07-14-2015, 10:54 PM
(07-14-2015, 06:03 AM)Papa Weeley_imp Wrote:(07-11-2015, 04:58 AM)kDiqq_imp Wrote: So lately I've been looking at bikes. Actually, truth be told, Im always looking at bikes. It's not that I'm dissatisfied with the CB, but after looking at the VFR800, I keep thinking it'd be really nice to have real suspension, heated grips, cancelling turn signals, adjustable seat, a windscreen, and the roar of a V4. I haven't test ridden one yet or anything. And with my Pinzgauer 710M on the way, I'm not poised to be spending any more money for a while. But I keep thinking the VFR would make a super dope touring bike that my sport bike riding friends wouldn't totally run away from in the corners. I am worried though that the riding position is too low for long distances. Anyone else done any exploring of the latest gen VFRs?! Can anyone convince me that my lust is unjustified and the CB is far better? Haha
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Wait a minute - did no one notice this part?
Say what? You've got a Pinzgauer on the way?
Details, please!
Wait a minute - did no one notice this part?
Say what? You've got a Pinzgauer on the way?
Details, please!
Haha I'm glad someone caught that! I just bought an Austrian surplus Pinzgauer, it's currently sailing from Belgium to Oakland, CA. It was fully restored by the Austrian military in the 1990's and hopefully should be here by mid-August! If you want anymore info, I'm more than happy to share!
(07-14-2015, 08:27 AM)CIP57_imp Wrote: The VFR is a middle weight, ride it before you buy. I was not impressed and that was coming off the CB. Its 500 lbs and puts out a little over 40 ft lbs of torque up to 6500 rpm's where it kicks in. You can feel the lag and its not pleasant. The riding position is aggressive similar to my XX. You'll push out of corners just as hard on the CB and keep up with the VFR except on the straights. If your buddies are riding SS your not keeping up with the VFR. It puts out just over 90HP and that's all on top.
I'm not looking for a full-on sport bike though. I want something moderately quicker than the CB (not looking for much, if any) but can handle corners MUCH better. On the flip side, when we take long rides, I want to be able to pound out those miles without my spine being destroyed. Or having to rest my arm on the tank like I've seen SS bike riders do.