How many miles

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  1. FattyVFR

    FattyVFR New Member

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    is too many for a used 5th gen?
    I'm considering purchasing a used VFR in the 2000 range (I think this is 5th gen). I currently ride an SV650S. Right now I have a problem with the peg height. I have a hard time getting up on the pegs with my big gut (I know, I know, lose it right) Do you think I'd have less of a hard time on a VFR? the same? worse?

    Also, If anyone can compare the ergos between the two, I'd appreciate it.

    Thanks in advance

    Fatty
     
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  2. mello dude

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    Hey Fatty,
    The ergos on the 4th,then 5th,then 6th moved just a little more upright each generation with the 6th being the most upright. (I have much seat time in all 3). My guess is if the SV650S is the bike with the clip-ons the 4th gen VFR will be close to that, the 5th will be a little more upright and the 6th next. My suggestion is if you have a good beer gut - look at one of the newer naked bikes for a more upright position. Or just get a standard SV650.
    OR maybe a 6th gen would be ok. or hit the gym.... (sorry)
     
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    I agree with mello on this one, but I have heard of 250+ lb guys who ride VFRs without too much trouble. Usually they add a set of heli bars to make it even more upright I think. The bike definitely has enough power to haul the weight, but you know what they say, the easiest weight to lose on a bike comes from the rider.
     
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    There are several VFRs here in Australia with over 200,000km. A courier in the U.K. has done ~800,000 miles. (two engines)

    Provided regular servicing has been done the engine is virtually bomb proof.

    Only real weak point is the voltage regulator/rectifier.
     
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    My bike has done 70,000 kilometers mostly highway with no commuting .I tested an SV650S and found it less comfy than the Viffer but not by much but it lacked the VFR grunt by a country mile .
     
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