I need ur input on power and ergonomics.

rocket man · 07-03-2006, 09:12 AM

Hi i need ur opions on buying a 2005 or 2006 vfr 800. My question is i am 6'1 230 lbs. is the vfr ergonomics and power going to be a problem. I like speed and handling.

rc51rider · 07-03-2006, 09:29 AM

Ergos should be fine I'm 6'3" 200lbs never had a problem on long rides. As far as speed and handling it's as quick as any 600 out there until the top end. Handling is no where near as precise as a 600 or new litre bike it's heavier and harder to turn in but still a nice handling bike. It's a great sport touring bike one of the best ones out there but if you are looking for mostly sport you should get something else.

jethro911 · 07-03-2006, 10:08 AM

I'm 6 foot even and was 205lbs till I dumped 20lbs. The VFR can handle the weight just fine in fact it feels more flickable with a passenger at times. Performance is strong enough for most unless you plan to race. It even does well on the track against pure sport machines. It all comes down to the rider till you reach the limits of the machine, which are pretty high.

Check out this pic! 1998 VFR800FI
I'm not dragging the pegs in this photo but they did touch down hard and even ground off the rear brake pedal. No wobbles or insecurity at all! Just haulin ass. Great bike, average rider = good times!

http://vfrworld.com/photos/showphoto...o/1147/cat/515

Kevin_70 · 07-04-2006, 02:12 PM

hi rocket man - I just bought a 06 VFR after riding pure sport bikes for the last 6 years. I'm 6' and around 225 and I'm plenty happy with the performance and comfort so far, keep in mind I'm following the break-in procedures still but I can tell this baby will be keeping me happy for a looooong time. I've mostly played around in some twisties so far and handling is top notch, still getting used to the linked brakes though. I'm most impressed with the smoothness of the motor and power, what a nice change after riding I4s.

malcster · 09-22-2006, 08:24 PM

6'3''185lbs and love the the viff, recommended vfr's by a Ducati freind that races a cbr600rr,It's a comfortable sportbike for a larger person.Can't imagine anything better!

Action · 09-22-2006, 10:20 PM

I'm 6'4" and 230 and I think the VFR is a great compromise bike. It's a very comfortable bike for a larger guy. I think it has better ergos than say a Hayabusa or a ZX-12. As far as power goes I agree with rc51, it's comparable to a 600 until the very top, but way easier to ride in traffic. One of my friends has a new R6 and she has to work a lot harder to maintain the same pace in traffic. I would like a little more power (it's like money, right?) but could not find a more powerful bike that fit me as well. The VFR's handling is steady in the turns and progressive with out being harsh. If you want a seriously fast bike with razor sharp handling go with one of the liter sport bikes. If you want a great bike that you can ride all day and still have a blast on twisty roads get the VFR.

Paul04vfr · 09-23-2006, 03:21 PM

I'm 6'1" and weigh about 260, the ergos and power seem to be fine. But this is my first bike and i've only hade it 2 yrs. I have ridden a hayabusa once. Me and a friend at work traded bikes at lunch. I was too scared to see what the bike was like power wise(low rpm seemed about the same as mine). But my thighs seemed to be too tall and not fit right against the tank they hit against the part of the tank near the top where it flairs out. But I do very much enjoy my 04 vfr

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07-03-2006, 09:12 AM	#1 (permalink)
rocket man Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Last Online: 07-09-2006 10:48 PM Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I need ur input on power and ergonomics. Hi i need ur opions on buying a 2005 or 2006 vfr 800. My question is i am 6'1 230 lbs. is the vfr ergonomics and power going to be a problem. I like speed and handling.

07-03-2006, 10:08 AM	#3 (permalink)
jethro911 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Last Online: 08-10-2008 06:24 PM Location: Belleville Ontario - Find Me! My Ride: 1990 vfr750 sold 1998 vfr800 sold 2001 Ducati 748 1998 VFR 800 again! 2001 Ducati 748 "tracktime" View my Photo Gallery Posts: 325 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I'm 6 foot even and was 205lbs till I dumped 20lbs. The VFR can handle the weight just fine in fact it feels more flickable with a passenger at times. Performance is strong enough for most unless you plan to race. It even does well on the track against pure sport machines. It all comes down to the rider till you reach the limits of the machine, which are pretty high. Check out this pic! 1998 VFR800FI I'm not dragging the pegs in this photo but they did touch down hard and even ground off the rear brake pedal. No wobbles or insecurity at all! Just haulin ass. Great bike, average rider = good times! http://vfrworld.com/photos/showphoto...o/1147/cat/515 __________________ Jethro911_Belleville Ontario_1998 VFR800 " You can teach a monkey to ride a bike but what is he gonna do when the chain falls off"

09-22-2006, 10:20 PM	#6 (permalink)
Action Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Last Online: Today 08:36 PM Location: Albuquerque - Find Me! My Ride: 2004 VFR View my Photo Gallery Posts: 563 Thanks: 8 Thanked 20 Times in 20 Posts	I'm 6'4" and 230 and I think the VFR is a great compromise bike. It's a very comfortable bike for a larger guy. I think it has better ergos than say a Hayabusa or a ZX-12. As far as power goes I agree with rc51, it's comparable to a 600 until the very top, but way easier to ride in traffic. One of my friends has a new R6 and she has to work a lot harder to maintain the same pace in traffic. I would like a little more power (it's like money, right?) but could not find a more powerful bike that fit me as well. The VFR's handling is steady in the turns and progressive with out being harsh. If you want a seriously fast bike with razor sharp handling go with one of the liter sport bikes. If you want a great bike that you can ride all day and still have a blast on twisty roads get the VFR. __________________ 2004 VFR: Heil Bars, BMC, 2 Bros, Fender Elim, Heated Grips, +2 rear sprocket, DID gold chain. Tires- Pilot Road 2CT's The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, but wiser people so full of doubts. -Bertrand Russell

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07-03-2006, 09:29 AM	#2 (permalink)
rc51rider Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Last Online: 03-01-2008 10:21 AM Posts: 62 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Ergos should be fine I'm 6'3" 200lbs never had a problem on long rides. As far as speed and handling it's as quick as any 600 out there until the top end. Handling is no where near as precise as a 600 or new litre bike it's heavier and harder to turn in but still a nice handling bike. It's a great sport touring bike one of the best ones out there but if you are looking for mostly sport you should get something else.

07-04-2006, 02:12 PM	#4 (permalink)
Kevin_70 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Last Online: Today 05:16 PM Location: Placerville, CA - Find Me! My Ride: 2006 Black VFR, Yamaha WR450F, Yamaha TTR-225 (the wife's), Kawasaki KLX300R Posts: 462 Thanks: 10 Thanked 11 Times in 9 Posts	hi rocket man - I just bought a 06 VFR after riding pure sport bikes for the last 6 years. I'm 6' and around 225 and I'm plenty happy with the performance and comfort so far, keep in mind I'm following the break-in procedures still but I can tell this baby will be keeping me happy for a looooong time. I've mostly played around in some twisties so far and handling is top notch, still getting used to the linked brakes though. I'm most impressed with the smoothness of the motor and power, what a nice change after riding I4s.

09-22-2006, 08:24 PM	#5 (permalink)
malcster Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Last Online: Today 09:03 PM Location: Bishop,CA USA - Find Me! My Ride: 2004 VFR RRRED Posts: 183 Thanks: 1 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts	6'3''185lbs and love the the viff, recommended vfr's by a Ducati freind that races a cbr600rr,It's a comfortable sportbike for a larger person.Can't imagine anything better!

09-23-2006, 03:21 PM	#7 (permalink)
Paul04vfr Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Last Online: 08-17-2008 08:13 AM Location: minnesota - Find Me! My Ride: 2004 honda vfr Posts: 52 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I'm 6'1" and weigh about 260, the ergos and power seem to be fine. But this is my first bike and i've only hade it 2 yrs. I have ridden a hayabusa once. Me and a friend at work traded bikes at lunch. I was too scared to see what the bike was like power wise(low rpm seemed about the same as mine). But my thighs seemed to be too tall and not fit right against the tank they hit against the part of the tank near the top where it flairs out. But I do very much enjoy my 04 vfr