Where can I find 1985 Honda VF1000R parts?
1985 Honda VF1000R A Original Equipment Manufacturer Parts at Babbitts Honda Partshouse CARBURETOR ASSY. CARBURETOR COMP. PARTS FRONT BRAKE MASTER CYL. / BRAKE CONTROL LEVER REAR BRAKE MASTER CYL.
What kind of engine does a Honda VF1000R have?
The VF1000R started with the RE version, and Honda went on to make RF and RG versions, which were marked by minor styling revisions (including a move from twin headlamps to a single headlight), and an increase in power from 122 to 130bhp. Most important was the V4 engine,combined with the endurance-racer styling.
What’s the reading time on a Honda VF1000?
Reading time: about 3 minutes. The Honda VF1000R was the high performance member of the Honda VF1000 model family.
When did the VF1000R sport bike come out?
This is a beautiful 80’s bike that is now on every sport bike collectors list and prices are climbing quickly. Get yours before its too late. The dual-headlight VF1000R model is the last version in the line of a relatively short production run (the model launched in 1984), and really brought the Euro look to America.
When did the Honda VF1000R come out?
The VF1000R had three major model revisions. The first model which ran from the beginning of production in 1984 to April 1985 was coded the RE model (internal Honda factory code) The second model, denoted with the RF suffix, was produced from 1985 to the end of the worldwide production in 1988.
Where are the number plates on a Honda VF1000?
Because of this, most VF1000R’s used in competition had the front number plates mounted on the front of the windscreen instead of in the traditional location, where the headlight would be on the road going version. This area was filled with a mesh screen in order to feed the radiator with the maximum amount of air possible.
How does a Honda VF1000R fairing work?
The front fairing of the VF1000R was split into two pieces. These both attached to a metal bracket which ran around the perimeter of the engine. The lower fairing was held on primarily by the use of 6 quarter-turn, race type fasteners (3 per side) with the aid of 4 traditional bolts (2 per side).
What kind of suspension does a Honda VF1000 have?
The bike featured adjustable Pro-Link rear suspension with adjustable braced front forks, black and silver cast aluminum magnesium rims (16 inch front, 17 inch rear), and an aerodynamic half fairing and lower cowl with single rectangular headlight.