New version: • Riding the best all-ro... Many have asked that I strip the loud music out of this to better hear that gorgeous V4 engine, and so I've done just that!
Got one myself same as yours and a 88 model also a 2015 800 the viffer is a perfect bike ridden over the last 35 years over 200,000 miles time after time always come back to the honda vfr built to last and that v4 is a joy.
Awesome Andy! My favorite was the 2001... Fi interceptor, last of the gear driven cams. Never should have sold that bike, might get one again if the economy survives :) How are you liking the 2015? I must admit getting one of those has crossed my mind more than once, very similar styling to the 5th Gen.
Hi sorry for the delay getting back to busy at home serving my vfrs !! due to lock down here in the uk the 2015 model is the best one i have had very compact and smaller than the model before i took one for a test ride soon as i clicked it in gear let clutch out with in 3 miles my mind was made up .Very smooth handles like its on rails v tec is vey smooth as well you have to rev it a bit more than the 750 models but in real world riding you don't get into 3 figure speeds very often i know we do !! Ridden every model of the vfrs every one is great well i have 3 of them so it says it all go have ago on the new model and c for your self i think you will come back with a grin on your face . Every vfr is like a well worn glove jump on it and its perfect i think you will agree had a kawasaki sx 1000 before i got the 800 model i did not like it one bit found i was riding my 750 vfrs more than that !. Had sx a year came back from a ride wife said you not happy with it said no she new what i wanted so wife booked test ride for me on the new 800 model well rest history did not buy a new one bought one 3 yerar old with 2000 miles on it that was almost 2 years ago its now done 8000 miles so you can tell i like it.Soon as lock down is over will be out for a very long ride,ride safe bud go take a test ride on one let me know what you think.cheers for now Andy.
Great video . I have a Mint Condition low mileage 97 VFR in Red too . Currently on Covid Lock Down in Spain. My bike lives in a garage a mile away so it's nice to watch and listen to yours and hope I can ride mine again soon . As others have said a video of the VF1000R would be nice .
Thanks Gary! Yeah I’m waiting on my Collector plates which could take another two months... so feel your pain. At least I can have a beer with mine in the garage, that helps. I talk to my bikes regularly ;p. I’ll get the VF going soon, just need to figure out a minor problem with the brakes!
What a Beauty, I'm still on the hunt for an Original RC36-2 '95 model, In the meantime bought a Black '02 Vfr800 - but Still Envy the Classic Vfr750's -Cheers 👍🇦🇺🍻
The only new “anything” I ever purchased was a 1996 VFR. Had to sell it two years later to pay for a horrific incident. Broke my heart. Now 23 years later I’m gonna get one just for the complete circle. Let’s see how long she stays in the stable. I’m excited to revisit old memories. Can’t wait to see how the old glove fits!
Changing shock on mine bike on 50 k now rear end a little bouncy doing it this weekend said before v4 is a beauty my 800 last week here in the uk weather was hot rode a 1000 miles was not working had a great week was a joy hearing the v4 motor on song long live the vfr.
Love these bikes. I have the 97 with a ballistic pipe. Terrified the crap out of me the first time I started it. I know I'll never sell her as it just makes me happy. She also lives in my lounge
Hi there CS - greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦 . These are still such practical & stylish machines on the road, and you have a cream puff girl there 👍😎. I have a ‘96 in the garage, 63,000 Km’s with a Micron race exhaust on = best sounding bike in my Sunday ride group. This is my keeper = other bikes bought and sold, and still the best all round machine and I stay with my mate’s Triumph’s and Beemers until 200 kph - which is fast enough for my 60 year old Butt Your VF1000R looks brand new too!! 😈
Thanks Capt! Yeah she’s coming up on 60k km now & runs like new. I’m temped to get an aftermarket pipe but worked so hard to get my other bikes back to factory spec I have a mental block against modding the only bike I bought stock standard!
Hi i now have a vfr 1200f to my collection the 1200f is a quick bike and is very nimble as well not had it long only done 200miles on it due to the winter weather in the uk still have my 2 750 models .
Awesome! I do like some of the angles on the 1200f A LOT and still remember seeing it at the auto-show for the first time… very impressive. Now if only I had a bigger garage, only had space to fit a ‘99 ducati 996 ;p
I rode the 97 and decided I wanted a VFR and was overjoyed that I picked up the 98 model which was named bike of the year. I think without any doubt that the 5th Gen was the “best” model of the VFR.
I have much love for the 5th Gen VFR! I put many miles on mine, probably about 20 years ago now... the Fi throttle response is a joy for sure. There’s just something about the styling of the 4th Gen, purely from a visual perspective that tickles me. Feels a bit more nimble in the twisties as well but I might be imagining it.
Thanks! She’s in really good shape for her age. There’s something very special about these bikes man... I had a 5th gen that was great, but... I’d rather have this one :)
Hi still liking my vfr 1200f done almost 3000 miles on it now just so easy to ride still been using my 750 models as well just something about the v4 honda motor its a beauty been good weather here last few months of for a decent ride monday will take the early 750 one.
Hi Eric. I loved my 800FI so can’t say anything bad about it... the throttle response from the FI is better than the 750 and no issues with tuning carbs. That being said the 750 feels more agile / sporty and I love the styling. I’m looking to get an FI as well (keeping the 750) if that helps... I honestly couldn’t decide between the two, they’re both great. If you need a daily commuter and workhorse keep the FI. If you ride for fun... go 750. Then again, if you have the space keep the FI indefinitely, you’ll miss it for sure.
Did a 6 week tour in South Africa with a 95 VFR750FS with a mate. He had the 2000 VFR 800FI [he is a better rider than I am]. He kept begging to swap bikes after about a hour on the road and then I had to virtually bribe him to get my own bike back. For real touring, the carburetor model is smoother and more forgiving, the fuel injection model is a bit digital [same with cars], and the ride position for some reason more forgiving on long rides [you don't need an orthopedic surgeon after long mileage]. But again, different strokes for different folks.
I really am looking forward getting this as my first bike I've ridden a kawasaki 300, honda cbr600 and gsxr 600 my brother just got a cbr1000rr wonder if he'll let me ride that but im definitely looking to getting the 95 vfr750 and 2002 vfr800 :) I cant wait... hopefully I get it before I turn 21 just 19 rn 🙏
Awesome man, fingers crossed! It’s a real fun bike without the drawbacks of a superbike. If the zombie apocalypse happened tomorrow this is the one I’d jump on & get outta dodge.
Nice! thats the Malahat I'm pretty sure heading towards Victoria, a road I've driven pretty fast in many a car over the years (assuming you don't get behind a smoking laboring Westfalia camper VW van..), sweet video!
@@counter-steer Ahhh sunshine coast! it does look vaguely like coming out of the ferry terminal heading up to whistler then! nice! Been keeping my eye open for a VFR this summer!
This was very well done...like excellent work very professional and great edits very tight and precise riding, great location, and amazing bike. Stick to this brother this is top tier work I mean that both professionally and personally. Look forward to seeing you blow up and become a go to motorcycle channel! Also looking at a 95 vfr750f right now if you get this, what do you think if it needs a new battery, starter, and solenoid? I would like to either do full restore with upgraded forks like from newer CBR1000rr and ohlins for the rears maybe newer race brakes and fit some Toce pipes too, or a cafe racer of the sort rooted in performance and the principles of the vfr750. What do you think?
Thanks dude, I do like a bit of filming and a lot of riding! I’d totally go for the ‘95... sounds like minor work and these bikes are built to last. I’m all for some performance upgrades and tribute enduro racers look freakin great. Stripping the fairings off & going cafe or street fighter’s not my cup of tea though...
I couldn't hear the sound of the V4 engine due to the crappy music. You need to amend the title of your vid. "Legendary Honda V4 engine sound drowned out by crappy incidental music".
Hi weather here in uk been good done 700 mile on my 1200 vfr give it 20 out of 10 cracking bike like the 800 model but loads of grunt and very nimble and stops and handles well build is top notch try one its a gentlemans sports bike .
A beautiful video!!! I have been in the market for a VFR for moths now but I'm so torn between the 4th gen. RC36-2 and the 5th gen. It literally robs me of my sleep. I just can't decide. I love the retro "testarossa" look of the 4th gen much better than the looks of the 5th gen, but the 5th seems to be a better bike in general. Fuel injected, lighter, narrower seat (I'm not very tall), more power, etc. I'm not so sure about the linked braking though. I honestly don't know which one to buy :(
Thank you sir! Having owned and loved both, I have some thoughts on the matter... Being on the shorter side myself, I found the 4th gen lighter and more nimble. It somehow feels more... special. I know for a fact I'll never sell it, unless I physically don't have space for it. The 5th gen is a great bike and I had lots of great times on it but the ride itself was a little muted. Feels a little bigger, slightly more torque and the throttle response for blipping the accelerator was great, but less power and agility overall. Less of a sense of occasion if that makes any sense? The linked brakes never bothered me though, not even on sandy patches. The rear brake gets the brunt of the pressure when using the rear brake. The truth of the matter is the best one between the two depends on which bike's in better shape when you physically buy it. (and then the 750f2 will be cheaper.) Parked next to each other in same condition for the same price however, I'd ride off on the 750 f2. Carbs are fine if you fire the bike up once in a while... haven't had any issues the last 5 years. The prices for the 4th gen are also outrageously low right now, if money is a factor. Probably a victim of it's own success as there's still a fair amount of them around.
I think I've figured it out... the 750f2 draws me back to the days when the VFR was a race bike (Rc30), but this one's got touring ergonomics. With the 5th gen they split up their stable, with the RC51 and CBR getting the handling / fun side and the VFR being focused more towards touring.
@@counter-steer Thank you for your assessment! Money is of course also a factor for me. the 5th gens are aprox. a third more expensive in similar condition to the 4th. I am from Austria and I love touring on twisty mountain roads. My current bike, a CB500, is grate in its own way, but just can't deliver the torque for the tight uphill turns. It was always a bit of a struggle, trying to keep up with my friends who ride more capable bikes. It is just not siuted for touring. I'm keeping it as a daily driver but need something else for the long days in the saddle and the occasional miles on the highway. Now that i red your reply, I'm drawn to the torque and throttle response of the 800 but also to the nimbleness of the 750. I know my way around the mechanics of a classical motorcycle. Never had to pay a mechanic, besides for changing the tires. I know how to clean carbs, but can't really say that I enjoy it in particular...Well, you gave me something to think about. Oh boy,...another sleepless night awaits me...
@@counter-steer Just red your second comment...thank you! The RC36-2 would be the best of both worlds, so to speak. I just don't really quite understand, how the 5th can be lighter, have more power, but seem bigger and less nimble at the same time? Is it the suspension or the geometry and seating position?
I hear you… weight’s technically the same but the body’s quite a bit wider on the 800 because of the dual side radiators. The power delivery, has more horses but feels more linear with the injectors. It’s hard to explain why to be honest but it feels slower. Maybe in the same way a Blackbird seems slow at high speeds because there’s very little drama and the power curve is… for lack of a better word, linear. Like slowly cooking a lobster as opposed to coming out of a air-conditioned hotel in Vegas and getting hit in the face with 100 degrees ;p Talking about the 800 made me miss it now, you honestly can’t go wrong either way :) Find the best example you can. Or buy both!
Thanks dude! Itching to get out there again... the bike's 25 years old this year so I just applied for "collector" plates which means cheap & year round insurance!
Thanks man! I was shooting for over the top drama but it ended up being just enough ;p I'm making these in the winter to tie me over 'till riding season... working on a rebuild vid for the Fireblade now. The soundtrack comes from an online stock site. There's a couple of them out there and their prices are pretty good.
Countersteer thanks for your fast feedback ! When I was young, the first time I met a VFR was the red vfr carat (the red and white one). Still in my mind ! The sound of thé motor/exhaust is just... amazing ! Good luck for the Fireblade and ride safe ! Do you have the address of the website please (I also would like to be a heroe :). ). Thanks !!
Great vid!! Incred sound!! I had an ‘86 500 interceptor which looked great but did not have anything close to this sound. Also, can u please let me know what music this is?? Thanks🙏🏽
Thanks Justin! The 500 interceptors are great bikes man. I got the music from audiojungle, it's by a fella that calls himself Peanut Sound. here's a link: audiojungle.net/item/suspense-trailer/23220479
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Got one myself same as yours and a 88 model also a 2015 800 the viffer is a perfect bike ridden over the last 35 years over 200,000 miles time after time always come back to the honda vfr built to last and that v4 is a joy.
Awesome Andy! My favorite was the 2001... Fi interceptor, last of the gear driven cams. Never should have sold that bike, might get one again if the economy survives :) How are you liking the 2015? I must admit getting one of those has crossed my mind more than once, very similar styling to the 5th Gen.
Hi sorry for the delay getting back to busy at home serving my vfrs !! due to lock down here in the uk the 2015 model is the best one i have had very compact and smaller than the model before i took one for a test ride soon as i clicked it in gear let clutch out with in 3 miles my mind was made up .Very smooth handles like its on rails v tec is vey smooth as well you have to rev it a bit more than the 750 models but in real world riding you don't get into 3 figure speeds very often i know we do !! Ridden every model of the vfrs every one is great well i have 3 of them so it says it all go have ago on the new model and c for your self i think you will come back with a grin on your face . Every vfr is like a well worn glove jump on it and its perfect i think you will agree had a kawasaki sx 1000 before i got the 800 model i did not like it one bit found i was riding my 750 vfrs more than that !. Had sx a year came back from a ride wife said you not happy with it said no she new what i wanted so wife booked test ride for me on the new 800 model well rest history did not buy a new one bought one 3 yerar old with 2000 miles on it that was almost 2 years ago its now done 8000 miles so you can tell i like it.Soon as lock down is over will be out for a very long ride,ride safe bud go take a test ride on one let me know what you think.cheers for now Andy.
Great video .
I have a Mint Condition low mileage 97 VFR in Red too . Currently on Covid Lock Down in Spain. My bike lives in a garage a mile away so it's nice to watch and listen to yours and hope I can ride mine again soon .
As others have said a video of the VF1000R would be nice .
Thanks Gary! Yeah I’m waiting on my Collector plates which could take another two months... so feel your pain. At least I can have a beer with mine in the garage, that helps. I talk to my bikes regularly ;p. I’ll get the VF going soon, just need to figure out a minor problem with the brakes!
Where you based in Spain ? Im in the south area in valance region...
ivan gauci ,an hour East of Granada mate .
If i wanna listen to this incredible engine Sound, it doesn't take epic music to spoil it.
otherwise nice Clip 👍
I hear you man! I’ll have to re-cut this one soon…
No worries! It's a very nice work and it's the ambition that counts.
Would love to ride this Bike again .
Stay safe and enjoy 👍😉
What a Beauty, I'm still on the hunt for an Original RC36-2 '95 model, In the meantime bought a Black '02 Vfr800 - but Still Envy the Classic Vfr750's -Cheers 👍🇦🇺🍻
Cheers mate! Lucky these are still heavily undervalued in most parts so you should be able to get one for a fair price if you keep attit!
Got one with 36k km,new tyres,fresh service and a nice exhaust for 1800€.
Couldnt be happier
Awesome sauce, that’s a steal!
Amazing bikes and video making! Gonna get myself a 1999 VFR soon here in Spain and you are inspiring me to do a project with it! Thanks for the vids!
Awesome sauce!
Was broke 20 years ago and sold mine to get a car for work... I still own the memories.
We’ve all been there man... now I work from home, no need for a car!
The only new “anything” I ever purchased was a 1996 VFR. Had to sell it two years later to pay for a horrific incident. Broke my heart. Now 23 years later I’m gonna get one just for the complete circle. Let’s see how long she stays in the stable. I’m excited to revisit old memories. Can’t wait to see how the old glove fits!
Changing shock on mine bike on 50 k now rear end a little bouncy doing it this weekend said before v4 is a beauty my 800 last week here in the uk weather was hot rode a 1000 miles was not working had a great week was a joy hearing the v4 motor on song long live the vfr.
Love these bikes. I have the 97 with a ballistic pipe. Terrified the crap out of me the first time I started it. I know I'll never sell her as it just makes me happy. She also lives in my lounge
Right on! Definitely one of the best all-round bikes ever made... still working on building a bigger “garage” man-cave for mine
Hi there CS - greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦 . These are still such practical & stylish machines on the road, and you have a cream puff girl there 👍😎. I have a ‘96 in the garage, 63,000 Km’s with a Micron race exhaust on = best sounding bike in my Sunday ride group. This is my keeper = other bikes bought and sold, and still the best all round machine and I stay with my mate’s Triumph’s and Beemers until 200 kph - which is fast enough for my 60 year old Butt
Your VF1000R looks brand new too!! 😈
Thanks Capt! Yeah she’s coming up on 60k km now & runs like new. I’m temped to get an aftermarket pipe but worked so hard to get my other bikes back to factory spec I have a mental block against modding the only bike I bought stock standard!
I love his 60kph speedometer! hahahah
Approximately 60kph ;p
Hi i now have a vfr 1200f to my collection the 1200f is a quick bike and is very nimble as well not had it long only done 200miles on it due to the winter weather in the uk still have my 2 750 models .
Awesome! I do like some of the angles on the 1200f A LOT and still remember seeing it at the auto-show for the first time… very impressive. Now if only I had a bigger garage, only had space to fit a ‘99 ducati 996 ;p
@@counter-steer make room get one ! all v4 hondas are top notch .
@@andyrawlings5369 I'm working on it as we speak!
I rode the 97 and decided I wanted a VFR and was overjoyed that I picked up the 98 model which was named bike of the year. I think without any doubt that the 5th Gen was the “best” model of the VFR.
I have much love for the 5th Gen VFR! I put many miles on mine, probably about 20 years ago now... the Fi throttle response is a joy for sure. There’s just something about the styling of the 4th Gen, purely from a visual perspective that tickles me. Feels a bit more nimble in the twisties as well but I might be imagining it.
my94 Gen 4 done over 200,000 K and runs as good now as when I first bought it. Slightly more worn than your immaculate machine. Long may you enjoy it.
Thanks! She’s in really good shape for her age. There’s something very special about these bikes man... I had a 5th gen that was great, but... I’d rather have this one :)
Kill the instrumental music, it wrecks a superb video.
Ask and you shall receive! Just re-cut this one with better audio…
Hi still liking my vfr 1200f done almost 3000 miles on it now just so easy to ride still been using my 750 models as well just something about the v4 honda motor its a beauty been good weather here last few months of for a decent ride monday will take the early 750 one.
Nice one! I’d give my left eyebrow to go for a bit of a road-trip this summer, perfect weather too!
Great vid! Do one on the VF1000R next!
Thanks JP! Can’t wait... as soon as this winter thing’s done freezing my bits off!
Currently contemplating buying a 95 VFR750F and selling my 99 VFR 800FI 🤔 curious to know your thoughts.
Hi Eric. I loved my 800FI so can’t say anything bad about it... the throttle response from the FI is better than the 750 and no issues with tuning carbs. That being said the 750 feels more agile / sporty and I love the styling. I’m looking to get an FI as well (keeping the 750) if that helps... I honestly couldn’t decide between the two, they’re both great.
If you need a daily commuter and workhorse keep the FI. If you ride for fun... go 750. Then again, if you have the space keep the FI indefinitely, you’ll miss it for sure.
Did a 6 week tour in South Africa with a 95 VFR750FS with a mate. He had the 2000 VFR 800FI [he is a better rider than I am]. He kept begging to swap bikes after about a hour on the road and then I had to virtually bribe him to get my own bike back. For real touring, the carburetor model is smoother and more forgiving, the fuel injection model is a bit digital [same with cars], and the ride position for some reason more forgiving on long rides [you don't need an orthopedic surgeon after long mileage]. But again, different strokes for different folks.
I really am looking forward getting this as my first bike I've ridden a kawasaki 300, honda cbr600 and gsxr 600 my brother just got a cbr1000rr wonder if he'll let me ride that but im definitely looking to getting the 95 vfr750 and 2002 vfr800 :) I cant wait... hopefully I get it before I turn 21 just 19 rn 🙏
Awesome man, fingers crossed! It’s a real fun bike without the drawbacks of a superbike. If the zombie apocalypse happened tomorrow this is the one I’d jump on & get outta dodge.
The pure V4 soud
Nice lookin bike. Would be a great video if you could hear the motor better without the odd music.
It’s on my to-do list!
Good video bike sounds awesome
Thanks dude, happy riding for sure!
Suggestion, raise the camera up above the visor, gives a better feel of the speed and angle your riding at 😉 for me anyway
I hear ya, need a helmet mount!
@@counter-steer good lad. More walk around a tho I fricking love these bikes!!
V4 Sound ❤️👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
Insane/GORGEOUS
Nice! thats the Malahat I'm pretty sure heading towards Victoria, a road I've driven pretty fast in many a car over the years (assuming you don't get behind a smoking laboring Westfalia camper VW van..), sweet video!
Awesome man, close but no cigar! Think opposite the water on the other coast.
@@counter-steer Ahhh sunshine coast! it does look vaguely like coming out of the ferry terminal heading up to whistler then! nice! Been keeping my eye open for a VFR this summer!
This was very well done...like excellent work very professional and great edits very tight and precise riding, great location, and amazing bike. Stick to this brother this is top tier work I mean that both professionally and personally. Look forward to seeing you blow up and become a go to motorcycle channel! Also looking at a 95 vfr750f right now if you get this, what do you think if it needs a new battery, starter, and solenoid? I would like to either do full restore with upgraded forks like from newer CBR1000rr and ohlins for the rears maybe newer race brakes and fit some Toce pipes too, or a cafe racer of the sort rooted in performance and the principles of the vfr750. What do you think?
Thanks dude, I do like a bit of filming and a lot of riding! I’d totally go for the ‘95... sounds like minor work and these bikes are built to last. I’m all for some performance upgrades and tribute enduro racers look freakin great. Stripping the fairings off & going cafe or street fighter’s not my cup of tea though...
I couldn't hear the sound of the V4 engine due to the crappy music. You need to amend the title of your vid. "Legendary Honda V4 engine sound drowned out by crappy incidental music".
Ask and you shall receive! Just re-cut this one with better audio…
Hi weather here in uk been good done 700 mile on my 1200 vfr give it 20 out of 10 cracking bike like the 800 model but loads of grunt and very nimble and stops and handles well build is top notch try one its a gentlemans sports bike .
Nice one Andy! I’ve only heard good things about the 1200… need more space in the garage now ;)
A beautiful video!!! I have been in the market for a VFR for moths now but I'm so torn between the 4th gen. RC36-2 and the 5th gen. It literally robs me of my sleep. I just can't decide. I love the retro "testarossa" look of the 4th gen much better than the looks of the 5th gen, but the 5th seems to be a better bike in general. Fuel injected, lighter, narrower seat (I'm not very tall), more power, etc. I'm not so sure about the linked braking though. I honestly don't know which one to buy :(
Thank you sir! Having owned and loved both, I have some thoughts on the matter...
Being on the shorter side myself, I found the 4th gen lighter and more nimble. It somehow feels more... special. I know for a fact I'll never sell it, unless I physically don't have space for it.
The 5th gen is a great bike and I had lots of great times on it but the ride itself was a little muted. Feels a little bigger, slightly more torque and the throttle response for blipping the accelerator was great, but less power and agility overall. Less of a sense of occasion if that makes any sense? The linked brakes never bothered me though, not even on sandy patches. The rear brake gets the brunt of the pressure when using the rear brake.
The truth of the matter is the best one between the two depends on which bike's in better shape when you physically buy it. (and then the 750f2 will be cheaper.) Parked next to each other in same condition for the same price however, I'd ride off on the 750 f2. Carbs are fine if you fire the bike up once in a while... haven't had any issues the last 5 years.
The prices for the 4th gen are also outrageously low right now, if money is a factor. Probably a victim of it's own success as there's still a fair amount of them around.
I think I've figured it out... the 750f2 draws me back to the days when the VFR was a race bike (Rc30), but this one's got touring ergonomics. With the 5th gen they split up their stable, with the RC51 and CBR getting the handling / fun side and the VFR being focused more towards touring.
@@counter-steer Thank you for your assessment! Money is of course also a factor for me. the 5th gens are aprox. a third more expensive in similar condition to the 4th. I am from Austria and I love touring on twisty mountain roads. My current bike, a CB500, is grate in its own way, but just can't deliver the torque for the tight uphill turns. It was always a bit of a struggle, trying to keep up with my friends who ride more capable bikes. It is just not siuted for touring. I'm keeping it as a daily driver but need something else for the long days in the saddle and the occasional miles on the highway. Now that i red your reply, I'm drawn to the torque and throttle response of the 800 but also to the nimbleness of the 750. I know my way around the mechanics of a classical motorcycle. Never had to pay a mechanic, besides for changing the tires. I know how to clean carbs, but can't really say that I enjoy it in particular...Well, you gave me something to think about. Oh boy,...another sleepless night awaits me...
@@counter-steer Just red your second comment...thank you! The RC36-2 would be the best of both worlds, so to speak. I just don't really quite understand, how the 5th can be lighter, have more power, but seem bigger and less nimble at the same time? Is it the suspension or the geometry and seating position?
I hear you… weight’s technically the same but the body’s quite a bit wider on the 800 because of the dual side radiators. The power delivery, has more horses but feels more linear with the injectors. It’s hard to explain why to be honest but it feels slower. Maybe in the same way a Blackbird seems slow at high speeds because there’s very little drama and the power curve is… for lack of a better word, linear. Like slowly cooking a lobster as opposed to coming out of a air-conditioned hotel in Vegas and getting hit in the face with 100 degrees ;p
Talking about the 800 made me miss it now, you honestly can’t go wrong either way :) Find the best example you can. Or buy both!
Great video 👍🏻
Thanks dude! Itching to get out there again... the bike's 25 years old this year so I just applied for "collector" plates which means cheap & year round insurance!
What a true legend! Wow! Envy. It is a pity that you always had to shift down while revving to obey the 60 speed limit :-) V4ever
Thanks! Yeah I had to just let the clutch slip for effect to create the illusion of speed... sounds pretty believable too ;)
Gen 4 is The One. ❤🔥
Same here… love it!
I like the speedo: "60 kph" hahaha
It’s approximately accurate!
Nice roads up there, chap!
Yeah, more bears than people in these parts. They say if you whistle while riding you won’t hit any!
Great video ! What is soundtrack you used please ? Il really fits to the vfr heroe style !!!
Thanks man! I was shooting for over the top drama but it ended up being just enough ;p I'm making these in the winter to tie me over 'till riding season... working on a rebuild vid for the Fireblade now. The soundtrack comes from an online stock site. There's a couple of them out there and their prices are pretty good.
Countersteer thanks for your fast feedback ! When I was young, the first time I met a VFR was the red vfr carat (the red and white one). Still in my mind ! The sound of thé motor/exhaust is just... amazing ! Good luck for the Fireblade and ride safe ! Do you have the address of the website please (I also would like to be a heroe :). ). Thanks !!
I got this track from audiojungle, it's by a fella that calls himself Peanut Sound. here's a link: audiojungle.net/item/suspense-trailer/23220479
Countersteer Many thanks for your return and again, congrats for the video !
i just bought one!
Right on! (Ride on)
@@counter-steer thanks buddy
Awesome, is that somewhere close to Lion's Bay, near Vancouver?
Thanks Jim! Close enough... you can see the mainland from here on a clear day.
Sechelt, B.C.
Great vid!! Incred sound!! I had an ‘86 500 interceptor which looked great but did not have anything close to this sound. Also, can u please let me know what music this is?? Thanks🙏🏽
Thanks Justin! The 500 interceptors are great bikes man. I got the music from audiojungle, it's by a fella that calls himself Peanut Sound. here's a link: audiojungle.net/item/suspense-trailer/23220479
we own a 93 vfr 750 and for a first bike after getting my license is not to bad!!!
First time lucky! Great bike to live with for sure
@@counter-steer for sure!!
The sound, the easy and smooth riding. Love it!
please repost w/o that hideous music...vfr audio only
I hear ya! I uploaded this for a buddy initially, was poking fun with the overly dramatic music... I’ll have to re-cut it one day
is this the original exhaust?
You betcha! Came with the bike in ‘95
@@counter-steer thanks for your quick reply. That sound is incredible, no need foor 3rd party mufflery!!! Cheers
Pls send a link for music,i want it,thx !
Hey man, it’s paid for content from audiojungle.net. If you’re willing to pay I can find the name for ya
@@counter-steer if u have time,but i tried and didnt found :( no problem
No problemo, here you go! audiojungle.net/item/suspense-trailer/23220479
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Better without music…
Ask and you shall receive! Just re-cut this one with better audio…
The music is so annoying
Ask and you shall receive! Just re-cut this one with better audio…