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Definitely more get up and go that the V7iii. No lugging at lower RPM's, rear suspension is greatly improved, clutch is much lighter. Gear box feels the same.
That blue paint is stunning in person.
is it me or does it feel like a bigger bike size wise? I felt the weight as well. I also did not like what they did with the friction zone, it feels real sloppy.I agree on the better rear suspension and that the blue is very nice.
But I did not find the cluch lighter than the V7 III, felt the same to me. And I found the gearbox a bit different, more clunky and easier to find neutral. Also, I was expecting a bit more acceleration, by looking at the power and torque increase. Based on what I felt, having 52 hp or 65 hp is almost irrelevant for this type of motorcycle... It felt like it. Oh, and I could feel the weight increase.
For me, the 850 Stone doesn't feel bigger than my previous V7II, but it definitely feels heavier. The curb weight (with all fluids) spec of the V7II was 436 lb and the new 850 Stone is 481 lb, that's 45 lb heavier. For me, the new clutch is easier and also, when adjusted to spec, has most of the action near the top of the lever travel. I'll probably increase the free play by a mm or 2, to get the action closer to the middle of the lever travel. The throttle feel is a bit sloppy, but I think that's because the throttle cables have too much slack. I'll tighten them up a bit and see if it makes any difference. I have not experienced any hiccups in the engine. Nor any hesitation on a cold start.is it me or does it feel like a bigger bike size wise? I felt the weight as well. I also did not like what they did with the friction zone, it feels real sloppy.
For me, the 850 Stone doesn't feel bigger than my previous V7II, but it definitely feels heavier. The curb weight (with all fluids) spec of the V7II was 436 lb and the new 850 Stone is 481 lb, that's 45 lb heavier. For me, the new clutch is easier and also, when adjusted to spec, has most of the action near the top of the lever travel. I'll probably increase the free play by a mm or 2, to get the action closer to the middle of the lever travel. The throttle feel is a bit sloppy, but I think that's because the throttle cables have too much slack. I'll tighten them up a bit and see if it makes any difference. I have not experienced any hiccups in the engine. Nor any hesitation on a cold start.