2008 Middleweight Sport-Touring Shootout BMW F800ST vs Honda VFR800 Interceptor – Motorcycle Review Motorcycle.com rode from Los Angeles to Monterey, CA on a BMW F800ST and a Honda VFR800 Interceptor. After more than 900 miles of twisties and fast pavement, we compare these two middleweight sport tourers. Competitive in price, performance and comfort, it’s in the details where these bikes differentiate from each other. Read the full comparison at Motorcycle.com. www.motorcycle.com
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@KutWrite I got a Susuki V Strom DL650. Wasnt looking for one but got offered a deal I couldnt refuse. I really like I must say. Its no wonder there hard to come by.
So…
What did you decide on?
I’m having trouble liking any bike these days.
I have a Vfr in 1 Year I made 25000km ,fantastic bike i never had any problem with it. I LOVE IT !
The best true sport-touring bikes are made by Triumph…
The F800ST is agile, extremely comfortable, good fuel economy and a nice computer. However, my first impression when I got on it was PLASTIC! Its not well made at all, sounds aweful and is easily blown around in the wind. I found it hard to drive beyond 70mph/110kmph. It really was a struggle to keep it straight when the wind hits you from the side because of its light weight and sub standard aerodynamics. Really dissapointed with both bikes but if I went for any it would now be the VFR
Right guys. Update for ya if your deciding between these two bikes. I dont like either anymore
You didnt see that one coming did ya? Either did I. Owned the VFR two months now and test drove the F800ST flat out for two days. The VFR is gorgeous and well built but I found it very sluggish (low torque) and not comfortable at all which surprised me.
Its an optional extra since 2003.
I’m buying a VFR tomorrow. Really wanted a new F800ST but its too expensive and their impossible to find second hand here. The VFR will do the sport touring job fine i’m sure.
Actually, my dad has a ZZR1400 (ZX-14). He’s 6’3″ and fits just fine, but I’m about an inch taller and proportioned slightly differently, and my legs are too long for the pegs on the Kawi. Definitely take a test ride on any bike if you’re a taller individual, you’d be surprised what can become a major comfort issue.
I’ve got the anniversary ’07 VFR also, isn’t that paint scheme just gorgeous?
Hey VFR has ABS check it out
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I rode both and am much more impressed with the F800ST. The VFR felt heavy, it has a chain, no ABS, and doesn’t come on unless you wind it out. Besides, how much over 140 mph do you want to go? This is personal, but I enjoy a bike that’s a little different.
Strange comparation….VFR is born 2002 BMW is more new….different filosophy and tecnique. For me, VFR is better
I have both in my garage right now – a 2008 F800ST and a 2007 anniversaryVFR800. The BMW is for sale, and the faster it leaves my garage, the better. A good bike, but clinical and boring, with a powerplant that sounds like electric hedge clippers. The VFR, in my opinion, is a more enjoyable machine, all around.
It really depends on your riding style/ speed preference. The VFR eggs you on. The accelleration as the RPM’s come up is WAY better- and takes the weight off your wrists if fatigued. If you like to “cruise” around and just throttle out of corners near the “speed limit” the comfort of BMW may be wiser.
I prefer the VFR. if you disagree get handlebar risers!! ; ) and a throttle lock, and slightly taller shield. = GOOD TO GO!!
I am 6’3″ and my interceptor is just fine.
I agree, even the best car begin to wear on the rear and back after longer distances, same way with all bikes.
cool thanks alot
go with the bmw
unfortunatley your going to have to cut your legs shorter… but seriously a mate of mine is 6ft4 and he is having to seel his 07 r1 because his legs just dont fit, a zzr1400 is excellent for the larger/taller gentleman
how would the vfr feel with me being 6 foot 5. I was looking for at the new R1′s. but maybe the vfr will fit better. any thoughts, I know Im huge.
bmw CanT CuT bikes there bikes are shit stick to Cars bmw we need imPreza bmw
no, NOT BEGINNER U NOOB
I’ve gone 15 hours on a GSX-R 1000. Honestly, everything is uncomfortable after 15 hours.
beginner? for vfr?
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