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For sale is my excellent condition 1985 Honda VF1000R Interceptor. This is a legit 442 mile bike in really amazing original condition. Probably no other VF1000R like this in the country! The bike is immaculate with the original exhaust, wheels, body parts, everything. This is a 99 point bike with the smallest imperfections noted in photos. When I bought this bike a year ago from the original owner, it had sat in a dry warehouse for 25 years. I made the bike 100 percent in ride-ready condition. The original tires were replaced with new performance rubber and ALL fluids were replaced. The good news is that it was in a dry indoor space with a cover over it and there is no corrosion on any fasteners, steel, aluminum, or anything. The bike is pristine (see pictures). The seat is like a brand new bike, the cowl is perfect, the paint is original and beautiful, all of the fiberglass is factory new. This is a 9.9 out of 10 bike and is a chance to travel back in time and buy this bike new. I did some upgrades which are all well-considered upgrades! I bought this bike from a guy who had it parked and covered for close to 25 years in a large car-garage. I currently own a second Interceptor (10k mile 1986 VF1000R) so I bought this bike to simply be my one collector but I still wanted to be able to ride it. I paid $12,700 for the bike and spent another $3,149 to get the bike in ride-ready perfect condition. I'm not looking to get all my money back as I never intended to sell it. I listed the bike and changed my mind before the reserve was met and cancelled the auction, deciding to keep it. I have to sell it as I just bought a new Ducati 1299 Panigale anniversario and I can't keep two interceptors. I rode it into work (45 miles) seven weeks ago and it ran flawlessly. Last year, when I bought it, before even starting it, I did a major overhaul/full service at Adrenaline Cycle in Seekonk, MA which included all fluids, flushed brakes, add stainless steel braided brake lines, rebuilt rear master cylinder, lube and adjust throttle and clutch cables, flush cooling system, torque and check all chassis fittings and fasteners, replace shock (rear) with Hagon coil-over upgrade, Check/tighten steering head bearings, test charging system, replace battery, NGK spark plugs, oil filter with adapter for top-end oiling kit (Daughtry Motorsports), compression check and full tune, clean and synch carbs, flush fuel tank and add 1 gallon bath metal rust remover, replace petcock assembly (leaking). Tank still had metal particles after etching and flush so re-acid etched and treated fuel tank with POR-15 cycle tank repair kit. The new parts used/modifications I made were all selected to provide daily-driver reliability and address some of the inherent problems with the bike. Here is what I did: Non-OEM parts include: 1. Stainless steel braided brake lines (discarded original lines) 2. Hagon center shock/coil-over by Daughtry Motorsports (original mint condition air adjustable shock is included with the bike but they are notorious for leaking pressure and there are no re-build kits available and I don't trust the original shock with my life hence the high-end Hagon mono-shock). Shock was valved and springs were set for me being a 180 lb. solo rider optimum. 3. Engine top-end oiling kit from Daughtry Motorsports (early VF1000's were reported to suffer top end oiling deficiency and this kit addreses that fully). 4. Replaced original tires with brand new Bridgestone Battlax BT45's. Went to 150/70/17 rear (stock was 140) and 120/80/16 front (stock size). The condition of the bike is absolutely beautiful. There are very small cosmetic flaws from almost 30 years of existence. I have photographed these. Nick (touched up) on front forks and fender. Before I got the bike it had fallen over and scratched the mirror (see pic) and cracked the aluminum foot peg on the right side. This was replaced with a perfect foot peg bracket found on ebay (see pic), there is touch-up paint from the lip of the gas tank (see pic). The inside of the tank had some rust so I tried etching and flush, but there were still small tiny particles, so I decided to do the complete 3-part fuel tank coating and it is now perfect. Comes with Pit Bull rear wheel stand shown, original manual, original tool kit, two (2) original keys, original magazine with test article, original factory dealer brochure, and battery tender leads connected with charger lead indicator decal. I have not registered the bike and it comes with a bill of sale and the 1989 issued Title that lists the second owner. The first owner was the guy's dad apparently. I am happy to answer any questions and the bike is available for inspections by appointment. The bike will be on sale separately at Adrenaline Cycle in Seekonk MA in a few days (it's raining here). I require payment in certified check or money order. I will not accept personal checks and funds need to be sent, recvd, and cleared before bike will ship. Will send title and bill of sale when funds arrive. I bought the bike here on ebay a year or so ago. Here is the original listing describing the bike:"This museum quality bike is part of a retired CEO's collection. He is reducing his inventory of bikes. This pristine bike has been given "loving care". It has been stored in a garage and only has 249 miles. It has been mechanically maintained over the years and has clean carbs, fresh fuel, new battery and fresh hydraulics. EVERYTHING works like new. Bike is stored in Birmingham, Alabama".The truth about the bike (I bought it without inspecting it) was that while it was indeed immaculate condition, it was not a totally accurate description. The bike had sat for a very very long time and the fluids had not been changed in the radiator or brakes. The fuel was tiger-piss old and tank had corrosion in it as a result of a third full tank left with moisture in it. Plus the transporter had the bike fall over and everyone pretended it never happened. I pulled up the photos to prove it didn't have a cracked foot peg bracket, but all of that is water under the bridge. NOW the bike has no stories and is in proper condition. Everything I own is mechanically perfect and I am meticulous. SPECIFICATIONS:Engine - liquid cooled, four stroke, 90 degree V-four, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinderCapacity -998 ccBore & Stroke - 77 x 53.6 mmCompetition Ratio - 10.7:1Induction - 4 x 34mm CV type carbsIgnition Starting -Inductive magnetically triggered/electric Max Power - 130 hp @10500 rpmMax Torque - 63.7 ft lb @8000 RPMTransmission/Drive - 5 Speed/chainFront Suspension - 41mm center-axle with air assist, 3 way rebound damping, anti-dive valving, 150mm wheel travelRear Suspension - air-assist coil-over shock, progressive linkage, three-way rebound damping, 120mm wheel travelhttp://www.ebay.com/itm/171886261912?rmvSB=true Brakes- 2x285mm discs 4 piston calipersRear Brakes - Singe 285mm disc 1 piston caliperFront Tire - 120/80 V16Rear Tire - 140/80 V17Fuel Capacity - 23 Liters (4.5 gallon)Standing 1/4 Mile - 10.8 Sec/124.4 mphTop Speed - 149.0 mph On Oct-02-16 at 17:07:48 PDT, seller added the following information: I am also listing some other bikes in my collection shortly, so see my other auctions. 1997 MINT Ducati 748, and one of the most perfect 1982 Suzuki GS1000SZ Katanas in the world.On Oct-04-16 at 07:47:16 PDT, seller added the following information: Note: I will be out of town the last three days of this auction. I will try to answer all questions on my mobile device, but if you have any specific questions or want to schedule a local inspection, it would be easier to do so before Friday night this week as I will be unavailable sat/sun.