Did Honda discontinue the VFR800?
The VFR800 was phased out after the 2009 model year in the United States, when Honda introduced the larger VFR1200F; but the VFR1200 was not a direct replacement for the VFR800; the true successor is the 2014 VFR800F (RC79). The RC46 model of VFR800 continues to be sold in certain international markets.
How much is a VFR800?
Honda VFR800F (2014-current) spec
| Original price | £10,499 |
|---|---|
| Current price range | £5,000-£9,500 |
| Capacity | 782cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 72x48mm |
| Engine layout | V-four |
What weight is a Honda VFR 800?
481 lbs
At a glance
| Owners’ reliability rating: | 4.5 out of 5 (4.5/5) |
|---|---|
| Annual servicing cost: | £180 |
| Power: | 107 bhp |
| Seat height: | Medium (31.7 in / 805 mm) |
| Weight: | Medium (481 lbs / 218 kg) |
Does Honda still make the vfr1200?
The VFR1200F was discontinued in 2017, as it no longer complied to new emission standards and noise regulations.
What kind of bike is the Honda VFR800?
The VFR800i is a consumate all-rounder that looks great and goes better whether you’re on a track day, commuting or heading on a two week holiday with pillion and luggage. Honda VFR800i is an evolution of the VFR750, which started life as a sports bike but ended as a super sports tourer.
Do you have to replace studs on Honda VFR800?
It comes to all VFR800s sooner or later. If you buy a VFR without a stainless replacement chances are you’ll be fitting one. It would be a good idea to replace the studs/nuts while you have the bike apart as they are not expensive, but the studs are only 6mm thick and snap oh so easily.
Is there a recall on the Honda VFR800 VTEC?
Anyone who has owned a gear driven cam VFR will wonder why Honda went back to camchains on this V4 cylinder engined Honda VFR800 VTEC. Sadly, they’re in danger of being able to say `told you so’ to owners who have had the Honda VFR800 VTEC recalled for camchain associated work under warranty.
How many valves does a Honda VFR run?
In fact, there is no variation at all. It works simply by shutting off an inlet and exhaust valve on each of the four valve heads at low revs. So below 6800rpm the VFR runs an eight-valve head, and above that it runs on 16 valves. Subsequent models did have changes to the way it worked.
When did the Honda VFR800 come out?
What Is It? The 2014 Honda VFR800 is a premium sports touring bike which was first launched in 1998 with updates in 2002 and 2006. What Is It Like? My first encounter with a VFR was way back in 1986.
How are the grips on a Honda VFR800?
In the sub-zero conditions the five stage heated grips were sublime, on their hottest position too warm for -3, but about right on setting three, all controlled by a thumb button mounted in the grip itself. I like the layout of the dash.
How big is the seat on a Honda VFR?
Some find the standard seat uncomfortable for them, I find it okay for 300 mile + days, it’s adjustable between 789mm / 809mm and both positions are sportier than the outgoing VFR.