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Originally Posted by billybiker' date='Jan 15 2009, 11:27 AM
Oh
I like that!
Is it 1200cc
I like that!
Is it 1200cc
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=6gJT8MNuG9g
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Originally Posted by san2000' date='Jan 15 2009, 11:56 AM
Looks nice.
Will be good to hear a report on it.
Are they not USD forks? Or am I looking at the wrong bit?
Will be good to hear a report on it.
Are they not USD forks? Or am I looking at the wrong bit?
For the full technical explanation look here:
http://www.dinamoto.it/DINAMOTO/on-line%20.../Telelever.html
The bottom line is that you can brake as hard as you like and the front will only dip slightly. On a conventionally sprung bike the front end would dive.
The other advantage is that you can brake mid corner and the bike doesn't want to sit up straight.
The KS uses a similar arrangement based on the suspension designed by Gordon Hossack.
See here:
http://www.hossack-design.co.uk/php/page.php?p=1
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Guys - just popped up on this thread as a 'newbie'.......I'm in the process of trying to book my DA for early March (although tricky with the new test coming in).
I've been scouting round thinking about what bike to get after I've passed my test. I'm really interested in riding a bike for touring purposes, getting the wife on the back and properly going places.
I've always had a soft spot for VFR's and the new one looks lovely (as evidenced by your guys pics above). Question is, do you think it's good bike for beginners?
I've heard mixed messages...........I'm a reasonably sensible guy and wouldn't be winding it up until I was completely comfortable and done a bit more advanced training and time behind the wheel. But in your opinion would I just be lining myself up for suicide?
I've been scouting round thinking about what bike to get after I've passed my test. I'm really interested in riding a bike for touring purposes, getting the wife on the back and properly going places.
I've always had a soft spot for VFR's and the new one looks lovely (as evidenced by your guys pics above). Question is, do you think it's good bike for beginners?
I've heard mixed messages...........I'm a reasonably sensible guy and wouldn't be winding it up until I was completely comfortable and done a bit more advanced training and time behind the wheel. But in your opinion would I just be lining myself up for suicide?
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Originally Posted by Spuffington' date='Jan 15 2009, 02:52 PM
I've always had a soft spot for VFR's and the new one looks lovely (as evidenced by your guys pics above). Question is, do you think it's good bike for beginners?
I've heard mixed messages...........I'm a reasonably sensible guy and wouldn't be winding it up until I was completely comfortable and done a bit more advanced training and time behind the wheel. But in your opinion would I just be lining myself up for suicide?
I would just avoid the more extreme sports bikes like Gixxer Thou's R1's, Blades and ZX 10s. IMO these are really only suited to the track.
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Or do like I did and buy a real tourer (tractor) that you can't drive too fast coz you are sat too high
My first (real) bike ...
I really must learn how to take decent pictures
My first (real) bike ...
I really must learn how to take decent pictures
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Originally Posted by Spuffington' date='Jan 15 2009, 06:52 AM
Guys - just popped up on this thread as a 'newbie'.......I'm in the process of trying to book my DA for early March (although tricky with the new test coming in).
I've been scouting round thinking about what bike to get after I've passed my test. I'm really interested in riding a bike for touring purposes, getting the wife on the back and properly going places.
I've always had a soft spot for VFR's and the new one looks lovely (as evidenced by your guys pics above). Question is, do you think it's good bike for beginners?
I've heard mixed messages...........I'm a reasonably sensible guy and wouldn't be winding it up until I was completely comfortable and done a bit more advanced training and time behind the wheel. But in your opinion would I just be lining myself up for suicide?
I've been scouting round thinking about what bike to get after I've passed my test. I'm really interested in riding a bike for touring purposes, getting the wife on the back and properly going places.
I've always had a soft spot for VFR's and the new one looks lovely (as evidenced by your guys pics above). Question is, do you think it's good bike for beginners?
I've heard mixed messages...........I'm a reasonably sensible guy and wouldn't be winding it up until I was completely comfortable and done a bit more advanced training and time behind the wheel. But in your opinion would I just be lining myself up for suicide?
Like you, I did DA (couple of years ago now) and did consider a VFR800(Fi) before eventually deciding on a Triumph TT600. The reason for this was not because the VFR was too powerful - straight line speed is comparable with a 600 - the main reason was the weight.
A VFR tips the scales at around 240/250kg fully fuelled up - a 600cc bike is around 180/190kg, which is a big difference. If you're not used to manhandling a stationery bike, the VFR could easily catch you out IMO.
Saying that, if you're a big bloke who is fairly careful and competent you should be fine with the VFR, but something like a CBF600 may be more suitable as it is lighter and more manageable, although it may sturggle 2 up with luggage.
Best bet? Get down to a Honda dealer and try a CBF600 and a VFR800 out for size - both are current models, so should have demo bikes or used ones you can try.
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Originally Posted by Fletch' date='Jan 15 2009, 04:18 PM
Or do like I did and buy a real tourer (tractor) that you can't drive too fast coz you are sat too high
My first (real) bike ...
I really must learn how to take decent pictures
My first (real) bike ...
I really must learn how to take decent pictures