Cool...

...It is always a pleasure to find like minded individuals in the world......it's then you realize, appreciate and say, "Thank God, it's not just me who is crazy."

Seriously, this forums members seem extremely informative about any and all aspects of the VFR (hence the name). Although I currently own several bikes, some that are Hondas, I am looking to buy my first VFR so this was the logical place to start and get educated beforehand.
It is a comfort to know that there is a place to find the answers to your questions. Thanks.

Greatly appreciated,
swoop

 

Hi swoop!

Remember, just because you are paranoid does not mean they arn't out to get you!

LOL

BZ

 

Hey swoop, welcome to the group. Ditto What BZ said. :thumb:

 

All different flavors, but there are definitely some interesting Folks here!

they are only out to get you BZ. They are coming!!! the mind police!!!
I am always referencing the movie Gattaca, and how our New World Order is slipping there...

VFR's Rule!:lever:

 

"Perhaps...

... its the result of an anxiety." -B.Z.

Too cool. Thanks for the invite guys. Was just checking it out this morning before work.

swoop

"Joviality is the game of children." - B.Z.
LOL:caked:

(BTW IMO one of the best movies ever made.):flame:

 

"Looking for our friend...come in on the train"


Thanks Swoop! LOL Always good to have another Mad MAx fan

Vman and Varollon always have good advice and general things to say on the site, you'll see them alot!

Again Welcome

 

welcome to the site. Any idea what Generation you are looking for?

These are 2 of my favorites

"speed's just a question of money. How fast can you go?"- Grease Rat

"Jimmy the Goose!!! As large as life and twice as ugly!!!"- Jim Goose

 

Hmmmm.....

........I was looking at a few 2003 VFRs. Reason is that I want a rock solid commuter bike for work, I'm riding about 60 -70 miles. I thought the available saddlebags and possibility of a trunk would be advantageous since I need the room for the multitude of items I carry for work.
Add that to the reputation of the VFR being a rock solid bike with good performance as well as its comfortability behind the bars and you can see how it became one of my first contenders for my next bike.
But, I'm open to opinions to educate me more so I can make an informed decision. I have motorcycles but I have never owned a VFR. However, four out of my five are Honda's which I'm partial to.
Ahh yes I also see there Mad Max fans about. Damn right it's a great movie!opcorn:
Love the quotes. I actually own the trilogy. They're in my personal top five list.
Thanks for your help.

 

OMG, LOL I'm not sure what to say, other than welcome to the asylum.

 

So...

...alrighty then. Apparently there is an almost endless amount of information concerning the VFR. I have been reading, browsing, and asking questions about this bike and here is what I've determined thus far:
-everyone loves their VFR.
-not everyone owns the same year.
-therefore not all VFR's are created equal to everyone.
LOL:smile:
For instance I read on a post that a 5G has better power than a 6G.
Fact or opinion?
I suppose the difference in opinions concerning these bikes are directly relative to what the rider really wants or hopes to gain from the bike itself.
I need a solid commuter bike with hauling capabilities. Naturally a 6G seemed a good choice. But, would another generation VFR be just as capable, or better, suited for me? How about if we include ALL aspects of the bike such as regular maintenance, cost and availibilty of repair parts, gas efficiency, insurance rates, etc?
I have a 1995 Triumph Daytona 900. Nice bike. However, it was a pain in the arse to find parts for it until recently. I probably won't buy another one.
There are just so many other bikes out there. So before I get yet another bike I want to get all the info I can about the bike so that it may better meet my expectations and needs.
Also, I appreciate all of the opinions, facts, real life experiences, and more importantly humorous (mind altering) discussions about non related topics.
BTW (speaking of mind altering) I am listening to Hocus Pocus by Focus while writing this post. Meanwhile the chase scene to get the Night Rider from Mad Max is on my TV with the volume turned down. If you start the song when you first see Jimmie the Goose's KZ1000 it's pretty cool.
Later y'all...

 

Welcome swoop! Where are you at in NC? I take it you own a handgun given your name. Required hardware around here....

This is a wonderful site with volumes of info on any generation VFR you are looking at. Great guys, great opinions, and no little dweebs getting mouthy or making rude or stupid comments during a thread they happen to disagree with. Everyone has thick skin, too, so that when opinions do differ, everyone acts grown up about it, which is nice. This really IS a stupid-free site, unlike many other bike related sites!! You will enjoy it.

I live in Fayetteville. Let me know if you want to link up, I will be happy to show you all the glory that is known as a 5G. :smile:

 

Horrible bike, stay away... :spy:
Alright, it's not.

My daily commute is about 110 miles round trip, every other week I have a 200+mile day. It's no problem at all for the VFR or me (even with the stock seat).

Which gen? That's a tough one... I went 5th gen PURELY for the sound. Fun story actually. Like to hear it?

I was ferrying a plane to Nebraska and got stuck in Albuquerque because of a line of thunderstorms. So my buddy and I were walking around downtown that night and I heard this thunder coming through the buildings... It sounded like a nascar approaching... Couldn't believe my eyes when the source got closer.

A little red bike pulled up to the stop light next to us, then took off and screamed out of the city... My first comment was, "f-n squiddy!" (the guy was in a t-shirt). Then I said, "WTF was that? I need one!"

A VFR nut was born... And that was a 5th Gen with Staintune exhaust...

So a few months later I get a call while in Vegas to go find a VFR and see if it fits cuz my buddy had a line on a pristine 5th gen. Raced across town and sat on a 6th gen and it fit great, so after a few emailed pictures I bought the thing site-unseen...

I think the 5th & 6th gens are just as comfortable (they both fit me quite nice), but the gear whine of the 5th gen is unbeatable...

 

Sounds like we need to do a 3rd 4th 5th 6th gen comporo test. When and where? I say>

 

Hmmm. An extended road trip to the middle of the country to meet up with other VFR maniacs and compare notes, bikes, and more. Could it happen? Waddaya think RVFR? Would Swoops wanna meet this wacky bunch?

 

A comparison with all the different generations? Just when we were all getting along so good :lol: