BondJamesBond
Well-known member
I've always been a fan of the VFR but I recently started to look into the Kasawaki Ninja 1000 ABS and it's a really nice offering!
Some things I know off the top of my head:
VFR800 => 780cc, V4, Heated Grips, Traction Control, center stand, VTEC, about 30lbs heavier than the Kawi, Hard Integrated Luggage, MSRP is more expensive than the Kawi. With rebates -- price is similar.
Kawi 1000ABS => 1000cc, In-line 4, 3 levels of traction control, not sure about VTEC, no center stand, 30lbs lighter than VFR, hard Integrated luggage available, with rebates similar in price to VFR.
I'm looking for an all round fun bike to ride with potential to long distance travels to places such as Sturgis & the Black Mountains. I bet insurance is higher on the Ninja -- just the name will do it.
So what do you guys think? Kawi or VFR ? Why?
Some things I know off the top of my head:
VFR800 => 780cc, V4, Heated Grips, Traction Control, center stand, VTEC, about 30lbs heavier than the Kawi, Hard Integrated Luggage, MSRP is more expensive than the Kawi. With rebates -- price is similar.
Kawi 1000ABS => 1000cc, In-line 4, 3 levels of traction control, not sure about VTEC, no center stand, 30lbs lighter than VFR, hard Integrated luggage available, with rebates similar in price to VFR.
I'm looking for an all round fun bike to ride with potential to long distance travels to places such as Sturgis & the Black Mountains. I bet insurance is higher on the Ninja -- just the name will do it.
So what do you guys think? Kawi or VFR ? Why?