I have the choice between an 06 burgandy D used with 9200 miles at 12.5K or a new 07 D black at near msrp probably 14.5K. Has there been any change in behavior or handling improvements between the two years?

Thanks

 

The '07 is going to have a 5 gallon fuel tank installed, but it is also going to have a wider frame at the rear of the bike. The fact that you can get aftermarket 5 gallon tanks and that I think the width looks bad to me would lead me to buy the '06. It is a used bike, but you're saving $2000.00---it's a crap-shoot. The tank and the work that will go into changing it makes the difference. Engine, exhaust, brakes, tires, stance, performance...it's all the same. The only other things that changed are the battery and wiring connection. Some say the battery is better (it is bigger) but I have never had a problem with my '06.

 

won't the 07 also have the 240 tire, better look,not better handeling. also what about the warranty ?

 

Not on the VRSCD, only the VRSCAW, VRSCX, and VRSCDX. The D and the R still had the 180 rear.

Good point about the warranty.