Honda Crossrunner VFR800X

[beary]

CR is using the last generation VFR800 engine with Vtec...1 gen newer then your VFR..

 

The one you mention...should be Crosstourer..using the 1200cc engine

 

weight..surprising, it is lighter than the claimed 240kg...but still, provided some stability though...

 

 

Freakyairhead: yeah..saw your fren's Vara as well...haha! the camo thingy..DIY-ed...gotta ask if my fren got time to cut the stickers or not..cos its more of his free time hobby....

[270]

Hi, just wanna ask u guys, is it true that the Top speed has been electronically capped at 200km/h?

 

I am not a speed junkie or anything. But the extra speed would be useful for riding up and safe overtaking at the North South Highway. Plus it can spice up those boring long rides once in awhile.

 

Im pretty sure the VFR800 engine is more than capable.

[beary]

Seriously...I'm not too sure yet...

 

I've only done about 190km/h on NSHW...with my wife as pillion...

 

Didn't wanna try the speed further as she's wearing open face and her helmet was pulling her head back...

 

But yes...it should be more than capable of going beyond 200km/h...

 

some euro riders have hit 200+ already...

 

but.....I feel the comfy speed range for the CR is around 150-160...

 

 

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[Firedragon]

Bro.. I hope you didnt try to wheelie ba... hahaha..

 

Seriously...I'm not too sure yet...

 

I've only done about 190km/h on NSHW...with my wife as pillion...

 

Didn't wanna try the speed further as she's wearing open face and her helmet was pulling her head back...

 

But yes...it should be more than capable of going beyond 200km/h...

 

some euro riders have hit 200+ already...

 

but.....I feel the comfy speed range for the CR is around 150-160...

 

 

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[beary]

Haha!! Nope...but at 190...

feels kindda feathery....

next time will try again when I'm alone....hee!!

 

 

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[anodise57]

Haha!! Nope...but at 190...

feels kindda feathery....

next time will try again when I'm alone....hee!!

 

 

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time to add some weight ...... .hahahhaha

[Firedragon]

Yo Bro Beary,

 

found any CrossRunners on the road?

[beary]

seriously...very difficult to spot...

 

so far...only saw 1 black CR at Woodlands...

 

otherwise...we are like minority...

[eddyfreestyler]

Hey Beary,

 

I've seen you a few times on the road, the stretch from Bedok Reservoir all the way to IKEA Tamp...haha...coz I stay around there...

 

Unique bike you have there

 

Btw I'm riding a F800GS...see you on the road again soon bro

 

Ride Safe.....

[beary]

oopss! kanna spotted again!

 

i better be a good rider on the road...like always kanna spotted...

 

hahahahaha!!! next time rem to say hi ya! but half the time, my face on the road is black black one...

 

nowadays must look "agressive" lah...too many 2tupid drivers/riders playing punk on the road....

[beary]

time to add some weight ...... .hahahhaha

 

bro..weight any higher...will need to change bike liaoz!!!

 

PS: jus went to fix up my side panniers..apparently, the CR rack design from Hepco cannot be used to fix the Xplorer top and side case. The side panniers cannot be opened due to the top opening being blocked by the top case...

 

i ended up using the side opening Junior cases.....

Edited June 29, 2012 by beary

[anodise57]

bro..weight any higher...will need to change bike liaoz!!!

 

PS: jus went to fix up my side panniers..apparently, the CR rack design from Hepco cannot be used to fix the Xplorer top and side case. The side panniers cannot be opened due to the top opening being blocked by the top case...

 

i ended up using the side opening Junior cases.....

 

 

Wa jit tao sian.....

[angelus_conceicao]

Hi beary, I've been looking around for a set of panniers and top box. But seems like quite hard to get a good set. Would like to know what configuration you're using. If you're free to let me view your ride in person would be even better. Haha. Anyway if I'm not wrong you live only a couple of blocks away from me.

[beary]

Hi bro..I'm using the Hepco & Becker Xplorer 45L top case and the Junior 40L side panniers...

 

U staying at Pasir Ris?

 

 

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[Firedragon]

Thank Mitral for your adv, I Just changed a few days before your post here...

 

Bro Beary how are you been? Busy with some tour riding events nowadays??

 

Maybe I need some fog lights to install cos nowadays very foggy at NSW morning... But I like to see yours how to install them...

[beary]

Yo bro! Gonna go up to Tasik Chini this weekend with the Kruzers....

 

For my fog lamps, u will need the bracket/clamp to put it on the crush bar....

 

dun really like how it is put up now...may change in future....

 

 

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[Muzik]

I m 1.73m tall. I wonder if i need to tiptoes if i get the VFR800x?

[beary]

err....i'm 1.71m...

 

fat..short legs...

 

both legs still can touch the ground....tiptoe, but not the extreme kindda tip-toe....

[samsontok]

Hi beary, saw your bike at SLS @ 545pm. Your top box seem dont go along with side pannier well. Just my point of view.

[beary]

hahaha! if u saw my previous post....u'll know why...

 

intially, i ordered the Xplorer complete set...

 

had the TC up first cos side rack was not in SG yet...finally, after waiting for months, i can fix up the side panniers...

 

den realised...once the side panniers were up, rack was too close and the opening was blocked by the bottom of the TC, hence it had some problem opening...

 

so no choice, gotta settle with a side-opening panniers...

 

I did post a warning on your NC side to look out for this rack problem...dun trust wedsite pics..cos I saw a CR with complete Xplorer series..still..shits happens....

[samsontok]

Sure, thx for the head up.

[Muzik]

err....i'm 1.71m...

 

fat..short legs...

 

both legs still can touch the ground....tiptoe, but not the extreme kindda tip-toe....

 

Sounds like my profile. I went to BS TP try the bike. I found it to be a lot heavier than the NC700S. Yes a little tiptoe.

 

I m quite like the size but i wonder is it hard for Singapore street riding? Does it heats up a lot?

[vfrT]

There seems to be some interest about the storage options for the CR here. Pls allow me to post some pictures and my review of the GIVI Simply top box and V35 for FYI. I rode this bike during my Alps ride earlier in June this year over a 10 riding days over a distance of 2,000km through temperature ranging from zero to 33 degrees, through rain and snow-shovelled roads. See here http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php/322726-European-Alps-Ride

 

Hope it help you guy make a decision.

 

My review of this GIVI storage system comprising a 41L Simply top box and a pair of V35 (35L) panniers.

 

1. The GIVI Simply top box is invaluable. It is 41L capacity. Can take 2 full face helmets namely an M-sized Arai RX7 and a AGV Stealth S4 L size. Need some manipulation to fit the two in it. Very sturdy and if fully laden, affects the handling somewhat, though not to the extent that it causes any stability or safety concern. I would not hesitate to use this. The lock is a bit stiff, maybe due to its newness or the very cold condition - something a squirt of WD40 would ease. The shape of the box and the clamshell opening is an ideal 40/60 lid/base split proportion that allows stuffing easily and closure to be a cinch. This last comment came to mind only because I own a Triumph Sprint GT which I purchased with an optional top box which is very heavy and is a pain to stuff to the max as things get snagged in the very stiff 50/50 lid/base proportion. This becomes an issue when you are touring and need to pack and repack frequently.

 

2. V35 Panniers: This wont carry a full face helmet however which way I try to stuff it. Due to the nice sculpted organic shape, it does not carry stuff efficiently. It is however okay if most of what you pack is soft pliable things such as clothes. The lid/base opens nearly 50/50 and is restrained by a thin string anchored on both ends by a self-tapping screw. The lid is hinged at the bottom and when it lid drops opened unrestrained, this cause the screw to pull free and -that's it. No more restraining string. Both cases suffered the same fate, so it became a pain when you need to reach for something enroute. Both panniers leaks! badly.or it could be because I overload them?

 

The bracket for the panniers are installed very close within the body fairings and does not look obtrusive with the panniers removed. It is a tad wide (for me) as it is with any pannier-ed bikes and will hamper lane splitting. I need to constantly remind myself that there are panniers on the bike to prevent me ramming into others when lane splitting. This is testament to a mount-it-and-forget-its-there quality?

Handles are nicely sized for grip and to carry around.

 

Panniers share the same keys but top box has a different key. A single key system would be nice.

 

Overall, these are excellent storage options that fit well visually with this bike and does look like it is built with the bike in mind. Apart from the weak restraining screw points everything works great and even withstand a tip-over with very minimal scuffing of the panniers. In fact, I suspect the panniers saved the bike from more cosmetic blemish if not.

 

Hope this review helps.

 

Cheers

[Firedragon]

Nice Box you have there...

[Taufizcorner]

Hi beary! hey i cant decide which one to choose, a crossrunner and a NC 700x. Both bike is AWESOME!! im in dilema....hehe so maybe u can enlightend me ... or any bros out there who can help me THANX a ZILLION !!!