Honda reliablity - Page 2

MikeSP1 · 04-21-2009, 12:41 AM

But proper maintenance is key. I've got my RC51 all torn apart because the previous owner beat the crap out of it (in a bad way). I bought the bike with bent rims, leaky fork seals, front and rear sprockets worn out after only 12k. I know that the right side radiator is brand new, and she's been dropped on both sides. I know that the previous owner abused her and I doubt he did much in the way of maintenance.But she still rides well. Once I'm done with the repairs and mods she should go like a champ. I'm looking at keeping this bike for a very long time.

I've got two Honda's now and they both run strong and reliable.

101lifts2 · 04-23-2009, 01:09 AM

I have this annoying rattle in my cluster or somwhere in that area between 3-4K....07 600rr

Mr Lefty · 04-23-2009, 07:20 AM

I know it's a pain(serious)... but have ya tried pulling the guages out and opening them up?

if it's not IN the cluster... just by getting TO the cluster you should be able to fine wtf is the issue

on that note... anyone have the link for the shop manuals for different bikes?

Rsv1000R · 04-23-2009, 09:00 AM

I don't know the Honda I had leaked more oil than my Harley

thirdgenlxi · 04-25-2009, 02:21 AM

154,300 miles, original motor, still runs as smooth and strong as when new... that's all I gotta say!

101lifts2 · 04-25-2009, 09:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eBBs15

I know it's a pain(serious)... but have ya tried pulling the guages out and opening them up?

if it's not IN the cluster... just by getting TO the cluster you should be able to fine wtf is the issue

on that note... anyone have the link for the shop manuals for different bikes?

Ehhhh...too lazy. Its only between 3-4k and I'm usually at 9.

Mr Lefty · 04-25-2009, 09:12 PM

hey need a manual? I got a link for one

Particle Man · 04-28-2009, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 101lifts2

I have this annoying rattle in my cluster or somwhere in that area between 3-4K....07 600rr

if you're that close to the cluster that you can hear it it's probably your helmet hitting it

04-21-2009, 12:41 AM	#1
MikeSP1 Perpetual trouble Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: at the base of the Alps Moto: VTX 1300C, RC51, CBR600RR, CBR929RR Posts: 715	But proper maintenance is key. I've got my RC51 all torn apart because the previous owner beat the crap out of it (in a bad way). I bought the bike with bent rims, leaky fork seals, front and rear sprockets worn out after only 12k. I know that the right side radiator is brand new, and she's been dropped on both sides. I know that the previous owner abused her and I doubt he did much in the way of maintenance.But she still rides well. Once I'm done with the repairs and mods she should go like a champ. I'm looking at keeping this bike for a very long time. I've got two Honda's now and they both run strong and reliable. __________________ "Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in one pretty and well preserved piece, but to skid across the line broadside, thoroughly used up, worn out, leaking oil, shouting GERONIMO!"

04-23-2009, 01:09 AM	#2
101lifts2 WSB Champion Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Anaheim, CA Moto: 2009 Kawi ZX6R Posts: 5,570	I have this annoying rattle in my cluster or somwhere in that area between 3-4K....07 600rr __________________ Train Hard Ron Paul - 2012 Mark of Excellence GM

04-25-2009, 02:21 AM	#5
thirdgenlxi They call me a ride whore Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Mills River, NC Moto: 2004 CBR 600 F4i Posts: 353	154,300 miles, original motor, still runs as smooth and strong as when new... that's all I gotta say! __________________ *-Jared* Black/Red '04 CBR 600 F4i - 253,500 miles and counting Black '89 Accord LX-i sedan - 435,200 miles still going strong States visited on my F4i facebook.com/thirdgenlxi

04-23-2009, 07:20 AM	#3
Mr Lefty TWFix Legend Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Denver CO Moto: 01 BMW F650GS Dakar Posts: 15,677	I know it's a pain(serious)... but have ya tried pulling the guages out and opening them up? if it's not IN the cluster... just by getting TO the cluster you should be able to fine wtf is the issue on that note... anyone have the link for the shop manuals for different bikes?

04-23-2009, 09:00 AM	#4
Rsv1000R WERA White Plate Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,059	I don't know the Honda I had leaked more oil than my Harley

04-25-2009, 09:12 PM	#7
Mr Lefty TWFix Legend Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Denver CO Moto: 01 BMW F650GS Dakar Posts: 15,677	hey need a manual? I got a link for one