what has Honda done?
#1
what has Honda done?
I've seen nice looking 08s on ebay and enjoyed them although I really want an F4i.
But, I went to the dealer and they had some 09-10 leftovers and they put so much cover over the sides of the bike it looks like you cannot even check the oil without fairing removal.
I know I should trust Honda more than this, but it seems (even though its LC) it would just suffocate the engine on a hot day not letting some of the hot air escape out the side holes.
Maybe it will grow on me, but it looked cheezy at first glance and more cluttered. I liked the open, uncluttered minimalistic approach the 08 had. Less is more, correct?
But, I went to the dealer and they had some 09-10 leftovers and they put so much cover over the sides of the bike it looks like you cannot even check the oil without fairing removal.
I know I should trust Honda more than this, but it seems (even though its LC) it would just suffocate the engine on a hot day not letting some of the hot air escape out the side holes.
Maybe it will grow on me, but it looked cheezy at first glance and more cluttered. I liked the open, uncluttered minimalistic approach the 08 had. Less is more, correct?
#4
Ive got an 09 and my bike runs around the same temp as a 07. Thats on a 100 degree day to sitting in traffic. I like the covering cause it doesnt let as much heat ecape from the side so its much more comfy sitting in traffic on a warm day.
Plus it cleans up the lines and makes it look smooth. I like my lady with nice curves and smooth lines. Not all jagged looking.
EDIT: You only need to remove one bolt to check the oil. There is also a side view point where you can see your oil level without removing anything.
Plus it cleans up the lines and makes it look smooth. I like my lady with nice curves and smooth lines. Not all jagged looking.
EDIT: You only need to remove one bolt to check the oil. There is also a side view point where you can see your oil level without removing anything.
Last edited by CBRfenatic93; 01-30-2011 at 01:14 PM.
#6
I love my 09, but sometimes I wanna see the motor and can't. Also cant just top off the oil without fairing removing making an oil change a bit scary bc the sound the fairings make when removing them. (at least it is to me) lol. I wouldn't trade my 09 600RR for an 08 though... No way! I think it gave the bike a bit of class.
#8
I love my 09, but sometimes I wanna see the motor and can't. Also cant just top off the oil without fairing removing making an oil change a bit scary bc the sound the fairings make when removing them. (at least it is to me) lol. I wouldn't trade my 09 600RR for an 08 though... No way! I think it gave the bike a bit of class.
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#9