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V4 Music Explained

2/21/2016

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While the first generation VF's used a 360-degree crankshaft design, the redesigned '86 VFR changed to the current 180˚. From an engineering perspective the 180˚ gives up a little midrange power in exchange for some extra boost at high revs and is a bit smoother, but for the rest of us...it just sounds better.

Why? Well, something in our brain's aural processing seems to think that an off-beat staccato is more pleasing than a steady one. Ask any straight-piped Harley rider, or listen at the fence when a MotoGP Ducati or cross-plane crank Yamaha streaks past. The smooth sound of a passing fighter jet may sound impressive but it doesn't get to your groin like the thundering music of a P-51 Mustang. As it turns out, YouTube guy roadracenut has put together a musical and visual explanation of how the VFR makes its beautiful noise. Enjoy....

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Gorgeous '96 in Oregon

2/10/2016

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eBay item number 331773658753
Offered on eBay in Grant's Pass, Oregon we have this extremely well-kept 1996 VFR750F with only 8850 miles showing. The seller is a mature owner who's treated it like his baby. He notes one flaw — a paint chip on the fuel tank — and claims the bike has no prior damage. Recent maintenance has this VFR ready for the road, including carb service and fluid changes. An aftermarket muffler is mounted and the original is included in the sale. This is the guy you want to buy a used bike from.

Worth every bit of his opening bid of $3500 (at least to a local buyer), the seller also lists a buy-it-now of $4000. I hope this one finds a good home.

Update: No takers at the opening bid.
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HEY!!

2/2/2016

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Got an interesting VF or VFR?
Shoot me some info and (good) photos. I'll post it up.

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