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As title really, I'm considering both the 600 & 900 variants at the minute on the basis they seem great value for what you get and I really like the styling (I accept I may be in the minority here).
I'm just curious if anyone has experience of them.
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Knew several owners but it was back in the mists of time. They loved them until they broke so before you take the plunge read up on their foibles. I believe it was something to do with the starter gears.
Lovely looking bikes in my opinion.
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I rode one once, was a decent weight, neutral riding position, all in a decent sports tourer. For some reason the press hated them and so did everyone who had read MCN etc. I don't know about any endemic problems, I think they were overall pretty reliable, but definitely worth a look.
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A bit of info in this thread (click me) HTH
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Thanks
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If you're still thinking about 2-up then I remember Simon Hargreaves in PB at the time going on about how the RF900 was good with a pillion. Anecdotal I know.
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Good sports tourer.
Did a few camping trip's with full luggage no problem.
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The 900 seems a better option than the 600 for me so I'm going to keep an eye out for a decent one nearby. Might have to up the budget though.
That said, I'm looking at a vfr 750 tomorrow. Sent from my KIW-L21 using Tapatalk
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Another great bike but popular so pricier, generally.
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