Update 6.18.2014: The seller has informed us this bike is now sold. Congratulations to buyer and seller! -dc
Today’s Featured Listing is this very well preserved VF1000R. These debuted the gear driven cams on the V4 engine, which would go on to be a signature piece (and sound) through the RC30 and all the way up to through VFR800. While it’s a very big bike by today’s standards, this was a force to be reckoned with in it’s day and still enjoys a loyal following. This example has a scant 8,600 miles and an asking price of $8,000.
We’d like to thank Monty for purchasing a Featured Listing and wish buyers and seller good luck!
dc
from the seller:
I’ve always loved the VF1000R for many reasons and have for years attempted to locate a mostly stock example. I came close about eight or nine years ago but then, just the night before I was to finalize the deal, the seller had a change of heart and decided not to sell. So ever since, I’ve been hunting for the nicest and original motorbike I could find.
As it turns out, I found this beauty from a collector on the east coast and was able to purchase it. He had kept it very nice and was mostly original but needed a few small details resolved. I had the carbs cleaned and adjusted, completely serviced, including flushing the brake and hydraulic systems, replaced intake boots, adjusted and lubed cables, installed a new battery and put fresh tires on it. I also changed out the small, aftermarket turn signals with some nos units I found. I haven’t been able to locate the original mirrors to replace the aftermarket units although the current mirrors function much better than the originals so I’ve left them on.
I ride the bike to current VJMC club meets and area bike shows where it always draws much attention for the superb condition and paint quality, which appears to be original. The only defect I can find are the two small cracks on the plastic seal cowl but are very small most people don’t see them. It has all of the original decals in place as well. Its a dream to ride and everything works as they should. It has only 8,628 miles believed to be original and appear consistent with the excellent condition of the bike.
