RESTORING X 2! MOST UNDER VALUED MOTORBIKES IN THE 2nd HAND MARKET

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#Honda #VFR800FI Generation 5
Todays video covers the final paint and completion of the first of 2 Honda VFR800fi. This is the 2001 model. The 2nd one is a manual choke 2000 model.
Every week a new video will be uploaded covering a specific topic of restoring a motorbike of some interest.
I intention is to share how to restore an object. Anything that I grow passionate about. It’s that simple. I have a day job in a company which restores for a living. Please check out our other channel CarbonBikeRepair (a blue shield logo) for some amazing carbon fibre and paint skills.
I’m not a professional RU-vidr but maybe one day if this amazing response for you all continues!
So PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO MY CHANNEL AND HIT THE NOTIFICATION 'BELL' ICON, TO BE NOTIFIED WHEN A NEW VIDEO IS PUBLISHED.
Some history of this Honda VFR800FI 2001 model:
Discovered on Facebook right in the middle of restoring of a very rare Norton Commando, I decided to impulse buy! It was later that I discovered the Gen5 version was a limited production run before the VTEC model emerged in 2002 and quite sought after. Lucky me and lucky bike!
It is in a shocking state but I’ll turn it around if you watch this challenging restoration! Old tech is fickle…
I don’t imagine there will be more than 2 parts to this as I’m just as excited to deliver the iconic Commando back to the road or a museum!
For now my intention is to restore this VFR on the tightest of budgets (which is fun for me to ride) but also to deliver to my viewers a great example of a Honda VFR800FI.
Thanks again for watching my work. You are all contributing in some way to the growth and maturation of the content.
See you on your screen!
Rob

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@danp6976 11 месяцев назад

As a fellow vfr owner so pleased to see a pair saved, I see so many parted out and run down at the moment.. they are a fantastic machine and much better made than many modern bikes today, love your work!

@tallyNUMbers314 2 месяца назад

What beautiful engineering these V4's are. Something so special about them

@MyRestoration1 2 месяца назад

Totally agree. One day these bikes are going to be special to own.

@mikef.1000 11 месяцев назад

Honda VFR800, what a fantastic and quality machine Honda made. You did a great job, Soichiro would be proud!

@stevesstuff552 10 месяцев назад

I always get a major attack of nostalgia when I see a VFR - and two being restored is a major jolt to the senses. I owned a 1998 model from 2002 through to a couple of years ago. Admittedly, it was parked up for a few of those years while I used other bikes. My bike was used for touring Europe, commuting, track days and various other bike related events. Not sure the joints would cope with the riding position any more but I’d still buy one, funds permitting.

@anonymousplanetfambly4598 10 месяцев назад

I have a 2000 FiY in the USA. I agree...I haven't been able to ride it much as I have a dodgy left hip from a crash 33 years ago. It's still a great bike, but as its potential rider I'm just not up to scratch. Time for a Harley with running boards and a more relaxed riding position.

@andrewonmyway8184 11 месяцев назад

What a master class in renovation. Absolutely fantastic bikes to look at. Big applause to you for all the hard craft you’ve put in.

@snakeman9902 11 месяцев назад

The bike I always wanted but never had, there is something very satisfying about watching the care and time spent restoring classics like these, great job sir. It will be a great buy for anyone interested in these legends. 👍

@rc166honda 11 месяцев назад

This has been a fantastic series, many thanks for filming it. I have a 1999 fix and I think it’s probably pound for pound one of the best bikes ever built. 😉

@anonymousplanetfambly4598 10 месяцев назад

2 key mods for this generation of VFR...a high mount exhaust (shows off that single sided swingarm and uncorks that glorious exhaust note), and an aftermarket seat. Don't bother recovering the original, the ergos are terrible. In my humble opinion, the Corbin offers the best compromise between ergos and too much foam (Sargent). The Corbin Smuggler is a nice item, sometimes available with a seat heater. Very worthwhile extras are a high quality rear shock, properly set up for the rider, and bar risers. Advanced/hard to find mods include an RC51 front end (triple adjustable and the the wheel matches the stock VFR rear), Corbin Beetlebags, and the tinted windscreen. Supposedly the tinted windscreen was not a USA item and is very rare stateside. Don't be tempted by bigger cams, big bore kits, or Power Commanders...wasted time and money. It's difficult to improve on Honda's basic engineering with the engine.

@heismysavior21 6 месяцев назад

Awesome info! Do you know any vendor or supplier still selling the under seat exhaust for gen 5s?

@stephenmoody8059 11 месяцев назад

I had a 1999 from new, owned it for 10 years.The second best bike I ever owned. Other than slight surging on/off the throttle it was a dream. My only regret was selling it. As always your attention to detail, craftsmanship and editing make your channel a pleasure to watch. Well done and please keep em coming. Stephen from Calabasas, CA, USA

@simoncullum5019 11 месяцев назад

And your best bike ?

@dorseyjack3206 11 месяцев назад

I have the 99 anniversary one, I wish I had never bought it. It looks perfect and runs as it should I just don't like it. I like my o'd 89 CBR100F much better.

@SIMMIE-pf1ux 11 месяцев назад

Out of 104 subscribed channels this one is by far the one i always look forward to and enjoy the most! I have a Norton commando (why i found this channel) but the techniques and care of the restoration work is phenomenal! Im learning so much more than just stuff for my norton. Thank you and Keep em coming!!!

@MyRestoration1 11 месяцев назад

Thank you 🙏

@ballockybill2277 11 месяцев назад

They really are an under-rated machine ! I had the use of my brother's '99 fuel injected model for a couple of years up til quite recently . It ran like new , and I loved the whine from the cam gears .

@austinmatthews347 11 месяцев назад

I am currently restoring a 2004 z750 which was a true wreck shes moving along nicely i hope to have her ready for next season

@Flatule 11 месяцев назад

Really loved this serie. There are guys on VFR Discussion forum who gets 120 rwhp on these bikes and 140 with an over bore for cbr 929 pistons.

@Robinmuk 10 месяцев назад

I had an 'R' reg VFR 800FiW back in the early 2000's, what a machine! The induction howl from under the tank on full acceleration was like a Nascar, what a great bike, you have to love Honda, they really are the masters.

@DmacDomage 11 месяцев назад

That restoration was excellent. Seeing them as a pair was awesome.

@leviefrauim1425 11 месяцев назад

Outstanding work and beautiful bikes. VFRs are such awesome bikes and you brought two back to life.

@peternaur 11 месяцев назад

Wonderful job! Thanks for breathing new life in to these super machines. I wanna go buy a VFR again!

@warwickwearing5042 11 месяцев назад

Great video and great work!!!! Have enjoyed your series for each bike! Keep it up :)

@d.f.9064 11 месяцев назад

I enjoy watching this because I know how hard it is to do. Thank you!

@Tonedog88 10 месяцев назад

That was a truly laid-back and enjoyable restoration. Great video! Thanks!

@NotEmilyInParis 11 месяцев назад

nice. and two seconds of miles davis was a bonus.

@alexmorgan3435 10 месяцев назад

Two fabulous looking 5th gen VFRs. Very well done. Twins, His and Hers.

@BlackRust 11 месяцев назад

Bikes that led me to your channel, Guzzi was icing on the cake that made me subscribe. The work that you and your guys do is just plain awesome. Thank you, can't wait for whatever comes next 😊

@e010222476 6 месяцев назад

Beautiful Rides!! Excellent Journey!

@hipo4eyes1 6 месяцев назад

Saw and appreciate the entire series. Subscribed!

@ianaristotlethompson4186 11 месяцев назад

Excellent job. Had you not done them, parts bikes. Great save, stunning results.

@aGentleUser 11 месяцев назад

A joy to watch!

@antonoat 11 месяцев назад

Great job, great memories of the three VFR’s I bought new back in the day, wish I still had them! 👍👏😀

@gregorychalfant4159 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for posting the videos. The last one was absolutely incredible. I love what you’ve done and what you do bringing these two bikes back to life absolutely incredible. I am a huge Honda fan I have a CBR 1000 and I’m so happy that you restored those two bikes good job brother.

@Steve-go6oq 11 месяцев назад

Stumbled upon this channel a day or two ago. Lovely bikes! I must say when you did the paint prep I saw the white and had to Google what the bike would look like with white paint. I love the traditional red but the white also looks great on it.

@dastardlyexperiments 10 месяцев назад

Amazing work, great bikes saved, splendid effort.

@bradmottishaw467 9 месяцев назад

Your attention to detail is a testament to your craftsmanship. These turned out beautiful. Thank you for sharing that with us.

@Nifilheimur 11 месяцев назад

Brilliant job mate! I had a 2001 one in red also and it was an amazing bike.

@howardtennant5766 10 месяцев назад

A real pair of stunners what wonderful work👍

@colinhall8998 11 месяцев назад

Seeing how complicated these modern bikes are I’m really pleased I ride a bomb proof 1978 Kawasaki Z650 B2. It just runs perfectly 24/7.

@MyRestoration1 11 месяцев назад

Touch wood Colin! 👍

@Matt-hs9rj 10 месяцев назад

Awesome work and great results.

@timothyallensiemssen6242 10 месяцев назад

dude those vfr 800s are absolutely brilliant

@curtraaymakers6777 11 месяцев назад

They have come out lovely 👍👏

@grantmccarron3963 10 месяцев назад

Fantastic work! They look and sound superb. Well done.

@simonfowler7561 10 месяцев назад

Wow well done indeed fantastic work! Stunning bikes.

@mauriceclemens3286 11 месяцев назад

You have a great painter. I’ve never seen work like that. They are both like new bikes.

@JourdainColeman 11 месяцев назад

Well, that was bloody satisfying! Seeing these old beauties come back to life was awesome. I went on a trip to Spain around 10 years ago and one of the guts was riding this exact bike. I always loved the look of the single-sidded swingarm 👌🏼 What is your plan for them now they are complete? One would look good in my possession 😂

@MyRestoration1 11 месяцев назад

One is for sale! Message me 😉

@johnharris6087 10 месяцев назад

The best of the best. The gen 5 VFR’s are awesome. I’d love to get another one.

@crankybear1236 10 месяцев назад

Nice job! I'm so glad you resurrected them both!

@sebastien9993 10 месяцев назад

Very nice job, congratulations ! The vfr800fi is definitely one of my best bike ever !

@akula1055 10 месяцев назад

I had one of those and I loved it and before that I had the VFR 750. Both amazing bikes and very practical.

@nikekira 10 месяцев назад

What a great paintjob....nice result.

@paulheron3150 10 месяцев назад

Well worth the time and effort turned out really nice job ,keep it up guys

@doctordapp 10 месяцев назад

What a transformation! These bikes went from dull to completely stunning in 15 minutes! They are beautiful!

@MyRestoration1 10 месяцев назад

Many thanks and good luck with your channel

@bikeroadking 10 месяцев назад

I think your experience goes even further as not many of us were trained up by Russians namely 'Ighor' 👍🤣

@bradstoybox8811 11 месяцев назад

What a worthy machine to invest time and money into. Pound for pound, one of the best bikes ever built IMHO. Excellent video!

@joelbrittenour8197 11 месяцев назад

Wow, I have a 2001 VFR only 15,000 on it when I bought it 5 years ago. Needed nothing but maintenance . I put ABM bars on and givi windscreen . Yoshimura exhaust . 520 conversion chain 2 up rear sprocket really woke her up. This bike grows on you. now have 55,000. oh ya mines red also.

@karlwalters3763 10 месяцев назад

Congrats. Two beautiful bike saved from the graveyard! Well done!!

@TonVerkleijT3 11 месяцев назад

Brilliantly done! I would not hesitate to buy one these wonderfull bikes!

@32Aurelio 9 месяцев назад

You have done an awesome job with those VFR!👍

@pah01paulpaul46 11 месяцев назад

Top job and such a underrated bike. I think they still look awesome

@barryhughes1612 11 месяцев назад

Brilliant! I owned a VRF just like those and loved it, one of the bikes I should have kept.......

@Mothy2014 10 месяцев назад

Wow. What a process over a year. Well done. I have a gen 5 vfr and I definitely don't have the knowledge or equipment to perform a rebuild like that. Incredible job.

@hyperthunk 11 месяцев назад

I had a '92 (last of the gear driven cams) 750 and now own a gen-1 crossrunner, this is incredible work to witness what superb attention to detail and beautiful results. Subbed.

@cornelius3511 10 месяцев назад

good job..love it..

@3storiesUp 10 месяцев назад

Exquisite .. 2nd best version of the best bike ever made ..

@sciroccodls 11 месяцев назад

Congrats, great job you did there!

@j.r.arnolli9734 10 месяцев назад

VFR800, fun to drive. When the V-Tec kicks in....😊😁😇 Even at 6'3", shoesize 15, comfortable to ride. Fast, nimble, perfect......

@volt8684 11 месяцев назад

One of coolest vids on u tube by masterclass boys envious of your skills.

@cadman9615 10 месяцев назад

Great Job! Talk about patience & dedication to figure it out. Hats off to you sir. I had a 2003 for several yrs, but I think the 1998-2001 VFR was the best yrs. Gear drivin cams and no V-Tech.

@michaelhart5886 11 месяцев назад

Big pat on the back, great work on one of hondas best ever bikes they produced

@katana2665 11 месяцев назад

Nicely done.

@jimguldemond4471 11 месяцев назад

Love these bikes. I bought a pristine one with custom made stainless steel exhausts and upgraded suspension front and rear, for 1800 euros. Sadly it got totalled and I couldn't keep the parts due to problems during the legal battle with the other party's insurance. Good music in the workshop too, Miles, Herbie Hancock, some latin music, classical. Great job on keeping these VFR's alive.

@fred463 9 месяцев назад

You did a fantastic job restoring these two bikes. On the electrical side I use a power probe 3 and it tells you right away if you have voltage (how much) and ground and if you have a good one. Not always really so easy to tell. There is a cheap book by if I remember correctly Tracy? Martin How to diagnose and repair automobile electrical systems. Worth it's weight in gold. Keep doing what you are doing!

@MyRestoration1 9 месяцев назад

Thanks Fred 👍

@true-moto-resto 10 месяцев назад

Nice job ! ill have to watch the full series now !

@MyRestoration1 10 месяцев назад

Thank you!

@martincoutts6747 11 месяцев назад

Fantastic job - well done.

@wellingtons.cassiano3002 11 месяцев назад

Restoration work aside (which is amazing), what stands out on your videos is the high quality of the music that´s always playing. Cheers from Brazil.

@MyRestoration1 11 месяцев назад

What a great comment. Yes I’m a bit of a snob! 🙏

@kris2435 11 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing 👍 Wish I had 10% of your knowledge and expertise

@aardbei07 11 месяцев назад

i had 3 vfr`s,the 1990 the 95 and the hailwood anniversery bike 98 lovely bikes,all bought new since 2004 own the fireblade sc57 from new,still have it whith 15 000 miles on it

@04mattob 10 месяцев назад

Great work 👍🏻

@michaelvollmer9491 11 месяцев назад

Fantastic!!! work my friend. I immediately liked and subscribed. Want to have more of your craftsmanship. Cheers from Germany 👍🇩🇪😎

@borntoride744 Месяц назад

Fantastic to see so much care taken to renew these beautiful machines! Awesome job. From one Saffer to another and a VFR fan - keep up the great work Bru - subscribed!!

@MyRestoration1 Месяц назад

Lekker boet. I’ll check out your channel!

@nicholaschriss1706 11 месяцев назад

Great video of your restorations, I wish I had your skillset and your problem solving ability.

@henrilandelle4535 11 месяцев назад

Always a pleasure to watch your videos. As usual, impressive work done and such a nice bike! I love mine. Bmw r60/2 in progress.

@tompeter7326 10 месяцев назад

I know exactly what you were doing, I guess I am same as you in this matter. As we say in Germany you get from the "hundreds into the thousands". These projects take patience and time, knowlege, tools and a lot of money too. You are a true gearhead : )

@apacherider7110 11 месяцев назад

Nice job...👍

@coastrider8881 10 месяцев назад

I got one 98 in exchange for a Vstrom with the intention of selling it fast. Was so happy with it that I kept it one year. But I'm more into dual purpose bikes. Amazing machine. The first day I drove it under a heavy storm on the highway way faster than I should, I didn't get a drop of rain on me, except the top of the helmet. The way you could control the slides on the curves with this engine were out of this world. The only problem with this bike was you usually were going a lot faster than you thought, it was so easy and comfortable.

@MyRestoration1 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Coast rider. Good luck with your channel 👍

@coastrider8881 10 месяцев назад

@@MyRestoration1 Thanks! I like your channel too. These brilliant bikes desserve to be saved!

@brucearena 10 месяцев назад

I wish I had the money to bring you a crusty late-1990s/early-2000s bike so you would bring it up to spec. Lovely work, keep it going!

@laz1go286 10 месяцев назад

fantastic Job mate! I've had two of these, one for the track, one for the road. I sold both of them due to the ever returning electrical issues. The track bike nearly burnt down at the end of a session, the road one left me on the highway stranded, with the rectifier. Granted they both had over 130K kms on the clocks.. Iconic engines but for me I rather sit on my newer bikes.

@alexmorgan3435 10 месяцев назад

All bikes of that era had crap regulator/rectifiers. Just upgrade it to a Shindenegen FH020AA or FH027. Hard wire it in getting rid of the awful connector blocks that melt and can catch fire.

@MoSportsUSA 11 месяцев назад

Very nice! I owned an '04 VFR, same red color, purchased new. Hated to but sold it with 60k+ miles. Best bike I ever owned.

@alexmorgan3435 10 месяцев назад

A 2004 VFR is a 6th gen V-Tec bike and totally different bike to these 5th gen gear driven cam ones. Night and day different.

@lindasweetdog3735 3 месяца назад

a great work for a great bike!

@MyRestoration1 3 месяца назад

Thank you Linda

@sthildas4857 11 месяцев назад

I just adopted one, what a great bike. I detail paint, put some fk1000p wax on the painted surface especially the rims. It is a wax seal..may last 6 months good for winter roads. Mine is yellow just going to see if I can match the paint. Thanks for all your help loved the journey. We use PlastX on all plexiglass, Menzerna 3800 by hand on paint just go slow. We shine a big light to see scratches, then remove them with a 2 stage machine polisher in my icon., an 1" microfiber pad.

@Captain-Donut 11 месяцев назад

Just beautiful 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@paulchandler5004 10 месяцев назад

Great bike the VFR. I had an 800Fi. Such a glorious sound, instantly recognisable. Regret selling it but my old back and wrists complained to much.

@heikohe5528 10 месяцев назад

Super Arbeit 👍👍👍👍👍

@AgricUltra 11 месяцев назад

So good to watch. If only I had half your skill and patience.

@bobsyeruncle4841 11 месяцев назад

good job well done sir

@pdx650 11 месяцев назад

My restoration, These pair of Interceptor's turned out magnificent! Very good work. I have a '98 VFR...781....and I love it. The only reason I would consider selling the VFR is my age and back. I also love my '07 ST 1300 (non-ABS), what you Brits call a Pan European. if my ST could sound like my VFR, that would be sweet. I am going to change out my LED Headlight bulbs back to halogen on my VFR. The LED's are not working as well as I was expecting. I added a Givi rack for the E-21 panniers and a Givi D200S Touring screen.

@davidmuir6849 10 месяцев назад

Fantastic Regards Dave from Scotland

@bcuzicancuellar5478 11 месяцев назад

WOW! First time coming across your channel and I was blown away! Absolutely stunning results. I recently purchased a 2010 VFR 1200F DCT and absolutely love it! Wish you guys were in the colonies and would love for y’all to give mine a once over! Ride safe…Subscribed!

@paulmurray5498 11 месяцев назад

Amazing work! have a 2000 VFR Fi what a bike hope you enjoy riding them

@amirnazir3132 11 месяцев назад

Great job done Bro. 😊👍

@jeremyr62 11 месяцев назад

They did sell a lot of them in the UK, which is one reason they are great value now. I had a FiY bike. It was a bit bland and thirsty but extremely well screwed together.