Servicing for Viffer

[James996]

Try adjusting yr RPM higher,to see if the engine still dies off..might be a problem with the idling wax unit or throttle bodies.Think it's better to see a bike doc if problem still there.

[joajas]

anyone?..i've tried searching but couldn't find anythg similar..btw just found out engine also dies when lights are switched on with bike in gear

 

Does not ride a vfr, but if your bike runs fine without headlights (that means no problem when on the move without headlights), it could be an electrical issue. Get it check before something else fries.

[frogman]

ya almost cfmed electrical already..already at the shop they also thk its electrical but they not sure of e cause yet..for those ridind '02-'05 VFR, did boon siew do a wire harness replacement due to a technical recall?..thks

[vfrT]

anyone?..i've tried searching but couldn't find anythg similar..btw just found out engine also dies when lights are switched on with bike in gear

 

 

Now that you've clarified this, its likely yr battery and/or the rectifier is going soon. Try swapping them both or borrow a set from someone to try out. But I had a near similar situation before before the rectifier fried.

[James996]

ya almost cfmed electrical already..already at the shop they also thk its electrical but they not sure of e cause yet..for those ridind '02-'05 VFR, did boon siew do a wire harness replacement due to a technical recall?..thks

 

I did asked boon siew about the wire harness replacement recall but they told me no such thing.Dun surf other forums so much.

[frogman]

is e rectifier a recurring problem?cos some ppl say certain honda bikes,rectifier better to change every year/every 2 yrs even if no problems?also roughly ard how much?..thks

 

btw Still no update frm bike shop,tmrw call them then i'll update here

[none]

I just changed my chain and 2 sprockets last week.

Do they need time to break in?

 

Somethings that I had noticed after the change:

 

1) Chain noise is non existence under 50km/hr.

Anyway above that I can hear metal "brushing" sound.

Am using scottoiler and the chain is pretty much well lubricated.

 

2) engine braking sound at low speed has become louder.

 

3) sudden acceleration from 1st gear produce "tata" sound from the chain.

Chain tension is pretty tight.

 

Don't know is me or what?

[frogman]

is e rectifier a recurring problem?cos some ppl say certain honda bikes,rectifier better to change every year/every 2 yrs even if no problems?also roughly ard how much?..thks

 

btw Still no update frm bike shop,tmrw call them then i'll update here

 

shop found a leakage at the headlight switch..they fixed that and also changed a new batt

 

btw any1 here install voltage stabilizer?does it help?

[James996]

I just changed my chain and 2 sprockets last week.

Do they need time to break in?

 

Somethings that I had noticed after the change:

 

1) Chain noise is non existence under 50km/hr.

Anyway above that I can hear metal "brushing" sound.

Am using scottoiler and the chain is pretty much well lubricated.

 

2) engine braking sound at low speed has become louder.

 

3) sudden acceleration from 1st gear produce "tata" sound from the chain.

Chain tension is pretty tight.

 

Don't know is me or what?

 

 

After I change mine,1 and 2 are the same as yours...

 

3,i think you might want to loosen the chain slack abit.btw,u using oem front spocket?

[James996]

shop found a leakage at the headlight switch..they fixed that and also changed a new batt

 

btw any1 here install voltage stabilizer?does it help?

 

Congrats.At least you gt yr bike back alive!...

 

I had installed a voltage stab(meant for cars) for abt 1 year already.The one i gt has a very thick grounding wire which I like. I took the readings (at the batt) before and after install and found that the reading after install was slightly higher.

 

I think you can install a volt meter and to monitor the volts so tat you can kw early if there are any electrical problems.

[BlackBandit]

shop found a leakage at the headlight switch..they fixed that and also changed a new batt

 

btw any1 here install voltage stabilizer?does it help?

 

No need a voltage stabilizer if you don't have any extra electrical gizmos.

 

Anyway, it's a fact that rectifiers/starter relay units from several Honda bikes have a shelf life of between 2-4 years. The starter relay unit for my Blackbird burned up after 2 years. Cost me $45 to replace it. Rectifiers will cost close to $200 if I'm not mistaken.

[sino74]

rectifier @ S$200 ?

i guess its expensive...thought bout S$150-180.

anyone can enlighten on this ?

n where can get to purchase it besides Chong Aik ?

tx in advance..

[loufu]

rectifier @ S$200 ?

i guess its expensive...thought bout S$150-180.

anyone can enlighten on this ?

n where can get to purchase it besides Chong Aik ?

tx in advance..

 

iirc,when i was browsing thru VFRD some time back, there is tis guy who bought a R1 rectifier off ebay and fix it on his viffer..

[vfrT]

rectifier @ S$200 ?

i guess its expensive...thought bout S$150-180.

anyone can enlighten on this ?

n where can get to purchase it besides Chong Aik ?

tx in advance..

 

Bought mine for 5th gen at LAB for $140 in Nov 06. Still running fine today.

[vfrT]

Anyway, it's a fact that rectifiers/starter relay units from several Honda bikes have a shelf life of between 2-4 years. The starter relay unit for my Blackbird burned up after 2 years. Cost me $45 to replace it. Rectifiers will cost close to $200 if I'm not mistaken.

 

 

Based on my experience with 2 diff 5th genner vfr and 2 fried rectifiers later I strongly believe the the rectifier will fry if the battery is not in good condition. Reason being if the battery cannot take a charge, then the rectifier will have nowhere to dump the load that the generator is sending it. As a result, the rectifier fries.

That is why when it fails, both the rectifier and battery goes at the same time.

 

I learnt to change my battery before it dies; usually abt 2 years for me - it may be shorter if you don't ride as often.

[loufu]

Based on my experience with 2 diff 5th genner vfr and 2 fried rectifiers later I strongly believe the the rectifier will fry if the battery is not in good condition. Reason being if the battery cannot take a charge, then the rectifier will have nowhere to dump the load that the generator is sending it. As a result, the rectifier fries.

That is why when it fails, both the rectifier and battery goes at the same time.

 

I learnt to change my battery before it dies; usually abt 2 years for me - it may be shorter if you don't ride as often.

 

u got experienced fried alternator->rectifier connectors? i am wondering how am i goin to change my rectifier when the time is up.. currently i directly connecting my altenator->rectifier that 3 yellow wires

[none]

I always go to FJT or eversuccess for Honda OEM parts.

Call and compare price first. But most time FJT should be cheaper.

About $150-$180.

 

rectifier @ S$200 ?

i guess its expensive...thought bout S$150-180.

anyone can enlighten on this ?

n where can get to purchase it besides Chong Aik ?

tx in advance..

[none]

Thanks, guess I am too paranoid.

Yes, sprockets are OEM.

 

After I change mine,1 and 2 are the same as yours...

 

3,i think you might want to loosen the chain slack abit.btw,u using oem front spocket?

[Roner]

ooooooooops

[James996]

Thanks, guess I am too paranoid.

Yes, sprockets are OEM.

 

Cause i found that after market front sprockets dun have the rubber cushion to support the chain like oem..

 

No worries,we are here to share infos.Think yr chain needs to loosen abit to ease the "tata" sound.

[vfrT]

u got experienced fried alternator->rectifier connectors? i am wondering how am i goin to change my rectifier when the time is up.. currently i directly connecting my altenator->rectifier that 3 yellow wires

 

 

Yes, I had 2 rectifiers fried on 2 diff 5th genners. Changing the rectifier is a cinch; just remove the tail fairing, unbolt the rectifier from the frame, disconnect the connector, put in the new one in the reverse order of dismantling and voila. 20~30 leisurely minutes. Easier than changing the spark plugs.

[loufu]

Yes, I had 2 rectifiers fried on 2 diff 5th genners. Changing the rectifier is a cinch; just remove the tail fairing, unbolt the rectifier from the frame, disconnect the connector, put in the new one in the reverse order of dismantling and voila. 20~30 leisurely minutes. Easier than changing the spark plugs.

 

erm, i mean the melted 3pin connectors.. i had to snip off the connecter and directly connect the wires.. what if the next time i wan to replace rectifier.. there wont be any connectors for my new rectifier..

 

if any of u noe wea to get those connectors replacement?

[vfrT]

erm, i mean the melted 3pin connectors.. i had to snip off the connecter and directly connect the wires.. what if the next time i wan to replace rectifier.. there wont be any connectors for my new rectifier..

 

if any of u noe wea to get those connectors replacement?

 

I used to get my supplies at Blk 263 waterloo street. Bring along a sample for easy reference, otherwise just tell them you need a 3-pin connector. cheers

[loufu]

I used to get my supplies at Blk 263 waterloo street. Bring along a sample for easy reference, otherwise just tell them you need a 3-pin connector. cheers

 

can fit and match perfectly with the original rectifier connector?

[vfrT]

can fit and match perfectly with the original rectifier connector?

 

Bring yr rectifier there for best fit then.