May 2014 Bike of the Month

[FromMaine]

This is another bike that has been on the "definite BOTM" list. Its been modded quite a bit, but along the lines of Form follows function. All the work done on the bike was to improve on performance and handling rather than styling, yet it turned out looking absolutely perfect in my opinion.

Instead of detailing all the work that went into this project, I'm just going to shut up and let the pictures do the talking.




Congratulations Tom (VF1000RS) your 84 VF1000F is May 2014's Bike of the Month.

A link to the thread in the Photo Gallery.

http://v4hondabbs.com/index.php?topic=46682.0

[John Hilmer]

Tom,

Congratulations!

I've been thinking that this might happen.

Another excellent example for sure.

john

[zarticus]

 :beer:

[Stretch]

Having spent a lot of time with a 1000f this spring I now have a new appreciation for these bikes. I remember reading about the time and effort Tom put into this thinking, I hope he knows what he's doing. Obviously he did.

You've raised the bar. Great job and congratulations.

[MB_ED]

 :thumb

[v4forever]

Congrats Tom,
This is a great example of a true classic. :thumb

[subsidiarymaxima]

Congrats, Tom!   :beer:  That is am amazing looking machine!  Love the inverted forks and drilled discs. The whole thing just looks fantastic!

Best,
James

[chazglenn3]

Congrats, Tom!

[VF1000RS]

Wow, thanks! Wasnt sure what to expect after that cryptic email! Haha! I should probably post a couple current pictures though. Finished up a few details since.

Oh, by the way, check out the June issue of Practical Sportsbikes mag when it comes out. (Prolly around the beginning of August here in the USA).

[TarHeelV4Rider]

Thank you Michael!  :thumb

This is a Purdy example of modding a 1000F into what the factory should have continued with it's evolution. I have drooled over the pics ever since I saw them!

Gives me inspiration on the F I have.  :mellow:

Congrats, Tom!!  :beer:

[65crazy]

Sweet ride, congrats.

[Hopit88]

 :thumb :thumb

[OregonMike]

Congrats!  Another great choice :beer:

[Teradyne]

Super nice bike
Congrats

[Magoo]

I always try to avoid looking at any pics containing Tom's bikes.

Out of jealousy and shame.  But mostly jealousy.

Congrats.

Magoo

[klopperg]

That bike is wicked  :beer: :beer:

[leebee]

Congratulations!  Excellent VFR!

I really like the mods to upgrade the suspension.  

Lee B

PS - @ Magoo, I try not look at the pics due to envy.  And then there's the shame thing - maybe I'll wash the Magna this year...   ;D

[VF1000RS]

Thanks guys for the very nice comments. Here is a more current pic:

[ThoseAreAnts]

Absolutely gorgeous. You deserve to be very proud.

I've always been a cruiser or dirt-bike guy, but the more I see these Interceptors around here, the more I like them. Uh oh... :hooker:

[The Dutchy]

One of Tom's great examples that Original looks still can be mixed with modern materials...

More then an excellent job Tom..  :thumb

Wish I had it in me to take a 'ceptor to that level...

[VF1000RS]

Thanks again guys for all the kind comments. I am honored to have been part of this forum for over 10 years now. I`ve learned quite a bit over that time so thanks!

[John Hilmer]

Raymond,

I am a bit surprised at your perspective about this. I'm also surprised that I'm the first to mention this.

It seems to me that you are more than capable of doing what Tom has done, perhaps more.  :thumb

Have you just challenged yourself?  :dunno:

If I was capable of such things I would feel like I should try given Tom's example.  :beer:

For a long time you have shown us your expert ability on the endurance race machines. Could you turn this ability into a creative Interceptor or would you want to.  :???:

I know that you are working on spending time with your son. Perhaps just put this in mind for later.

Teasing I am, and I hope that the divergence from the original thread might be tolerated.

Tom, sorry for the high jack.

John

One of Tom's great examples that Original looks still can be mixed with modern materials...

More then an excellent job Tom..  :thumb

Wish I had it in me to take a 'ceptor to that level...

[The Dutchy]

Thanks John, and sorry to be off-topic here Tom..

But I ment by "Wish I had it in me to take a 'ceptor to that level." Í never gone that way, so lots of unexperienced routes jet there to discover..
Besides Toms VF1000F, I know his 1000R to.. A very nice 1000R.. And I also like Hopits 1000R too.. Three great examples of Honda VF DNA series with a modern twist.. And yes, I do love the looks of them all. 

I kept my 'ceptors as original as possible... But I always have an urge to build a VF with my own "signature" on it..   

But sometimes you need a little push to start working in that direction..

Think you nudged me a bit today John  :thumb
 

[luv2fly]

Pardon me Tom whilst I keep dribble from falling onto my monitor here.  Rolling art man.  Rolling art.

[Miecul]

That's one sweet looking ride Tom. One Honda I've never had the pleasure of riding. You don't see many of those bikes up where I live. I don't know if that's a good thing or bad thing. Nice job!

[VF1000RS]

Thanks for the nice comments. And no worries on the thread derailment! Not that far off the subject!

[canamag]

Great inspiration for me. She is a beaut.

Gary

[VF1000RS]

This arrived the other day and since it doesn`t exist without pictures, I took some.
Thanks Michael!

[subsidiarymaxima]

Awesome!  Now THAT'S an award to be proud of!   :thumb

[Steevo]

I always try to avoid looking at any pics containing Tom's bikes.

Out of jealousy and shame.  But mostly jealousy.

Congrats.

Magoo

DITTO!

Beautiful Tom!  tenof10