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vfr 800
hey everyone over the last year ive rode my friends '05 R1 and '99 VFR 800. he wants to sell the VFR to me for 2500. its got a new paint job but has 60000 miles!! should i buy this bike and would it be a nice starter bike?
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VFR's are really good bikes, and the engines do last, but at 60K miles, I would probably give him between 2k-2.5k for it. I got my 94 VFR for $2500, but with 20k miles. (It wasn't running, but that was an easy fix).
Lots of VFR's go into the 100's, just make sure your valves are in spec.
EDIT: I noticed you just asked if this would be a nice starter bike..
I really wouldn't consider it a good first bike. It has a lot of power, and it weighs over 500lbs. It is a fantastic second bike.
The VFR800 has about 100hp to the rear wheels... definitely not a traditional beginner bike spec. (Not from asking people at this site anyway).
If you have spent time on the bike, as well as his R1, you will probably be ok as long as you are really responsible and watch your throttle hand... but no one can really answer that question except you.
Lots of VFR's go into the 100's, just make sure your valves are in spec.
EDIT: I noticed you just asked if this would be a nice starter bike..
I really wouldn't consider it a good first bike. It has a lot of power, and it weighs over 500lbs. It is a fantastic second bike.
The VFR800 has about 100hp to the rear wheels... definitely not a traditional beginner bike spec. (Not from asking people at this site anyway).
If you have spent time on the bike, as well as his R1, you will probably be ok as long as you are really responsible and watch your throttle hand... but no one can really answer that question except you.
2008 BMW K1200S
2003 Z1000 - For Sale
1979 KZ650B - Work in progress
2005 Ducati SS 1000DS - sold :'(
1994 VFR750 Interceptor - sold
1984 VF700F Interceptor - sold
2004 Hyosung GV250 - sold
2003 Z1000 - For Sale
1979 KZ650B - Work in progress
2005 Ducati SS 1000DS - sold :'(
1994 VFR750 Interceptor - sold
1984 VF700F Interceptor - sold
2004 Hyosung GV250 - sold
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Good deal? Depends on how well its been looked after, regular oil changes, etc.
I would pass on it for a first bike. A Ninja 500 or GS500 is a better choice.
Have you checked insurance for different models??? That may help you make up your mind!
I would pass on it for a first bike. A Ninja 500 or GS500 is a better choice.
Have you checked insurance for different models??? That may help you make up your mind!
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2004 GS500F (girlfriends)
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