When did the Honda VFR800 VTEC come out?
Any updates? The VFR800 VTEC was launched in 2002 as a replacement to the hugely popular VFR800Fi model, bringing with it the controversial VTEC system and an underseat pipe look. It was refined in 2006 through improved VTEC mapping, clear indicator lenses and the fitment of ABS as standard.
Is the traction control on a Honda VFR good?
The heated grips are great, the traction control is functional, albeit basic, and seems an after thought. The ABS is reassuring and works. The lack of0000 ride modes, and cruise control let the bike down. The VFR is a sports Tourer, so why Honda did not fit cruise control is beyond me, and a missed opportunity.
When did the Honda VTEC system come out?
And a slightly annoying variable valve system… Back in 2002 Honda hoped the VTEC system would change the way we thought about motorcycle motors.
What kind of car is the Honda VFR?
Striking a nice balance between sporty and touring, the VFR is best thought of as a relaxed sportsbike due to the fact its screen is a touch low to allow it to class as a tourer.
When did Honda change the VTEC on the VFR800?
After much criticism of the abruptness of power transition, Honda lowered the VTEC activation rpm threshold to 6,400 rpm in 2006. The VTEC disengages two cylinder valves when the engine speed drops again below 6,100 rpm. A facelifted VFR800 debuted at the 2013 EICMA show in Milan, Italy.
Is the Honda VFR a sport touring bike?
The later versions seemed to go towards sport rather than touring capabilities. The V-Tec is very beautiful but the seat is only comfortable for the rider. From 2001 until 2005 the VFR suffered the ‘hiccup’ at the transition from two to four valve operation which annoyed many owners.
What kind of valve gear does a Honda VFR800 use?
The VFR800 was the first non-JDM motorcycle to use VTEC valve-gear. Honda used VTEC to meet tightening noise and emissions standards and to increase the peak engine horsepower. Based on the VTEC-E system, the simplified motorcycle version of VTEC employs only two of the four valves per cylinder when operating at lower engine speeds.
The heated grips are great, the traction control is functional, albeit basic, and seems an after thought. The ABS is reassuring and works. The lack of0000 ride modes, and cruise control let the bike down. The VFR is a sports Tourer, so why Honda did not fit cruise control is beyond me, and a missed opportunity.