Looking at used 2002 -2003 VFR 800 - Hints?

Hello,

I am going on Saturday to look at a number of used (very low mileage) VFRs, 2 x 2002 and 2 x 2003.

Apart from all the things I would look for on any used bike (or vehicle) are there any model specific weaknesses or wear factors that I should be looking for? I am going to get any finalist checked out at a trusted shop anyway, but I am looking for any hints that can help me narrow the field a bit.

i am comfortable with the used prices structure up here, and the value of the accessories (two have the Hondaline luggage), so it is really just any further hints.

Thanks in advance.

John

 

There should be nothing wrong. The Hondas are so well built nothing should be falling off. If there's oil leaking, leaky fork seals or anything then they beat the hell out of thier bike.

I don't think there's really anything about the VFR that stands out that would need to be looked at.

 

thanks,

John

 

pm_wizard,

Check an earlier post titled "Current recalls for 2002 vfr? Where to find them?
http://vfrworld.com/forums/sixth-ge...current-recalls-2002-vfr-where-find-them.html

On certain 2002 models (non abs) there was a subframe issue recall, and a product update with the alternater.

I was looking at a 2002 and just took the VIN to the local Honda dealer and the looked up and verified these items were taken care of.

Hope this helpsl
Mike

 

Thanks Mike, that is very helpful.

John

 

go with an 02

i have read great things about the 5th Gen VFR's (98-02) or is it 01 ?? Also they still have the wonderful sounding gear driven cams:biggrin:

 

Don't ever buy a used bike unless you can verify it's maintenance history OR... are capable of kicking the sh$t out of the seller/previous owner.

KC-10 FE out...

 

5th Gen Ver 1 is 97-99, Ver 2 is 00-01.

Link Below is to a good Review on buying a used VFR800 ( 5th Gen )

http://tinyurl.com/j5xv8