If you had to choose...
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If you had to choose...
Hey if you had a choice between a 2005 RC51 and a 2005 VFR800(actually i think the 2006 has that sweet matte black so maybe that one) which would you go with? all things and possible aspects considered.
I am slightly torn based on gas range and comfort which leans me towards the VFR. then again the fun factor, power and sound of the twin leans me back to the RC51
anyway, lend me your thoughts...a wierd 2 bikes to compare but those are my current choices if i sell the Superhawk
I am slightly torn based on gas range and comfort which leans me towards the VFR. then again the fun factor, power and sound of the twin leans me back to the RC51
anyway, lend me your thoughts...a wierd 2 bikes to compare but those are my current choices if i sell the Superhawk
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Sportbike or a touring. I would go with the RC51 much cooler and fun bike.
Put i like this a RC51 makes you look like this
on a vfr you look like this 
I like the feeling of horns poking the inside of my helmet.
Put i like this a RC51 makes you look like this
on a vfr you look like this I like the feeling of horns poking the inside of my helmet.
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Have to know a lot more. to even make a guess,, and still at that point,, it's our guess on what we would want.
Ask your self.
How are you going to ride the bike?
Where?
All weather?
Trips? If so, long distance (multi day) short dist
How do you feel when riding in an aggressive position? Sore? tired
Answer those kind of questions honestly, and I think you'll be able to decide on a bike.
Personally, I'd buy/ride the RC51, But for me, street bikes are toys, not transportation.
Ask your self.
How are you going to ride the bike?
Where?
All weather?
Trips? If so, long distance (multi day) short dist
How do you feel when riding in an aggressive position? Sore? tired
Answer those kind of questions honestly, and I think you'll be able to decide on a bike.
Personally, I'd buy/ride the RC51, But for me, street bikes are toys, not transportation.
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It you have to ride an hour or so to get to the good roads, or if your into sport touring, then the VFR is a better choice.
My pal, who has 2 RC51s (1 street & 1 track) and a couple other bikes (sigh) says it's a torture rack for distances. Heard the same from others. 'Course there's always Heli-bars, or some such.
My pal, who has 2 RC51s (1 street & 1 track) and a couple other bikes (sigh) says it's a torture rack for distances. Heard the same from others. 'Course there's always Heli-bars, or some such.
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Originally Posted by Hawkrider
As your only bike, you should pick the VFR. If you're adding to the stable then the RC51.
I love both bikes, but my friend used to have an RC and he said for a daily rider it was terrible in stop and go traffic because of the heat from the radiators.
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Originally Posted by SillyHawk
Hey if you had a choice between a 2005 RC51 and a 2005 VFR800(actually i think the 2006 has that sweet matte black so maybe that one) which would you go with? all things and possible aspects considered.
I am slightly torn based on gas range and comfort which leans me towards the VFR. then again the fun factor, power and sound of the twin leans me back to the RC51
anyway, lend me your thoughts...a wierd 2 bikes to compare but those are my current choices if i sell the Superhawk
I am slightly torn based on gas range and comfort which leans me towards the VFR. then again the fun factor, power and sound of the twin leans me back to the RC51
anyway, lend me your thoughts...a wierd 2 bikes to compare but those are my current choices if i sell the Superhawk
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i used to have a 95 VFR750 up until i bought the superhawk and i DO miss the fuel range! i always wanted to get a new Interceptor but i dont know much about the VTEC and why people seem to dislike it. the VFR is still a top rated bike year after year
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Originally Posted by SillyHawk
i used to have a 95 VFR750 up until i bought the superhawk and i DO miss the fuel range! i always wanted to get a new Interceptor but i dont know much about the VTEC and why people seem to dislike it. the VFR is still a top rated bike year after year
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Every now and then I think the gas( bad pun alert) might be greener on the other side of the clip ons so I swapped out for Speigler risers and handle bars which are way cool for some kinds of riding but I miss the clip ons other days. All in all, I want a 51( or a really cheap but well cared for 916 Ducati with low miles and no track days) and a VTR set like my current one, i.e., Spieglers and a little suspension work. Oh, I forgot, and Suzuki dr 650. And...
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Take the RC51. If you want a V4 go get an old V65 magna sabre, or an old VFR1000. RC51's are incredable! I wouldent trade my 996 hawk for one, due to comfort but damn if I would love to have one. my friend has one that I have ridden a bunch and its ruff on the wrists but thats the last thing on my mind when ridding.
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Well SillyHawk I was in the EXACT same scenario with you. I, however, have had a VTEC, along with 3 VF's and 2 VFR's over the years, but never an RC so I really wanted one of those next. My plan would be to try "tame" it down for better distance riding manners and leave the rest alone.
But.... whenever I would look around on the market, my searches would typically end up looking a VFR's again. You know where this is going!
Meet Mr. VTEC part deux. Another "unwanted" stray has found it's way into my garage. Needs a tank and some other bits to be perfect again.
:-) :-)
But.... whenever I would look around on the market, my searches would typically end up looking a VFR's again. You know where this is going!
Meet Mr. VTEC part deux. Another "unwanted" stray has found it's way into my garage. Needs a tank and some other bits to be perfect again.
:-) :-)
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