Possible new motorcycle (used bike)

Possible new motorcycle (used bike)

I have been looking over the used motorcycle classifieds here in Denver, and I came across a old 1985 Honda VF700F INTERCEPTOR with 12,000 miles for about $2000. I was wondering if anyone knows if this is a good bike. It had the carbs cleaned, newer tires and battery, chain and spokes are good, and the paint is in good condition.

Definately looks pretty cool

Interceptor is a great bike, do you know off-hand if it's a V-twin?

If it's the V-Twin, those are torquey as hell, so just show a little extra care when romping on the throttle or coming off a light.

Lol...my '04 has almost 12,000 miles on it.

It is a v 4 700cc

Ooo, the V-4.

I've heard some rumors that there was oil problems with the cam shaft on that bike. Check the cams before you buy.

What exactly should I look for when I am checking out the cam?

So, other than the cam oil problem is that a good motor?

Oh yeah, great motor. Check the rear two cams for unusual wear on the top of the lobe.

It's a great looking bike man, I'd love to get one of those there fast as hell! I'd prolly end up killing myself though.

That's fast as hell?

It's rated at 72 horsepower with a dry weight of 580 lbs give or take.

In comparison, my 600R is 92 horsepower with D.W. of 383 lbs.

Edit: In further comparison the 2006 Yamaha R1 is rated at 183 horsepower with a D.W. of 340ish lbs.
Now THAT'S fast as hell.

well no comparison on a 600r or the one Ryan wants to a R1 lol

I have also been looking into getting a new bike as well, I am now deciding between a cruiser or a sport bike.
The first one is a Yamaha V star 650cc V twin


The Second one is the Yamaha 600r



The reason I am looking into a cruiser is the insurance rate and the more comfortable ride

I agree with the insurance rates on cruisers...but don't knock the 600R unless you've riden it. It's pretty comfy. It's like a mix between a BMW and a R6.

How is the passanger comfort on the 600r? My girlfriend wants to ride with me on it.

ROFL. I don't know I've never ridden bitch on my own bike.

Because of how the single seat sits on the 600R, it's at a little bit of an angle. So when riding with a passenger, when you go to brake, they'll need to squeeze your hips with their legs a little bit to keep from sliding forward.
The R6 and the R1 have a dual seat set-up...and it's completely flat, as opposed to a slight angle like the 600R.

If you need any hints about the power the 600R has, the closest race I ever won was with an early 90's supercharged Vette. It's got plenty of power, while maintaining a very comfortable ride on a super-sport bike.

hahaha, obviously not enough

LOL.
Well, he's got me dead-to-rights there.

That 600r makes me want to... :jerkhit: