Reader Greg M., from Washington state, recently ordered a selection of items for his and a friend's VFRs. Both are 1986 700s, Greg's Pearl Crescent White and the other red/white/blue. He sent along this pic of his F2, with the telltale signs of its 1986 heritage — Denmark Blue seat and bronze clutch cover.
When I asked about his history with the bike, he had this to say: "Here’s a photo of my 700FII...getting carbs resealed (started to leak)…valves checked, fluids changed, brake calipers cleaned, spark plugs, and new tires. In other words, all dialed in and ready for the summer riding season! Bought the exact model new in ’86, unfortunately had to sell it while going to school and subsequently having a couple kids. Caught the bug again and bought this one in the late 90’s. Believe I’m the 3rd owner, around 20k miles, the original exhaust (currently not installed) is stored in the garage, other than that it’s completely original. I Believe I got the last Yoshimura 4-1 exhaust back in early 2000. I Have a modest collection of older Hondas (including 5 VFRs). It’s ridden about once a quarter on average, other than that it sits in the garage under blankets."
Greg's has had a long and happy relationship with his many VFRs so I was glad I could help out with this one.
When I asked about his history with the bike, he had this to say: "Here’s a photo of my 700FII...getting carbs resealed (started to leak)…valves checked, fluids changed, brake calipers cleaned, spark plugs, and new tires. In other words, all dialed in and ready for the summer riding season! Bought the exact model new in ’86, unfortunately had to sell it while going to school and subsequently having a couple kids. Caught the bug again and bought this one in the late 90’s. Believe I’m the 3rd owner, around 20k miles, the original exhaust (currently not installed) is stored in the garage, other than that it’s completely original. I Believe I got the last Yoshimura 4-1 exhaust back in early 2000. I Have a modest collection of older Hondas (including 5 VFRs). It’s ridden about once a quarter on average, other than that it sits in the garage under blankets."
Greg's has had a long and happy relationship with his many VFRs so I was glad I could help out with this one.
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