Honda RVF400 Riders

[RVF_Kenny]

Originally posted by speedboy07@May 19, 2007 12:01 pm

Hei Guys, are u all meeting up to watch the match?

Anyone here keen to join us to watch tonight's FA cup together?

 

Melvin, Alex and myself will be meeting up. Location is tentatively pending cos trying to find a good coffeeshop with big projection screen to watch.

 

Let us know if you know a good spot to watch...

 

Contact either Melvin (Speedboy) 91848522 or myself 90614352.

[ArthLine]

Originally posted by spratan@May 19, 2007 12:39 pm

ya exp FOR FP plate. i check with some motor shop they say 5 to 6k most. So u think is exp or cheap then ? i wanna take FT or FR of cos i can pay it if not i ask for wat.

then u buy from that bike shop u see la.. so far i oni see bike shop selling to me last few months ago 6.2k -7k with 10yrs renew coe and new paintwork.

 

if u see 5-6k SELLING from that shop with renew coe and new paint.. grab it.

what i heard is they EAT bike from 5-6k.

 

i being camping in garage sales for the past few months before i got mine. lowest i saw from private owner here is 5.8k, a FP plate, no coe, 1side paint drop, its a blue and black design, right side fairrings bracket spoil, rear brake need servicing, got abit weird sound. now landed at bukit merah industrial park bike shop beside HKL. can rem it cos i test ride before at sebawang and saw it landed on bikeshop when i was doing transfer at southern motor.

[ArthLine]

Originally posted by gryffindor88@May 19, 2007 01:43 am

arthline: haha! thats a good reply! wanna ask u since u've ridden gsx400,cbr400 and rvf, in ur opinion, which of the 3 is ur fav and why?

hmmmz.. actually ... i jus wan to try out the 3 sportbikes oni...

 

gsxrr - sounds ok, but FC poor, i rem got no reserve switch one.. or maybe mine spoil. think CDI (or was it coil ah?cant rem well)really 1 yr need to change 1 time.( changed 2 before liao =.=, EX lor)

 

cbr - sound nicer, FC think best within these 3, i like this one more actually =X (still like the sound and the handling part)

 

rvf - er.. V4 engine with inverted forks lor !!!! .. (sounds really weird for me, actually i hate it), FC not as good, but pickup faster ba.. (not sure is it becos got mods), some electric issues i think.

 

correct me if wrong.

[redbeacon]

Originally posted by kenNUFC@May 19, 2007 09:53 am

...also thinking of changing to rvf but dunno good anot, afterall rvf is really a old bike...

Dear prospective RVF buyers (or any 400cc sportbike)

 

If it's an old bike that you're concerned of coming across with when doing bike-shopping, then frankly speaking, you might not be ready for these kinds of bikes.

 

Moreover, and with no offense to current 400cc sportbike owners, if you say RVF is an old bike, wait till you're offered an expensive CBR, GSXR, or the mighty (old) ZXR 400, those sportbikes have so much years on them -- whether it's an old engine, dirty frame, high-mileage, dirt-stained fairing, jiao-sai stains, COE renewed at least once, or anything that you can describe about an old bike.

 

With regards to keeping the 400cc sportbike community and market alive,

redbeacon

 

"Old" is a good way to stigmatize albeit powerful sportbikes.

[kenNUFC]

Originally posted by ArthLine@May 19, 2007 03:55 pm

hmmmz.. actually ... i jus wan to try out the 3 sportbikes oni...

 

gsxrr - sounds ok, but FC poor, i rem got no reserve switch one.. or maybe mine spoil. think CDI (or was it coil ah?cant rem well)really 1 yr need to change 1 time.( changed 2 before liao =.=, EX lor)

 

cbr - sound nicer, FC think best within these 3, i like this one more actually =X (still like the sound and the handling part)

 

rvf - er.. V4 engine with inverted forks lor !!!! .. (sounds really weird for me, actually i hate it), FC not as good, but pickup faster ba.. (not sure is it becos got mods), some electric issues i think.

 

correct me if wrong.

eh can someone tell me what really good about rvf? esp the engine, v4 engine. RVF full tank can go for how far? I am really interested in rvf but i think i need to know more about it first and do more research because afterall it a old bike liao. It definitely faster then cbr? Dunno wanna get spec 3 or rvf. One sportbike, another one half half. Anyway can tell me also roughly the price for a over 10 years RVF now? like FN plate, how much is the market price now? someone said shop selling 6.2-7k, really? is that roughly the market price for those already renewed coe rvf? sorry to ask so many questions, hope the PROs can help me and ans my question!

[redbeacon]

Originally posted by ArthLine@May 19, 2007 03:55 pm

RVF: really weird for me, actually i hate it), FC not as good, but pickup faster ba.. (not sure is it becos got mods), some electric issues i think.

 

correct me if wrong.

How the pistons are aligned in the RVF (arranged in a V-shape, that is) plays a part in better pickup amongst the rest.

 

Confounding Configurations, a brief history of engine layouts (SBF Topic 27668)

[YoShiMurA_86]

Originally posted by LimHammett@May 19, 2007 08:15 am

i enlisting this 10th july.. sianz.. pes C intake..

 

Aiyo .. i clearing leave @ july , thought heng heng if u posted to to Queensway still can see u .. haha ..

[ArthLine]

Originally posted by redbeacon@May 19, 2007 04:44 pm

How the pistons are aligned in the RVF (arranged in a V-shape, that is) plays a part in better pickup amongst the rest.

 

Confounding Configurations, a brief history of engine layouts (SBF Topic 27668)

so i wan right that pickup is faster !!! ^^

[ah_ba86]

eh can someone tell me what really good about rvf? esp the engine, v4 engine. RVF full tank can go for how far? I am really interested in rvf but i think i need to know more about it first and do more research because afterall it a old bike liao. It definitely faster then cbr? Dunno wanna get spec 3 or rvf. One sportbike, another one half half. Anyway can tell me also roughly the price for a over 10 years RVF now? like FN plate, how much is the market price now? someone said shop selling 6.2-7k, really? is that roughly the market price for those already renewed coe rvf? sorry to ask so many questions, hope the PROs can help me and ans my question! 

redbeacon Posted on May 19, 2007 04:37 pm

 

if an old bike really means alot different to u, den mayb u should get a first hand bike. it's ur personal preference that matters. i sure that most of the RVF rider here, bought RVF not because their old, but rather, their performance, style, and most imprtantly, the interest in sportsbike, and the passionate for the need of speed or riding. Dun go destorying another RVF by buying it, and in the end u found out that u're not the type for RVF, den u chucked it one side, collecting dust.. Make sure u knows what is ur type of riding style first before u actually purchase a bike of ur own. TY

[RVF_Kenny]

Originally posted by kenNUFC@May 19, 2007 04:44 pm

eh can someone tell me what really good about rvf? esp the engine, v4 engine. RVF full tank can go for how far? I am really interested in rvf but i think i need to know more about it first and do more research because afterall it a old bike liao. It definitely faster then cbr? Dunno wanna get spec 3 or rvf. One sportbike, another one half half. Anyway can tell me also roughly the price for a over 10 years RVF now? like FN plate, how much is the market price now? someone said shop selling 6.2-7k, really? is that roughly the market price for those already renewed coe rvf? sorry to ask so many questions, hope the PROs can help me and ans my question!

V4 engine configuration for better pick-up and good mid range. RVF is considered a very TRACK-orientated bike (those who know the RVF's background well will understand this point). Therefore you can't expect much for fuel economy. FC is roughly abt 19km/L.

 

Among all 400s, I personally feel that it has the best handling and stability due to the 50-50 weight distribution design, not mentioning the inverted forks. Another special feature is that the cams are gear-driven for precision and there's no hassle of tightening or replacing timing chain cos there isn't any.

 

A faster bike depend on how you interpret it. Top speed? pick-up? bhp? If you want a drag racer, I'll say this is not the bike for you. If you appreciate top-notch handling/cornering and the ability to exit a corner fast, RVF is a good choice.

 

In a nutshell, to really know what's so good abt RVF will need you to personally get on one to experience it yourself.

[TheBeast]

Frankly speaking , which bike u Really want to buy really depends on yourself solely, ask yourself what u really want not from what people say . Each and every bike model differs and excels in whichever. Even bikes of the same model may not be the same . Every 400 cc sportbikes nw has its wear and tears due to its age so do be prepared to standby some money ahead for future repairs. But most importantly must be aware of your budget, u do not want to scrimp and save because of your bike although that really happens to everyone sometimes X_X.

Best is still to try each and every bike b4 u actually buy it, if you like it then buy it

 

Good Luck In Your Future 400 CC Bike Purchase :cheer:

[fufu]

no need to care about perfomance. u go with ur heart! put all the 400cc bikes in front of u,the one that catch ur eye just go for it. some measure by pros and cons but i measure by heart.

[lonelysoul87]

hmm bros out there... is 2nite's outing still on? wad bout collection of tee? sry haven been updated due to busy with work... =(

[YuaN_]

Originally posted by ad1da5@May 19, 2007 05:41 pm

V4 engine configuration for better pick-up and good mid range. RVF is considered a very TRACK-orientated bike (those who know the RVF's background well will understand this point). Therefore you can't expect much for fuel economy. FC is roughly abt 19km/L.

 

Among all 400s, I personally feel that it has the best handling and stability due to the 50-50 weight distribution design, not mentioning the inverted forks. Another special feature is that the cams are gear-driven for precision and there's no hassle of tightening or replacing timing chain cos there isn't any.

 

A faster bike depend on how you interpret it. Top speed? pick-up? bhp? If you want a drag racer, I'll say this is not the bike for you. If you appreciate top-notch handling/cornering and the ability to exit a corner fast, RVF is a good choice.

 

In a nutshell, to really know what's so good abt RVF will need you to personally get on one to experience it yourself.

added: Single swingarm

 

to make it more stylish and different =p

[redbeacon]

Originally posted by ad1da5@May 19, 2007 05:41 pm

RVF is considered a very TRACK-orientated bike (those who know the RVF's background well will understand this point)...

 

Among all 400s, I personally feel that it has the best handling and stability...If you appreciate top-notch handling/cornering and the ability to exit a corner fast, RVF is a good choice.

 

In a nutshell, to really know what's so good abt RVF will need you to personally get on one to experience it yourself...

Amen, you couldn't have said it better.

[sibingai]

GUYS CHECK my SIGGY to get race leathers,mesh and gloves..!!!!pls call 92472541 for enquiries...SMS will not be entertain GREAT BARGAINS..!!!!.

 

i will try to anser all your question. but not online please...i cant keep track...thanksss....

[ahboy535]

Originally posted by LimHammett@May 19, 2007 12:19 pm

i was thinking to design his leg like a yoshi firespec end can..

 

go ahead lol

[ahboy535]

Originally posted by ArthLine@May 19, 2007 05:16 pm

so i wan right that pickup is faster !!! ^^

pickup reli that fast ? think is the way we handle it ba...the clutch play , ur mods , chain tight anot etc...last time i also rvf rider . the only thing pissing me off is the sound... can go into sleep mode easily while u r riding late in the nite...once u mod other u might get sounds not so deep or funny 2 strokes sound...oops

[Sub Zero]

OLD is GOLD.

[LimHammett]

Originally posted by YoShiMurA_86@May 19, 2007 05:03 pm

Aiyo .. i clearing leave @ july , thought heng heng if u posted to to Queensway still can see u .. haha ..

queensway?? my fren is a ERS there.. his name is Rifaie.. u noe him??

 

[LimHammett]

guys.. ride safe..

 

there's something fishy goin on here..

 

i just buanged just now in the morning when me and alex were heading to JB..

 

woah..when i corner that time, i tot i was really going very low like rossi sia.. but actually its me already sliding on the road liao! hahahha!

 

slide for 15meters before stopping..lucky never hit kerb.

 

bike no major damage. just my right signal gone and my fairing got scraped abit.

 

my leg was trapped between the tank and the road when it was sliding. my jeans took most of the damage.

 

my injury.. only scrapes at my right elbow and a few scratches on my right knee.

 

luckily i heed terry's advice.. wear jeans, shoes and gloves when riding. i didnt follow his last advice which was to wear a jacket.

 

remember guys.. dress for the fall and not for the look.

 

ride safe.

 

[RVFDES]

Originally posted by LimHammett@May 20, 2007 06:49 pm

guys.. ride safe..

 

there's something fishy goin on here..

 

i just buanged just now in the morning when me and alex were heading to JB..

 

woah..when i corner that time, i tot i was really going very low like rossi sia.. but actually its me already sliding on the road liao! hahahha!

 

slide for 15meters before stopping..lucky never hit kerb.

 

bike no major damage. just my right signal gone and my fairing got scraped abit.

 

my leg was trapped between the tank and the road when it was sliding. my jeans took most of the damage.

 

my injury.. only scrapes at my right elbow and a few scratches on my right knee.

 

luckily i heed terry's advice.. wear jeans, shoes and gloves when riding. i didnt follow his last advice which was to wear a jacket.

 

remember guys.. dress for the fall and not for the look.

 

ride safe.

 

[safety first]

wat can we mod to have better pickup n top speed???

byside change jetting???

:cheeky:

[YuaN_]

Originally posted by LimHammett@May 20, 2007 06:49 pm

guys.. ride safe..

 

there's something fishy goin on here..

 

i just buanged just now in the morning when me and alex were heading to JB..

 

woah..when i corner that time, i tot i was really going very low like rossi sia.. but actually its me already sliding on the road liao! hahahha!

 

slide for 15meters before stopping..lucky never hit kerb.

 

bike no major damage. just my right signal gone and my fairing got scraped abit.

 

my leg was trapped between the tank and the road when it was sliding. my jeans took most of the damage.

 

my injury.. only scrapes at my right elbow and a few scratches on my right knee.

 

luckily i heed terry's advice.. wear jeans, shoes and gloves when riding. i didnt follow his last advice which was to wear a jacket.

 

remember guys.. dress for the fall and not for the look.

 

ride safe.

 

dont concer to ur limit... life is precious

[RVF_Kenny]

Originally posted by safety first@May 20, 2007 09:15 pm

wat can we mod to have better pickup n top speed???

byside change jetting???

:cheeky:

There are a lot of mods... but the mods are interlinked with your pockets... hahaha...

 

Jokes aside, here's a link that you might be interested in.