Hello from Kent

[glenwatt]

Hi, just ordered my Red VFR800X for delivery on Weds next week.

Recently been riding around on a CB500X, great bike. However unfortunately just not ticking enough boxes after a downgrade from 1000cc bike.

Previously had VFRs 750, 800 and an early 800 VTEC, so I hope I'm getting something I find familiar however with a different more upright riding position which is more comfortable as the years go on.

Glen

[Skids]

Originally Posted by glenwatt

Hi, just ordered my Red VFR800X for delivery on Weds next week.

Recently been riding around on a CB500X, great bike. However unfortunately just not ticking enough boxes after a downgrade from 1000cc bike.

Previously had VFRs 750, 800 and an early 800 VTEC, so I hope I'm getting something I find familiar however with a different more upright riding position which is more comfortable as the years go on.

Glen

Hi Glen, welcome (back) to the fold.

I think you'll find her remarkably familiar, though improved too. 

[glenwatt]

Originally Posted by Skids

Hi Glen, welcome (back) to the fold.

I think you'll find her remarkably familiar, though improved too. 

Thanks, that's what I'm hoping for.

Unfortunately all the local demos seem to have recently sold so buying without riding.

[reasty]

 

[Corringdon]

Welcome Glenwatt.   

[felo]

Welcome glenwatt
 

[jobo]

Hi and welcome  .
I also upgraded from a 500X (flood write-off) to a CrossRunner - there's a world of difference and so far mostly for the better (500X has amazing fuel economy).
I bought a dealer demo bike in East Sussex in Feb - so I may have contributed to your problems there too  - sorry about that

[glenwatt]

Finally picked her up today.
Honda global ransomware attack and rain still didn't stop play.

Lovely yet damp ride home.

[Skids]

Excellent. Shame the weather and OEM tyres wont allow you to fully enjoy the experience, but give her some time. 

[GeoffTheChef]

  Glenwatt…
I traded in my VFR1200x CrossTOURER for the CrossRUNNER last September... the loss in power is noticeable but the CR is around 40k lighter and a lot easier to handle as  it is also lower seat setting and smaller front wheel.
It's a great bike all round, Ive fitted all accessories and went for the satin matte black finish.
Enjoy your new baby, safe riding

Geoff