bnjmnlhm 
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« on: October 16, 2011, 05:57:31 PM » |
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I recently picked up a 1998 VFR800 Interceptor to add to my stable. I wasn't even looking for this particular bike, but I stumbled upon an excellent deal and did some research. It checked off most of my boxes for features and looked to be another enthusiast bike (one thing I love about my Nighthawk). I took a test ride and I was smitten with the engine character and the sporty but reasonable riding position. I was really hesitant to find a replacement for the Nighthawk because it sets the bar pretty high, but so far I think I made a good choice.    By the way, I'm selling old orange if anyone's interested. Apparently, I'm only allowed to own ONE legendary Honda at a time... |
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ariwhiteboy
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« Reply #1 on: October 16, 2011, 06:17:22 PM » |
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Sweet looking scoot...I really enjoyed my turn on JordanA's VFR.  Take good care of it and ride safe. |
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« Reply #2 on: October 16, 2011, 06:30:29 PM » |
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Ooh, an earlier one without the annoying VTEC! Very refined sport-tourer. No idea why the V4 didn't get used more often.
Isn't D&D a notoriously loud exhaust?
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« Reply #3 on: October 16, 2011, 08:10:04 PM » |
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mmmmmm, good chance that will be my next bike...
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bnjmnlhm
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« Reply #4 on: October 16, 2011, 08:32:15 PM » |
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Sweet looking scoot...I really enjoyed my turn on JordanA's VFR. Take good care of it and ride safe. Thanks! It's a lot of fun...maybe too much fun... Ooh, an earlier one without the annoying VTEC! Very refined sport-tourer. No idea why the V4 didn't get used more often.
Isn't D&D a notoriously loud exhaust?
I've never had a chance to ride one with VTEC, but it sounds gimmicky to me. Plenty of linear thrust without it, and that V4 sound is exhilarating. I know D&D has that reputation, but I don't find this pipe obnoxious at all. You know it's there when you rip on it, but it's barely noticeable when cruising in 6th. Just right for my tastes, and I'm not a huge fan of loud pipes. Funny thing is, in the oversaturated land of Harleys I live in, this pipe is practically silent. Had a guy on a straight piped Vrod I was riding with last weekend comment as I started up my bike "man, that thing's quiet!". |
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« Reply #5 on: October 16, 2011, 08:43:26 PM » |
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Congrats on that great looking VFR. Better watch your throttle with that v4.
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« Reply #6 on: October 17, 2011, 12:15:53 AM » |
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I really like the wheel design on the VFR.
How much did you pick it up for?
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« Reply #7 on: October 17, 2011, 04:03:58 AM » |
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It is one sweet machine. My vintage VFR700 is never, ever a boring ride...
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bnjmnlhm
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« Reply #8 on: October 17, 2011, 05:01:48 AM » |
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Congrats on that great looking VFR. Better watch your throttle with that v4.
Thanks, that's definitely going to be a challenge! I really like the wheel design on the VFR.
How much did you pick it up for?
I'm also a fan, especially of the black ones. The single sided swing arm makes chain adjustments a piece of cake, too. I snatched it up for $2600. |
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« Reply #9 on: October 17, 2011, 06:32:08 AM » |
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Nice bike - those V-4's sound really great. The red color pops too.
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« Reply #10 on: October 17, 2011, 05:15:23 PM » |
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You just can't beat a V4 - nice ride you got there!
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« Reply #11 on: October 17, 2011, 07:22:43 PM » |
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That is a sweet looking ride. It looks to be in awesome condition. Lots of luck with it.  |
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« Reply #12 on: October 17, 2011, 07:53:22 PM » |
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That is a gorgeous bike. I have always looked at the VFR's as works of art. They are sleek, sexy, have great lines and look like they are going fast sitting still. Plus, the sound of that V4 is unlike any other engine with the right pipe on it. It is yet another bike I plan to add to my stable someday.  |
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« Reply #13 on: October 18, 2011, 04:06:09 PM » |
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Nice find!!! It's a clean VFR.
I have a '99 VFR and love it. Compared to NH750, it is a very fine tuned machine: engine performance, stability, etc. You'd better check speedo at slabs often. Before you know it, it may be cruising at 120mph.
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bnjmnlhm
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« Reply #14 on: October 18, 2011, 05:13:38 PM » |
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Thanks for all the comments everyone! That is a gorgeous bike. I have always looked at the VFR's as works of art. They are sleek, sexy, have great lines and look like they are going fast sitting still. Plus, the sound of that V4 is unlike any other engine with the right pipe on it. It is yet another bike I plan to add to my stable someday. Very well put, my friend. Nice find!!! It's a clean VFR.
I have a '99 VFR and love it. Compared to NH750, it is a very fine tuned machine: engine performance, stability, etc. You'd better check speedo at slabs often. Before you know it, it may be cruising at 120mph.
No lie! It really is an effortless cruiser. |
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« Reply #15 on: November 05, 2011, 09:01:59 PM » |
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Looks familiar!
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