Phlebmasters 1985 VF500f Interceptor Evolution- Full of pics and win..

Phlebmaster · 06-26-2012, 08:00 PM

Well, daddy brought home his new project tonight. I traded my KZ400 Cafe for this wonderful machine.

This bike has some history on this forum....first it was owned by daves929, then MeRock, Then Sinnergy and now by me. The bike is not perfect by any means, but it is a project and a daily rider in addition to having much more poop than the KZ400 had. I was grinning from ear to ear all the way home.

I need a new rear tire, a new rear sprocket (mine is bent a bit), and some new plastics. Oh...and the white paint is going to go bye bye.

Anywhoo.... Please enjoy my new project thread, and the many developments that will come my way as I get to know my second bike.

Obligatory Pics....

Jims08Z06 · 06-26-2012, 08:27 PM

It definitely has potential. PS I once had a wife who made as many rounds as your new ride has...AJ

Andy Capp · 06-26-2012, 08:28 PM

Sad to see the KZ go but looking forward to your new project.

R1 pipes?

Phlebmaster · 06-26-2012, 08:28 PM

Originally Posted by Jims08Z06

It definitely has potential. PS I once had a wife who made as many rounds as your new ride has...AJ

Before or after you??? LOL

Potential it has for sure. My daughter already has approved, but says I must put a Decepticon sticker on it. I don't know about that....

holypiston · 06-26-2012, 08:29 PM

Nice ride Phleb. I like this one MUCH better.

I'll bet it is nice and torquey. I remember riding my cousin's 83? VF500? cruiser. Not a bad bike and leaned alright.

Phlebmaster · 06-26-2012, 08:30 PM

Originally Posted by Andy Capp

Sad to see the KZ go but looking forward to your new project.

R1 pipes?

LOL.....you know my afinity for flair. I like the sound of the Kerkers.

I will miss the KZ too, but she will still be around. I passed her onto another forum member who will take good care.

Phlebmaster · 06-26-2012, 08:31 PM

Originally Posted by holypiston

Nice ride Phleb. I like this one MUCH better.

I'll bet it is nice and torquey. I remember riding my cousin's 83? VF500? cruiser. Not a bad bike and leaned alright.

Thanks! I found the juice zone...at around 7500 RPM....then Vrooom!!

Jims08Z06 · 06-26-2012, 08:33 PM

Originally Posted by Phlebmaster

Before or after you??? LOL

Potential it has for sure. My daughter already has approved, but says I must put a Decepticon sticker on it. I don't know about that....

I darn near bought one of those when they first came out. Motors were about "Bullet Proof" and the handling, for the time was good. I favor the original Red, White, Blue, just was a nice combination that complimented the bike/styling...AJ

NoMornings · 06-26-2012, 09:04 PM

Originally Posted by Phlebmaster

Thanks! I found the juice zone...at around 7500 RPM....then Vrooom!!

I believe I DID mention 8k as sort of a dividing point.

And welcome again to the VF500F group/gang/gaggle/cult/whatever.

I'll be watching this thread for interesting developments and/or ideas.

Andy Capp · 06-26-2012, 09:08 PM

Originally Posted by Jims08Z06

I darn near bought one of those when they first came out. Motors were about "Bullet Proof" and the handling, for the time was good. I favor the original Red, White, Blue, just was a nice combination that complimented the bike/styling...AJ

to R,W & B

........and no ghey xformers stickers!

NoMornings · 06-26-2012, 09:16 PM

Originally Posted by Andy Capp

to R,W & B

You mean like this?

Veloc · 06-26-2012, 10:04 PM

Or this one...

Of course, mine is now long gone... :(

Even after 26 years, mine would happily pull hard to redline. Granted, it's no R6 but it was still enough to run right the hell away from every 250 I came across. Rode with one of my neighbors who was on his 1100 'Strada, and managed to keep up in the corners. Over an hour of hard riding and that engine had never been happier.

One absolute necessity: Get rid of that rear shock! Contact Jaime Daugherty and get a modified CBR shock. http://www.daughertymotorsports.com/

Bmwridr05 · 06-26-2012, 10:18 PM

I too am looking forward to your build thread

courier11sec · 06-27-2012, 01:26 AM

Two things:
1.
It's not a daily rider until it doesn't have a bent drive sprocket. Please do not die because your chain bound up your rear wheel mid-corner when it jumped the sprocket.
2.
I know of a sweet set of zx10r pipes you could mangle on to that thing.
Titanium makes you go faster!
Contact nakedinseattle for details.
3.
Corn-gratulations.

nsrg500 · 06-27-2012, 02:34 AM

TedR · 06-27-2012, 07:07 AM

Congrats on the 'new' acquisition. Cool bike, my wife has an '84 VF500F.
Fun, agile little bike to tool around on, but tiny ergos and too-soft suspension for my 230# bulk.
Yeah they definitely wake up north of 8k rpm. Gets going pretty good if you wring it's neck.
Total agony to get started if it sits awhile and loses fuel-pump prime, but I figured out how to resolve it quickly. PM for details if you wish.

Is that a full Kerker system? Rare as hen's teeth if it is.
A full system makes the Miniceptor sound pretty fierce.
Too bad the cans are maimed.

Good Luck and have fun!

.

Phlebmaster · 06-27-2012, 06:17 PM

First Thing......I bought this bike knowing it was going to be a project. So anything I mention about this said project is not a bad reflection on any previous owner....except MeRock, We can blame him for everything if you like... LOL Just Kidding

Things I learned today...

I rode her about 100 miles today and learned where the reserve is, the gear ratios and where she likes the RPM range. How she handles in the corners a bit...me likey!

Also, how she reacts to grooves in the road and paint lines. And how she gives the smackdown to the occasional jerk who thinks he wants to merge in front of me when there is plenty of room behind. I have to say I am very impressed...quiet, and smooth until you flick the wrist and then changes happen.

You knew this would not take me long......The throttle felt "spongy" so I fixed it. The cable was about to fall off the linkage! Glad it got me home.....

Those are a Pain In The Ass to get off.....So ya know.

Veloc · 06-27-2012, 07:58 PM

LOL, let me know when you get set to sync the carbs.

Phlebmaster · 06-27-2012, 08:04 PM

Originally Posted by Veloc

LOL, let me know when you get set to sync the carbs.

I will! Somehow I think this sync thing is going to be a cursing party. LOL

I was out in Tanasbourne and Orenco today for work....I should get your contact info so next time I am your way I can see if you are around.

MeRock · 06-27-2012, 08:37 PM

My baby! I hope you like the seat cover my mother made!

That machine gave a whole new meaning to the phrase "cheap and cheerful". You can extract several hours of entertainment from it for less money than going to the movies! My most efficient trip on that bike was from Cheney, WA to White Salmon, WA (270 miles) getting 54 MPG. That whole trip cost me $20!

I hope you enjoy her as much as I did! Here's some eye candy for you:

First day of ownership:

After some rattle-can magic (I'm poor):

Proving my theory that motorcycles do in fact work when it is raining:

Somewhere in eastern Washington:


06-26-2012, 08:00 PM	#1
Phlebmaster Chicken Strips Joined: Jan 2012 From: Oregon City I Ride: 1984 Porsche 944- 1987 VFR750 Traded- 1985 VF500f Interceptor traded- 1976 KZ400 traded	Phlebmasters 1985 VF500f Interceptor Evolution- Full of pics and win.. Well, daddy brought home his new project tonight. I traded my KZ400 Cafe for this wonderful machine. This bike has some history on this forum....first it was owned by daves929, then MeRock, Then Sinnergy and now by me. The bike is not perfect by any means, but it is a project and a daily rider in addition to having much more poop than the KZ400 had. I was grinning from ear to ear all the way home. I need a new rear tire, a new rear sprocket (mine is bent a bit), and some new plastics. Oh...and the white paint is going to go bye bye. Anywhoo.... Please enjoy my new project thread, and the many developments that will come my way as I get to know my second bike. Obligatory Pics.... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-26-2012, 08:27 PM	#2
Jims08Z06 Bat Crazed Joined: May 2009 From: WA I Ride: 08, R1	It definitely has potential. PS I once had a wife who made as many rounds as your new ride has...AJ __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-26-2012, 08:28 PM	#3
Andy Capp Superbiker Joined: Oct 2010 From: Everett, WA I Ride: 05 GSX-R750, 08 675, 72 XL250	Sad to see the KZ go but looking forward to your new project. R1 pipes? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-26-2012, 08:29 PM	#5
holypiston Superbiker Joined: Oct 2006 From: Vanquiver, WA Blog Entries: 2 I Ride: RD400F Daytonut	Nice ride Phleb. I like this one MUCH better. I'll bet it is nice and torquey. I remember riding my cousin's 83? VF500? cruiser. Not a bad bike and leaned alright. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-26-2012, 10:04 PM	#12
Veloc Peg Dragger Joined: Aug 2011 From: Tanasbourne, OR I Ride: 2008 R6, 2007 S2R 1000	Or this one... Of course, mine is now long gone... :( Even after 26 years, mine would happily pull hard to redline. Granted, it's no R6 but it was still enough to run right the hell away from every 250 I came across. Rode with one of my neighbors who was on his 1100 'Strada, and managed to keep up in the corners. Over an hour of hard riding and that engine had never been happier. One absolute necessity: Get rid of that rear shock! Contact Jaime Daugherty and get a modified CBR shock. http://www.daughertymotorsports.com/ __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-26-2012, 10:18 PM	#13
Bmwridr05 Peg Dragger Joined: Mar 2006 From: Chewelah,WA I Ride: 1985 R80, and others	I too am looking forward to your build thread __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-27-2012, 01:26 AM	#14
courier11sec Moto2 Contender Joined: Sep 2008 From: where they don't have lawns. I Ride: Red bike, Brown truck, various collections of junk held together poorly.	Two things: 1. It's not a daily rider until it doesn't have a bent drive sprocket. Please do not die because your chain bound up your rear wheel mid-corner when it jumped the sprocket. 2. I know of a sweet set of zx10r pipes you could mangle on to that thing. Titanium makes you go faster! Contact nakedinseattle for details. 3. Corn-gratulations. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-27-2012, 02:34 AM	#15
nsrg500 Shredder Joined: May 2011 From: Everett. WA I Ride: GS1150 Rat bike, NSR(G)500cc two stroke,CBR 900rr	__________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-27-2012, 07:07 AM	#16
TedR Endorsed Joined: Feb 2011 From: Ferndale, WA I Ride: Big-Block Dinosaurs	Congrats on the 'new' acquisition. Cool bike, my wife has an '84 VF500F. Fun, agile little bike to tool around on, but tiny ergos and too-soft suspension for my 230# bulk. Yeah they definitely wake up north of 8k rpm. Gets going pretty good if you wring it's neck. Total agony to get started if it sits awhile and loses fuel-pump prime, but I figured out how to resolve it quickly. PM for details if you wish. Is that a full Kerker system? Rare as hen's teeth if it is. A full system makes the Miniceptor sound pretty fierce. Too bad the cans are maimed. Good Luck and have fun! . __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-27-2012, 06:17 PM	#17
Phlebmaster Chicken Strips Joined: Jan 2012 From: Oregon City I Ride: 1984 Porsche 944- 1987 VFR750 Traded- 1985 VF500f Interceptor traded- 1976 KZ400 traded	First Thing......I bought this bike knowing it was going to be a project. So anything I mention about this said project is not a bad reflection on any previous owner....except MeRock, We can blame him for everything if you like... LOL Just Kidding Things I learned today... I rode her about 100 miles today and learned where the reserve is, the gear ratios and where she likes the RPM range. How she handles in the corners a bit...me likey! Also, how she reacts to grooves in the road and paint lines. And how she gives the smackdown to the occasional jerk who thinks he wants to merge in front of me when there is plenty of room behind. I have to say I am very impressed...quiet, and smooth until you flick the wrist and then changes happen. You knew this would not take me long......The throttle felt "spongy" so I fixed it. The cable was about to fall off the linkage! Glad it got me home..... Those are a Pain In The Ass to get off.....So ya know. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-27-2012, 07:58 PM	#18
Veloc Peg Dragger Joined: Aug 2011 From: Tanasbourne, OR I Ride: 2008 R6, 2007 S2R 1000	LOL, let me know when you get set to sync the carbs. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-27-2012, 08:37 PM	#20
MeRock Permit Joined: Apr 2011 From: White Salmon, WA I Ride: 1996 Triumph Tiger	My baby! I hope you like the seat cover my mother made! That machine gave a whole new meaning to the phrase "cheap and cheerful". You can extract several hours of entertainment from it for less money than going to the movies! My most efficient trip on that bike was from Cheney, WA to White Salmon, WA (270 miles) getting 54 MPG. That whole trip cost me $20! I hope you enjoy her as much as I did! Here's some eye candy for you: First day of ownership: After some rattle-can magic (I'm poor): Proving my theory that motorcycles do in fact work when it is raining: Somewhere in eastern Washington: __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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