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VFR1200 INTRODUCTION
VFR1200 360 Degrees
DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT
- The VFR1200F has been developed in keeping with previous VFRs; that have delivered a combination of sports and touring capabilities using the latest technologies
- Drawing from a long standing legacy of innovation within Honda's V-4 lineup, the 2010 VFR1200F embodies the new generation of V-4 technology and unsurpassed rider benefits, setting the stage for Honda's next 50 years
- Honda's V-4 heritage and VFR tradition is fully realized in the VFR1200F
- It has been re-created in astonishingly innovative form through the fusion of advanced technology imported from the MotoGP world and other cutting-edge environments
- Net result: a futuristic sport motorcycle created for the sheer joy of riding, custom tailored for experienced hands who ride hard, ride long, ride far and ride often
VFR1200F
- Honda MotoGP V-4 engine technology and architecture bring cutting-edge performance to the VFR1200F
- Unique cylinder layout with rear two cylinders located innermost on the crankshaft and front cylinders located outboard narrows the rider interface aboard the VFR1200F
- Throttle By Wire for next-generation throttle response
- Next-generation shaft drive system with offset pivot point and sliding constant-velocity joint for a new level of shaft-drive performance and control
ENGINE / DRIVETRAIN
- Light and compact 1237cc liquid-cooled 76-degree V-4 pumps out amazing levels of power with a distinctive V-4 feel and sound
- Symmetrically Coupled Phase-shift Crankshaft uses 28-degree crankpin offset to eliminate primary engine vibration
- Asymmetrical exhaust lengths between front and rear cylinders boost power production and enhance power feel
- Lightweight and compact Unicam® valvetrain allows for significantly smaller cylinder heads
- Honda slipper clutch allows unencumbered sport riding
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION
- GP technology layer-concept aero fairing for unrivaled air management
- Honda Pro Arm® single-sided swingarm with single gas-charged shock delivers cutting-edge rear suspension action; features handy remote spring preload adjuster, rebound damping adjustability and 5.1 inches of travel
- Stout, sport-oriented 43mm inverted cartridge fork with spring preload adjustability and 4.7 inches of travel
- New controls with smoother and more precise tactile feel enhance the riding experience
- New-technology seat construction permits a higher level of seat shaping and forming details
- Saddlebag mounts come standard on both versions of the VFR1200F
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ENGINE
| DISPLACEMENT | 1,237cc |
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| TYPE | Liquid-cooled 4-stroke UNICAM 76° V-4 |
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| BORE & STROKE | 81 x 60mm |
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| COMPRESSION RATIO | 12:1 |
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| STARTER | Electric |
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| CARBURETION | PGM-FI electronic fuel injection |
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| IGNITION | Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance |
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| TRANSMISSION | 6-Speed manual |
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| DRIVE | Shaft |
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FRAME
| DIMENSIONS (LxWxH) | 2,250 x 755 x 1,220mm |
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| WHEEL BASE | 1,545mm |
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| SEAT HEIGHT | 815mm |
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| GROUND CLEARANCE | 125mm |
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| FUEL CAPACITY | 18.5 litres |
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| KERB WEIGHT | 267kg |
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| RAKE (CASTER ANGLE) | 25.° 30' |
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| TRAIL | 101mm |
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TYRES
| FRONT | 120 / 70 17-inch |
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| REAR | 190 / 55 17-inch |
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SUSPENSION
| FRONT | 43mm cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload adjustment, 120mm axle travel |
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| REAR | Pro-Link with gas-charged damper, 25-step (*stepless remote-controlled hydraulic) preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment 130mm axle travel |
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BRAKES
| FRONT | 320mm dual floating hydraulic disc with two 6-piston calipers, C-CBS/ABS and sintered metal pads |
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| REAR | 276mm hydraulic disc with 2-piston caliper, C-CBS/ABS and sintered metal pads |
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WARRANTY
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