Harley Davidson V-Rod Kicks Ass! (V-Rod vs VFR)

I am the happy owner of a 2002 VFR....but the V-Rod has always caught my eye, and interest. A couple weeks ago I rented a black '08 model for the weekend. It had gobs of torque, surprisingly good predictable handling, an addictive stock exhaust note, ABS brakes...and probably turned more heads than my Honda.
Needless to say I am now considering selling my VFR and buying one of these modern looking sporty cruisers. I am a "motorcycle" enthusiast- not just VFR...and I am looking for feedback (HD haters, HD riders, knowledgable interesting comments, etc.) as to (1)whether or not I should buy one of these new VRODS? (2) wait for a new VFR 1000 (who knows how long?!)

 

Don't listen to other folks here do what makes YOU happy.

 

don't be a cheapskate, keep the VFR, and get a Street Rod instead of a V-Rod.

 

I would never buy a V-Rod because it doesn't suit the type of motorcycling I like to do. If you want to buy one, I say go for it! So many bikes, so little time!

 

I hear you man. I am the happy owner of a 2000 VFR and am also interested in said V-ROD. Do what you have to do. Maybe you can have both? If you have time can you give more specifics on the ride/handling feel/torque/sound. I am interested having never had the opportunity to ride one. You can send a PM if you don't want to reply in general forum. Good luck.

 

that is what makes it all spin .i tried a vrod,rode about 30 minutes and had to have my 98 back.guess i will wait for the vfr 1000

 

The V-rod looks good... very good. But I wouldn't get one.
I only see me getting a newer VFR.

 

Honda Rune:


Honda Rune > V-Rod anyday.

 

dude the street rods are bad ass by it and keep the viffer:hitit:

 

I believe there is 4 versions of the V-Rod, (cruiser, canyons, Drag racing, & Bagger). & the Canyon type model handles pretty good, but would need long straights or sweepers to keep up with even a 6th gen VFR.

The drag model is the fastest 1/4 mile production bike made, yes faster in the 1/4 than the Hayabusa & the ZX14 :bootyshake2:


Keep the VFR & get the V-Rod, never hurts to have more than one bike/style in the stable :tongue:

But I wouldn't know anything about that :wink:

 

The Night Rod Special is a bad ass machine. I've been lusting after one of those for almost 2 years now. If you have interest in any of the V-Rods then check out 1130cc.com. That forum is dedicated to the V Rod.

It would be worth your time to check it out.

 

Two Different Worlds & I need Both. My Bikes

 

The Drag Model Is Not Faster than the Busa Or the GXSR 1000 or the R1 Or the Honda CBR 1000 ect and it has a slick and wheelie bars. I own a Harley and it my oppinion that if you are looking for one to be the best in anything you need to look somewhere else. If your looking for a solid, cool machine to play with and throw cool parts at, nothing better. I love Mine, the thing is bullet proof and fun to ride and play with.

 

Anikin, dont go to the dark side... but if you do, on the way back stop by the pet store and pick up plenty of kitty litter for the garage floor!

 

:smile: That is really funny but so not tru anymore. Great one

 

i would certainly consider the V ROD TO replace my VN900 next.

i like the sound of 'gobs of power' and dont mind the styling also.

i was interested to note the comments reg mentioned on dropping resale values so will have to see if there is a trickle down effect as far away
as this side of the world.

you've always gotta ride what lights your fire! :flame: