Some sixteen months ago I acquired two 1986 VFR750s from a seller in Virginia. Stored in a dusty pole barn for an unknown number of years (or decades) both bikes came my way with a healthy coating of tough brown farm dust. Naturally, neither were in running condition. Why did I pay good money to have two farm refugees shipped 800 miles sight-unseen? Here's why: This particular Interceptor has only 10,465 miles under that layer of dirt.
Welcome to Project 18
This bike had a Virginia license plate mounted with a 1993 sticker in place. The bodywork is mis-matched and pretty rough in places, and there's a period Kerker 4-into-1 mounted. But, the bike is complete and all the indicators support the indicated mileage. My seller says he bought the bike new and the title backs that up.
This bike had a Virginia license plate mounted with a 1993 sticker in place. The bodywork is mis-matched and pretty rough in places, and there's a period Kerker 4-into-1 mounted. But, the bike is complete and all the indicators support the indicated mileage. My seller says he bought the bike new and the title backs that up.
After the usual checks the engine fired up and ran beautifully. So what's the plan? Well, I have a complete set of restored red/white/blue body panels, including the wheels and a seat cowl, just waiting for the right bike. This RC24 will be taken back to original, restored condition, complete with a like-new set of OEM mufflers. I've already had a full set of engine covers powder coated a textured bronze — clutch, alternator and valve covers. NOS turn signals, updated brake lines/pads and Samco coolant hoses are also in the mix. The front suspension will be treated to Progressive springs and the rear shock rebuilt and upgraded by Jamie Daugherty. This one will be a stunner, and the low mileage just a bonus. Stay tuned.
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