What does VF stand for Honda?
Relishing technological innovation, Honda unexpectedly moved on to adopt the V4 (“VF”) configuration.
Is the VFR 800 comfortable?
In standard riding position, with the seat at its lowest position (it has two positions), the VFR800 is acceptably comfortable if you like the sport-touring position.
What kind of car is the Honda VFR?
Honda’s dazzling V-4 has charmed a generation of riders, starting with the nascent NR500 racer––many of whose unique race-shop advances would later appear in showrooms––to the latest VFR800 Interceptor, back after a half-decade snooze, wide-eyed and bristling with updates. Here’s a timeline of the VFR family tree.
When did the Honda VFR800 fifth generation come out?
Fifth Generation: 1998–2001 VFR800Fi (RC46) Rather than being a direct development of the previous, carbureted VFR750F engine, the VFR800 engine was a detuned and longer-stroke power plant based on the fuel-injected engine designed for the RC45 of 1994.
When did Honda change the swingarm on the VfR?
With the VFR’s reputation well and truly cemented, Honda decided to add a bit of flair to the model as the 1980s became the 1990s. A major redesign saw the forks, wheels and chassis updated to keep the VFR in line with the latest technology and a brand new single sided swingarm replace the double sided item.
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 the Honda VFR 800F a sport bike?
Lastly in 2016 Honda launched the new VFR 800F and not surprisingly, the new bike is based on the VFR 800Fi model which gained so much popularity and respect over the years. Yet again, Honda’s effort to attract customers to new VFR seems pointless as the old bike delivers everything that you may possibly want to ask from a sport touring motorcycle.
When did Honda change the design of the VfR?
With sales on a high, Honda once again altered the VFR in 1994 with a massive 200 changes that were mainly aimed at shedding weight and improving the bike’s handling.
Which is the best Honda VFR for sale?
Low mileage, nearly flawless 25th anniversary trim VFR800 Interceptor. Always adult owned, never beat on.Selling because I hurt my back and can’t ride… VFR1200F Deluxe model in immaculate condition Only 8200 Miles! This is the nicest and most well maintained Honda VFR1200f in the COUNTRY.
Are there any problems with the Honda VFR 750?
Among the huge number of reviews we’ve had filed, there are only a handul of problems noted, which is remarkable for a popular machine built in 1995. Those issues were rotting exhausts and electrical gremlins – nothing specific to the VFR 750.