Hey all, I am a new rider with a question. I passed the msf and got my m1. I got all my gear as well. I was wondering if you thought a 1995 vfr 750 would be a good first bike. A guy is selling his in my neighborhood which it would be very convenient for me as I would not have to worry about transporting it. It has 34k miles, and I can probably get it for like $2400. I like the price and convenience factor, and the bike looks good. I am also considering a 2004 ninja 500 for around the same price. I am also looking at used kawi 650rs and a used honda 599, but those are a little more expensive. What's your general consensus? Oh, I am 32 and 5'11 180 lbs if that helps. Thanks!
First of all wellcome! My first bike was a VFR750 (Rc36II) and i still own her...if you ride safe and you are a cautious guy i think you will not have problems. the bike it's heavy when manouvering, but if you have it balanced it represents no problem. Considering the other options i would choose the viffer, its a really nice bike and its really reliable.
For the most part people say the VFR is not the best first bike due to its' size and power. However, if you are aware of this and do not get crazy with her, she will treat you well for many years. I started riding at 36 and the VFR is my second bike. Like I said, respect her and she will treat you well.
Thanks for the advice. I realized it was going to be a heavier and more powerful bike than my other options. I wanted to know how that would affect low speed maneuvering. I want to practice the MSF stuff in a lot before I hit the streets. I hear the maintenance for the vfr can be quite challenging. Here's a stupid question, the seller said he replaced the R/R with a stock honda R/R. What's an R/R?
regulator/rectifier-it helps control the flow and use of electricity produced by the motor and stored in the battery The VFR has had problems with them over heating and burning things out.
I don't recommend the VFR as a first bike for a new rider because it is a heavy bike that is not easy to work on and the plastic is expensive to replace. The advantage to buying a VFR is that the engine is solid and dependable and will last you for many more years. The price you quoted seems to be pretty good and you won't outgrow the bike anytime soon. Regards, Rollin
