VTR1000 Project Bike

Need advice on which oil to use or which tyre best suits you? Share your topic and get help here.
Post Reply
Monty_goldwing
Posts: 11
Joined: Tue May 02, 2023 9:16 am

VTR1000 Project Bike

Post by Monty_goldwing »

Hi All

Just bought a yellow VTR as a project bike to rebuild - I've always liked the looks of the VTR as one of Honda's unsung classics

I've just finished a VFR800 FI which I love to ride - hoping for the same when this bike is finished

Are there common issues to look out for - my bike is a little rough and has covered approx 30k

I want to replace the frame as its not in good condition, looked on Ebay but all are either high mileage or insurance damaged

Is there a good place to go for parts - I'm sure I'm going to need quite a few

I know the bikes aren't worth a great deal but I build these as a hobby and will spend more than the bike will be worth when finished

Cheers
User avatar
MacV2
Posts: 17418
Joined: Sun Jan 21, 2007 12:07 pm
Location: Grain

Re: VTR1000 Project Bike

Post by MacV2 »

Got loads of parts & two frames with logs books...
Making up since 2007, sometimes it's true...Honest...
Monty_goldwing
Posts: 11
Joined: Tue May 02, 2023 9:16 am

Re: VTR1000 Project Bike

Post by Monty_goldwing »

With what mileage and HPI status ?

Thanks
User avatar
MacV2
Posts: 17418
Joined: Sun Jan 21, 2007 12:07 pm
Location: Grain

Re: VTR1000 Project Bike

Post by MacV2 »

Monty_goldwing wrote: Thu May 25, 2023 4:25 pm With what mileage and HPI status ?

Thanks
Never done a HPI on them milage would have to check I know one is north of 100k... :lol: :lol:
Making up since 2007, sometimes it's true...Honest...
tony.mon
Posts: 15943
Joined: Wed Jul 25, 2007 10:46 pm
Location: Norf Kent

Re: VTR1000 Project Bike

Post by tony.mon »

It's a frame. What does the mileage matter? They don't wear out.
What's wrong with your old frame?
It's not falling off, it's an upgrade opportunity.
User avatar
sirch345
Site Admin
Posts: 21669
Joined: Mon Aug 25, 2003 10:35 pm
Location: The West Country.

Re: VTR1000 Project Bike

Post by sirch345 »

tony.mon wrote: Fri May 26, 2023 6:40 pm It's a frame. What does the mileage matter? They don't wear out.
What's wrong with your old frame?
I'm guessing it's all to do with the numberplate and tied in frame number, with that being linked to big brother at the mot depot, which records the mileage at mot time :crazy:

Chris.
User avatar
MacV2
Posts: 17418
Joined: Sun Jan 21, 2007 12:07 pm
Location: Grain

Re: VTR1000 Project Bike

Post by MacV2 »

sirch345 wrote: Fri May 26, 2023 7:51 pm
tony.mon wrote: Fri May 26, 2023 6:40 pm It's a frame. What does the mileage matter? They don't wear out.
What's wrong with your old frame?
I'm guessing it's all to do with the numberplate and tied in frame number, with that being linked to big brother at the mot depot, which records the mileage at mot time :crazy:

Chris.
Yeah but you can change the engine with clocks to match the mileage the next MOT just shows that. Only an issue if you sell it & have to explain it to the potential new owner. If their not happy they won't buy it. But if its a lower milage what's the problem?
Making up since 2007, sometimes it's true...Honest...
User avatar
sirch345
Site Admin
Posts: 21669
Joined: Mon Aug 25, 2003 10:35 pm
Location: The West Country.

Re: VTR1000 Project Bike

Post by sirch345 »

MacV2 wrote: Fri May 26, 2023 11:42 pm
sirch345 wrote: Fri May 26, 2023 7:51 pm
tony.mon wrote: Fri May 26, 2023 6:40 pm It's a frame. What does the mileage matter? They don't wear out.
What's wrong with your old frame?
I'm guessing it's all to do with the numberplate and tied in frame number, with that being linked to big brother at the mot depot, which records the mileage at mot time :crazy:

Chris.
Yeah but you can change the engine with clocks to match the mileage the next MOT just shows that. Only an issue if you sell it & have to explain it to the potential new owner. If their not happy they won't buy it. But if its a lower milage what's the problem?
A good point about the clocks going with an engine :thumbup:

Chris.
Monty_goldwing
Posts: 11
Joined: Tue May 02, 2023 9:16 am

Re: VTR1000 Project Bike

Post by Monty_goldwing »

MOT mileage history is readily available on the net - I'm building the bike so dont want a huge discrepancy on mileage irrespective of what the clocks say.

My existing frame is linked to an insurance write off and in poor condition hence I'm looking for a good replacement

Cheers
User avatar
MacV2
Posts: 17418
Joined: Sun Jan 21, 2007 12:07 pm
Location: Grain

Re: VTR1000 Project Bike

Post by MacV2 »

Monty_goldwing wrote: Wed May 31, 2023 12:06 pm MOT mileage history is readily available on the net - I'm building the bike so dont want a huge discrepancy on mileage irrespective of what the clocks say.

My existing frame is linked to an insurance write off and in poor condition hence I'm looking for a good replacement

Cheers
I have 2 one is north of 100 k the other is 80k your choice both would be free if you come and get it...
Making up since 2007, sometimes it's true...Honest...
Monty_goldwing
Posts: 11
Joined: Tue May 02, 2023 9:16 am

Re: VTR1000 Project Bike

Post by Monty_goldwing »

Thanks for the offer :)
Post Reply