainted. The engine is tuned to stock and the mufflers are factory originals. The bike shows 24,700 miles and is quite the stunner.
I'm very pleased that the bike will be staying with my old friend's family and honored to be entrusted with its care.
Since his passing, the bike has sat idle and is now showing the effects; won't start plus some deferred maintenance due. The decision has been made to keep the Interceptor in the family, so yesterday I retrieved the bike and will take care of the necessary tasks while upgrading a few items.
This bike originally came to me in 2012 with unpainted aftermarket body panels installed, specifically the large side fairings, headlight fairing and rear cowl. The rear cowl is unique in that it was made as a single piece all the way forward to the fuel tank. These parts were made by Chuck Crites (Colbalt Racing) and are laid-up fiberglass items; a bit heavier than OEM but very robust. During the build I had those panels and the headlight fairing repainted. The engine is tuned to stock and the mufflers are factory originals. The bike shows 24,700 miles and is quite the stunner.
I'm very pleased that the bike will be staying with my old friend's family and honored to be entrusted with its care.
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