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It got through plenty of tyres, a couple of chains and lots of cushdrive rubbers! LINKS TO OTHER MY BIKES PAGES AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS ONE |
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It isn't the fastest or most powerful but it is exceptionally user-friendly, it's V-twin engine delivering power that most riders will be able to really enjoy. It drives hard out of corners and can be ridden in the same gear for mile after mile if the fancy takes you. It tops out at a little over 150mph but can drink fuel 30-35mpg, being typical in road use. It's the fault of its huge gulping carbs! It's fuel tank is very small, too, and you'll be lucky to get 90 miles from it before the orange low-fuel warning light comes on. And there isn't a lot in reserve! I was caught out twice, ending up facing a push to the nearest garage. Expect around 100bhp at the back wheel in standard trim. I added two Renegade end cans, made by the Renegade firm based near Brands Hatch, England. They cost a little over £400. It didn't require dynojetting because, like many Honda's it ran pretty rich in the first place. After the best past of a year in use, and with the addition of the cans, it made around 108bhp at the back wheel. And the cans, though illegally loud, made it sound absolutely gorgeous. It was fine for two-up touring, too, and comfortable on long distances because the riding position is less than committed. The VTR is often forgotten among the latest and sharpest sports bikes, but it's worth considering, particularly as its a fair bit cheaper than say an R1. |
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