The Incredible History of the Honda VFR

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@HeroRR 5 лет назад

Overwhelmed by the amount of support I've received from this video. It seems everyone wants to see a CBR history video next, well let me know that by liking this video! I'll begin doing some research now :)

@ExploratoryBehaviour 5 лет назад

I subscribed a long time ago... I have liked your content ever since I watched your channel for the first time ... All the best!!!

@juicerides1157 5 лет назад

Fireblade video for sure

@TheWolvesCurse 5 лет назад

i'd love to see that, as i'm about to buy a CBR900RR SC44. But there's a 750cc VFR RC36 on offer that makes me think twice about my wish for the Fireblade.

@raihanalrazni4696 5 лет назад

Yeahh do the cbr video

@anthonyspanjich2772 5 лет назад

Fantastic review - well done. May I add a bit of trivia (as a long term Vfr nut). My first (Vf750f back at uni) was excellent. Fixed the chocolate cam and loved its firing order in particular - sort of vee twin like. It had one peculiar trait though? It would start reliably until the spark plugs got a bit older (not quite due for changes).... and then suddenly become almost impossible to start until you changed the plugs? I never worked out why and just changed the plugs? anyone else had that? Anyway, you missed one which I thought was the best one of that early era - the 1984 Vf1000r - here it is..... (at least we got it in Australia?). ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-H_b8El1zbyI.html Now this was niiiiiiice.... Utterly loved mine for ages but Aus dropped 1000 Vf's and I didn't like the VTEC 800 (+ wanted more power) - so went Honda Vtr for a few years until the Vfr1200f turned up. I've still got that one and here's what I think.... Heavy - yes but not bad at all. Brakes - phenomenal. Engine note - Ummm, they must have changed the firing order or something because now it sounds more like an inline 4 than the old ones (and even current Vfr800) that sound more "vee twin"? Excellent power though - but the exhaust note has lost its old character. Traction control...... DOESN'T HAVE IT - seriously Honda? Fuel tank size.... Bit more please Mr Honda.... Heat dissipation - Sheer brilliance - coolest bike I've ever ridden and the twin fairing sucks out hot air better than anything out there (big issue in Hot Aus). Overall - still love it but its like the orange haired adopted kid - the world didn't like it... whilst I think its styling is great? Once again - great review and try find that missing Vf1000r for a test ride. You'll love it

@timbill532 5 лет назад

There are so many bikes out there that are faster, lighter, more powerful and handle better. I would not trade my VFR for any of them! VFR forever!

@christianhodges685 5 лет назад

I'm shopping for a 6th or 8th gen right now. They have the best possible combination of practicality, sportiness, character, and reliability

@MrBoybergs 5 лет назад

I completely agree Tim :)

@SteveMuir 5 лет назад

Spot on Tim. I got my RC46 new in 2001 and will be riding it until I stop riding.

@tedtheturbot 5 лет назад

i grew up in the 80's...the VFR's were amazing..that and GPZ's..so many models i'd loved to have owned.

@metallicriffer 5 лет назад

Same here... I have a RC36-2 after having a RC36, and the more I try my mates' bikes the more I will keep my VFR !

@rgthomson100 4 года назад

Rode my VFR 800 from S France to N Scotland with only fuel stops 20 hour ride and i felt great, great bike

@SmartfoolGB 3 года назад

Exactly which parts of you felt great after 20 hours?

@wildbad 3 года назад

heroic performance, respect

@m0rph3u1st 5 лет назад

The last time I rode my RC46 was January 25th, 2019. I bought it brand new in 2001 and already had 124k km on it. Never had a single issue with her. Not a single one. Always serviced on time and never had anything missing in it. My top of the head responsibilities were gas, tires and eventually break pads. Of course, also had to change transmission. Same original muffler for 18 years and I never had any complaints about it. Before I left home, I remember thinking what a great bike I was lucky to have. 10 km after, some lady just jumped to my lane while I was riding in the main road and I had less than 5 seconds to think who should live to tell the story. Wheels blocked and I had to accept the choice of falling and avoiding collision. It was our goodbye after marvelous 18 years of true companionship. I'm still mourning her and now going through hell with the insurance company (I believe it's Hell's Outpost on Earth), but I ended up ordering the new VFR800F. I know I will end up comparing every thing and just point the defects of it, and that may sound unfair. Namely the engine, which seems a big change. Looking for the way it looks, it seems a modern version of mine. Well, I hope it lasts at least more 18 years. Thank you for your videos.

@johnnytopgun6414 5 лет назад

Almost the exact same story for me but it was my beloved zx9 carby. But good news i now have a nicely tuned 99 vfr800 in newly painted red. Still waiting on my insurance though after almost a year hope to add some more goodies to her. I think i may do a blog too

@ondago2 Год назад

Glad you were ok

@KRRoBot Год назад

The engine of the 1200f is underrated. It is legendary how they build it.

@garycochrane61 5 лет назад

I own a VFR 5th Gen RC46. Love it, never to be sold. Gear driven cams are awesome.

@SteveMuir 5 лет назад

Me too. Bought it new in 2002 (2001 build) on sale as the gen 6 had come out. What a bargain. 93000 km and only had to change the oil tyres chain and a few light bulbs (and on the quite the rectifier after 15 years)

@SamP0rterBridges 5 лет назад

I'm at 50k on a 98. I need to do the clutch, chain, sprockets and steering bearings. After that and a new rear shock from daugherty and it'll be like new.

@robbo1979 4 года назад

my daughter`s name is Gen

@haluks5322 5 лет назад

I've been the proud owner of a 1997 rc36 for ten and a half years now. Every time I contemplate getting another motorcycle I end up going off the idea when I get on my VFR the next morning. Currently 63k miles on the clock. Looking forward to the next 63k. Great video.

@jrgodoys 3 года назад

Honda VFR , one of the best motorcycles for sport tourism !

@woodyamsterdam 5 дней назад

I am so happy that I have bought a 1999 fifth gen 3 weeks ago. Best modern classics I have ever owned. Love the power delivery, the sound of the gear driven cams and of course that exhaust note! I bought it from the first owner who also happened to be the owner of the bike shop where I bought it, so it has been cared for very well and it shows.

@j.m.4416 3 года назад

I got my hands on a vfr 750 rc24 1988 two years ago. It was the first motorcycle I bought and the one I learned to ride on. I had only ridden a ktm duke 390 before which I rented a few times so I had nothing to really compare to. What astonished me while test riding the vfr before buying it, was how "agreeable" it was although it was much more powerful than the duke I rode before. It didn't feel theatening at all which I welcomed as a beginner, yet it sounded amazing. That is, until I took it to the swiss alps for the first time and started to learn how to properly corner. During a friendly race with a friend (who rode a R6) I got comfortable riding in the spectrum over 6000rpm and suddenly it felt like I was riding a different motorcycle. As you said, the handeling is amazing and the sound at high rpms is a revelation too. What stuck to was that it never feels like it tries to kill me, which I what I experienced riding a monster 900 (which of course has its charm because of that). I would never sell her and it hurts thinking back at the times I dropped her or even slid that one time out of a corner as a complete beginner, at the time not knowing what a gem I had because I got her for a ridiculous low price (less than 2k which is very little in Switzerland). Now I study mechanical engineering and I work constantly on her and try to keep her in the best shape I can. Thank you for the video, I love to see the lineage appreciated!

@jonwoodworker 5 лет назад

20 years later and I still love my '99 VFR. Not the best at anything but great at everything.

@familiegabelberger669 5 лет назад

You totally made my day with that video! I bought a 2nd gen VFR new when I was 21 in 1989 (in Germany) which I owned until I left he country for the U.S. in 2005. Best thing (not just motorbike) I've ever owned. Nothing compared to the incredible sound (I had Sebring exhausts), torque and power delivery, and it was so very reliable and versatile. I rode a friend's Yamaha FZ1000 of the same era thinking the extra horsepower would make the VFR feel disappointing. It didn't. The character of that early VFR is still unmatched to me. Big THANKS!

@keenosaabi4530 4 года назад

i feel like a very lucky man, having owned a '86 750 and a '98 800. i spent 10 years with the '86.... working to make it "better." that might have been the reason for my second divorce, the first one was blamed on a '68 norton road atlas. at 59 years young i bought the '98 slightly used from a guy who said his wife was scared to ride with him. since i was single i felt safe.....until i moved up to the north cascades national park. i never crashed the '98 but as my vision got worse, in 2013 i was blind in my left eye and lost my depth perception, which made setting up for curves impossible. after 2 eye surgeries my vision is good enough to get back on the road with '06 sv 650. i'll never get back to my past ridding level but at least, at 72 i'm back up on 2 wheels and fully loving life. thanks for the history of a truly great motorcycle.

@19wael96 5 лет назад

I don't waste my time watching Netflix, this is exactly the type of content that I enjoy watching in my free time.

@larrymc2601 3 года назад

Net who?

@gteamer 5 лет назад

1200F is the best bike of the bunch in my opinion. I think it personifies everything that the VFR is, which is innovation around a V4 engine. I put 30,000 miles on a 2010 in less than 3 years. Also, it did have VTEC.Great video, keep them coming.

@waltermcwilliams4047 5 лет назад

Got my '02 VFR800 a year ago and I am absolutely in love with it. Handles long road trips and tight twisties flawlessly...and that ENGINE SOUND!!

@pdx650 4 года назад

I love my ‘98 red Interceptor. Drove over 300 miles to get it.

@letteringtypes 4 года назад

Nice! I JUST landed one, delivered to me the 99' yellow edition with 30k mileage 😍 beauties !.

@pdx650 4 года назад

@@letteringtypes mine has 37k on the odometer now. It is having an electrical issue, though. Sometimes, with the key on there is no power to any of the instrument cluster and sometimes there is. I wonder if it is because somebody i know pushed it over two times.

@letteringtypes 4 года назад

@@pdx650 oh wow... I bet the prick who pushed it over probably didn't help it . Why they doing that ?... have you checked google forums for anything similar ?

@ElearningDigest 4 года назад

I had one and I had a hard time selling it. The guy made me an offer that was too difficult to refuse. Still, I hated parting with it.

@RicersRUs 4 года назад

I love my white 98, Has a power commander 2 and 94k" Mileage, Still runs like the first day I got it. Ill never get rid of it.

@MarcHillM 5 лет назад

Looks like you featured my VFR 1994 Gen 4. Photo location is Wellington New Zealand and that bike has today turned 190,000K and runs as good now as when I first bought her all those years ago.

@HeroRR 5 лет назад

That’s awesome! You have a beautiful VFR. Thanks for keeping such an awesome example of a great bike.

@chrisredfield3240 5 лет назад

I would love a 1983 vf750f 90hp and 480lb was good for the time

@kenmoore7195 5 лет назад

I have a VTR Honda. I have owned the VTR for 6 years and have had a lot of fun on it. I remember way back in the early 80s and I owned a Suzuki 750 GT Waterbottle with a 3 into one expansion chamber that was that loud that cars used to swerve when they heard it at speed as you overtook them at speeds around 120 ish. I was out in the middle of the bush here in Australia sitting on $160' and a VFR 1000 went past me like I was sitting still. Remember that was way back in the early 80s, nearly 40 years ago and it was impressive. Another great Honda, easily the most rewarding bikes out of the 43 I have owned. Honda build a good bike , I have owned a few. CR 125! Elsinore 125 back in 74, a CB350 that was rooted but still went and only cost me $100- an Sl175, a Motosport 250 . An Africa twin would suit me at my age !

@kw4690 5 лет назад

I had a 86 vfr interceptor down in Christchurch back in the early 90's. It was the 700cc version. My only gripe was you couldnt turn the head light off as i think it was made for the yank market.

@chrisredfield3240 5 лет назад

@@kw4690 i hate that headlight on all the time thing. It's really bad when it's on before the bike engine is even started. If the battery is weak the headlight drains it right down before you even start the bike. Also a bump start is less likely to work as those damb lights are taking all the power for the ecu and sparks. On my bmw it only comes on after the engine is going. And if you hold the indicator switch in for 10 seconds the hold it right it goes off. Does come back on once you start moving. Also the new bikes having DRL lights no means the main headlight is not on all the time.

@托马斯-i4v 3 года назад

I'm a new VFR owner, a gen 5 800, haven't had time to play yet but I still love my NC30 400, great video, learned a lot, thank you.

@SnowNinja 5 лет назад

Very high quality video and best history video of the VFR we mostly likely have seen. Would be ecstatic to see you make a CBR600 history video of the same caliber!!

@ingo2236 3 года назад

I own a 5th gen VFR, what a good bike it is and a timeles design! Never lets me down. Nice and interesting video , you put a lot of work in it , respect!! Keep up the good work!!

@umaxen0048 5 лет назад

7:16 That red and black 400 is THE MOST BEAUTIFUL bike I have ever seen in my life...

@simes205 4 года назад

I have one in type one colours!

@piedpiper1782 4 года назад

Have you taken a peak at the zx7r?

@mikemace2322 3 года назад

@@piedpiper1782 i know...currently trying to find a nice 99-04 zx7..first bike ive had in years and thats the one i want..58 yrs old and wanna ride again before im too old 😈

@feodiente9460 3 года назад

It is seriously

@matty-qi6nf 5 лет назад

Nice video man, always loved the old school VFR 400/750's

@Deezmok 5 лет назад

Dammit I wish Harley got killed

@truetalksnomatterwhat6451 5 месяцев назад

My 1st gear bike was a VFR 400 I would buy 1 today if they weren't so expensive. I love my Hanspree cbr600rr but it's nothing compared to the VFR 400

@TheSailingDutchman1 4 года назад

Truly an awesome video. I bought a 4th '95 gen red VFR this year. It's my first bike and I don't even have my motorcycle license yet. My neighbour bought a 6th gen VFR and I bought his 4th gen without really knowing what an epic machine it actually is. Video's like these get me even more enthousiast and I can't wait untill I have my license!

@buckrogers2546 4 года назад

Be safe out there brother.

@193322009 5 лет назад

I've owned quite a few VFRs, including an 1986, 1998, 2002 and a 1990 RC30. My favorite street bike was the 1998 VFR800! The RC30 was basically a track bike. On the street it would overheat easily and was geared a little too high. IMHO, the 5th generation is the best! Even today (March 2019), I would choose it over the new bikes.

@jasonengland2357 2 года назад

I’ve owned a 98 fifth Gen for 16 yrs now and recently added a 15 Intercepter to book end the VFR800 chapter. Love these bikes.

@wildbad 3 года назад

Thanks for your efforts and enthusiasm! I am picking up a VFR 1200F in about an hour. My last VFR was a 1987 VFR700 in pearl white which I simply couldn't resist on the showroom floor. That bike brought many great rides throughout the western US and I expect this new big one to carry me around europe for the next several years. I have owned MANY motorcycles over the years. My first honda was a CB450 DOHC in 1973 and have run the gamut on brands and styles. The last few years in Europe have been enjoyed astraddle different BMW variants but now I'm ready for the cool looking 2010 VFR. A little sorry to see your disappointment regarding the big monster and I will get to judge for myself whether or not the shrunken tank poses a fun barrier or not. Again, many thanks for your comprehensive retrospective.

@DmytroPavlovskyi88 2 года назад

While I can agree that maybe vfr1200 is smth different but anyway it's just an amazing bike!

@dtsouza2519 5 лет назад

On my third VFR now, the first one was a 1986 VFR750 that came over here from Canada. It didn't have all the EPA emission crap on it the ones sold in the US had, better carbs and a few more hp's. The second one was a 4th gen beauty and I was hooked on that bike. My latest is a 5th gen VFR800 that I installed a A&A Performance supercharger on. Only 40 of these kits were sold world wide. I'll never sell this one. Still ride it, just not as much as I used to. VFR's have to be one of the best bikes ever made. Rock solid engine, you can ride them all day long and have lots of fun doing it. Great video capturing the GOAT of motorcycles.

@BlakeEM 5 лет назад

Great video! I have a 2001 VFR800 that I ride to work rain or shine, it has been extremely reliable over the years. The gear driven cams sound amazing and valves rarely need adjustment. You didn't mention this but before the 2000 the 5th gen had a manual fast idle. It's one of my bikes that I would never consider selling.

@EZ-D-FIANT 2 года назад

I'm awaiting delivery of my 99 and I heard the 01 is the best year for a few minor details, I guess that's one of the details, maybe.....👌👍

@karltonrod3855 5 лет назад

Having both the VFR (RC36-2 from 1994) and a CBR 919 (SC33, 1996) switching between them always surprises me again how two machines can be so attractive and unique without being able to favour one over the other. The torque builtup on the VFR is somehow more planted, cool and controllable, while the CBR is simply faster. Behind all the technology, Honda has somehow injected magic in a complicated system.

@andrewburns9741 5 лет назад

For me the honda blackbird is the best honda ever made everything I personally want in a bike and the VFR800 is a very close 2nd . I have owned two Viffers and two BB"s. Wish I could have both in my garage.

@markdunbar8219 5 лет назад

Andrew Burns I'm on my second blackbird love it also have a z1000 saving for a zzr1400 have always wanted a vfr but never got around to buying one ride safe 🏍🇬🇧

@johnharris7353 5 лет назад

Yeah Andrew my '97 Bird just keeps going and going. The Vfr are some of the best looking bikes ever produced, imo!

@markhanson6914 5 лет назад

yes I agree as i own a 99 vfr and an 01 bird. Love both but the bird is better in every way except sound.

@MrBoybergs 5 лет назад

Your comment really caught my attention as I've never felt that the added power of the Blackbird outweighs the lighter weight advantages of the VFR800 (the VFR never feels like it lacks power imo and 145mph is surely plenty fast enough for anyone). What is it that you prefer about the Blackbird?

@markhanson6914 5 лет назад

@@MrBoybergs Dont get me wrong I really loved my vfr.(the engine is a gem and didnt want for more power as it felt like it had more than the power figures said) but for me the bird is more comfortable, has a lower center of gravity, better brakes, better engineered, and better build quality. The 50% greater power is just a bonus.

@togwilson 5 лет назад

Never had a Honda, but after this video I bought my neighbors 2000 vfr800fi 😂 getting it next week. Can't wait! Thanks for all your videos. There great!

@ridge9066 5 лет назад

small woodshop that’s a nice bike

@Kaizoushin 5 лет назад

Owned a 3rd gen and 5th gen. Miss my '99 a lot, best sounding bike on the road.

@richardcreaser308 4 года назад

I originate from the UK. My first VFR was a second hand 750 FL (RC36) model. I loved it. In 2001 I bought a new 800 VFR F1 (RC46) and it felt like light years ahead of the 750 FL. I passed my advanced test on it. It’s linked brakes were fine and only seemed to be disliked by those who had never ridden one! It’s throttle response was not as good as the carburetted model. The RC 46 was designated a ‘U’ model, which meant that it was not usually sold in the UK and was termed an import. It’s rear wheel BHP was measured at 98 on a rolling road which surprised the motorcycle dealer. I sold it when I got cancer but after being successfully treated I bought another VFR which was a 750 FS or FT. Unfortunately the radio therapy had caused me to tire quickly and so my motorcycling days are now over and we have retired to Bangkok, which is a scary place to ride a motorcycle anyway. I enjoyed your informative video about my favourite motorcycle very much, thank you.

@poatemaine6200 5 лет назад

dude. this is amazing. at first i thought is one of those video where they just show you some pics, but the level of work and detail you put into these is fantastic. Liked and subbed.

@rextilbury2693 3 года назад

What is the price of. the VFR 800

@mikebrecht7942 4 года назад

Great video. I really enjoyed it. Thanks! I bought a 5th gen, 1998 VFR in 2014 in red. The bike was in absolute beautiful condition with only 17K on it. I have it still and plan on never letting it go. I agree that it's the best gen VFR. When I bring it to the Honda dealership for service, they always tell me to never sell it because it has the best engine Honda ever produced.

@Roy_Godiksen 5 лет назад

For me, the longer the video, the better. (as long as the content is this great)

@peanutpirate4622 2 года назад

got a 1200f Dec '21. I'm in love. I guess I'm not as sporty as most, but this feels like all I'll ever need.

@mariooliveira4685 6 месяцев назад

I got one 1200f is an amazing machine 👍

@giacomo1320 5 лет назад

I love this engine V4 !!!! I have the Crossrunner Travel edition 2017 (VFR800X) is Unbelievable !!!!

@stephenscharf6293 2 года назад

Great video. I've owned and ridden Honda sport bikes since 1987, and owned the '86 500 Interceptor, 1st, 2nd, and 4th-Gen CBR600s, a CBR600RR, the wonderful little CB-1, and roadraced a Yamaha FZR400, and since 2008, a '99 5th Gen RC46 VFR800FI. Mine only has 27K miles on it, and when I bought it, I had the front cartridge forks re-valved by a racing suspension professional for my weight and...put an Öhlins shock on it! Woot! Also have two sets of Givi hard luggage for it. My CBRs were great sports and track day bikes, but the VFR is just SOOO good at everything, it's just stupid. I wanted a VFR for 20 years, and when I finally bought one, I asked myself, _"Why did you wait SO long to buy one? They're fantastic!"_ I can safely say it is THE BEST motorcycle I have *ever* owned, hands down.

@Limasenar 4 года назад

Only saw this in 2020, but great rundown of an iconic bike's history! The RC45's still dearest to my heart, but I've actually come across a sweet offering for later year 6th gen. Thanks for the details!

@thatoneguy985 4 года назад

I bought a 95 VFR 750 and it is such a superb bike. I have 3 friends with bikes. A GSXR 750 an Aprilia Tuono 1000 and an R1. I've ridden them all and I still would choose this bike every time. It's a bike I can ride all day while my friends have to keep pulling over for a break. I have gotten more compliments on my bike even against the others all lined up. It's a racing heritage that cant be denied and legendary reliability and it's still fast enough to keep up. I rip off the line and love the torque of this thing

@Gamingbee 5 лет назад

now these are my favorite type of video from heroRR

@markusnellen1599 2 года назад

1 year after buying my 98 rc 46 I am really amazed of this bike. Sounds great, allways works and ready for the big tour. I needed a new clutch but thatßs ok if you look at the age.

@MusicZeroOne 5 лет назад

Passed my test on a NSR, and instantly bought a VFR 400. Loved it

@xk8lynnx 4 года назад

I have a 99 vfr800fi and I love it. It’s an amazing bike. It’s my first bike. It’s insanely enjoyable.

@barrygoodson4952 5 лет назад

I remember the tariffs well. I was selling motorcycles back then and we had 700’s all of a sudden. Back then every manufacturer made a sport 750 and a sport/cruiser in that cc range.

@fierro717 4 года назад

I remember my Yamaha Maxim in 86 was a 700 for that reason. Great all around bike... but man did it miss those extra 50cc

@SkyrisUK 3 года назад

I've owned Many Bikes over the years .. But out of all of them I loved My 1995 4th Gen the most , the looks , the sound. the comfort.. I went to the 5th Gen which sadly got Totalled. the 6th Gen was a turkey. and felt nothing like previous versions and the Vtec was horrible. the 7th Gen , what the hell were they thinking .. I bailed on VFRs at that point and went to the Fireblade RR2 Fun But Oh My Knees and wrists couldnt take more than an hour on it ... 6 months later i found a sweet 5th Gen 2001 Low miler, and still own it to this day .. she takes me from London to Assen Holland for the MotoGP every year and Never skips a beat .. What a Bike ! Great Video , thanks for taking the time to document such an iconic legend.

@rooramblingon895 4 года назад

Great video. Pity you didn't mention the 1984 VF1000R with it's 130hp and gear-driven cams (unless I missed it). I had a 1984 750S, an '84 750F and my favourite the 1986 750F (E). Comfy, quick but heavy. Thanks for the great video.

@2kviper877 Год назад

In 86 I bought a new VF1000R for less than MSRP. They were big, top heavy and expensive. I loved mine! The one bike I wish I had back. Fantastic engine, great sound, reliable as hell.

@Shadow0fd3ath24 2 года назад

I love my '97 rc45(36-2 technically)...it was wrecked and bought it for $850 total from Dallas at a bike auction....twisted 2 wires together and spent $250 on battery and small parts and got a running beast of a bike. The clutch seals blew and its sat over winter so this is motivation to get mien fixed and going again

@robertmills2900 5 лет назад

Back in the late '80's when I was working on these bikes, Interceptors and Magnas were everywhere, but the Sabre was pretty rare. ???

@ralphhugelschaffer114 5 лет назад

I owned an '85 V65 Sabre and was lucky to get one with good cams. straightline performance outstanding but didn't handle so well when things got tight. Also, something about them just didn't look right: sort of like Honda pulled a big magnet through the parts bins and the assembly team was told to put a bike together out of what they got.

@imthedarknight-8755 4 года назад

Ralph Hugelschaffer Ive always loved the look of a sabre, I've got an '84 v65 magna. If I find a good sabre one day I'll probably get it too haha

@owenpetrie2138 4 года назад

My dad had a MK1 VFR and he loved it to bits and loved listening to this 👍👍

@jimmcgannon5764 5 лет назад

That was a real good history lesson my friend. As a Honda Tech you’ve nailed it thank you. My own passion rested in the SC30 93 on. I’d love to hear their history. Thanks again.

@JeiBeeBee Год назад

I own and ride a 2016 VFR800X, in Portugal. Absolutely love that bike.

@Englishbikerdan 5 лет назад

Had a 1998 VFR 800 Fi in yellow. Loved that bike, shame it met a nasty end when a car pulled into my path writing it off. Subbed. Great video.

@Englishbikerdan 4 года назад

@Spitch Grizwald Mine was definitely 1998. So it must have also been a time machine 😂

@sh60guy25 2 года назад

I love my 1991 VFR and still have it today. Even though it spent some time underwater during hurricane Wilma. One day I hope to get her running again.

@junitoortega8656 5 лет назад

This is an amazing video. Bring more of this type of video! there are so many bikes out there that are so interesting. It would be amazing if you did the CBR F line up!

@MichaelCescato 5 лет назад

Absolutely! What a tale to tell that bike has. I've owned an original '87 F Hurricane and now still currently own a bought new, '01 F4i. Coincidentally, both in red/black colorways. I'll never sell it, I feel like that bike was meant for me :) Absolutely love the VFRs though, always tugging at my heart strings (and the RC51)

@macmorgan6685 5 лет назад

I’ve been an owner of a 1998 gen 5 VFR since new and wouldn’t consider getting rid of it. Great video and thanks for sharing.

@roadwarrior8560 5 лет назад

Brilliant vid, thanks, 5th gen is the best, love mine.

@robinreiley1828 5 лет назад

In 94' I bought an 84' VF1000F Intercepter. I bought it as a present to my self after spending 5 weeks working the Woodstock 94& Festival. I used it mostly as a Sport Touring machine. The handlebars could be rotated back, giving a very comfortable ride, espescially if I put a pack behind me. I Loved my 1000 Intercepter! I have a 99' Triumph Trophy 900 Triple now. A great Sport Tourer, but I miss the power of the VF1000F

@clintdavis9511 5 лет назад

I bought one in 1991. Best bike I ever had. Wish I still had it.

@davidelizabeth4933 5 лет назад

You'll have 100,000 subs probably sooner than you thought.

@chanst6692 5 лет назад

Had a RC36 (VFR750N) for 8 years. Your video brings back fond memories. Much appreciated from Malaysia.

@MoSportsUSA 5 лет назад

Bring back the badass, underseat exhaust or install a shorty exhaust, ala the Akropovic on the new Ducati Panigale V4.

@nickshinners8018 5 лет назад

Just put a smaller delkevic on mine and love it you can see more of the swing arm

@michaelgeremia7292 Год назад

Great video...I started out on an '86 VFR and now have a 2014 8th gen- great bike- wish Honda would bring them back!

@stuart6909 2 года назад

I have a 5th Gen VFR800FI 1999 and it’s an amazing bike…..V4 engine is superb.Great video thanks.

@justanothernoobe 5 лет назад

Nice vid - I've always been a fan of the twin-round headlights from the 80s on the RC models :) Currently all v4 focus seems to be on Ducati - it would be interesting to see a timeline of other manufacturer's v4 developments.

@Enricmg13 4 года назад

After 23 years being a happy owner of a VFR750F RC36 from 1993, riding all over Europe, I crashed it when a car just stopped suddendly for no reason in a highway . As a replacement, I chose a VFR800X Crossrunner. Still a VFR but much more funny in mountain bending roads. I wish I could have kept both. Thanks for the video.

@Kurkess 5 лет назад

The VFR1200X is great. I'll probably trade in my GS for a Crosstourer soon.

@DaveTucker-vv4co 5 лет назад

My 1991 VFR 750 FM is having its major service for the year, cannot wait to get it back to enjoy again. The CDI unit cooked in the Malaysia hot weather, but not bad for a 28 year old machine. Love the V4 exhaust note, and the gear drive for the cams adds to the note. A true classic .

@rabinkunwar 5 лет назад

this deserves a like and comment, next video gsxr750?

@tracey1013 4 года назад

I have the 1999 CBR600F4 which had a very short life of just 2 years before going to the F4i. But its a great bike and I have had it for 16 years now and there is over 106,000 kms (approx 65,865 miles) on the bike with no engine problems. Honda's are great bikes.

@noahkanenwisher4856 5 лет назад

I just bought my first bike!! 86' vf500f

@Krazie-Ivan 4 года назад

lil additions to this great vid: ---the early VF bikes' cam issues were partially due to an oiling issue on the top end. ---the 1st Gen VFR750 won AMA Superbike 3yrs in a row, with 3 different riders (Shobert, Rainey, Merkel), which was quite a feat considering it was against Schwantz on a GSXR750. ---during testing, a stock '86 VFR750 motor ran in a room at redline for 1400hrs straight before being taken apart to check for wear (2 full months!)... it didn't fail, and no catastrophic wear was found. ---the '86 VFR750 held the world record 0-60mph time for production bikes until the 'Busa launched. part power delivery from the engine, part chassis design.

@lukasznalaskowski6294 5 лет назад

Was going to sell my RC46 last Autumn. Thankfully didn't make that mistake...

@jimme8499 4 года назад

I owned a Sabre and was amazed by the superb engine. It had so much torque . Unfortunately sold it due to the problem of getting spares. Excellent video by the way.

@anyperson9261 2 года назад

I had the fourth gen and I just loved that bike. From the single sided swing arm to the sexy body work. I'm bummed I can no longer have one, but when I had it, I loved it. Thanks for the memories. Great vid.

@garyt123 Год назад

Ron "Hall-some"??? Oh, you mean Ron "Has-lam"!!! 😊

@davidhopper1087 4 года назад

Just bought a lovely 1999 800f1 in red .31K on the clock .Your video shows to me the model to have ???? Enjoyable seeing the VFR progress through the years .cheers for sharing Dave

@mattesb4281 2 года назад

I have a 2003 VFR 800 and this is without any doubt the best bike I've ever owned. I hope I can drive it for the rest of my life...

@martintirtiaux6999 5 лет назад

What about the 2011 VFR800 Crossrunner ?

@nigebiker4583 4 года назад

Nice history - I love these Honda V4s & currently own a 1994 RC45 (42k km), a 1995 VFR750F (95k km)& now, a 2017 VFR800F (43k km)!

@rodanderson1922 5 лет назад

An RC30 or RC45 inthe garage would be very nice, or perhaps even the 400 version as a play bike? An aquaintance has a VFR 1200, which I agree is Ugly, and 6th gear has failed on it, and is to cost prohibitive to repair, at least here is New Zealand, so he rides everywhere in 5th. I don't know if this is a common fault, but it certainly makes me think twice, should I decide to sell my BMW K1200 LT?

@deathwish8339 5 лет назад

The 6th gear failure is probably a shifter fork. Happened in my 954rr blade. Might lose 4th next (same shifter fork I think).

@exothermal.sprocket 5 лет назад

Still remember when Honda released the "new" VFR1200 in the USA. Price was astronomical. Thing collected dust in most dealerships and was reduced to loss pricing to move it in most cases. I mean, with the essential VFR800 engine formula and design, what did Honda do? Designed an overly complex stupidly strange 1237cc 76° SOHC V4 engine that sounds like a BMW boxer twin, bland and dull. Not to mention, this thing didn't make much power for displacement. It filled a niche no one was looking for.

@workingclassperson2124 5 лет назад

HUGE V4 fan. Ever since riding my 85 Suzuki Madura 1200 and a 83 Yamaha venture royal 1200. Just amazing motors. Still have my Madura probably never gettn rid of her but I’ve stopped riding now for almost 2 years “life stuff” if you’ve never riddn a V-4 you should just be awake and aware they have tons of POWER

@qazwsxedcrfvtgb89999 4 года назад

Great video. I have had mine 7 years now. I have just accepted the fact that she is now my bike forever. Doesn't do anything amazing, but does everything well.

@brian636 5 лет назад

Love all your videos man...... Long time binge watcher. I have never asked or done this before but would love to collaborate a 636 video. Let me know on here or a message back brother... Brian 636

@keithroberts527 17 дней назад

I own the 2005 VFR 800. A little heavy at slow speed, but very nimble at speed. For a 20-year-old bike this thing can really accelerate. My opinion- One of the very best bikes I've ever owned.

@johnreeves6854 3 года назад

I have a 1998 5th gen vfr800fi and have had her for goin on 16 yrs I absolutely love that bike will never get rid of it actually waiting on my new fairings to get in so I can replace everything thats only thing waiting on love everything about it

@benstv42069 2 года назад

HerroRR definitely has some of the best VFR content on YT right now!

@wheeln24-79 5 лет назад

Friend of mine had a RC30. It was mint. A beautiful bike. We were mechanics at a motorcycle dealership and it sat pretty much right up front of the shop. He never wanted to ride it so it didn't get any wear or any chance of getting hurt. Im sure he still has it today. I almost bought a RC51 just cause it was different and sounded awesome.

@ronniebinghamii2749 5 лет назад

Love my 98 RC46, got it in 1998 and will never part with it. Best bike ever owned. 21 years and still looks and runs great. Great video, Thanks.

@scottbordelon7602 3 года назад

I purchased a 2017 VFR 1200X . In November 2020 with 1 mile on it, from the Honda dealer. Love the bike well balanced . Only downside it’s heavy

@andywarhol. 2 года назад

I just bought my '92 "Viffer" today. Its a little 400R, its in pieces and its hopefully going to be back on the road by June. NC30 FTW!

@dariocastro9079 2 года назад

i own a VF1000F and i love it , its nice to see his loved VFR brother making history... long live for hondas V4 engines...there are the best....

@royd5323 5 лет назад

Harley should been allowed to go under, their bikes are an over priced joke!!! 1902 technology masquerading as "modern/new"

@vibemunster 4 года назад

We call them ditch pumps. The reason they are overpriced is because you pay by the pound ;)

@jeremylynn8631 4 года назад

Thank you! Air cooled, belt driven junk!

@DavidWilliford 4 года назад

HARDLY ABLESON......

@jimme8499 4 года назад

I had a 2004 883 Sportster and it was amazing . It was agricultural and extremely loud but thats why it was brilliant. I'm glad I experienced owning one. Having said that I only like the Sportsters.

@allankay12 4 года назад

I personally enjoy my 2012 GSXR 750 over my 2008 HD Softail but both bikes I love. It all depends on my mood and if the wife is coming with on which one I ride but I DO ride the 750 much more.

@nickbetts2244 Год назад

I had a 2016 VFR 800........ Wish i still had it, such a nice bike to ride over distance, lovely riding position and bomb proof build quality. I really should buy another one 🤔

@davidanders2365 Год назад

I just purchased a 2017. I'm in love. It will not leave my ownership. It's balance, motor, and comfort is incredible. I have a European trip planned and I'm working out how to take my VFR with me.

@John900C 5 лет назад

Dude, it's Ron Haslam pronounced hass-lam not hall-sam. Just sayin'. Nice history otherwise.

@exsoulagent 5 лет назад

John Cooper you tell him John 😉

@FGDDD7 4 года назад

Just ordered a blackwidow exhaust for my 2000 vfr800fi. Cannot wait to hear it.

@carefreejimbob 3 года назад

I have a 2019 vfr abs model. I absolutely adore her. This video was epic. 👍

@I_HateClickBait Год назад

Nice video. I've never not had motorcycles for the last 52 years, all of them Hondas. I had a 5th gen which I sadly had to let go because of circumstances and have currently owned a 6th gen for the past 8 years. It's the red, white and blue anniversary edition and even though it's an older bike it still draws stares, comments and compliments every time I take it out and get off it somewhere. It is the perfect all around bike, part sport bike, part touring bike and part cruiser. I'll have it until I die and my family has promised to keep and enjoy it through as many generations as it lasts. A fun thing is that I'm partially disabled and was issued handicapped plates and a hanging placard. I park the bike in a handicap spot, hang the placard from the mirror, stand just inside of stores and watch people's looks while they wonder what the hell. 😂