Hi Graham, Mine is same colour and year. Extras are. Slip on can PR6's Ktech internals on front. Maxton rear. ECU re flash (very lively) 45k and just got back from 1600 round trip to stelvio and she didn't miss a beat.
@@bikefever3569 Oh that sounds really well sorted, thanks for comment. Only time I visited Stelvio it was may time, but was shut(snow) half way up haha 😏
The VFR remains a fantastic bike. I spend quite some money on maintenance as I wanted to have the bike fully serviced after the purchase, so done valves, airfilter, plugs, all fluids, front and rear shock, tyres, etc. The VFR is now in top condition I don’t have to worry about it. Next year it will be oil change and perhaps a set of tyres… Definitely a keeper 👍🏻
Yes I guess if I didn't have the time to service it myself, I wouldn't hesitate like you to pay for servicing, although as I replied in a previous comment, service costs don't seem any more expensive than a lot of my mates (most newer ) bikes. Fairing panels add to Labour costs obviously. Thanks again 👍
@@Grahamvfr I must admit that I'm not trusting most dealers to service the VFR as we know that valves, etc is a lot of work. However, for the VFR I found a specialist who takes it apart, sends pictures of all stages and items and VFR's are the only bike he maintains. I trust him fully and if he cannot fix it, Houston we have a big problem ;).
@@hbor77 That's excellent, you can't over estimate the value of a trusted garage, we had a great local guy about 10 yrs ago, but he retired and moved away.
The VFR looks very clean and smart. Good idea doing a yearly review. I may do an ownership one on my Triumph Explorer. It's now about to hit 60k miles and the dilemma is do I service it, or trade it. Your running costs are amazing. Triumph servicing is expensive and I'm envious of your insurance costs for 4 years. Half mine.
@@mikeroberts Cheers Mike, regular watcher of your excellent channel. Tried to stress to all that these are personal running costs and I have a natural frugal nature haha . I think age of me and bike have helped insurance costs . Thank you for input.
After 6 years of ownership iv sold mine for a new kawasaki 1000sx ninja only 60 miles on it so far first impressions so far compared to the vfr pros feels much lighter, lighter feel to clutch, fueling a lot better, wider higher bars feel better at lower speeds. cons build quality not up to the vfr standard, chain drive, granted I'm running it in and only taking to 4thou revs but doesn't seem to have the vfr touque low down really liked my vfr but the front end feel of this kawasaki in the corners is addictive love it.
@@kjrutter17 Fantastic package the Kawasaki, I tour with a few of them and I agree with your early impressions. I've ridden them often and only the busy motor ( often look for 7th haha) irks a bit. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Love the howl over 5k also. 👍
Hi Graham dont matter how it cost to run as long as you enjoy riding it which you do and i am the same with mine in the sports tourer market for me at the moment there is nothing that comes close to the vfr its a great piece of kit yes fuel range cold be better and clutch is heavy as we have said before but rest of the bike is great .
Thanks Graham. I have mine 11 1/2 years. The only service issue I am somewhat not looking forward to is the valves which are due @ 16000 miles. I alternate this bike with two other older VFRs which I use in rotation every two seasons. Wonderful machines. Thank you for the video.
3 vfrs to play with, that's excellent, seems they do get under the owners skin👍. Well I'm not known for burying my head in the sand, but at moment thats what I'm doing regarding valve check 😏. Thanks again for input
Agree graham . Personally don't think you have lost any money when you look at the market. I looked at another the other week private sale , 35 thousand mile £3500 . It was horrible everything had been wrapped in carbon wrap and was generally a untidy bike . And you look at the ones at dealers and they want 6 grand.
@@JIMWSMITH Cheers Jim yes , sometimes if you buy at the right time and age, running these lovely things can be quite cheap. Makes up for all the money we lose on cars over the years 😏
Not being so handy as you are regarding servicing, it costs me a lot more, but worth every penny, because I couldn't agree more with how you feel about owning such a machine.
Yes I'm quite lucky I have the time to maintain it myself, but listening to what my friends say about their service costs, still don't think the vfr is expensive to run, in comparison. Your input is appreciated thank you .😊
@@deanwelsh5702 Wow I heard the word posh there, my old school teacher nuns will be rejoicing haha. Not sure of the Scouse though 🤔🤔. However as an ex south bank (slaggy island) lad anything will do 👍
@@Grahamvfr nice bike tho my mate at work has just bought a pearl red one very nice I do like the blue of yours tho. My mate picked his up last Saturday he said it’s a scary thing when you open the taps. I myself have a cb500x would love another bike to go with it . But as a 1 bike man (at the moment) the 500x does it all very well. It does lack power on the motorway but in every other way it’s perfectly adequate. Not a bike I will ever get rid of. I was thinking of maybe getting a cb100f or a vfr as a touring toy . As they both seem good value for money.
@@deanwelsh5702 Thanks for the input...yea if only we could have a bike for every occasion, although my Vfr makes a decent fist of most things apart from city/town work, were heavy clutch irks!
Enjoyed your Video. Not sure if it’s fair to deduct the cost of your old bike though as if you had for example got 10 k for the old bike your running costs would show a plus figure. 😊
@@chrisbarnes9260 yes indeed but I didn't include it in the overall running costs just the servicing ,ins, tax and fuel ..it was just for additional info 👍. Thanks for watching.
Well funnily enough, I have a future video in my thoughts about that sort of subject..not so much about it's value rising, but about it's desirability increasing.....which probably will increase values I suppose. Good point 👍
NOTE: Bike came with full luggage, centre stand, Honda heated grips, heli-bars, power commander 5 and Garmin 660 sat nav😊.
Hi Graham,
Mine is same colour and year.
Extras are.
Slip on can
PR6's
Ktech internals on front.
Maxton rear.
ECU re flash (very lively)
45k and just got back from 1600 round trip to stelvio and she didn't miss a beat.
@@bikefever3569 Oh that sounds really well sorted, thanks for comment. Only time I visited Stelvio it was may time, but was shut(snow) half way up haha 😏
One of the best bikes period.
Can't say fairer than that 👍
Thanks Graham for reminding me what a great bike my vfr is.
12 years of ownership and you constantly remind me there is no reason to change it.
Wow yea 12 years, now that is a sign of a satisfied customer . Thanks again for your encouraging input 👍👍
The VFR remains a fantastic bike. I spend quite some money on maintenance as I wanted to have the bike fully serviced after the purchase, so done valves, airfilter, plugs, all fluids, front and rear shock, tyres, etc. The VFR is now in top condition I don’t have to worry about it. Next year it will be oil change and perhaps a set of tyres… Definitely a keeper 👍🏻
Yes I guess if I didn't have the time to service it myself, I wouldn't hesitate like you to pay for servicing, although as I replied in a previous comment, service costs don't seem any more expensive than a lot of my mates (most newer ) bikes. Fairing panels add to Labour costs obviously.
Thanks again 👍
@@Grahamvfr I must admit that I'm not trusting most dealers to service the VFR as we know that valves, etc is a lot of work. However, for the VFR I found a specialist who takes it apart, sends pictures of all stages and items and VFR's are the only bike he maintains. I trust him fully and if he cannot fix it, Houston we have a big problem ;).
@@hbor77 That's excellent, you can't over estimate the value of a trusted garage, we had a great local guy about 10 yrs ago, but he retired and moved away.
Many more pleasurable miles to come
Yep, let's hope so 👍
The VFR looks very clean and smart. Good idea doing a yearly review. I may do an ownership one on my Triumph Explorer. It's now about to hit 60k miles and the dilemma is do I service it, or trade it. Your running costs are amazing. Triumph servicing is expensive and I'm envious of your insurance costs for 4 years. Half mine.
@@mikeroberts Cheers Mike, regular watcher of your excellent channel.
Tried to stress to all that these are personal running costs and I have a natural frugal nature haha . I think age of me and bike have helped insurance costs . Thank you for input.
After 6 years of ownership iv sold mine for a new kawasaki 1000sx ninja only 60 miles on it so far first impressions so far compared to the vfr pros feels much lighter, lighter feel to clutch, fueling a lot better, wider higher bars feel better at lower speeds. cons build quality not up to the vfr standard, chain drive, granted I'm running it in and only taking to 4thou revs but doesn't seem to have the vfr touque low down really liked my vfr but the front end feel of this kawasaki in the corners is addictive love it.
@@kjrutter17 Fantastic package the Kawasaki, I tour with a few of them and I agree with your early impressions. I've ridden them often and only the busy motor ( often look for 7th haha) irks a bit. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Love the howl over 5k also. 👍
I also bought my 2010 Vfr 4 years ago, i have run in this period 50.000km . Its my 13th bike, but my favorite one, still love it too much.
Oh so you've done some decent mileage, that's really good to hear. However still can't decide if its better than my old fizzy hahaha. Thanks again 😊
Lovely looking bike, you are doing a great job looking after it 👍
@@PAUL-yv2kk That's very kind, thank you 😊
That blue is beautiful
@@indiamelia639 Thanks, it was only for 2012 I believe, certainly in UK.
Hi Graham dont matter how it cost to run as long as you enjoy riding it which you do and i am the same with mine in the sports tourer market for me at the moment there is nothing that comes close to the vfr its a great piece of kit yes fuel range cold be better and clutch is heavy as we have said before but rest of the bike is great .
@@andyrawlings5369 I think what amazes me so much, is the fun per £1 that these things offer ... incredible 👍👍👍👍
Very informative video Graham. I think the only thing that could match or better that cost per mile, is your Yaris hybrid😊
Hahahaha yes, that's a good point David.
Cheers 😊
Thanks Graham. I have mine 11 1/2 years. The only service issue I am somewhat not looking forward to is the valves which are due @ 16000 miles. I alternate this bike with two other older VFRs which I use in rotation every two seasons. Wonderful machines. Thank you for the video.
3 vfrs to play with, that's excellent, seems they do get under the owners skin👍. Well I'm not known for burying my head in the sand, but at moment thats what I'm doing regarding valve check 😏. Thanks again for input
If it sounds ok don’t do them, I did 80k on my 800 never shimmed once
Agree graham . Personally don't think you have lost any money when you look at the market. I looked at another the other week private sale , 35 thousand mile £3500 . It was horrible everything had been wrapped in carbon wrap and was generally a untidy bike . And you look at the ones at dealers and they want 6 grand.
@@JIMWSMITH Cheers Jim yes , sometimes if you buy at the right time and age, running these lovely things can be quite cheap. Makes up for all the money we lose on cars over the years 😏
Not being so handy as you are regarding servicing, it costs me a lot more, but worth every penny, because I couldn't agree more with how you feel about owning such a machine.
Yes I'm quite lucky I have the time to maintain it myself, but listening to what my friends say about their service costs, still don't think the vfr is expensive to run, in comparison. Your input is appreciated thank you .😊
Myself being from the northeast of England! I can’t get away with your posh scouse accent.
@@deanwelsh5702 Wow I heard the word posh there, my old school teacher nuns will be rejoicing haha.
Not sure of the Scouse though 🤔🤔. However as an ex south bank (slaggy island) lad anything will do 👍
@@Grahamvfr I was taking the piss mate . I work in Stockton.
@@deanwelsh5702 nice one ...I'll still take the posh though hahaha 😊😊
@@Grahamvfr nice bike tho my mate at work has just bought a pearl red one very nice I do like the blue of yours tho. My mate picked his up last Saturday he said it’s a scary thing when you open the taps. I myself have a cb500x would love another bike to go with it . But as a 1 bike man (at the moment) the 500x does it all very well. It does lack power on the motorway but in every other way it’s perfectly adequate. Not a bike I will ever get rid of. I was thinking of maybe getting a cb100f or a vfr as a touring toy . As they both seem good value for money.
@@deanwelsh5702 Thanks for the input...yea if only we could have a bike for every occasion, although my Vfr makes a decent fist of most things apart from city/town work, were heavy clutch irks!
Enjoyed your Video. Not sure if it’s fair to deduct the cost of your old bike though as if you had for example got 10 k for the old bike your running costs would show a plus figure. 😊
@@chrisbarnes9260 yes indeed but I didn't include it in the overall running costs just the servicing ,ins, tax and fuel ..it was just for additional info 👍. Thanks for watching.
Just a thought Graham, it is possible these rare bikes will turn a corner and values will start to rise...
Well funnily enough, I have a future video in my thoughts about that sort of subject..not so much about it's value rising, but about it's desirability increasing.....which probably will increase values I suppose. Good point 👍
No sign of it yet. They can still be had for little money, especailly the first version. Best value bike of this type out there by miles.
@@jeremyr62 The value for money is incredible 👍