Any one know if VFR 800 -98 bars are the same as newer VFR bars that can be bolted on Birds? I believe the -98 bars are made for 41 mm fork tubes instead of 43 mm, but is there any other difference? If not, it cant be difficult to enlarge the -98 bars 2 mm's with a fexible grinder or a brake cylinder honing tool. Opinions?

Assuming there is enough material to make the fork tube hole from 41mm to 43mm I don't really see a problem with it. It should work. But are the bars accually higher and farther back like the newer VFR's?

I think so but am not sure, thats why I asked. There is a pair posted to me which i got cheap, I'll try and see. They look rised and reared to me and the guy said they will fit except that they are to tight, and yes, they need repaint...

I don't think a hone will be happy with aluminum. It will clog the stone. the sanding option will take some time, but it is winter out there, right?

Thanks, I beleive you are right. Yes it should be snow and cold here, but the sun is shining on grean ground and it is about zero deg C.

VFR -98 bars and adjustable preloaders is on. I don’t really recommend using the -98 bars, it was several hours of extra work grinding them from 41 to 43 mm. For those having the time and patience, and get them for a good price, it could be worth it though. I got the bars in exchange for a set of front springs.

that was quick, and good information for the group since the bars that fit are now very pricey.

But, can I say, lose the unleaded sticker........

You are absolutely right, if anything, it should read "Race Fuel"

cool, looks good.......................whats the wrist watch thats strapped to your tree for?

To show time of day

so whats the digital display under the side stand light for? or are you in 2 time zones in sweden? maybe you could get a miniature cuckoo clock for the XX?


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Kewl, that would for sure increase the chance to get layed

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