I love these bikes.
I'm a fan of supersport styling, but UJM comfort/practicality. -> VFR = Win
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You don't need to buy one.. all you have to do is drill two holes in the original bracket and you've eliminated the fender and kept all your original holder/lights!
I'm by Square One, have a big garage, all the tools and know quite a bit about the VFR800.. message me if you have any questions!
Ecto • 2006 Honda VeeFourRoad 800A (Pearl Black)
I'm too sexy for my turban.
I love these bikes.
I'm a fan of supersport styling, but UJM comfort/practicality. -> VFR = Win
Regards,
Rodney Reynolds
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04 VFR800 (Current)
11 CBR250R (Current - Wife's)
06 Kawasaki 650R
06 Yamaha TW200
83 Honda 100cc
nice bike!
Nice bike - was thinking about one myself. Enlighten me - every VFR forum I read says best buy is pre-2001 (before VFR went VTEC).
Is that true or is it just VFR purist talk?
Nice bike! I'm not a fan of the latest model. Imo this is the best looking version of the VFR.
Congrats! nice looking bike!
Personally, I'm not interested in carbureted sport touring bikes and that's what you get with 2001 and earlier. So I was looking for a 2002+ VFR800 (6th or 7th generation). What some don't like with the 2002+ models is the VTEC valve-actuation technology as it kicks in at 6,800RPM (6th generation) and can be rather abrupt if hammer it. This is something you'll get used to and come to love (or so I've heard). It kinda reminds me of the turbo band on Honda dirt bikes back in the day. As an example, when I was taking her home I ripped it in first gear and did an unexpected wheelie when all the values kicked it. BTW: The roar of this VTEC engine when she's firing on all values is AMAZING and hard to describe Let's just say, after 6,800RPM she's turns into a rocket
Regards,
Rodney Reynolds
Motorcycle Group: CLICK HERE | My Distractions: CLICK HERE | I Saw You: CLICK HERE
04 VFR800 (Current)
11 CBR250R (Current - Wife's)
06 Kawasaki 650R
06 Yamaha TW200
83 Honda 100cc
+1 to everything Rodney said but there's a few differences from the 2002-2005 and 2006-2010 models.
The second group, 2006-2010, the changes were as follows:
- Vtec engagement was always 6800rpm and disengagement was 6600rpm. This was changed to 6400rpm engagement and 6100rpm disengagement. It's a lot smoother in the 2006+
- Upgraded wiring harness as some of the wires were too skinny and the connector would actually melt or burn through R/R's. However there was a recall for all previous years to fix this, so you can always get it fixed in prior models.
- Clear lenses all around.
- ABS is standard.
- Gradient tinted windscreen.
- Half white tach.
When Vtec kicks in, some either love it, like Rodney, and others hate it, like myself. This is why I bought a Power Commander V and now the transition is so seamless that you don't even notice it. The addition of the PCV really smooths out the bike and performs how it should have from the Honda factory.
Ecto • 2006 Honda VeeFourRoad 800A (Pearl Black)
I'm too sexy for my turban.
Regards,
Rodney Reynolds
Motorcycle Group: CLICK HERE | My Distractions: CLICK HERE | I Saw You: CLICK HERE
04 VFR800 (Current)
11 CBR250R (Current - Wife's)
06 Kawasaki 650R
06 Yamaha TW200
83 Honda 100cc
very nice bike! Congrats!
Patricia
2010 Suzuki GSXR 750
2009 Yamaha FZ6R (gone to a new home)
2008 GS500F (gone to a new home)
Milton, ON
Nice summary - thank you guys!
Rodney, check this out and see if he ships - http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/mcy/2884989040.html
I saw red VFR last year with beetle bags and they look just awesome
Nice bike! I really miss my VFR! I was surprised to hear you say that some people "love" it when the vtec kicks in. I don't know how that's possible. It's downright scary when your bike pauses in the middle of a tight pass on a two-lane highway.
Hoping to get a 2010+ when they finally come down in price. That 1200 motor is incredible.
Last edited by RodneyBR; 04-03-2012 at 09:21 AM.
Regards,
Rodney Reynolds
Motorcycle Group: CLICK HERE | My Distractions: CLICK HERE | I Saw You: CLICK HERE
04 VFR800 (Current)
11 CBR250R (Current - Wife's)
06 Kawasaki 650R
06 Yamaha TW200
83 Honda 100cc
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