Restoration Of A Ruined Legend - Honda VFR 400 NC30 - Part 6

Well you asked for a longer episode so this one should make good on that at nearly an hour long! In this episode I tackle to massive job of reconditioning all of the engine parts and getting them put back together in the way Honda intended. The first stage of this process removing all of the scale build up from the water jacket, I done this by using a central heating cleaner in a bath of hot water and it done the job nicely. The casings were also all striped back to bare alloy and refinished to better than OEM spec and all of the mechanical parts have been inspected, cleaned, machined or replaced as necessary and all of that added up to one fully rebuilt engine that's fit for another 40,000kms... hopefully.
Enjoy.
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Restoration Of A Ruined Legend - Honda VFR 400 NC30 - Part 6

[@buster9538]

Will we ever see Yamaha R1 1998 - 2001 on your channel?

[@EnlightenedSavage]

Had one of these. Best motorcycle ever made imo. Have a newer one now but I would trade it for a good condition 98 99. It is hard to find one that hasn't been trashed or affordable. Had a guy selling a garage princess a year ago with less than a thousand miles on it! He wanted more than I could afford. Wish I could have bought it.

[@HypeMike13]

PLEASE don’t assume because we seen you do “jobs” on other projects a million times that we don’t want to see it again. I, for one, want to see it all. Your work is so satisfying and you’re a master craftsman!

[@fieromaury]

Totally agree

[@daveblack9105]

Agree also

[@sharvey6146]

Agree I like to see everything if there is one episode just to put the wire harness on the bike great I would love to see it

[@fredrickrari9338]

True , we want to see it all

[@shauncho6738]

I love the Bob Ross reference! I beat the devil out of all my brushes! As always great to see you do such amazing work! I love your attention to detail and authenticity in your restoration work! I appreciate that you retain the original characters as much as possible. THIS is real restoration!

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you so much really glad you enjoyed the little reference cant wait to see how many people pick up on it and thank you for your very kind comment it means alot :)

[@EFNIR]

Paused at 8:48 trying to guess whether we'll be treated to any happy accidents! 🤣

[@christophershiret4869]

Happy little brushes

[@JDnBeastlet]

It's always a pleasure to see a new video pop up in this series. You do wonderful work and I thoroughly enjoying being along for the ride!

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you so much I'm really happy to hear that :)

[@char-rez83]

Literally to the words out of my mouth. Awesome work.

[@carlstyth8368]

It's very therapeutic. Keeps my OCD humming just nice. 😊

[@davidshearer9545]

How can you cram so much knowledge into one brain at such a young age, I'm just memorized watching all the different builds,what a talent you have ,and to share it with us is just fantastic 👏👏👏

[@stuartmatthews8187]

One of the humblest and most enjoyable channels on KZbin. Amazing work.

[@camperp195]

As restoration channels go,this is one of,if not the best!

[@RRCRestoration]

You're too kind :)

[@29lookingood]

Wowsers Batman, all that hard work sure did pay off. She is looking stunning. Those pistons came out looking like they had just been made. And the sparkle of that paint job at 7:09 ✨✨✨ 😎 Btw, the views and likes on this video are clocking up as I write, and well deserved too. An outstanding restoration as always 👍🏾💙

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you so much for leaving that kind comment it means a lot to me and I'm really happy to hear that you've enjoyed the episode : )

[@AndyPat239]

​@@RRCRestorationme 3 😊

[@HenryLeslieGraham]

suggestion. for future restorations consider getting a wheelie bin/large swing top bin. those are cheap and sturdy and importantly are very deep. and of course arent round. so you can submerge large objects like an engine block completely in cleaning fluid. I've used a large bin to store my fish whenever I clean out my fish pond.

[@RRCRestoration]

A great tip and now i feel rather foolish as i have a spare wheelie bin sitting at the side of my workshop " D'OH" lol.

[@nicolaisndergaard5389]

Honestly such a pleasure to watch a truly passionate gearhead, doing gods work to keep these "old time" legends alive. You have such a wonderful way of putting your videos together. Truly deserve the success of the channel. Keep it up man.

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you so much for your kind comment :)

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

Just what I needed for a cold, wet, damp and soggy day when im stuck indoors.

[@RRCRestoration]

I hope you enjoy it :)

[@melodicchronic5181]

I love how it's just you doing all of this yourself. You don't seem to be in any kind of rush and you have everything you could need in your awesome little shop. And I always leave these videos speaking with an accent. Love it.

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you so much, really glad you enjoy it :)

[@gartmanxxx]

That is one jewel of an engine. No cam chain to mess with. Nice. Great video as usual. Looking forward to the next one. Fan from Nova Scotia, Canada.

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you very much I'm really happy to hear you enjoyed it :)

[@leesmith6750]

A 57-minute + episode is always a nice surprise. Great job on the engine. Looks better than new. You must feel proud when you look at what you've achieved. Eagerly awaiting the next instalment.

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you so much for your kind comment, Yeah I am loving the way this restoration is turning out very rewarding :)

[@barondugger]

It was 57 minutes? I didn't even notice... LOL

[@LS-uv9gg]

Some of my other favourite channels are those old Japanese Master Craftsmen ones, and Watchmaker videos. This awesome resto dude hits the exact same sweet spot for me. Sooo satisfying and pleasurable to the soul, thank you so much, buddy!

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you so much for watching and leaving a comment :)

[@williamc7367]

Wow! It is super impressive the amount of knowledge that is in your head concerning these different builds. Great job!

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank You, I'm glad you enjoy my work :)

[@brunoramey50]

That's a job perfectly done ! No power tools, plain oil on the journal, no force, no cut corner. this is awesome !

[@markgraham3871]

Every day is a learning day - I had no idea you could use Fernox to descale an engine like that! Brilliant! Keep up the great content 👏

[@RRCRestoration]

Yup, worked a treat just takes a while since its not working in a constantly heated and circulating environment.

[@michaelarcangel3694]

Wonderful workmanship! 👍🏼Those older Honda's were so ahead of it's time back in the day!

[@RRCRestoration]

Couldn't agree more! :)

[@mbpm6135]

I must tell you that between my mechanics and yourself, these two channels I have been watching over the last 3 years and I have recently decided to pick up restoring. I'm going to start a job in powdercoating in january coming from no technical background whatsoever so I can do one or two activities from home I can build a business with. I would love to take a banged up ZX-12R one day and fix it up new much like you did this and the 916. I know people love watching your work here but I doubt there's many of us who are genuinely inspired to take it up for self employment!

[@RRCRestoration]

Nice one, thank you for your comment and i wish you all the best in your new career :)

[@personperson2149]

Hello, I’m from Russia, And because of the sanctions, we can’t buy original spare parts, so we buy old spare parts and bring them to the state of new ones, this can also be called restoration, If you want to do something, then do it, experience comes during work,,, Good luck✌👍

[@mbpm6135]

@@personperson2149 Agreed, most of the skills comes from just plain doing. Learn on the job!

[@simonbertioli4696]

I remember these super little motorbikes when they were introduced back in the 80's. I was asked by Honda UK to take all the new bike to Ireland...and what a lovely time that was. People were so friendly... Ladies came out with tea and sandwiches... The Police were doing circuit escorts with the new bikes... great memories.. And that 400, was as sweet as the Irish.. Wonderful... Thank you Ireland...will never forget it.. So please put the love and care, as can be seen into this great bike.. Simon a Brit in Spain 👍

[@joebacarella2829]

You are very miticulis in the way you lay everything out so reassembly is a no brainer, you know right where everything goes, smart, I can see this isn`t your first rodeo. You have a lot of nice engine related rebuilding tools, like those vicegrips that hold the gears from turning, I have never seen those. I completely rebuilt my jet ski engine, the dealer had an exchange policy for the crank, you give them your old one and they give you a new one with the bearings all pressed into place for you, $840 later, everything else I did myself. I bought new stock pistons, the cilinders where great, I just rehoned them like you did, and when I got it all back together in 3 weeks, it fired right up, I ran some extra oil in the gas for the first tank because it was a two stroke, and it ran like a top for years. I had everything so spotless clean , like you there wasn`t even dust in that engine when I reassembled.

[@TrevorLyons1]

great episode, fantastic workmanship and attention to detail. It's not just a business, it looks to be a passion.

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you very much and yup its defo not a business its a pure labor of love for me :)

[@ssephi]

I'm surprised there wasn't an RRC logo under the tool zone box - fantastic work as always!

[@RRCRestoration]

I surprised myself with that one too but I had so much work to cover this episode I couldn't really focus much on the "fun" side of my channel sadly :( . Glad you enjoyed the episode :)

[@paulelverstone8677]

I'm a big fan of 90's Honda's and, particularly the VFR series (I have this bike and the 750FV/800fi) and the cleanliness and internals is testament to the quality of the machines. I hope to restore my bikes too one day and this build is a fabulous resource. Thankyou so much for producing this...

[@r1273m]

That wasn't an episode, it was a BLOCKBUSTER! Absolutely wonderful.

[@SB_170]

Your restorations are freakin’ awesome! Just what I want to watch. Please keep putting out these quality restorations and content. 👏🏼

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you so much, I'll keep them going as long as I possibly can :)

[@Billy-burner]

Thanks for the upload. Love this bike so much and how well of a job you're doing. Keep it up.

[@RRCRestoration]

Thanks, will do! :)

[@mikec-hamilton]

I love watching both pros like you and amateurs work on things. I have no idea how you remember how to do all this.

[@russellfreeburn6284]

Clearly anyone who thinks you forget anything in your resto’s is not one of your sub’s. I know we appreciate your level of detail and dedication. Keep it up big fella.

[@volvogt21]

Woohoo!!!!! Another RRC video

[@Billy-burner]

Yeah buddy!!

[@RRCRestoration]

Enjoy :)

[@LeeTillbury]

Yes! Nearly an hour long❤

[@RRCRestoration]

Enjoy :)

[@simonrichards5430]

Your patience, diligence and talent are remarkable! I really enjoy your videos and commentary! Well done!!

[@zildog]

I'm not even into bikes. I just love watching real dudes do real work when it comes to anything mechanical. Top stuff.

[@dimametis5239]

Приятно наблюдать за человеком, который знает что он делает. 👍👍👍🤔😁

[@RRCRestoration]

Большое спасибо :)

[@dimametis5239]

@@RRCRestoration 😃😃😃 ты знаешь русский язык 👍👍👍👍😁😁😁

[@user-jh5pl4nm7g]

​@@RRCRestoration Когда ставил блок цилиндров на картер, пролилось масло. Надеюсь по стыку не начнет ссать...

[@sferree28]

Your attention to detail is impeccable

[@gjermundvaland8568]

Always appreciate your videos, both what you do behind the camera with using several different camera angles, but not least the craftsmanship with the restoration of the bike. Being inspired to continue with my project (CB500) which has been put aside for a while. Also appreciate hearing the Scottish language which reminds me of studying in Glasgow many years ago. 😊

[@LeeTillbury]

Probably 90%of people don't realise what a complicated and superb piece of complex engineering the internal combustion engine is. They should watch this.❤

[@RRCRestoration]

Its amazing how much happiness some bits of metal spinning around around at high speed bring us all :)

[@Mattster0802]

Awesome video as always. No obnoxious music or drama, just top notch work. Motivating and soothing at the same time!

[@djparn007]

The outro sequence shows one of the things that I admire about your work. I really like a clean, orderly work area. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you so much 😀

[@williamberndt2997]

its really a demonstration of fortitude to tackle one of these v4s. Most hated bikes in the service department, getting a v4 was like a smack in the face. I love how time erases all of the experiences.

[@danygeorges631]

Your videos are a true moment of satisfaction. They should be refunded by social security. Fantastic to watch.

[@gpz550a2]

As soon as I got the notification I have been saving watching this until I could guarantee a quiet house. I was not disappointed. Excellent progress and the usual high quality work. Looking forward to hearing it run again! 🤪👍

[@darrenquirk2269]

Excellent video. Very interesting and enjoyable watching a skilled engine builder at work.

[@barondugger]

I would really enjoy a short video on what it takes to get all of those different camera shots. I don't think people realize how much work you put into making your videos.

[@gcm747]

I’m equally as impressed at the quality of your editing as I am the bike restoration. Amazing work!

[@jeroendenhertog4975]

You're a magician. The best restoration channel for sure!

[@andrewgrace4410]

Amazing restoration, that engine looks beautiful 😊

[@Psstnbooly]

Love watching this and admire your patience and desire to stick to original everytime. Keep up the good work on these classics 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@culturevulture3382]

Your camera work and editing make it all very clear. Thanks.

[@BikerBroughy]

Brilliant stuff... And what a place, all these gadgets and equipment at your disposal... It's like a dream come true. I wish you were in carlisle, I'd stand in the corner and watch you work all day. Great stuff..

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you very much! :)

[@lucianoromero777]

It’s wild to think Honda set the groundwork for V4 engines in motorcycles

[@Jay-Ninja]

Love watching these videos. So satisfying to see this bike restored back to it's former glory.

[@avaryxadv]

Loving this restoration! I just wanted to point out - this episode comes #5 in the playlist. I realized it quickly enough, but others might come here from Episode 4 if they're playing catch up like I am.

[@dan725]

Wait.. where did that hour go?! I figured I’d watch maybe 10-15 minute chunks. Before I know it, the video is over! Noooo I want more! haha! This was utterly fantastic!

[@dynogix]

This was my first bike on my early 20 (i am now 46). A lot of memories and tears watching your video . Thank you my friend!

[@markchisholm2657]

Thoroughly enjoyed this episode. Its great to see a classic brought back an as new condition.

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it :)

[@zzota]

You take more care cleaning up than some channels do with the whole restoration! Nice job.

[@ufirex]

Watching this build is therapy. I know nothing about bikes, only that I had this VFR 400 as a scale Tamyia model kit as a kid.

[@stuartmartindale249]

Thank you for providing the English subtitles, it really adds to the experience. I hope to start rebuilding my TDR250 in the Spring. Regards from Lancashire England

[@dominykasrubcov3087]

This is a huge amount of work done not only in the workshop but also in filming and editing well done.

[@chw5007]

Fantastic episode; I think my favorite of yours so far. I really appreciated the more detailed explanations of what you were doing/ steps that were taken. Cheers.

[@nigelday001]

Such a wonderful, calming feeling to watch you work …thank you 🙏

[@lofty7180]

another fantastic video. 2 highpoints for me ,, the Bob Ross references and the return of the channels unsung hero, the sketchy bench grinder. long live the sketchy bench grinder !!

[@KVenturi]

Sand blasting is so satisfying to watch. Whoever to do it is a tough job for sure. Good job man I always wait for a new episode

[@krautmaster7922]

Just beautiful to watch! If you would have let all this work done in a professional workshop with this level of dedication and love, you would eventually have payed more than the bike cost, when it was brandnew. It looks just sweet! Excited to see the final reveal!

[@SBKPete]

Your restoration videos are so therapeutic. They’re a joy to watch 😊

[@henrikk7658]

Love your channel. Extrermely organized during the build. No tools and bolts everywhere. Love the workshop in 3 rooms !!!

[@elieduguay9488]

Love to see one of the classics brought back to life (Properly). I have 2 Vfr750f that could use this kind of work.

[@markbenson9379]

I was cleaning parts today and found myself with an overwhelming urge to beat the devil out of my brush. Laughed out loud and realized i needed to come back and leave a comment. Thanks for a wonderful Bob Ross tribute there. Of course, a fantastic video, as always. Keep up the great work!

[@daffyduxxx]

The engine looks absolutely stunning. Great work.

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you :)

[@rogerdale5451]

I drove an '88 Honda Hawk 650 Gt for a couple of years. I wish I'd kept it...Similar single swing-arm, innovative frame, etc. I didn't know they made a V 4 cylinder. Great bike, great restoration...

[@OPZ900R]

The amount of detail you put into your videos is as astounding as it is brilliant. Another fantastic episode - already looking forward to the next!

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you so much for your kind comment :)

[@davidreed6817]

Absolutely brilliant, your meticulous attitude and methodical nature shine through, truly outstanding

[@billybluetank86]

Fantastic showing as usual…..Am I the only one that feels that the putting away all ur tools in the right order is just as important?

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you glad you liked it. I think its like a ritual and it doesn't feel right moving on until the workshop is back in order.

[@MickYETi]

"Beat the devil out of it" love bob ross, great work bro! I never miss an episode. 🏎

[@stuartstephens]

Another great episode. I'm always impressed by your thoroughness and attention to detail.

[@MyRandomLife247]

When he's laying down the sealant, he has such steady hands!

[@nkkox]

Looking Great! Very neat and well organized Job. One thing, i would absolutely recommend proper assembly lube on every Bearing. Other than that, just beautiful!

[@johntreloar8203]

What a difference the solution makes, the cooling galleries look great, and the engine looks a million dollars, well done.

[@rustybum2]

Your video presentations are truly professional, your restorations are certainly that and not the " clean it up and paint it " jobs we see so often on KZbin , your standards are the best we could all try to aim for, in my case without success, but I'll try harder next time! Thanks for sharing. Best regards from Ireland.

[@fabianbv82]

I really love your videos and the way you work with these machines. I cannot stop watching them fully hypnotised. You are a master. All my respects. 🙌🏼

[@daviddedman654]

I bought a VFR400 neu and regret selling it. This video reminds me of what a beautiful motorcycle it was inside and out. Your work is amazing, if I ever had the money I would love to buy one lovingly restored by you.

[@wonkylommiter6364]

Love the Bob Ross reference!!

[@stuartrobson5265]

awesome job....cant wait to see this complete....your work and patience and eye for detail is a credit to you....regards stuart.

[@anhsaont]

This is my favorite channel, I have learned many useful things for my motorbike repair.

[@NeilMendham]

Fantastic work - thanks again for sharing

[@SPIN_89]

Motors are like a human spider web. Complex and beautiful. Love the spray paint and great work 👏🏼

[@mickenoss]

The cleanup job at the end was a nice touch, bike is coming along better than I had hoped!

[@jcsrst]

So satisfying to see a job so well done!

[@aimandjulian3195]

very therapeutic watching this ..

[@exepcustomod7440]

Watching this fine precise surgery was a pleasure, thank you sir 😊

[@427walrus]

Excellent work Sir! I just picked up (another) VFR800 that needs a little love. Can't wait to get started on it.

[@AcidVFR400R]

Its amazing how well made the v4 400 is, gear driven cams is still uber race spec (wsb/motogp) so easy to time. one thing that was off... The inside of the cam covers and clutch cover was dirty and were refitted (I cant unsee it now) Person choice to paint the inside of an engine oil /clutch side falking paint always sacred me off (lots of resto M3 learned this lesson) but as always love your time effort and work making these videos.

[@RRCRestoration]

Yeah I could've cleaned them up on the inside but sometimes I think you can go a bit too far with these things and they will only get oil stained again in a few thousand miles ;) As for the paint on the inner casings I'm not worried about it in the slightest as I've a long track record of doing this and never once had paint fail on me but hey each to their own way of doing things ;) Really glad you liked the rest of the episode :)

[@paulhall170]

Who doesn't love the 'draw round the cases and then position the screws' action? Amazing, simple and so effective?

[@Deesboy08]

Love watching you work! I'm not that good on the tools, so find it fascinating how you strip and re-build. Great progress and attention to detail. Should look mint when done!

[@Leo-om2xh]

Love seeing an artist at work.

[@barryriley5706]

You make so many people happy. Thank you.

[@ECHO2O2P]

My favorite build so far - can't wait to see the final result of all your efforts.

[@jaystanford6022]

Bob would be proud of that reference, keep it up man!

[@vincentmontello566]

So inspiring to watch, this is by far my favorite KZbin channel. Keep up the great work.

[@AndrewSandilands-tk6st]

Fantastic attention to detail 👌