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L3nny · 21-04-14, 07:17 PM

I've ridden both and If it was me I'd be getting the.................................Blackbird!

However out of the two I'd choose the VFR. VFR handles better, is better built and the luggage is better. The ST is faster in a straight line and has more torque so less gear changing is required. ST will probably be cheaper to run.

If I were to buy a sport tourer though it would be a Blackbird, faster, comfier and handle better than both of those bikes. Only problem is the luggage is aftermarket so doesn't look as good as on the VFR or Sprint but IMO all luggage looks pants anyway.

Surprised you're not considering the K1200S

21-04-14, 07:17 PM	#3
L3nny Member Mega Poster Join Date: May 2008 Location: MK Posts: 2,111	Re: vfr800 vtec or sprint st 1050? I've ridden both and If it was me I'd be getting the.................................Blackbird! However out of the two I'd choose the VFR. VFR handles better, is better built and the luggage is better. The ST is faster in a straight line and has more torque so less gear changing is required. ST will probably be cheaper to run. If I were to buy a sport tourer though it would be a Blackbird, faster, comfier and handle better than both of those bikes. Only problem is the luggage is aftermarket so doesn't look as good as on the VFR or Sprint but IMO all luggage looks pants anyway. Surprised you're not considering the K1200S __________________ 2015 GS 1200 Adventure