Buying 07 VFR soon, but I can't decide on color. Opinions?

[scotty v]

So it's either the Candy Dark Red or Anniversary scheme. I've made a small list of pros/cons (imo) for each color.

Anniversary:
Pros - anniversary scheme, black frame, stands out in crowd
Cons - +$500, black wheels like every other bike, non-uniform decal colors

CDR:
Pros - -$500.00, gunmetal wheels, decals look good the way they are
Cons - silver frame area doesn't flow, plain color?

I know some of that is ridiculous, but I consider myself somewhat of a perfectionist, haha. I love both colors and I think that it may just come down to the money end. I have until tuesday before I place the order.

[park800]

Sounds like you are like me and look at the smallest details, how bout you buy the RWB for the frame and put the candy plastics on.

[Rollin_Again]

Here's an idea, buy a used RWB and use the extra money to buy a white 8 spoke wheel to put on the rear. Then powercoat the front to match. Member Toe Cutter has one of the sweetest looking RWB's I have ever seen.








Regards,
Rollin

[scotty v]

Here's an idea, buy a used RWB and use the extra money to buy a white 8 spoke wheel to put on the rear. Then powercoat the front to match. Member Toe Cutter has one of the sweetest looking RWB's I have ever seen.








Regards,
Rollin

Wow, sweet bike! Problem is there's no RWB around me that's used. I've been looking for a little while now and there is only one CDR around that I've ridden already but they're asking the same price that I could get a "new" one for.

[creggur]

See the avatar...

[Knife]

Here's an idea, buy a used RWB and use the extra money to buy a white 8 spoke wheel to put on the rear. Then powercoat the front to match. Member Toe Cutter has one of the sweetest looking RWB's I have ever seen.

That's the way to go! I wouldn't even be ashamed of stealing this idea from the cutter.

[Comicus]

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[spid6813]

Pearl white.. With the white wheels.. Woo hoo!!

[stewartj239]

If you're not totally drawn to the RWB, then the red is probably the way to go and it will save you some money. I'm partial to the RWB, but it sounds like you're not.

[afpierce489]

The question comes down to what can you live with for now and maybe modify later. Maybe you could get the Anniversary, then do something with the rims later. What would be the cheapest and easiest way to go as far as modifying what you don't like about either bike? Maybe that's the million $$$ question.

[ace57]

I kinda agree with stewart, ya either love the rwb or hate it. Most people seem to have strong feelings about mine one way or the other.
My daughter calls me captain america....


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[Richard Thompson]

i solved this very same dilema by getting one of each colour.

job done...



ive since swapped the wheels over...black ones are on red, silver ones on RWB...heres the linky...

http://vfrworld.com/forums/sixth-gen...s-6th-gen.html

[pedleyr]

Are you sure you can still get the red? I ordered a new 2007 RWB W/ABS and matching saddle bags last Saturday and I was told by the dealer that the only 2007's available were RWB W/ or W/out ABS. My new ride showed up at the dealership this past Friday and I pick it up on Monday.

[steven113]

Personally I like the red better but I also think that it would look better with the black frame and wheels, that is just my opinion. I like both bikes the way they are also. If having the frame black is a big plus I say get the rwb, down the road if you decide to change colors it is much less labor intensive and less costly to get wheels powcercoated and fairings repainted than stripping a bike to the frame and having it powdercoated.

[Natas]

This one is easy......Candy Red!

[crustyrider]

I say buy the RWB

[afpierce489]

I'd go with the RWB also, everyone has red, be different.

[warnabrother]

I bought my RWB (in Australia) because I got it for a steal as they didn't sell as well here.. but I am now glad I did.. and here in Oz, because they are not common, I get lots of looks and "nice bike mate" from strangers, while others on Red or Grey VFR's parked alongside, don't even get a second look

[Badbilly]

What color are your eyes? What colors do you usually choose when you buy underwear? Have you ever had a problem matching sox?

These are very important factors to consider when buying a bike.

I told a guy one day that I was a perfectionist, He told me he was anal. Never did find out the difference.

For about a grand you can have a custom paint job or for a few hundred pull off some of the bodywork and have some bitsas painted.

[mark123]

I love all vfr's in all colors but im IN LOVE with my Black and White!!!

[TOE CUTTER]

I can only see things in RWB!

[scotty v]

Thanks for the input everyone....still on the fence.

[mark123]

I can only see things in RWB!

Very nice!! Are they all yours?? Love the pick up

[Hdivr]

White.....add your own markings. Check out my profile pic......

[Echo3Niner]

They made other colors in '07 besides RWB?

[spid6813]

I can only see things in RWB!

nice..

[CRSVFR2007]

Definitely go with the RWB. Just picked up a new one myself. Haven't had a VFR since pre VTEC days. Used to own the VFR700 in RWB. You'll be glad you went with the RWB. Trust me, the looks and admiration are worth it.

[reg71]

I say go with fuchsia... it'll definitely be original... maybe not as much as the joker bike, but hey... it's a start...

[captb]

The Toecutter he knows.

[V4 Dude]

I had the same dilemma, I really like the RWB, but ended up buying the CDR. Reasons:

1) Even though the RWB lists for $500 more, I find most dealers will sell either one for the same price. Not sure if there is a difference in the invoice price.

2) I like the blacked out frame on the RWB.

3) The DCR looks much more classy, less like a "crotch rocket".

4) If you are thinking about hard bags you can't purchase CDR bags in the US. I'm not sure how hard it is to find blue hard bags. If I get a set I'd probably have to purchase a used set of red bags and repaint them CDR.

I really like both available colors and had a choice of either used in my area. I like the CDR because in person it's a great looking bike and pictures don't do it justice. Also consider if you want ABS, if the dealer has a CDR with ABS for a similar cost as a non-ABS RWB, I'd again choose the CDR.