How much is a Honda VFR?
$8,499
Quick specs of the Honda VFR800 8th Gen
| Engine | 782cc liquid-cooled 16-valve DOHC 90-degree V4 with VTEC valves |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single 256mm disc |
| Drivetrain | Six-speed transmission, chain drive, single-sided swing-arm |
| Price | US MSRP: $8,499. Australia: $14,499 ride away. (Price these days: about 1/2 to 2/3 of that) |
What is the top speed of a Honda VFR 400?
Performance
- Top speed: 210 km/h (130 mph)
- Acceleration: 0-100 km/h (62 mph): 5.0 s.
- Braking: 100 km/h (62 mph) – 0: 4.5 s.
- Acceleration + Braking: 0–100–0 mph: 22.1 s (as claimed by Performance Bikes magazine)
What does VFR mean in Honda VFR?
V-Four Racing
The VFR — that stands for V-Four Racing — also is known as the Interceptor, and it is renowned for the V4 engine based on the Honda RC30 racer that lapped the Isle of Man.
Do they still make Honda VFR?
Sadly, the VFR 800F, VFR 800X Crossrunner and VFR 1200X Crosstourer were all dropped from Honda’s range with the introduction of Euro5 in 2021. The legendary status of this bike and its siblings resulted in the colliquial term ‘Viffer’ being applied to all VFR models.
When did Honda stop making the VFR?
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.
Why did Honda stop making VFR?
While the VFR1200F replaced its smaller sibling in the States in 2009, Honda discontinued the big-bore variant in 2017 due to Euro 4 regulations. All along, international markets have still enjoyed the VFR800 but the quirky sport-tourer may meet the same demise thanks to impending Euro 5 emissions standards.