I just picked up a 2007 Red VFR ABS 0 miles. I rolled it off the truck and rode around it the block last night after driving 800 miles. I still can't beleive I have a "real bike". It's quite a jump from the 1977 CB550 i've been riding. Any break-in tips?
I would just keep the RPM's below 8-9K for the first 300 miles or so and try to avoid sudden burst of acceleration or deceleration. After the first 300-500 miles I would immediately change the stock oil and filter. If you want to see a big difference in handling you should also consider dumping the stock tires for something a little better such as Michelin Pilot Road 2, Continental Road Attacks, Avon Storms, or some Pirellis. Oh one more thing....The 2007 in Candy Dark Red is a great looking bike!! How about posting some pics of your new baby for all of us to enjoy. Congrats on your purchase and welcome to the family!!! Regards, Rollin
Sorry you'll have to pry it from my dead hands 1st. Just did my 1st ride, 60 miles, taking it easy was hard. I expected it go better than anything I have ever owned, but I amazed how it stops! Does the stock oil drain plug have a magnet?
Don't think it has a magnet. Congrats on the new bike! I just picked up my 07 RWB a couple weeks ago, and I agree the hardest part is trying to take it easy during the break in. The owners manual basically says, avoid rapid acceleration for the first 300 miles.... So I wouldn't sweat it too much. I changed my oil and filter at 500 and then 1000miles. I really started riding after the first oil change. Enjoy!
After reading way too much about break in. It seems the advice ranges from beat the piss out of it like you stole it..... to baby it for 1st 10,000 miles changing the oil every 100. I think I'll use the manual as a guidline. Thanks for the welcomes. I'm outside of Albany NY, anyone in the area?
Congratulations on an awesome purchase. Life as you knew it has ceased to exist, as you are now in the VFR ether. Welcome aboard fellow VFR addict.
:thumbsup:Congrats and welcome aboard. Much of the above on the break in and getting to know your new ride. Enjoy the limits of the oem rubber for what they are planning better replacements to suit your riding style. You probably chose the VFR realizing that it's not all about track days so a dual compound like the Mich-PR2 will make you happy. Considering the $$thousands you saved by buying a practical ST, you'll later come to realize that the added expense of a legit rear shock (at least 4 to choose from these days) and stiffer front springs will further enhance to your personal ride taste. (Unless of course you weigh in at the ideal 150-160lbs for the oem system). In short, if you plan to keep it for a while, and do like the sporty side of VFR's for carving, save your farkle monies and start with the suspension. Then go for the sound...:thumbsup:
I just came back from another ride. I am just so amazed this bike. I'm sure it has alot to do with my experience. I've had a long list of 70's standards for the last 20 years. Even so, I can't help but think the VFR is something special. Does anybody out there also own a CBR, GSX on the sport side or a FJR, ST on the touring side? How does it compare?
Welcome! I had a 2007 CBR 1000 RR. Bought it new and did the break-in. It was a beast! The VFR does not compare to the 1000's acceleration - in any gear. But the CBR was built for a totally different purpose. Since I don't ride like I stole it, it was useless 90% of the time. Then I started going on 5-6 hour rides with a small group. After two hours I was done. I sold the CBR after six months. I did considered heli bars and a number of other mods to make it more comfortable. I then went 180 degrees and got a VTX 1800 F. I sold that after six months because I got tired of scraping pegs. My neighbor talked me into the VFR (he put 110k on his, sold it to a friend two years ago - still on the road). After six months, I have not gotten the itch for another bike. My dealer is disappointed that he ordered this bike from me. I occasionally get the itch for the CBR power. Another CBR may be a second bik one day. As you've probably read a 100 times here, the VFR is one of the best balanced bikes. No regrets. Its a great machine. Just modded the exhaust and ordered a Corbin seat (with the backrest for my wife). Being willing to spend that kind of money on a saddle is out of character for me. I plan to have the bike for a while....
Everytime someone posts up about there first ride on there new bike, I get excited too!. I'm happy knowing that they're the same fun and excitment I had when I got mine.
I'm tickled every time I fire up my old '94. My screen name speaks volumes and it's how I feel every time I ride it. I grin so much my cheeks hurt. Welcome aboard!
