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Squid
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 8
From: Lakeville PA
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New to the Honda VTR and sure I can pick up some info here.
Purchased a 2002 VTR yesterday with 1380 total miles.
Not new to motorcycling but just getting in on the Superhawk Forum.
Thanks,
Rich
'03 Kawi ZRX1200
'05 Ducati S4r
'12 Triumph Thruxton
'09 HD XR1200
Purchased a 2002 VTR yesterday with 1380 total miles.
Not new to motorcycling but just getting in on the Superhawk Forum.
Thanks,
Rich
'03 Kawi ZRX1200
'05 Ducati S4r
'12 Triumph Thruxton
'09 HD XR1200
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SuperSport
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 501
From: Orlando, FL
welcome to the forum, one thing i will note being that you have such a low mileage hawk, i would make sure you change the CCT's with them sitting for so long and not working springs can get weak from sitting in the same spot for a while and have a higher probability of failior, there are plenty of threads on CCT replacment. There is alot of good information on here and we are all as helpful as we can be! Ejoy the hawk and take care of her and she will be good to you!
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Back Marker
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 133
From: California
Welcome to the forums!
One small note. Keep it stock, unless you go into hardcore engine modifications this bike runs best with the basic setup. However here are a few tidbits:
K&N air filters are a pain in the *** to tune for. Keep it stock.
Messing around with a DJ kit is a waste of time. Keep it stock (Unless you have hardcore engine mods)
CCT replacement, stick with OEM auto CCT and have them installed by the dealer. Or if you like to DIY ensure you follow the guide for CCT replacement which is stickied. I have MCCT but fine tuning them was a tad annoying.
Welcome to the board, the senior members have a world of information to share should the need arise.
One small note. Keep it stock, unless you go into hardcore engine modifications this bike runs best with the basic setup. However here are a few tidbits:
K&N air filters are a pain in the *** to tune for. Keep it stock.
Messing around with a DJ kit is a waste of time. Keep it stock (Unless you have hardcore engine mods)
CCT replacement, stick with OEM auto CCT and have them installed by the dealer. Or if you like to DIY ensure you follow the guide for CCT replacement which is stickied. I have MCCT but fine tuning them was a tad annoying.
Welcome to the board, the senior members have a world of information to share should the need arise.
Last edited by WhOrD; Apr 16, 2013 at 11:11 AM.
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Squid
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 8
From: Lakeville PA
Previous owner installed a set of Jardine High Mounts, & Progressive Shock. Had it dealer maintained with 3 oil changes, coolant change, new battery and whatever else it needed. I'm still going thru the paperwork. Has 1,380 miles on it.
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SuperSport
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 501
From: Orlando, FL
Welcome to the forums!
One small note. Keep it stock, unless you go into hardcore engine modifications this bike runs best with the basic setup. However here are a few tidbits:
K&N air filters are a pain in the *** to tune for. Keep it stock.
Messing around with a DJ kit is a waste of time. Keep it stock (Unless you have hardcore engine mods)
CCT replacement, stick with OEM auto CCT and have them installed by the dealer. Or if you like to DIY ensure you follow the guide for CCT replacement which is stickied. I have MCCT but fine tuning them was a tad annoying.
Welcome to the board, the senior members have a world of information to share should the need arise.
One small note. Keep it stock, unless you go into hardcore engine modifications this bike runs best with the basic setup. However here are a few tidbits:
K&N air filters are a pain in the *** to tune for. Keep it stock.
Messing around with a DJ kit is a waste of time. Keep it stock (Unless you have hardcore engine mods)
CCT replacement, stick with OEM auto CCT and have them installed by the dealer. Or if you like to DIY ensure you follow the guide for CCT replacement which is stickied. I have MCCT but fine tuning them was a tad annoying.
Welcome to the board, the senior members have a world of information to share should the need arise.
Follow the carb set up thread, replace the cct's and ride the crap out of her!
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SuperBike
Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 1,461
From: South of Live Free or Die & North of Family Guy
Welcome on board, sounds like you got yourself a great deal, almost brand new bike belated by 11 years 
, this is a great bike and you going to fall in love with it, so prepare your significant other 
, this is a great bike and you going to fall in love with it, so prepare your significant other
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