When did the Honda VF700S Sabre come out?
Honda responded in 1983 with a new frame and different steering geometry. At the same time, the twin airbox extensions mounted alongside the engine were consolidated into one large airbox above the engine. That, along with new carburetor jetting, cured a midrange flat spot.
Is the 1985 Honda Sabre a show stopper?
A 1985 Sabre sitting on a showroom floor, or anywhere else, attracts no crowds, creates little excitement. The motorcycle that was 1982’s show-stopper has become perhaps the most conservative bike in Honda’s lineup.
What’s the difference between a 750 and 700 Sabre?
The 750 Sabre was deceiving in that same way, and the 700, due to its lesser displacement, is even more so. Handling is similarly deceptive. The Sabre can be made to go fast down a twisty road, but it never feels as though it encourages such behavior.
When did the Honda Sabre get a new frame?
The 1982 Sabre wasn’t the best-handling motorcycle around, especially once its tires became somewhat worn. Honda responded in 1983 with a new frame and different steering geometry. At the same time, the twin airbox extensions mounted alongside the engine were consolidated into one large airbox above the engine.
Honda responded in 1983 with a new frame and different steering geometry. At the same time, the twin airbox extensions mounted alongside the engine were consolidated into one large airbox above the engine. That, along with new carburetor jetting, cured a midrange flat spot.
A 1985 Sabre sitting on a showroom floor, or anywhere else, attracts no crowds, creates little excitement. The motorcycle that was 1982’s show-stopper has become perhaps the most conservative bike in Honda’s lineup.
The 750 Sabre was deceiving in that same way, and the 700, due to its lesser displacement, is even more so. Handling is similarly deceptive. The Sabre can be made to go fast down a twisty road, but it never feels as though it encourages such behavior.
The 1982 Sabre wasn’t the best-handling motorcycle around, especially once its tires became somewhat worn. Honda responded in 1983 with a new frame and different steering geometry. At the same time, the twin airbox extensions mounted alongside the engine were consolidated into one large airbox above the engine.