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chris

gainesville, Florida

Reviewed on February 18, 2002

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5.0
OK, OK. I wrote the "The Bomb" review. I finally sold the VX (what a sad day that was) to get a 900RR. Now I know what a fast bike is. I also know what one with character is: the VX800. I wish that I could afford to keep two bikes. The VX had personality that the RR just doesn't have. I love the CBR... read more
OK, OK. I wrote the "The Bomb" review. I finally sold the VX (what a sad day that was) to get a 900RR. Now I know what a fast bike is. I also know what one with character is: the VX800. I wish that I could afford to keep two bikes. The VX had personality that the RR just doesn't have. I love the CBR for it's performance, but miss the VX's sense of character. Great bike.
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Mike Gould

Fairbanks, Alaska

Reviewed on September 19, 2001

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5.0
Being a new rider I really don't have much to compare my VX800 to, but all the positive comments I have read are true. Runs smooth, great stability, good mid range torque, etc. Mine had 11,600 miles when I bought it last month, and after putting another 1,300 on it in five weeks I swear its running be... read more
Being a new rider I really don't have much to compare my VX800 to, but all the positive comments I have read are true. Runs smooth, great stability, good mid range torque, etc. Mine had 11,600 miles when I bought it last month, and after putting another 1,300 on it in five weeks I swear its running better each day. Maybe it's just now getting broke in? Could be as I have read of others going strong at 60,000 miles plus. What I like best is the way I can be riding in traffic and not have to worry about shifting all the time. With the torque being what it is, I can get up to 65mph, slow down as low as thirty five because of slow traffic or whatever, and go back to sixty five plus without shifting!! A great plus for a beginner.
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HIX

Denver, Colorado

Reviewed on July 27, 2001

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5.0
Why buy one of the new standards when you cane have a torquey 800cc v-twin for under 3000 bucks. It rides/looks good. People can't believe that it is 10 years old. All and all, it is a good compromise between a crotch rocket and a laid back cruiser. I wish I had two.... read more
Why buy one of the new standards when you cane have a torquey 800cc v-twin for under 3000 bucks. It rides/looks good. People can't believe that it is 10 years old. All and all, it is a good compromise between a crotch rocket and a laid back cruiser. I wish I had two.
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Paul Rakowski

Ottawa

Reviewed on June 14, 2001

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4.0
Just a quick review on my second bike after my pristine SECA 550 was totaled by a car. Although I am on the short side of 5ft. 5in. this machine feels is as easy to touch my feet to the ground as my previous one. Being a mature rider who is returning to motorcycling, I appreciate the smooth nature of th... read more
Just a quick review on my second bike after my pristine SECA 550 was totaled by a car. Although I am on the short side of 5ft. 5in. this machine feels is as easy to touch my feet to the ground as my previous one. Being a mature rider who is returning to motorcycling, I appreciate the smooth nature of this beast with its ample power and torque. So far my trips have been under 200kms and I have plans for a larger one this summer. With an Air Hawk GT windshield and a set of soft bags, this machine can go a far distance and seems to be comfortable. It does not have the shortest turning radius and can be a bit top heavy. Still it tracks very well is capable in the corners at a comfortable speed. The VX 800 Web site is very helpful.
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Oscar

Los Angeles, California

Reviewed on November 17, 2000

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5.0
I've had two! It has great torque, its comfortable and looks good. I went canyon riding with it, I took long trips. The current cruisers are a step backward because they don't roll-on as well or are as comfortable. I got about 45 mpg and it was smooth. I've had about 25 bikes and this one is near the t... read more
I've had two! It has great torque, its comfortable and looks good. I went canyon riding with it, I took long trips. The current cruisers are a step backward because they don't roll-on as well or are as comfortable. I got about 45 mpg and it was smooth. I've had about 25 bikes and this one is near the top. There are faster bikes but overall I give this one a 5-star. Note: the 90's had a fuel petcock problem that caused the bottom-end to flood and could bend a rod; there is a recall. My first one had that and threw a rod through the cases. Suzuki fixed it under warrantee.
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Ken Owensby

Atlanta, Georgia

Reviewed on July 5, 2000

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4.0
The VX800 with a liquid-cooled V-twin and shaft drive is a solid machine that does as well in the twisties as on the daily commute. The styling in now being copied by newer standards. You'll find it to have a very strong roll-on in all bands with great mid-range power. The front suspension needs reworked a... read more
The VX800 with a liquid-cooled V-twin and shaft drive is a solid machine that does as well in the twisties as on the daily commute. The styling in now being copied by newer standards. You'll find it to have a very strong roll-on in all bands with great mid-range power. The front suspension needs reworked as the stock springs are too soft. Over, this is a great value, if you can find one.
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