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The Basket
03-04-06, 09:31 PM
What is this???It looks awful.
Maybe I can see myself buying one.
Comfy cheap and fast...and handles...even gets nice write ups in the comix.
sure is oogly thou.
Dave The Rave
04-04-06, 11:34 AM
cheap yes, fun to ride - highly likely, build quality - top notch, but insurance group 15 I think. Sod it!
One of the guys I ride out with is waiting for a test ride on one - he currently has a TDM900 so I think its a good move for him (TDM doesnt have enough poke)
Be interesting to see what he thinks of it....
northwind
04-04-06, 12:27 PM
I was expecting it to get slated in the press, but it's been doing OK. The retune's not quite as bad as the usual "retuned race rep" but still pretty bad- Chopped of the top, but not got nearly as much of a boost in the midrange as I'd want to compensate.
Still, very practical package from the looks of it. I'm sort of thinking it as the first big trailie with no trailie pretensions whatsoever (a good thing, IMO)
I bet you a pound it doesn't sell.
The Basket
04-04-06, 03:41 PM
I don't think it will sell either.
It just doesn't look like something people want to buy...this could mean top bargains for the more selective punter..such as myself :wink:
I'd rather have a CB1300S tbh.
I really don't like the fairing on the CBF1000, wish they'd stop making them like that, eg V-Strom, makes 'em all look like bug eyed freaks.
Cloggsy
04-04-06, 04:52 PM
http://www.bikers-journal.net/bilder/paris2005/Honda_0148_600.jpg
:shock: Kinda looks a bit VFR800-ish & a bit Kwak Z750S-ish... It looks bloody awful-ish too :roll:
What were they thinking :?: :lol: :lol: :lol:
But hey, its a Honda :roll:
But hey, its a Honda
and it's ?orange? what were they thinking?
Flamin_Squirrel
04-04-06, 05:04 PM
6 pot calipers :?
Cloggsy
04-04-06, 05:24 PM
and it's ?orange? what were they thinking?
Nowt wrong with Orange :twisted:
The Basket
04-04-06, 06:15 PM
and it's ?orange? what were they thinking?
Nowt wrong with Orange :twisted:
It's more Bronze than orange :wink: Since they will probably sell about 3 then I don't think anyone will buy THAT colour anyway.
Nowt wrong with Orange
On a KTM it looks great, but on a Honda....
running and hiding
northwind
04-04-06, 11:50 PM
I think the orange/bronze is one of hte nicest colours for the Hornet. Doesn't suit that one though.
amarko5
04-04-06, 11:56 PM
Beauty in the eye of the beholder springs to mind :lol:
I quite like it :lol: :lol: :lol:
Peter Henry
05-04-06, 06:21 AM
Looks like a "compilation" bike to me. Honda going around pinching little ideas all over the place. I don't doubt it will have Honda's normal standard of build and realiability but not the most appealing aesthetically is it? :?
You boys need to wait for early next year for the Ducati Hypermotard,yes sir that is one sweety of a machine! :P
The Basket
21-04-06, 09:14 PM
Hmmm :-k
This bike gets the vote of the comix. I hope they don't keep the price up.
Looks like the sort of bike a person could buy.
Cloggsy
21-04-06, 09:35 PM
You boys need to wait for early next year for the Ducati Hypermotard
=P~ =P~ =P~
Luverly, I want one :love:
Halonic
21-04-06, 10:36 PM
Rant approaching, reach minimum safe distance......
To me, this is the worst bike I know of. Not because of performance, not because of looks, or features, or even because it says H*nd@ on the tank.
Its mildly powerful, more then enough for the road, new rider friendly, very capable, tourable/scratchable, very good at covering all bases and will never trouble you, the perfect machine, every review tips it for bike of the year and applauds its flawless road manners.
But if I want a car, I'll buy a car.
A bike needs soul, emotion and most certainly a personality. I like the SV because its twitchy at low revs, flighty in handling and doesnt know what it means to "hold the line". Its uncomfy, runs out of petrol too quick and runs out of revs even quicker. When I'm riding it, I smile constantly, because every second it doesnt stall, slide, cough, twitch, wobble, jump, waggle or actively try and kill me, I'm a riding god.
You dont buy a Ducati for its bullet proof build quality and long service intervals, you dont buy a Buell for its conformity and its smooth quiet running, and you dont buy a kwak for its ease of use and friendly nature. But you might buy a CBF if you hanker after a nice ovaltine and some slippers.
northwind
21-04-06, 10:44 PM
Have a go on one... I felt the same about the CBF6 till I tried one, it wasn't for me but not for the reasons I expected.
valleyboy
21-04-06, 10:46 PM
Well, I rode one as a courtesy bike when mine was in for some work... I spun up the rear tyre as I was turning out of my street! :lol: and the ABS does work as well.... well, I had to test it while going round a corner... :lol: dab the rear brake, and compare to dabbing it while upright in a straight line...
I liked it, and if I were made of money, I would have one as a comuter! :D
Jelster
21-04-06, 11:29 PM
Rant approaching, reach minimum safe distance......
To me, this is the worst bike I know of. Not because of performance, not because of looks, or features, or even because it says H*nd@ on the tank.
Its mildly powerful, more then enough for the road, new rider friendly, very capable, tourable/scratchable, very good at covering all bases and will never trouble you, the perfect machine, every review tips it for bike of the year and applauds its flawless road manners.
But if I want a car, I'll buy a car.
A bike needs soul, emotion and most certainly a personality. I like the SV because its twitchy at low revs, flighty in handling and doesnt know what it means to "hold the line". Its uncomfy, runs out of petrol too quick and runs out of revs even quicker. When I'm riding it, I smile constantly, because every second it doesnt stall, slide, cough, twitch, wobble, jump, waggle or actively try and kill me, I'm a riding god.
You dont buy a Ducati for its bullet proof build quality and long service intervals, you dont buy a Buell for its conformity and its smooth quiet running, and you dont buy a kwak for its ease of use and friendly nature. But you might buy a CBF if you hanker after a nice ovaltine and some slippers.
It's not what you ride it's the way that you ride it...
Nuff said.....
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The Basket
22-04-06, 08:27 AM
It's odd to crit the CBF because it is good. Surely that is no bad thing?
The idea of paying 6 grand for a machine that works is nice.
I've done 3000 miles on the SV since I bought it last autumn and enjoyed bits of it and been annoyed with other bits.
A 160mph motorcycle that can out accelerate any cage and still be comfy and reliable is pipe and slippers? I don't smoke and never wore slippers!
Anyway, gonna keep the SV for at least another 18 months...I may change my mind :wink:
Jelster
22-04-06, 08:43 AM
Honda build bikes that allow you to concentrate on riding them, reading the road and where you're going without having to worry about what the bike is doing. Predictable and precise rather than bland. You just have to ride them differently. When you know something isn't going to run wide or spit you off in a corner you can have more confidence in what you are doing.....
I'd suggest anyone to take out a VFR800 and ride the balls off of it. You see a comepletely different bike to that "mundane" commuter everybody talks about.
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If I could find a late model VFR750 I'd bite someones hand off.
Filipe M.
22-04-06, 03:46 PM
I kind of like it 8-[ :oops:
goonrider
22-04-06, 04:40 PM
I kind of like it 8-[ :oops:
I'm glad everybody else has said it, I've only ever liked Sport-bikes & Supermotos really, ...but I do too! :oops:
I think it's the bike equivalent of one of those birds you meet, who ain't pretty.....but you definitely would ?? :?
raymond smith
01-05-06, 01:42 PM
i went for a test ride on saturday and have ordered one. handles better yhan my sv which has a rear ohlin and emulators and ohlin springs in the front. more torque than a 955i speed triple. cheap size tyres. **** chain adjusters, alredy designing new ones. as for the looks, as i,m registered blind it doesn,t matter to me. insurance at £230 fully comp is ok too.
A bike needs soul, emotion and most certainly a personality. I like the SV because its twitchy at low revs, flighty in handling and doesnt know what it means to "hold the line". Its uncomfy, runs out of petrol too quick and runs out of revs even quicker. When I'm riding it, I smile constantly, because every second it doesnt stall, slide, cough, twitch, wobble, jump, waggle or actively try and kill me, I'm a riding god.
Thats all well and good but if youre doing some seriously long distance then you dont want soul, emotion or personality. You want comfort, ease and good tank range.
And if the thou is like the 600 Id seriously consider one. 400 odd miles on the SV back from Scotland HURT by the end of that trip. Im considering the 600 atm - mainly because I want some Honda reliability and an upright riding position that wont make my wrists ache on long distance, frequent trips to Scotland. Id go for it, but definitely NOT in that colour. Especially as it has the adjustable seat :D
Not bad for £5999. I can feel a thousand coming on in blue though :D :D :D :D :D
PS that colours labelled as Bombay Orange btw :?
Steve W
01-05-06, 07:16 PM
But you might buy a CBF if you hanker after a nice ovaltine and some slippers.
That's the thing about Hondas that we oldies like... you can put your slippers on and drink ovaltine (without spilling a drop) while riding them... fast...
I would agree the dayglo orange is revolting but I think it looks awful even on KTMs. Black or blue are the proper colour for bikes...
The Basket
01-05-06, 08:22 PM
Thats all well and good but if youre doing some seriously long distance then you dont want soul, emotion or personality. You want comfort, ease and good tank range.
Yeah...there is more to a motorcycle than wheelies and '170bhp at the back wheel :wink: '
Things like comfort and ease. Now any fool can be uncomfortable...being comfortable is hardly a daft concept.
Things like comfort and ease. Now any fool can be uncomfortable...being comfortable is hardly a daft concept.
Shame no-ones told Ducati that. :wink: :P :lol: :lol:
Sorry but no matter how much PH adores them, they just look uncomfortable to ride. I know thats not why people have one, but its why I will never have one. :)
amarko5
01-05-06, 09:01 PM
Things like comfort and ease. Now any fool can be uncomfortable...being comfortable is hardly a daft concept.
Shame no-ones told Ducati that. :wink: :P :lol: :lol:
Sorry but no matter how much PH adores them, they just look uncomfortable to ride. I know thats not why people have one, but its why I will never have one. :)
don't go by looks lyn :lol:
don't go by looks lyn :lol:
Ok, Ill factor in the expensive services and the temperamentality of them too. :twisted:
The Basket
01-05-06, 09:21 PM
Odd thing about the CBF is the more I think about it, the more I want one.
So the trick is to stop thinking. :D
I never stopped to think when I bought the SV :wink:
Go on buy the CBF, you know it's the right thing to do.
Odd thing about the CBF is the more I think about it, the more I want one.
So the trick is to stop thinking. :D
I never stopped to think when I bought the SV :wink:
I have had the 600 version as a courtesy bike and tbh I really liked it. After my van accident I wouldnt have been able to ride the SV - the CBF courtesy bike was upright and ideal for me on the bike with the injuries I had. I even found the ABS to be pretty good too.
Which while Im looking at a distance bike the CBF is not a bad one. It has adjustable fairing screen and more importantly the 795mm seat drops up to 15 mm :D.
Its a serious option for me in the future. Which should cheer everyone up in Soho - they can all play jackpot again :oops: :lol: [the alarm it should be pointed out sounds like jackpot on a gaming machine :lol: :lol: :lol: ]
Sid Squid
01-05-06, 10:22 PM
6 pot calipers :?
3 I think, sliding calipers & linked brakes - the outer two work with the front lever, (as does the centre pot of the rear), centre one works with the rear lever.
It's not the prettiest bike in the world but I can see one in my near future. I want to do some miles but don't want a Pan or a Beemer. My sister has moved to Norway, my dad is always off to rallies in Europe and I don't ride my SV far because I can't feel any 3 from either hand, either foot or either buttock after an hour. Something that takes me comfortably and confidently to faraway places sounds great to me.
I even quite like the orange :?
Luverly, I want one :love:
I thought it was a pig... but now....
I really hate it. :D
fraser01
08-05-06, 05:09 PM
Hello Folks,
Well had an hour long test ride today that to be honest it only felt like 10 minutes.
The looks of the CBF won't float everyones boat, however the more time you spend with it The less the looks bother you. Having swung my leg over i realised i was in for a comfortable ride, plush seat for both rider and pillion, the hand bars within easy reach without having to lean right over the tank (i am 6ft btw)..thoughts of having no weight on my wrists seemed a novelty. With no safety switches, it was a simple case of insert and turn the key and press the starter..a fast tick over initially before simmering to a steady tick over, the sound of the thou engine was pleasant on the ears but definitely needs sprucing up with something meatier...Lazer exhausts being the only option at the moment. So far everything you would expect from a honda, build quality etc.
Having pulled out of the car park i headed straight for the motorway, i must say that i found this very easy to ride, filtering through the traffic was easy, the bike seemed very light and manoeuvrable. Once on the motorway i had a play with gearing and throttle response and within seconds i had a huge grin across my face, this bike pulls from low down in the rev range in any gear with ease and i got a shock when i looked at the speedo.
Unfortunately i have never ridden the CBR600RR, fireblade or any of these focused sports machines so i cannot compare them engine wise. Having rode the CBR600F the other day, i could easily see the difference in performance, in having to crank the CBR up to 7000 before it decided to pull and the CBF that has all the torque from the moment you twist the right hand.
Motorway riding was comfortable enough except being sat upright i got all the wind blast in my chest, the adjustable screen was in its lowest position so i am not sure what difference that would have made.
Having pulled onto the A272 i headed towards West Meon along a favourite route for bikers, fairly twisty with plenty of blind bends and unbroken white lines...again no complaints here, the bike was 'flickable' and felt light but controllable, having the re-tuned CBR1000 engine was fun for over takes, being quick enough to nip in and out of spaces before the next bend came round.
Having got to Wickham I was joined by my girlfriend (who kindly offered to act as a test dummy for pillion) and to be honest i hardly noticed her on the back, she didn't slide around on the seat, knock helmets or lean on me during breaking. Her verdict was that it was a comfortable seat and being sat level (in height) with me she didn't feel expose to wind blast.
I then had one more blast on the motorway before pulling back into the Honda dealer. TB i didn't want to get off the bike, i could have easily done the same journey all over again.
So (finally) in conclusion... a good all round bike, that is easy to get on with, plenty of torque for that fun factor and enough comfort and protection for that weekend away touring. If you want a bike that is a jack of all trades but a master of none, then this is your bike. If you want a focused bike then buy what appeals to your needs. The only thing i did notice about this particular bike was the amount of vibration through the pegs at 6000rpm, nothing too drastic but enough to notice in between all the fun.
So there you go, my opinion of the CBF1000....
raymond smith
08-05-06, 06:52 PM
i picked my new one up on saturday at midday and did 250 miles that afternoon. cos of running in up to 5000 rpm i couldn,t comment on the vibration at 6000 rpm but fraser01 has summed it up very well. the amount of torque it produces is awsome, and thats only up to 5000rpm. it makes max torque at 6000. so far my only critiscism is that the chain adjuster design goes back to 1975. i,m in the process of designing something less agricultural. i,m off to italy soon for 10 days and i,m looking forward to some fun. will let u know
Peter Henry
08-05-06, 09:16 PM
Lynw wrote:
Sorry but no matter how much PH adores them, they just look uncomfortable to ride. I know thats not why people have one, but its why I will never have one.
Lynw...You play your cards right and I will let you wrap your legs around mine! :wink: Odd as it may seem apart from in traffic like getting away from Jerez circuit,(constant use of clutch made my wrist feel like it was going to explode) the 749/999 series could well surprise you in the comfort stakes. the riding position though looking very focussed,is in reality very rider friendly indeed.
In fact I find mine a lot more enjoyable to ride than my K3 SV. This was put to the test when on collecting my bike I had a close to 800km ride to get her to her new home. I was tired after it, But I have never had any back,shoulder aches etc.
Go on you know you want to!
In comparison you might find the more iconic previous model very different with it's real bum in the air riding position.
Theres a naked on the way apprently.
The Basket
09-05-06, 08:41 AM
It is good to know that blokes out there can appreciate a bike for what it is rather than some 'lifestyle' add-on that the comix say.
I will be test riding a CBF soon and give my thoughts. If it is any good then I will know.
Not in the position to buy one yet but certainly in 2008, it would be a go. Have to buy a new cage soon and that is where my pennies have to go.
Jelster
13-05-06, 06:09 PM
Went in to Chiswick Honda today...
It's not quite as ugly as I first thought and unlike me it's a very slim build :)
The Mrs seems to think the pillion is reasonable so I need to arrange a test when I get back from Le Mans... If only they did it in black :roll:
Talking of which, the '06 VFR, in a fantastic metalic black looks sooooo good..... :-k
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The Basket
13-05-06, 06:37 PM
Yeah..the new VFR looks amazing.
fraser01
13-05-06, 10:36 PM
Went in to Chiswick Honda today...
It's not quite as ugly as I first thought and unlike me it's a very slim build :)
The Mrs seems to think the pillion is reasonable so I need to arrange a test when I get back from Le Mans... If only they did it in black :roll:
Talking of which, the '06 VFR, in a fantastic metalic black looks sooooo good..... :-k
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They do have it in the best colour...Black. :D
Jelster
13-05-06, 10:54 PM
Went in to Chiswick Honda today...
It's not quite as ugly as I first thought and unlike me it's a very slim build :)
The Mrs seems to think the pillion is reasonable so I need to arrange a test when I get back from Le Mans... If only they did it in black :roll:
Talking of which, the '06 VFR, in a fantastic metalic black looks sooooo good..... :-k
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They do have it in the best colour...Black. :D
What, the CBF ???
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fraser01
13-05-06, 11:58 PM
Yes the CBF i black..
http://cbf1000.com/index.php?option=com_ponygallery&Itemid=32&func=detail&id=97
This one is still in its crate :D
fraser01
14-05-06, 12:23 AM
http://www.hoc.org.uk/gallery/wallpaper/CBF1000_2006-640.jpg
Jelster
14-05-06, 10:05 AM
Yep, available in a multitude of colours (inc black) if you have ABS option... But the price does go up a bit...
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fraser01
14-05-06, 10:25 AM
Yep, goes up £300
The Basket
14-05-06, 11:25 AM
Like it in black.
And the ABS option too.
ABS is a like a back protector...you might never need it but it may save your ass when you do.
ABS is a like a back protector...you might never need it but it may save your ass when you do.
I liked the ABS on the 600. And another reason why Im hankering after a thousand now. :D
kwak zzr
14-05-06, 03:46 PM
http://www.hoc.org.uk/gallery/wallpaper/CBF1000_2006-640.jpg
its not a good looker is it? :roll:
Jelster
14-05-06, 05:31 PM
True, funtion over form me thinks... Better than the Multistrada thaough.
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northwind
14-05-06, 05:36 PM
Yeah..the new VFR looks amazing.
There's pics in Ride this month, it looks more or less the same as the last one. IE, s*** and pointy. The older ones are absolutely lovely, the new ones look liek they come pre-crashed...
The Basket
14-05-06, 05:44 PM
The new VFR looks kick-ass IMHO. Really like dead stealthy...in black, of course.
The CBF looks a bit naff but it has it where it counts...look at the main stand on that!
In Black of course...too. Bombay Orange Metallic? :smt078 :smt075
If I was paying would deffo go for the ABS...£300 more.
fraser01
14-05-06, 10:22 PM
The new VFR looks kick-ass IMHO. Really like dead stealthy...in black, of course.
The CBF looks a bit naff but it has it where it counts...look at the main stand on that!
In Black of course...too. Bombay Orange Metallic? :smt078 :smt075
If I was paying would deffo go for the ABS...£300 more.
The big issue that i think affects alot of people is having 8 grand to afford a VFR, i would love the bike but i think the CBF is a happy compromise.
:)
Cloggsy
14-05-06, 10:29 PM
Better than the Multistrada thaough.
No way :!:
Jelster
15-05-06, 07:41 AM
The new VFR looks kick-ass IMHO. Really like dead stealthy...in black, of course.
The CBF looks a bit naff but it has it where it counts...look at the main stand on that!
In Black of course...too. Bombay Orange Metallic? :smt078 :smt075
If I was paying would deffo go for the ABS...£300 more.
The big issue that i think affects alot of people is having 8 grand to afford a VFR, i would love the bike but i think the CBF is a happy compromise.
:)
Agree entirely with the above. As good as the VFR is, it's a lot of money for what is no longer considered the market leader. Now, if it had the same engine as the CBF, and developed about 120bhp, then it may be worth the money.
Still looks good though.
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I've got a test ride on one tomorrow whilst my beautiful Hornet is in for a service.
They look better in real life than they do in the pics and I'm expecting it to pull like a train (no, not Stephenson's Rocket :lol: ) from low down. Bags of torque but with a restricted top-end.
The sports-bike mad bike press are raving about it so I'm expecting to like it. Just hope I don't like it too much :wink:
Jelster
15-05-06, 12:29 PM
Jabba !!!
Hody doody mate, long time no speak......
Let me know how you get on, I'll have to wait until I get back from Le Mans to give one a test...
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Jabba !!!
Hody doody mate, long time no speak......
Hello!! And yeah.......I'm finding it difficult to be in two places at once :lol:
Let me know how you get on, I'll have to wait until I get back from Le Mans to give one a test...
I think the resident :plod: has summed up what I'm going to find :D
Mind you, I'm pleased to see some many favourable comments about a 4-Pot Honda on here :wink:
The Basket
15-05-06, 04:39 PM
Mind you, I'm pleased to see some many favourable comments about a 4-Pot Honda on here :wink:
Mmm...is the CBF a nice bike or is it a Honda.
I remember buying me SV because I likes the bike not because it was a Suzy. Maybe I bought it even though it was a Suzy!!! :lol:
Maybe the CBF is just a good bike that has a Honda badge.
Well I arrived at Streetbike at lunchtime, just as it started raining. Took their demo CBF out for 45 minutes [could have had it longer but had to get back to work]. I pootled round some back streets at first to get the feel for the bike, then took in some medium fast A-roads, a few twisties [fairly gingerly on an unfamiliar bike in the wet], bit of town riding and then 2 junctions up the M5 in some fairly unpleasant squally wind and rain.
I'm actually really pleased that the weather was naff. I hate riding my SV in the rain, but the CBF felt so planted, positive and safe, even in crosswinds on the M5 south of Frankley services, that I loved every minute. Lovely bike to ride. Upright enough position that I don't feel a need to thrash it when I don't really want to, unlike the SVS, but quite capable of giving it some welly too. Smooth delivery with the low down grunt that I'm used to from my V-twin, but without the lumpiness and sometimes harsh engine braking. I did detect some buzziness in the bars and seat at around 5-6k but frankly, it was nothing compared to the SV and the engine's response is so broad that you can just put it in another gear and get on with it. I'm sure it only really needs 3 gears [Sturmey-Archer upgrades anyone?]Forgot to look where 5-6k in top got you on the speedo, but didn't notice the buzz on the motorway at cruising speeds.
I'd already got one ordered on the understanding that I could cancel it if I didn't like the demo. Fat chance, they were lucky to get the key back.
The CBF isn't going to be everyone's cup of tea, or win any beauty contests, but for me it's just what I'm looking for at a very competetive price, about 2/3 of what Yamaha want for an FZ1 Fazer with dodgy fuelling. The only thing I'll really miss about my SV is the noise it makes.
Dazbo666
17-05-06, 10:46 PM
.... the CBF felt so planted, positive and safe, even in crosswinds ...
I'd already got one ordered on the understanding that I could cancel it if I didn't like the demo. Fat chance, they were lucky to get the key back.
The CBF isn't going to be everyone's cup of tea, or win any beauty contests, but for me it's just what I'm looking for at a very competetive price...
I managed to get a test ride on the CBF at a Honda promo day last month, and I'd agree with what you're saying. Even as a new rider I felt VERY comfortable and confident within minutes of starting the ride.
If I had the money I would have been tempted to order one there and then... but I later found out that as a new rider with zero NC the insurance would've been £900-£1000+
...maybe in a year or two :wink:
That's exactly what I've done Daz. My SV has served me for 2 years in more ways than just transportation and fun :)
Jelster
17-05-06, 11:14 PM
Well I reckon that with the insurance money from the SV I "may" be able to stretch for one as a 2nd bike, ideal for commuting and 2 up work.
That does mean that I'd have 2 Hondas in the garage though.... Hmmm Pipe, slippers somebody....
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northwind
17-05-06, 11:20 PM
Nice one Smiffy...
The Basket
19-06-06, 09:38 AM
Nice right up int BIKE magazine for the CBF1000.
Wierd dyno result though...proper power up to 96bhp and then dies!
Gives it a top speed of 138mph which is dire for a 1 litre bike...acceleration is bettered by a Z750 too.
Faster than a SV650S though :shock:
Ceri JC
19-06-06, 11:37 AM
Ah, for a second I thought you were talking about the CBR1000F (came v. close to buying one a couple of months back). As you say, ugly as sin (EDIT: As Jabba says they are nicer in the flesh than in photos, but still not very pretty), the mags seem to like it though.
I thought it was funny that out of the FZ1, CBF1000 and old Fazer 1000 they all chose the old Fazer! Guess values of them will be stabilising until a viable alternative comes out....
Guess values of them will be stabilising until a viable alternative comes out....
Always fancied one of them...............but for the build quality.
I really liked the CBF1000 - did over 100 miles on it on the test ride and so easy they were too. However, for me it lacked a bit of.......well....attitude. Fine bike for doing distance on but it didn't exactly stir my soul.
I'm going to wait until next year to try the rumoured 1000cc Hornet, which will probably have the same engine but with some of the 'blade's top-end restored and some more aggressive looks, i.e. like the current CBF600/Hornet differences.
Nowt wrong with the CBF, though, if that's what you need in a bike, and it's certainly good value. Bikes without ABS will be a rare as hen's teeth.
The Basket
19-06-06, 01:57 PM
The write-up was as suspected...safe but boring.
Still doesn't change my view on the machine.
Flamin_Squirrel
19-06-06, 02:28 PM
Always fancied one of them...............but for the build quality.
According to this months Bike mag, it doesnt even have that...
Always fancied one of them...............but for the build quality.
According to this months Bike mag, it doesnt even have that...
They just got a bad example - mismatched tyres and poorly set-up suspension byt the previous owner. It's got loads more in the mid-range than the new FZ1.
No way I'd pay the asking price fore new FZ1; getting the best, newest Fazer1000 one can find will be the best bet of the two for most people, just don't expect it to look immaculate in 3 or 4 years time.
However, I predict that the new Hornet 1000 will wipe the floor with both of 'em, and be better built, too.
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