Getting Re-acquainted with the 750

This thread is a rip off of the one I just did for the 500, but the 500 is back in storage and it was time to pull the 750 out and get it going again.

It's been in storage for the last 6+ years and I always store my bikes dry. To get it running, it needed a battery, then the fuel pump was sticking and finally carb #3 was leaking fuel once I put gas in it. Thanks to great advice from crustyrider and squirrelman, I waited a day to let the o-ring seal back up and the problem ended up fixing itself.

I've only got about 160 miles on the bike so far, but I'm surprised how good it's running after being idle for so long. It feels like a new bike. The exhaust note on this bike with the stock exhaust is just awesome compared to my 6th Gen. It is much louder and has a more pronounced growl to it. Also, the gear whine is fantastic. My R has the gear driven cams as well, but the sound is not nearly as prominent as it is on the 750. The gear whine is definitely something I miss on the 800.

The last time I rode this bike in late 2004, I did not yet own my 800. This next statement might raise some eyebrows, but now that I'm riding them back-to-back, I can say that I think they feel very similar as far as the ergonomics, handling and motor goes. Except for the brakes, I notice very little difference between the two. I think this is the case because I am just an average rider. On my 6th Gen, I leave about a 1/4" worth of chicken strips on either side, so you can see that I am not a knee dragger. My roots are in the dirt. I am a much better rider in the dirt than I am on the street.

The 800 does have a little more motor to it, but not much. The handling too is a little better, but for me, the brakes are the biggest difference. If I was a better rider, then maybe the 750 would feel outdated, but it really doesn't. For a 25 year old bike, I don't feel that I can truly push the bike to it's limits. I am actually holding it back.

The riding season here in NY is winding down and it's tough to get past early November, so I think I'll switch off between the 750 and 800 for the rest of the season. It's feel good to get this classic running again.

 

That's a great read bro- Nothing like reliving that feeling after a few years off of a loved machine! I just can't believe you ride anything other than that 1000R!:drool::drool::drool:

 

@82nd: The 1000R is a beast compared to any VFR. To the tune of 140 lbs heavier! That's mostly why I sold mine and bought the VFR. For my bones the VFR is a LOT more comfortable too.

Good to hear you got the VFR back on the road lad!

 

@Foothill- I just started reading up on the 1000r's the other day when I caught the pic Hopit88 has in his avatar. I realize now that that one is probably heavily modded, but there's just something about an old bike in all minty/pretty condition that gets me every time. Probably why I bought my 700... Some old bikes are just old bikes, but others are just awesome. Sry to hear yours didnt "do it" for you. They look like somethin special.

 

They definitely look special, and draw a crowd whenever you stop! I just unfortunately can't afford to have more than one 'sporty' bike, and wanted one I could feel really comfortable on. My 750 draws as much attention as the 1000R did, as far as that goes.

Don't get me wrong, the 1000R is a special machine. It's even fun to ride - for a short run of twisties. I think Stewartj239 will probably agree the VFR is a better all-rounder.

 

82nd, Foothill, both of you are right in your comments. I'll start off by saying that the R is my favorite bike of the bunch. It is a rare specimen especially in nice shape. It has an awesome low and mid-range motor and is a magnet for attention wherever I take it. On the other hand, the 750 is a WAY more capable bike in every other department. Riding the R takes some work because it is BIG and HEAVY where the 750 just flows. I love them both, but the R has more appeal to me. My R only has 3600 miles on it, so I am trying to keep the miles off of it, but it isn't easy!

 

Thanks for the write up. That 750 looks pristine. I like that you haven't modified it. Or at least it looks unmodified. (Is it?)

Way freakin' cool!

 

Sweet looking RWB!!

 

Thanks. Other than the front turn signals, the bike is 100% stock. That is how I like them - as close to original as possible. Even so, it is a great ride and still a very competent motorcycle. It is pretty pristine. You can never get back to showroom condition, but it is like new. You'd be hard pressed to find a blemish on it. I'm trying to keep it that way.