This just in: V5 from Honda
08-07-2008 | 12:44 PM
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08-07-2008 | 01:53 PM
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Admittedly we don't know the true origin of the photos, but there are some significant differences between the VFR1000F and VFR1000GT model photos. The F model has an upswept tailpipe end, lower windsreen and solo saddle. The GT model has the taller ST1300 electric windscreen configuration, a low tailpipe end to avoid the integrated saddlebags and a dual saddle. It will be interesting to see if these configurations hold up when it finally appears...
I'm ready to sell my 07 ST1300 now...i'm such a bike ****...
I'm ready to sell my 07 ST1300 now...i'm such a bike ****...
08-07-2008 | 01:53 PM
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08-07-2008 | 02:07 PM
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If you go to the VFR board (vfrdiscussion.com), they have a guy from MCN Europe on there who has offered up a one page eVersion of their article on it. In the article they say the information is gleaned from sources inside Honda and that the new bike will be debuted on October 7th...they also are claiming the photos are as close to real as anyone is going to get, given their source(s). We'll have to wait and see...obviously the VFR board is going nuts...
08-07-2008 | 02:21 PM
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I was reading the comments on the bottom of that link and i guess i'm still up in the air about it. MCNews has always had some pretty outrageous yet tempting articles of upcoming bikes. I'll believe it when i see it in production. I do, however, love the idea of a V-5 engine in a motorcycle. I don't think it deserves to be in a Sport-tourer but Honda probably knows far far more than a stupid guy like me, lol. Great idea though! My 2 cents...
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08-08-2008 | 11:06 AM
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Absolutely drop dead gorgeous but I doubt very much that it would be shaft drive although the sport version may be chain and the GT version could be shaft, Honda has done this before with the CB900 and CB900f series in the early 80's, if so it's likely to be very pricey. I'm also not sure what need it fills as the VFR crowd seems to be very happy with their latest incarnation. It may well be MCN having fun with us, I guess we'll know next month.
As for me I'm still hoping for the VTR1200 with FI, real USD forks and a 6.5 gallon tank!! Hell if Honda builds that I'll buy 2 find a rent a racer and go take some serous DMG money next season!!
As for me I'm still hoping for the VTR1200 with FI, real USD forks and a 6.5 gallon tank!! Hell if Honda builds that I'll buy 2 find a rent a racer and go take some serous DMG money next season!!
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08-08-2008 | 04:43 PM
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08-08-2008 | 04:56 PM
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08-08-2008 | 05:12 PM
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I've owned 3 shaft drives and experienced no driveline reaction problems, but they are heavier. (2 Hondas and a BMW) Plus no chain hassles. The old Yamaha Viragos squated like crazy under acceleration though.
My problem with the V5 is...Does it have that V twin rumble?
My problem with the V5 is...Does it have that V twin rumble?
08-08-2008 | 05:57 PM
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Humm can we Say photo Shop.... I still dont belive this bike really exsists only speculation and Hope...Is it just a concept or about to be put into production ???
Mean look at where the seat comes into the tank... and the missing Frame Totally Bs PhotoShop...Sloppy even..
Mean look at where the seat comes into the tank... and the missing Frame Totally Bs PhotoShop...Sloppy even..
08-08-2008 | 08:08 PM
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Here's some addional reading material on the bike - and unique two piece frame design. Sounds plausible. And check out the new VTR (250!)
http://issuu.com/motorcyclenews/docs/mcnsampler060808
http://issuu.com/motorcyclenews/docs/mcnsampler060808
08-08-2008 | 09:58 PM
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No doubt the VFR line is WAY overdue for an upgrade, but don't believe it until you see an official press release from Honda.
MCN has quite a reputation for Speculative Photoshop Horse Excrement.
However, if they DO make a V-5, I want one!
MCN has quite a reputation for Speculative Photoshop Horse Excrement.
However, if they DO make a V-5, I want one!
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08-08-2008 | 10:42 PM
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- and unique two piece frame design. http://issuu.com/motorcyclenews/docs/mcnsampler060808
08-08-2008 | 11:13 PM
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Im just thinking what if you grenade the motor at say 13,000 or so does that mean the bike breaks in half or just starts draggin the oil pan ....
08-11-2008 | 10:48 AM
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Looks like they are trying to rebranding the the VTR 250 (mini monster) and have added FI to it. But the article wrongly states that America has had this for years. Maybe the Canadians have? I wonder if it will finally be for sale here in the USA too?
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08-24-2008 | 06:22 PM
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Humm can we Say photo Shop.... I still dont belive this bike really exsists only speculation and Hope...Is it just a concept or about to be put into production ???
Mean look at where the seat comes into the tank... and the missing Frame Totally Bs PhotoShop...Sloppy even..
Mean look at where the seat comes into the tank... and the missing Frame Totally Bs PhotoShop...Sloppy even..
It is real and will look real close to the computer generated drawing. We will all see it on October 7th, unless pictures leak out sooner than that.
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