By the way, I mentioned the change in render time for motovlogs (7 hours down to 10 minutes) This voice over vid file took 5 minutes to render...down from maybe 2 hours (4 if I decide to throw my orange tint on it) Normally I would just leave the house while a video renders so I don't have to stare at it.........this time, I just made a bagel.
So happy for you man. My favorite vlogger and so relatable. Seeing your determination to create art in unideal situations is really motivating, man. Props
As a full time motorcycle mechanic I wince whenever one of these V4 VFR's show up at our shop. They are a nightmare to work on. The simplest repair takes days!
I have a 2000 VFR800, basically the same bike. I think it's the best generation VFR -- gear driven cams and fuel injection. But it does suffer a little bit from ugliness. Depends on which part of the bike you're looking at. The front end is great, but the tail and the front fender...ugly. I re-cut my front fender to give it a sportier shape. Still trying to figure out what to do with the tail.
My 1994 Gen 4 has done over 200,000k and still running the same as when I first bought it all those years ago. Just love those gear driven cams and no other bike Ive ridden comes even close to this machine.
Couldn’t have said it better myself. I have modded 2002 VTEC that’s currently in 180k miles and just bought a 1992 FP TODAY!!!! 31k on the clock 2 previous owners, full service history, £800 eBay. It’s the one I never had, it’s an absolute bane too. Well chuffed. Fantastic vids mate, been following you through all your builds over the last couple of builds. Great stuff👍👍🏍️🏍️😎😎
As a long time Honda V4 owner I'm happy you glossed over the VFR1200X. It's the greatest bike I've ever owned and gets me across "country" lines as you misstated at the end of the video. You're entitled to your sport bike related opinions and I'll keep putting away many happy smiles on my overweight overbuilt adventure bike, knowing full well it's the best bike in the world . . . . for me.
5th Gen for me. I've had three and all fitted with aftermarket pipes (Remus, Micron and Viper) the noise on each was sublime but the Remus (in high level form) was brilliant for looks, build quality and sound. I think Honda missed the point completely when they introduced the vtec in the 6th Gen. Who the hell wants a powerband on a sports tourer?
The engine, the sound, the quality... japans finest engeneering! Proud owner of a RC93 after having an RC46 (it's in one short clip here 😁) Great video mate ✌️
Man, I recently found your channel and I've got to say, you've got the best bike channel on RUclips right now. I'm impressed with every video I've watched and I love the details you share. Keep up the good work, you've got a great thing going!
The VFR750F Interceptor is a beautiful, dependable machine that are fun to drive. I currently own a "94" and a "96" VFR750F Interceptors. Had them for years,drive them every day,and will keep them the rest of my life. RC45's were the 4th and last generation of carburated bikes. But if you ride them everyday like I do their very trouble free. Great bit here. Keep up the good work!
Hey Man! I thought you threw the towel in. I see I have some catch up to do. Great Production Quality Video as always! You are making me feel old. I was around for all this. My first new bike was a 1974 CB750. Anyway, Excellent job on the Video!
Well my computer had started dying and then just died. I actually made a written post under the community tab and then when I finally got a new one, I put out a motovlog earlier this week...Here to stay now.
[Hears the 5th Gen called ugly] [STARES IN 5th GEN OWNER] j/k, great video. Taste is taste, but I love the look of my 5th gen. The linked brakes sound like a bad idea, and if you want to slide your rear wheel, they might be, but in normal riding the system is almost invisible and the available braking power is huge. I jokingly refer to it as the most normal motorcycle ever made, but that’s a compliment. It’s fast enough for me, it has no bad habits, and the engine is so tractable.
@@eirha I hear you! I mean, looks are a matter of taste, so it’s ok to disagree. Non-motorcyclists are always shocked to hear how old my bike is, I think the looks are surprisingly timeless.
I have been here for a long time, and you kill every vid, man. I love seeing your subscriber count jump with every video. Cheers to you! Can't wait for the next one.
I had an '86 VFR-750 that I rode almost 30,000 miles before I wrecked it smashing into the side of a car. I loved that bike. I wish I could find another one. Great video, keep up the good work!
Love the content and delivery! One of these days Ill get around to doing a VFR resto....for now, I have my classic VTR250....the only Interceptor that wasn't a V4.
A really interesting history, thanks for taking the time to make it. I was waiting for the VFR800X Crossrunner to appear at the end but just discovered it never made it to the US, what a shame, I love mine!
My middle name is VFR. Nah, it isn't really. I bought a VFR750FK new in 1989, was orgasmic to ride back then. Just been out on the VFR1200F I have which is now parked up beside a 2001 VFR800 and 2019 CB1000R in my garage. I love Honda :) (family car is a Honda CRV)
I had a white 1990 VFR 750 F RC36 it was my first bike and man did i enjoyed driving it. From highways to backroads and the Nürburgring. only had 1 "major" hiccup when 1 of my spark plug treads were done for. Had to change the whole cilinderhead with my brother in law. But it worked and still drove it for thousands of kilometers. Sold it to a friend and bought a 1999 CBR Super Blackbird 1100. I also enjoy that one.
Holy F! My favorite episode yet!!! I love thge honda V4s and am glad to see more content on them! I ride a 1987 Honda Super Magna and its a gem! Thank for making this video friend. Be well :D
Great video keep it up. Love your charisma. Please do one on the Honda blackbird. It seems like an awesome machine that was really slept on and overshadowed by the Busa.
Dude such a great video!! So much info with humor mixed in to keep the attention of the viewer. One of the best videos I've watched on youtube!! Not sure how I found you, but will be binge watching!! Btw, I do have a Honda St1100 v4 .. 110 mph across states for hours without a complaint. Does great in the twisties too!! Love all bikes however, if I could only have two, it'd be the ST1100 for tour and my Vrod for light to light city fun. Again, one of the best videos I've seen. When you throw Rodney Dangerfield in with a LeBron flop comment, COMEDIC GOLD 😆 😆
Sixth gen owner here. The VFR isn’t the kind of bike that will set your hair on fire with performance but it might just be the most well rounded machine you’ll ever ride. It exudes quality and is more than capable as both a sport or touring machine. The V-Tech hit isn’t enough to worry about even in a corner, yo. That part of your video made me rewind about six times, hilarious.
Nice job. I had 4 VFR's ('86, '90, '00 and '08, and had 2 early VF Interceptors) and you were pretty much on point with my opinions of the bikes. My fave, still the original '86 750, wish I had kept it.
@@Theillestrator1050 I love the praying mantis look of the fifth gen (and obviously the engine) but I think the 6th gen is ugly. Not hating just my opinion. Like you said they got rid of the “supercharger” ;) whine. Love my 5th gen. I also like the 08 vfr
Bought my 2010’ VFR 1200F 13 months and 12,000 miles ago. Best purchase of my entire life. Ludicrous midrange power. 60 to 120 in 4th is more like time travel than acceleration.
I had VFR 800 VTEC, VFR 800 Fi, currently own VFR 750 1992 reg. From all of those I can tell that 750 feels somehow more comfortable and has the most finesse. It is really good. They all are great but early 750s feel really special
I am a 1200F 7th gen owner, and I have to say that you have given it the best dismissive review I have ever heard. It's a heck if a lot better than people think it is, but nobody wants to give it the light of day because it got shit reviews from people expecting the wrong things from it. Not saying it isn't without a few weird and annoying "issues" but it's way better than people give it credit for.
In my case, it's mainly a matter of being notable, having an interesting backstory, or making me think about something beyond the bike itself. By the time you get to the 1200, it's really just more of the same stuff and generally speaking I try to avoid simply citing a spec sheet.. the bike doesn't quite have the same interesting factor of the previous ones even though I'm sure if I ACTUALLY rode one I'd love it for the reasons you'd supposed to love it for.
I couldn't agree more with Oddball. I saw a vfr1200f with a 2 bros. exhaust. It sounded sick!!!!!!! By the time I had enough money to buy it someone else already bought it. But it is a crazy underrated bike.
I have my gen 5 vfr800fi have had this bike for 15 yrs now and ride more then alot 98 the sound power and I absolutly love this bike I have never 1 time had a problem and will never get rid of it hands down best bike I have ever road Andi build alot of bikes
I bought my gen4 97 silver twice haha. I sold it and went on to buy ride and flip alot of bikes searching for more power more excitement. It came back on for sale locally and i missed it so bad. So bought it again still have it now years later. What i found is the more power and tight suspension you get is not built for UK roads but the vfr750 eats them up and you can sling it about and use the torque it gets me into more trouble than my gsxr1000k4 because you cant push that!
Nice job, really enjoyed this. Had an RC30 back in the day, and whilst it wasn't the most powerful bike, it was buttery smooth and never upset the handling through the twisty stuff. I might just look for an early 800 after watching this - I think 'She' might even enjoy coming along for a ride too....
Killer vid bro!!! Classic VFR's rule! one of my 6 bikes is an 87 VFR700 F2. Love it! Even moreso is the CBR 600 F4, also in my stable. Love it more than my Ducati, truthfully. How bout a history of the CBR fam? Anyways thank you! Instantly subscribed and all bell notifier....
Love me some 2002 VFR just got mine back up and running after sitting for 6 years🤦🏻♂️ when some knuckle head tried to steal it and accomplished frying my ignition harness and main fuse… anyway now I have a running relatively low mile vfr that is so fun to ride… motivation to fix? Just got an 08 k1200s… maybe do a review on that next? Great video as usual! Been a minute since seeing your stuff…
LOL, I just started working on a 1988 Honda NT650. Is an off shoot of these bikes. Single sided swing arm, 2 spark plugs per cylinder. I dont know how but your recent videos have been in line with bikes I had been rebuilding. 1985 Honda CB450 around the same time you had your CB550 video and now this... and I'm across the country from you.
5th Gen is the pinnacle for me, gear driven cams, fuel injection and valves a home mechanic can reshim. I don't notice the linked brakes until last ditch stopping where the bike remains level as if by magic. As for the looks, front on is beautiful, from the side it's a bit lardy.
@@k0nanick I think the "choke" (fast idle) is quaint, a throw back to an older age. When servicing I use it to get the engine up to temperature without having to blip the throttle.
I loved the vid. Nice one. I ride the VFR1200x. Not the fastest or up to date bike on the road but I love the lazy engine. Effortless to over 120mph, no sorry gets you to 70 and can stay there all day. And for the size and weight, still quite nimble through traffic.
Interestingly recently I saw multiple of the 1st generation ones on sale here... these look very special and appealing for me and some are in quite nice condition. Another bikes which i really enjoy to watch and think of getting one as a summer bike: Honda Hornet 900(aka 919), Yamaha TRX850, Honda CB1300, Kawa ZXR 1200 ... Very nicely matching music at the beginning! But somehow at 0,75 speed the video is more enjoyable for me :D
Yes get technical all you want, I think most of your followers are technically minded or will look at the pictures, I can see a Honda inline four vlog coming so you can example your CB 🤣! great to have you back.
I'm looking to pickup a VFR this summer. I have a 1985 Magna VF700C that's a blast to ride. I don't care about the looks so I'm kind of leaning toward a Gen 5 VFR800. But I'm also interesting in a VFR1200. Why the 120...well 170HP sounds like a pretty good reason. I've also fallen in love with shaft drive like my Magna has. I'm planning to go and ride a few bikes and see what I think. I'm afraid I might just make a decision strictly on HP but then I'd miss out on having owned a VFR800 which seems like something everyone should do. What do you think? Thanks for the fun video.
Also had a Honda mbx125 that was more or less a 125 version of the red VF you see in this video. Looked almost identical. Hondas are the greatest bikes ever!
Ok I've figured it out. Yes your video I just discovered today is excellent. I have a 1994 VFR in garage soon to be running. Also I wonder if you did some podcasts in 2016/2017 from Indian country because your voice pattern is almost exactly like this other gentleman. Thanks!
The early VF interceptor was a separate model from the sabre and magna. Interceptor has a different engine orientation and it's unique from the other two bikes. If you look at a sabre or magna beside an in interceptor, the Interceptors front cylinder bank is more upright and the rear bank faces more rearward.
I personally know of two old geezers(in their 50s) that have older vfr, one is the older 90s one with the divided head light unit and the other is the first 800(I think it was that or the model just before it, cant remember) but both of them had way over 320.000 km on the odometer at that time which was 2013-2014. One of them had never done anything to it but change the oil yet it went like stink when the whole club got together for club rides. Impressive, but they were more impressed with my nc35(rvf400) at the time which also had 60000 on the odo, and God knows how much more it really had done. What I missed with my v4 was that it did not have the same 270 degree crank as the much cooler sounding bigger v4 brothers but instead had the 360 one like the rc30 and that sound a bit too strained if you will.
I had a 6th Gen (think it waas a 2002?) and was just a great do-it-all bike. Comfy for long trips, but culd lean into it and drag a knee in the twisties. I still randomly check Craigslist for a cherry one from that era.
I almost got a '94 750 last year... The thing that kept me from buying it was probably the awareness I had of the fact that I'd rev the damn thing EVERYWHERE, and I'd be deaf in less than a week from getting on it. God bless V4s.
I had a 85 VF500F upgraded to a 87 VFR750 later upgraded (?) to a VF1000R then went to a VFR800. If I had my choice I'd like to have the 87VFR back. The 1000 was not much of an upgrade over the 750, and realistically the gains in power were subsumed by the hit it had in handling. And of course the VFR800 just didn't have the soul of the 87 VFR, when the VTEC kicked in it went from monster to demon but it still didn't have that overall visceral feel of the Gen2 In my mind the only thing you could have done to make that bike better would have been to give it wider tires, and inverted forks and in my mind it would have been perfect.
By the way, I mentioned the change in render time for motovlogs (7 hours down to 10 minutes)
This voice over vid file took 5 minutes to render...down from maybe 2 hours (4 if I decide to throw my orange tint on it)
Normally I would just leave the house while a video renders so I don't have to stare at it.........this time, I just made a bagel.
Bro do you have an email I can contact you at? I got some good news I wanted to share with you.
So happy for you man. My favorite vlogger and so relatable. Seeing your determination to create art in unideal situations is really motivating, man. Props
You winning, we winning.... I've been expecting you to make those moves.
As a full time motorcycle mechanic I wince whenever one of these V4 VFR's show up at our shop.
They are a nightmare to work on. The simplest repair takes days!
@@DennisMerwood-xk8wp is it because of the number of cylinders, valves, or the fairings?
I think my 1998 is one of the best looking bikes. Different, rare, and comfortable, built to last! I love just looking at it!
I've got one too.
And he said it's the ugly one. That hurt my ears.
Same here, I love it.
That is what i think to i had one for 10 years
I have a 2000 VFR800, basically the same bike. I think it's the best generation VFR -- gear driven cams and fuel injection. But it does suffer a little bit from ugliness. Depends on which part of the bike you're looking at. The front end is great, but the tail and the front fender...ugly. I re-cut my front fender to give it a sportier shape. Still trying to figure out what to do with the tail.
It's beautiful. More than 50% of Americans are wrong, so don't take it personally.
Here's to the VFR 🍻. Here's to another brilliant documentary 🍻🍻.
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Your voice over videos are some of the best on youtube period, real excited for this one.
You Bet they are.
Glad you guys enjoy em
Love my 1998 VFR800. 120,000km on it, still pulls like crazy, no oil burned, sounds like only a V4 can. Great bikes.
My 1994 Gen 4 has done over 200,000k and still running the same as when I first bought it all those years ago. Just love those gear driven cams and no other bike Ive ridden comes even close to this machine.
7:43 That is Carter Honda shop in Vancouver Canada at the entrance to Granville Island public market.
Please make a history video on the cb line up! That would be awesome
Damn that would be like 5 parts lmao
@@Theillestrator1050 bro I'll be glued to my seat for all of them 😆 thanks for the like
Yeah I would deff want to see want to see a history on the CBR line. I have watched turbo CBR 1000's destroy Hayabusas on dragstrips.
Cb400SF and CBR1000RR owner here, please do a video on them!!
a 1986 rc24 pearl white🙂looking forward to finishing the build,that granny will pack a punch
I had a 93 and a 96 vfr 750, they were the least troublesome and most comfortable bikes I’ve owned, I have nothing but good memories of those bikes .
Awesome
My mint 99 lives forever, other bikes come and go, this one never leaves me
The timing couldnt be better man. You uploaded the vid on March 2nd, i bought a ruby red 2010 VFR800 on February 28th. Happiest kid in the world rn
Best in YELLOW..
Couldn’t have said it better myself. I have modded 2002 VTEC that’s currently in 180k miles and just bought a 1992 FP TODAY!!!!
31k on the clock 2 previous owners, full service history, £800 eBay. It’s the one I never had, it’s an absolute bane too. Well chuffed.
Fantastic vids mate, been following you through all your builds over the last couple of builds. Great stuff👍👍🏍️🏍️😎😎
As a long time Honda V4 owner I'm happy you glossed over the VFR1200X. It's the greatest bike I've ever owned and gets me across "country" lines as you misstated at the end of the video. You're entitled to your sport bike related opinions and I'll keep putting away many happy smiles on my overweight overbuilt adventure bike, knowing full well it's the best bike in the world . . . . for me.
Another great one👍 Love the late 80s and 90s VFRs. I will own one some day to keep my 1986 Magna V45 company. Legendary bikes for sure.
5th Gen for me. I've had three and all fitted with aftermarket pipes (Remus, Micron and Viper) the noise on each was sublime but the Remus (in high level form) was brilliant for looks, build quality and sound. I think Honda missed the point completely when they introduced the vtec in the 6th Gen. Who the hell wants a powerband on a sports tourer?
I've had a 5th for several years neow. ('22) love it
The engine, the sound, the quality... japans finest engeneering! Proud owner of a RC93 after having an RC46 (it's in one short clip here 😁)
Great video mate ✌️
Man, I recently found your channel and I've got to say, you've got the best bike channel on RUclips right now. I'm impressed with every video I've watched and I love the details you share. Keep up the good work, you've got a great thing going!
I had a 5th Gen VFR800 I looooved that bike.The V65 Saber is still a dream bike of mine to this day.
Awesome video man, keep up the great work! :)
Thank you, glad you enjoyed
The VFR750F Interceptor is a beautiful, dependable machine that are fun to drive. I currently own a "94" and a "96" VFR750F Interceptors. Had them for years,drive them every day,and will keep them the rest of my life. RC45's were the 4th and last generation of carburated bikes. But if you ride them everyday like I do their very trouble free. Great bit here. Keep up the good work!
Hey Man! I thought you threw the towel in. I see I have some catch up to do. Great Production Quality Video as always! You are making me feel old. I was around for all this. My first new bike was a 1974 CB750. Anyway, Excellent job on the Video!
Well my computer had started dying and then just died. I actually made a written post under the community tab and then when I finally got a new one, I put out a motovlog earlier this week...Here to stay now.
I've no idea how your vids in this format don't have 100x the views they do by now. They're absolutely great
Great documentary, you spent alot of time and effort on this, nice job. Keep up the good work, love your content.
Thanks, will do!
[Hears the 5th Gen called ugly]
[STARES IN 5th GEN OWNER]
j/k, great video. Taste is taste, but I love the look of my 5th gen. The linked brakes sound like a bad idea, and if you want to slide your rear wheel, they might be, but in normal riding the system is almost invisible and the available braking power is huge. I jokingly refer to it as the most normal motorcycle ever made, but that’s a compliment. It’s fast enough for me, it has no bad habits, and the engine is so tractable.
It's funny cause I bought my 5th gen over a 6th gen mostly because I thought it looked A LOT better.
@@eirha I hear you! I mean, looks are a matter of taste, so it’s ok to disagree. Non-motorcyclists are always shocked to hear how old my bike is, I think the looks are surprisingly timeless.
Bravo! Nice job with the production. Thoroughly enjoyed this
My first was a 85 VF500F, INTERCEPTOR! Loved it, but not giving up my 04 CB919. Looking to find an 800 for my next! Keep up and Keep strong!
I have been here for a long time, and you kill every vid, man. I love seeing your subscriber count jump with every video. Cheers to you! Can't wait for the next one.
I had an '86 VFR-750 that I rode almost 30,000 miles before I wrecked it smashing into the side of a car. I loved that bike. I wish I could find another one. Great video, keep up the good work!
Sorry to hear that, hope you can too. Thanks.
You're Historical coverage of the bikes lineage is fantastic and equals Your custom building!
Love the content and delivery!
One of these days Ill get around to doing a VFR resto....for now, I have my classic VTR250....the only Interceptor that wasn't a V4.
Your video style and narration is amazing Sir!
I'm now subscribed!
A really interesting history, thanks for taking the time to make it. I was waiting for the VFR800X Crossrunner to appear at the end but just discovered it never made it to the US, what a shame, I love mine!
My middle name is VFR. Nah, it isn't really. I bought a VFR750FK new in 1989, was orgasmic to ride back then. Just been out on the VFR1200F I have which is now parked up beside a 2001 VFR800 and 2019 CB1000R in my garage. I love Honda :) (family car is a Honda CRV)
Bruh I had been looking at vfr 800 videos thinking of picking one up, look on my subscription tab and you release this. Perfect timing!
Lol, I think we've all looked for a VFR atleast once
@@Theillestrator1050 there's a guy selling a 2014 for $5000 a few cities away. I wanted a good sport tourer for a while. It might just be time for me.
I had a white 1990 VFR 750 F RC36 it was my first bike and man did i enjoyed driving it. From highways to backroads and the Nürburgring. only had 1 "major" hiccup when 1 of my spark plug treads were done for. Had to change the whole cilinderhead with my brother in law. But it worked and still drove it for thousands of kilometers. Sold it to a friend and bought a 1999 CBR Super Blackbird 1100. I also enjoy that one.
Holy F! My favorite episode yet!!! I love thge honda V4s and am glad to see more content on them! I ride a 1987 Honda Super Magna and its a gem! Thank for making this video friend. Be well :D
Right on!
4:30 It's always great to see an 83 750 Magna. I've had mine for nearly 5 years and love it. No engine problems with this one though.
Wow, this was a fantastic video, well done! I have a '92, and you just made it a tad more difficult to wait for spring... Cheers!
Great video man!! You killed it. Make more like this on other bikes please.
Glad you enjoyed, thanks for checking it out
Great work. Love your videos. Getting me psyched for the new season. Winter truly is the worst.
Nothing beats the sound and performance of this machine.. Not the fastest definitely not the slowest but the meanest muscle bike of its kind
Couldn't have said it better myself
I have the anniversary edition. Love it
Great job once again. Do more of the docs. I love them!
Great video keep it up. Love your charisma. Please do one on the Honda blackbird. It seems like an awesome machine that was really slept on and overshadowed by the Busa.
Ive waited many moons for this video. Thank you...now MORE HONDA MORE VFR !!!!!!!!!
Well time to go buy one lol
@@Theillestrator1050 u wont regret it 👍🏻
Dude such a great video!! So much info with humor mixed in to keep the attention of the viewer. One of the best videos I've watched on youtube!! Not sure how I found you, but will be binge watching!! Btw, I do have a Honda St1100 v4 .. 110 mph across states for hours without a complaint. Does great in the twisties too!! Love all bikes however, if I could only have two, it'd be the ST1100 for tour and my Vrod for light to light city fun. Again, one of the best videos I've seen. When you throw Rodney Dangerfield in with a LeBron flop comment, COMEDIC GOLD 😆 😆
Maaaaan that was nice. Thanks a lot for this video !
Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed
Love the vfr's one of the older models is on my shortlist of bikes to get at some point.
When I was looking for an old sportbike, this was also on my candidate list (I ended up with a 90's YZF though)
A sublime video Sir. Incidentally I have the fifth gen in red with a Yoshi pipe. You think it's ugly, no offence taken. :)
😭😭😭😭 I'm glad, pay no mind to my opinion
Over 14 minutes of awesomeness. Thank you
Your videos are always great. Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed
Sixth gen owner here. The VFR isn’t the kind of bike that will set your hair on fire with performance but it might just be the most well rounded machine you’ll ever ride. It exudes quality and is more than capable as both a sport or touring machine. The V-Tech hit isn’t enough to worry about even in a corner, yo. That part of your video made me rewind about six times, hilarious.
Nice job. I had 4 VFR's ('86, '90, '00 and '08, and had 2 early VF Interceptors) and you were pretty much on point with my opinions of the bikes. My fave, still the original '86 750, wish I had kept it.
Were they reliable?
I see a V65 Sabre, I like the video
I actually prefer the 5th gen over the 6th gen but the VFR is such a darling bike
In terms of the engine absolutely, but I just cant get behind the looks! lol
@@Theillestrator1050 I love the praying mantis look of the fifth gen (and obviously the engine) but I think the 6th gen is ugly. Not hating just my opinion. Like you said they got rid of the “supercharger” ;) whine. Love my 5th gen. I also like the 08 vfr
@@Theillestrator1050 The fifth is the best looking vfr tough. :)
@@Theillestrator1050 That is your bad taste, dont blame te bike! A..ole!
Bought my 2010’ VFR 1200F 13 months and 12,000 miles ago. Best purchase of my entire life. Ludicrous midrange power. 60 to 120 in 4th is more like time travel than acceleration.
I keep having to adjust my playback speed
Awesome video. What's the clip at 7:35? That's the Honda dealer down the street from me in Vancouver
That's actually the original 21 jump street movie from '87
Somehow ended up here and glad I did. Love my 1983 v45 magna--beat sounding bike I've been on (I'm not biased at all)
I had VFR 800 VTEC, VFR 800 Fi, currently own VFR 750 1992 reg. From all of those I can tell that 750 feels somehow more comfortable and has the most finesse. It is really good. They all are great but early 750s feel really special
Very talented video making. Keep 'em coming. Subscribed.
Wow, I just wanted to see my old VFR from 95, instead I saw the VFR universe! Brilliant documentary. 👍👍👍
Bro. How does my dude not have over a million subs. Everything he does is quality quality quality.
Lol, its all up to youtube recommendation algorithms
I am a 1200F 7th gen owner, and I have to say that you have given it the best dismissive review I have ever heard. It's a heck if a lot better than people think it is, but nobody wants to give it the light of day because it got shit reviews from people expecting the wrong things from it. Not saying it isn't without a few weird and annoying "issues" but it's way better than people give it credit for.
In my case, it's mainly a matter of being notable, having an interesting backstory, or making me think about something beyond the bike itself. By the time you get to the 1200, it's really just more of the same stuff and generally speaking I try to avoid simply citing a spec sheet.. the bike doesn't quite have the same interesting factor of the previous ones even though I'm sure if I ACTUALLY rode one I'd love it for the reasons you'd supposed to love it for.
I couldn't agree more with Oddball. I saw a vfr1200f with a 2 bros. exhaust. It sounded sick!!!!!!! By the time I had enough money to buy it someone else already bought it. But it is a crazy underrated bike.
I have my gen 5 vfr800fi have had this bike for 15 yrs now and ride more then alot 98 the sound power and I absolutly love this bike I have never 1 time had a problem and will never get rid of it hands down best bike I have ever road Andi build alot of bikes
I bought my gen4 97 silver twice haha. I sold it and went on to buy ride and flip alot of bikes searching for more power more excitement. It came back on for sale locally and i missed it so bad. So bought it again still have it now years later.
What i found is the more power and tight suspension you get is not built for UK roads but the vfr750 eats them up and you can sling it about and use the torque it gets me into more trouble than my gsxr1000k4 because you cant push that!
Superb...im on my 3rd...had a gen 2 , 4 and now on gen 6.
Now I know why the 6 doesn't have the whine ☹ tho..
Nice job, really enjoyed this. Had an RC30 back in the day, and whilst it wasn't the most powerful bike, it was buttery smooth and never upset the handling through the twisty stuff. I might just look for an early 800 after watching this - I think 'She' might even enjoy coming along for a ride too....
You had an RC30? Fancyyyy
Killer vid bro!!! Classic VFR's rule! one of my 6 bikes is an 87 VFR700 F2. Love it! Even moreso is the CBR 600 F4, also in my stable. Love it more than my Ducati, truthfully. How bout a history of the CBR fam? Anyways thank you! Instantly subscribed and all bell notifier....
Just got a 2008 and I'm sold. What a great bike. Any help on where to find decently priced parts?
Love me some 2002 VFR just got mine back up and running after sitting for 6 years🤦🏻♂️ when some knuckle head tried to steal it and accomplished frying my ignition harness and main fuse… anyway now I have a running relatively low mile vfr that is so fun to ride… motivation to fix? Just got an 08 k1200s… maybe do a review on that next? Great video as usual! Been a minute since seeing your stuff…
Crazy you posted this cause I was just thinking about selling my Suzuki Vstrom to get a 6th gen VFR
What’s the more superior/advanced frame? Twin spar or trellis
LOL, I just started working on a 1988 Honda NT650. Is an off shoot of these bikes. Single sided swing arm, 2 spark plugs per cylinder. I dont know how but your recent videos have been in line with bikes I had been rebuilding. 1985 Honda CB450 around the same time you had your CB550 video and now this... and I'm across the country from you.
That was my first bike! Loved it!
Lol, I've been watching ya!
Outstanding video, well done 🎉
Great work. Going back to ‘69 you did your research.
Do two strokes flow better ? Any videos explaining why?
Bro! I literally bought one today. Drive 7 hours one way to buy one. You posted that FZ1 video a while back right before I bought it to 😱
5th Gen is the pinnacle for me, gear driven cams, fuel injection and valves a home mechanic can reshim. I don't notice the linked brakes until last ditch stopping where the bike remains level as if by magic.
As for the looks, front on is beautiful, from the side it's a bit lardy.
don't forget the 'choke' on this injected motor lol
@@k0nanick I think the "choke" (fast idle) is quaint, a throw back to an older age. When servicing I use it to get the engine up to temperature without having to blip the throttle.
Yeah I'm glad I've got the 98 with the choke. I love it
Fantastic documentary. Well done sir.
I loved the vid. Nice one. I ride the VFR1200x. Not the fastest or up to date bike on the road but I love the lazy engine. Effortless to over 120mph, no sorry gets you to 70 and can stay there all day. And for the size and weight, still quite nimble through traffic.
Interestingly recently I saw multiple of the 1st generation ones on sale here... these look very special and appealing for me and some are in quite nice condition.
Another bikes which i really enjoy to watch and think of getting one as a summer bike:
Honda Hornet 900(aka 919), Yamaha TRX850, Honda CB1300, Kawa ZXR 1200 ...
Very nicely matching music at the beginning! But somehow at 0,75 speed the video is more enjoyable for me :D
Yes get technical all you want, I think most of your followers are technically minded or will look at the pictures, I can see a Honda inline four vlog coming so you can example your CB 🤣! great to have you back.
Lol, if only my CB was a shining example of a honda four! Thanks for watching as always
So the 2015 is a gear or chain driven cams? What’s the ultimate attainable VFR sport bike?
2014 to now are Chain.
I'm looking to pickup a VFR this summer. I have a 1985 Magna VF700C that's a blast to ride. I don't care about the looks so I'm kind of leaning toward a Gen 5 VFR800. But I'm also interesting in a VFR1200. Why the 120...well 170HP sounds like a pretty good reason. I've also fallen in love with shaft drive like my Magna has. I'm planning to go and ride a few bikes and see what I think. I'm afraid I might just make a decision strictly on HP but then I'd miss out on having owned a VFR800 which seems like something everyone should do. What do you think? Thanks for the fun video.
Also had a Honda mbx125 that was more or less a 125 version of the red VF you see in this video. Looked almost identical. Hondas are the greatest bikes ever!
Keeping my 21 yo 5th gen, the Best one
Ok I've figured it out. Yes your video I just discovered today is excellent. I have a 1994 VFR in garage soon to be running. Also I wonder if you did some podcasts in 2016/2017 from Indian country because your voice pattern is almost exactly like this other gentleman. Thanks!
Hey thanks for the praise, and no I havent done any such podcast haha. Merely a coincidence.
The early VF interceptor was a separate model from the sabre and magna. Interceptor has a different engine orientation and it's unique from the other two bikes. If you look at a sabre or magna beside an in interceptor, the Interceptors front cylinder bank is more upright and the rear bank faces more rearward.
God i missed this videos from you. So good
Hope you enjoyed it!
I personally know of two old geezers(in their 50s) that have older vfr, one is the older 90s one with the divided head light unit and the other is the first 800(I think it was that or the model just before it, cant remember) but both of them had way over 320.000 km on the odometer at that time which was 2013-2014. One of them had never done anything to it but change the oil yet it went like stink when the whole club got together for club rides. Impressive, but they were more impressed with my nc35(rvf400) at the time which also had 60000 on the odo, and God knows how much more it really had done. What I missed with my v4 was that it did not have the same 270 degree crank as the much cooler sounding bigger v4 brothers but instead had the 360 one like the rc30 and that sound a bit too strained if you will.
How did you not mention the rvf400 and vfr400?
good video mate, love my '99, and yes! that geared cam whine is what i call the poor mans supercharger
Honda have been ahead of the pack since the 60's. Their racing bikes of that era are incredible.
Absolutely. So much engineering from the 60's up to the 90's
I had a 6th Gen (think it waas a 2002?) and was just a great do-it-all bike.
Comfy for long trips, but culd lean into it and drag a knee in the twisties.
I still randomly check Craigslist for a cherry one from that era.
I almost got a '94 750 last year... The thing that kept me from buying it was probably the awareness I had of the fact that I'd rev the damn thing EVERYWHERE, and I'd be deaf in less than a week from getting on it. God bless V4s.
I had a 85 VF500F upgraded to a 87 VFR750 later upgraded (?) to a VF1000R then went to a VFR800.
If I had my choice I'd like to have the 87VFR back.
The 1000 was not much of an upgrade over the 750, and realistically the gains in power were subsumed by the hit it had in handling.
And of course the VFR800 just didn't have the soul of the 87 VFR, when the VTEC kicked in it went from monster to demon but it still didn't have that overall visceral feel of the Gen2
In my mind the only thing you could have done to make that bike better would have been to give it wider tires, and inverted forks and in my mind it would have been perfect.
You should apply to do some Op. Ed pieces for a motorcycle mag/webpage. These are seriously good.
My 06 vfr is named charlotte. We don't mention her weight in front of her.. literally the best sounding bike on earth with Leo Vince.
I absolutely loved the VF1000R. But went with the gsx-r 750 in 1986.....couldn't afford the insurance on the 1100 gixer.