Hey everyone my name is Scott. Oddly enough I don't have my VFR yet. I'm in the process of selling my current bike (05 600RR) for a CDR 07 non ABS model.
Some of this may sound stupid, but I have questions about it. I test rode it today and noticed much more vibration during open throttle than my CBR. I realize that this may be due to the V4 design, correct? Is the battery under the seat? I know that there are some TSB's for the 02-05 models, but is there any negative thing I should know about the 06+ models?
I also noticed that there aren't too many exhaust systems for it...can anyone recommend an exhaust? That is all I'm looking to do to it along with a FE as far as modification.
I love the bike, I love the sound and I'm very excited to get into something more comfortable for longer trips.
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you should notice much LESS vibration unless you are lugging the motor below 2500rpm or so. Are you buying new or used?
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WELCOME HERE! If you are above 2500 rpm then it should be really smooth. No issues or recalls for 2007. I have the same bike bought new in 2008. Where in western Mass are you? I am in Albany, NY
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rpm? should be smooth as all hell... you sure it's an engine buzz and not tires, underinflation etc? engine (above 3000) is electric
2006 Ducati 999S Nero Mono Limited Edition
1992 Honda VFR750F (reborn)
2004 Ducati 998S Final Edition
2002 Royal Enfield Bullet
1992 Honda VFR750F
1993 Suzuki GSX-R 750W
1990 Honda CBR600F
1989 Honda CBR600F
1973 Schwinn Stingray 3 Speed
"You gotta spend money to make money."

Check the chain.
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Hey Scott, just to let you know, there are dealers around in the New England that still have brand new (0 miles) on the showroom floor 07's. I've looked up a few. There was one here in CT about 1 month ago at New England Cycle Works that was just built 2 days before I walked in. They were asking 8K. There was also several in New York for about the same price, some of them the RWB models. So, if you're willing to spend about 8K, you can get a leftover and not something used. Good Luck.
Welcome to the forum, Scotty.
As the others have said, keep the revs at or above 4k rpm and the bike should be pretty smooth. Not as smooth as the average inline 4, but still good.
Yes, the battery is under the seat. It's doubtful it would vibrate much even if it's not fastened completely down tho.
I'll go out on a long limb here and ask is the seat was properly secured during your test ride? It's not impossible that the seat was loose and that contributed to the vibes. I know it's a longshot but I wanted to toss it out there.
As for aftermarket exahusts, Staintunes are very popular. Others include Leo Vince, Two Brothers, Remus, Devil, and some people have retrofit others.
Yes, I've been quoted $8400 OTD for a new leftover. I thought about this last night and I think I may shoot for a new one. Thanks for the info guys. I should have the word on whether my bike sells or not today. Then I'll decide to pick up a new leftover and sit on it over the winter or wait and take my chances in the the spring even though I may pay a little more if I can't find a new one..
Last edited by scotty v; 10-21-2009 at 02:03 PM.
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Welcome to the madness Scotty
I am also in the sprinfield area, there is a small group of us that get out on the weekends if you want to join.
I will post the links to the threads to follow for our rides.
If you have any issuses w/ your bike we can meet up and ck it out, but I'm sure it is nothing more then the V-4 rumble.
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here are a few links ck em' out.
http://vfrworld.com/forums/usa-north...ing-close.html
http://vfrworld.com/forums/usa-north...mass-area.html
http://vfrworld.com/forums/usa-north...et-greeet.html
http://vfrworld.com/forums/usa-north...ummer-bbq.html
http://vfrworld.com/forums/modificat...l-removal.html
enjoy
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and cool red grips

Scotty, here is a link to one in Hicksville, NY at Champion Honda for 7K, a leftover 07 that's maroon. They also have a RWB for about 7.5K.
Current Inventory/Pre-Owned Inventory from Champion Motorsports
afpierce489 we have guys from CT ( I work in Hartford area ) ride w/ us, you should join us for a ride as well sometime.
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Cool, glad to hear it. Good luck.
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