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I was asking the same question in regards the Right Side Engine Cover (Clutch Cover) for a 2001 VN800E1 Drifter. The different wholesale/retail outlets confuse the #@*^ out of me with their listings - then when you contact them they can't tell you which of the covers you would receive if ordering by part number - really helpful.

Hi one and all, can anyone advise if the Right Engine Clutch Cover - Part # 14032-1403 and Part # 14032-1489 are interchangeable?

The reason I ask is that I have a 2001 VN800E1 Drifter but I prefer the look of the "Ribbed" cover rather than the plain chrome cover. Unfortunately when you go onto different websites they show both both covers.

The part looks like the attached and fits numerous VN800 makes, models and years as per the attached diagram.

If they are interchangeable and anyone has the "Ribbed" one for sale, or knows where I can buy one, please get in contact with me. If the price is right I am happy to pay for everything including shipping (Yes - I know it's expensive) to New Zealand.

Thanks in advance - stay safe, stay sane, keep the sun on your back, the rubber on the road. 

That's what I thought. It looks good, but that's why you dont see anyone on the back of it...LoL

I like the look of the P-Pad on the 800 Drifter but have some concerns. Has anyone else done this?

As the 800 Drifter rear is a swing arm and the rear fender is only attached by a few bolts, would the fender require some strengethening with some fender struts?
If it works would it be best to bolt directly to fender with rubber washers or use a P-Pad with suction cups? What sort of ride would a pillion passenger have?

Any thoughts and words of wisdom welcome.

Can anyone help and advise what Terry M Rogers used as the front axle covers on his 800 Drifter?

I know you can buy a chrome front axle cap with set screw for RHS, but I really like what Terry has done on his bike, covering both ends of the front axle with solid, chunky axle covers.

As always, I welcome all feedback.

Kia Kaha (Moari - for "stay strong")   

I have read several posts regarding Highway/Crashbars for the 800 Drifter. I am guessing like most other members I've spent hours surfing the net and ebay etc.

Since there seems to be a demand for them (especially black) has anyone attempted to contact Guido, or any other supplier,manufacturer, to see if they might be prepared to offer VDR members a discount (say 15%) if ordered by VDR members?

I know Singh of Singh Saddleries will honor a 10% discount on saddles bought by VDR members.

Or - is there a VDR member who either has the skills and tools, or a friend in the engineering industry, that could copy an original set, with details of measurements, degree of bends etc that could fabricate a set (with computer records, pdf file) that could be shared - or just make them to order?

They wouldn't need to be powder coated or painted, as I am sure all VDR members know how to use sandpaper and a spray can, or have friends who are painters!!!

It's just an idea, I thought I would throw it out there to VDR members and their thoughts. (Neanderthals are not known for their ideas)

Then again I am a Kiwi Caveman.....Kore rawa e rawaka te reo kotahi (Maori) or English translation (One language is never enough)

Roving90 - did you check out the ebay listing for the Road House exhaust with flexible heat shields - eBay item number:171391858707?

It's listed until September 17th, if I lived in the US I would have bought them, unfortunately with exchange rate, shipping, import taxes and 15 % GST it just isn't economical to get them shipped to the bottom of the world.....LoL

Have you still got your bike? I'm ex-Christchurch, left for Wellington after where I worked in Opawa was seriously damaged in the earthquakes. Used to ride from St Martins out to Akaroa for a nice day ride. Been in Wellington for 2 1/2 years now.

Hi Guys, have you still got your Drifters? If so, get in touch as I am down in Wellington, but try to get up to Auckland as often as I can to see family.

It would be cool to catch up with other owners here in Aoteroa, to talk bikes, parts, mods etc.

Feel free to contact me.

I wanted to do the same on my VN800E1 but to be honest, there really isnt room to run dual pipes (one on each side) on the 800 Drifter like there is on the 1500 Drifter.

Take a look at the attached to see what I mean. 

Thanks for the tips - especially regarding the exhaust flange bolts and clutch cable lube.

Sorry guys, excuse this Kiwi Caveman's ignorance (what is a PM?) as a true Neanderthal I am just learning about computers so not exactly sure on terminology or how to post things properly.

FYI - Greenbarn, I would be interested in the 2" SS flex exhaust tubing but it would be dependent on cost of shipping to Wellington 6022, New Zealand.

As always any help and assistance is gratefully received as the light is bright outside my cave....LoL

Just found a set of Road House 2 into 1 exhausts on ebay on August 15th (NZ time)
"NEW ROADHOUSE EXHAUST SYSTEM Classic Exhaust / Serrated Shields p/n 1800-0116" item # 171391858707, not sure what mods may be required to fit to 800 Drifter but if anyone knows, as always any and all help gratefully accepted.   

No updates from Cool Flex - this is not unusual, it appears that soooo many US based companies dont respond when using their websites "Contact Us" as they are designed for US only - if you cant enter a state, they fail or wont submit, even if it does state "submitted" they don't reply.
It never ceases to amaze me that if you ask something "outside the box" companies just don't respond (sorry about the gripe) 

Great updates guys. I have emailed Cool Flex and I'm waiting for a response in regards to using their blacked out flexible hosing as a heat shield over the headers. If I get a response from them I will update you with what they say.