Since I'm new to the VFR scene I find some really good info on this thread and I like changing my own oil; however, when I had the local Honda...
I haven't rode any generation but the eight and I do like that I can sit straight up on it at an time and there is plenty of room to move around...
Just to give you somewhat of a price guide...i bought a 4900 mile Gen 8 deluxe with bar risers, frame sliders ($6200), added: new z8's, Shad...
Put new Z8's on and changed the oil.
I believe the SH36 system is the only one that will fit the gen 8. the top case is the SH39. Bought the bags on eBay from a german company, then...
I have a gen 8 dlx with the honda risers. I have never had any wrist, back, or neck pain riding this bike for up to 7 hrs. I am conscience not...
Spotted a 25th anniversary on Hwy 90, near Poplar SC around noon today--who are you?
The honda bags may look better to some but the are twice the price and I only use the panniers as a tool for travel. I like the looks of the Shad...
Here's how they look in white: [ATTACH]
I put a Shad system on my 2014, mostly because i'm cheap and got the whole set for ~$750, using eBay. I haven't used them yet but planning a long...
Welcome Stewen from another noob on forum with a gen 8. BTW I am so envious of the roads you have to ride. Done them in a car but always longed...
Nice video....my new to me 2014 came with the risers on and I've never ridden the bike without them and I'm very confortable with them. It will...
Added the top case today to complete set[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] :
No problems mounting, but haven't traveled yet, i just received the top rack mount ($132) and the Shad SH39 ($118) is on its way. I do not...
If valve check hasn't been done on 06 then call your local mechanic and get a price, should be taken into consideration if you care about such....
still places on eBay with the bags and mount for ~$400-450...I wanted the Honda bags but these will do and saves me a few $, as I'll only use them...
I paid $82.32 for used mount on eBay and $341.07 for Shad SH36 bags from eBay (new from company in Germany), for a total of $423.39--all prices...
Better pics...learning curve here: [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
At the moment I prefer small spot tourers; however, I could absolutely see owning one of these.--maybe after I wear out the VFR. I believe Honda...
5'11' inseam 30-31 (long torso, short legs), current weight 195, age 63
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