St. Stephen

I also now use Google maps. I took vfrcaptain's good idea and bought a cheap ($60) Chinese CarPlay screen: https://www.amazon.com/CAMECHO-Motorcycle-Waterproof-Motorbike-Bluetooth/dp/B0D8KVKCGV?pd_rd_w=a12xu&content-id=amzn1.sym.ef8687d6-a5c9-462d-bf15-2b003652688f&pf_rd_p=ef8687d6-a5c9-462d-bf15-2b003652688f&pf_rd_r=WPJ6N23CPYDDFCBXPV1S&pd_rd_wg=4A6ua&pd_rd_r=be2b8b4a-7e09-4a4a-87d2-62a4ce9097f4&pd_rd_i=B0D8KVKCGV&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_46_pr_t) I'm Apple but it works with Android also. RAM mounted and powered from the bike. My old Garmin Zumo is now a doorstop. On longer trips I also bring a physical map, not for during the ride, but for looking at and planning once I've stopped for the night. Old school but it allows me to look at the big picture instead of a small screen. Here in the U.S. Butler makes good motorcycle-specific maps, and I will sometimes take my DeLorme maps, which are bulky but very detailed.

Apologies, it's not a VFR. But it's a photo. A winter ride this week: Thx

Thank you gentlemen. Got a new phone and it seems like all the pics are now 5mb. I’ll downsize, hopefully that will do it. Lorne I am so relieved that you made the correct decision and purchased a red one!

Can't post photos, get this message. file too big?

I’m one of those Dave Moss happy customers, helped me set up my RC51 at Thunderhill a few years ago. He can be gruff and abrasive, but he knows what he’s doing.

European face-off. Geez. I'm pretty sure I can find a John Cleese Monty Python meme that sums this up.

Just buy a red one, you can't go wrong, and it's faster.

I respect that. But I think you're missing out on a lot of great motorcycle journalism by folks who make a living from what they write.

Thx BLS, long live BARF!

Oh yeah, you and I think alike. Yes, I'm on Ducati.ms, should check in more often. And also yes, you should pick up another RC-51! (even if it's not mine). I still check in w the RC-51 crew but not too much activity these days. And I did read Neil P's book, great motorcycle travelogue. And being a 'Stitch nerd I read the profiles and Mister S.

Hi St. Stephen, Thank you for your donation of 40.00 USD. We look forward to improving the forums with your donation. Thanks VFRDiscussion

Love those mags FM. I'll have to dig up a few classic covers.

(not counting VFRworld) I'm curious to find out who reads what around here, and hey, I might find a great site that I've missed. For me, my motorcycle interests are motogp racing, the m/c industry, new models, etc. I check these regularly: Motomatters The best motogp site IMHO. Run and authored by a Brit, David Emmett. Yeah, it cost $50 USD a year but well worth it. Revzilla Common Tread True, it supports a motorcycle accessories company (Revzilla/Cycle Gear), but the content is good, and it has Ari and Zach, who produce great motorcycle video content. motorcycle.com Dennis Chung is a real detective when it comes to figuring out new model introductions and motorcycle company financial reports. I still look at the Cycle World web site, but it is kinda generic, nothing like the mag used to be. V4 Dreams is always fun and he's one of us. And places like BAT, Iconic Motorbike Auctions, and Rolling Physics Problem are fun every now and then. Best wishes for a great 2026 riding season everyone, and don't forget to help Miguel out with a contribution to the VFRD operating budget. Cheers.

I get the dislike of the ADV looks, the beak is pretentious and not functional, the designers hoping to give the impression of taking on any road or any trail. But to paraphrase Skids, I'll take function over form. My ADV, owned for eight years now and with a silly beak, is just a great sport touring bike for me. 140hp, weighs less than any VFR made in the last 30 years, more luggage capacity than I need, has 7" of suspension travel, rips the canyons and is comfy on the freeways. The bars are just the right height for all-day comfort.

Hi Grant. The VFR1200 is a great bike. I've owned the standard shift, and ridden the DCT. How about some more information: -Since you can't use the two shifter paddles on the left bar, I assume that you also can't operate a clutch lever. Is that correct? -Shifting, braking, and operating the throttle with your right hand, all at the same time, doesn't seem feasible. Or, at least, safe. There are bikes and systems that allow shifting with the foot w/o using the clutch. Maybe others with more knowledge will chime in. Best wishes.