2014 Honda VFR1200FA Specs

 Some bikes thrill, some bikes blandish the ego et al will complement a life-style, however each currently so, a motorbike comes on that really stirs the soul. a motorbike therefore in-tune with the rider that they appear to become one the minute the wheels begin rolling. The VRF1200FA is such a motorbike. the primary time you ride it you’ll understand this can be a motorbike in contrast to the other. From the soothing throb of the uneven firing V4 at idle, to the wail that it delivers because it approaches line, the distinctive engine configuration could be a treat for the senses. The chassis additionally conjures up with a singular final drive system that eliminates the jacking and squatting, typically related to shaft drive, providing a sleek, fluid transition once rolling the throttle on or off. A Combined Braking System with ABS provides peace-of-mind, whereas a bunch of innovative natural philosophy facilitate keep this spectacular machine running at high performance - therefore nothing interferes with the riding expertise. The swish curves of the bodywork and therefore the deep wealthy paint mean the VFR could be a visual delight from the seat yet.

The distinctive VFR1200F has been developed for 2012. The engine currently offers even bigger performance, with considerably a lot of refined force between 2000rpm and 4000rpm. Changes to the PGM-FI fuel injection system system, combined with enlarged tank capability, mean the VFR1200F will currently travel over 186 miles on one tank of gasolene. The ex gratia twin Clutch Transmission has been improved, with new functionalities. The adoption of a pacifying Traction system and beside a easier seating position, additional enhance the bike's all-around capabilities.

Launched within the GB in 2009, the VFR1200F was developed to deliver a mix of sports and traveling capabilities victimization the most recent technologies. it absolutely was a clean-sheet interpretation of the last word road-sport machine - a thought driven by in depth understanding of client wants and therefore the adoption of progressive technologies.

In pursuit of heightened levels of management and feedback, the VFR1200F adopted the most recent race-track bred technologies, tailored and evolved to form a machine which will be several things to several riders. The harmonic growl of the versatile and responsive V4 motor rekindles the emotions impressed by previous painting VFRs, with its distinctive 'heartbeat' engine feel associate degreed an unmatched level of refined performance.

Canadian MSRP Price: $17,499 CDN

Engine Type
Liquid-cooled 76-degree V-4 with asymmetrical front/rear cylinder layout
Displacement
1,237 cc
Bore & Stroke
81 mm x 60 mm
Compression Ratio
12:1
Valve Train
Chain-driven SOHC Unicam®, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel Delivery
PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Transmission
Six-speed
Final Drive
Shaft
Front Suspension
43 mm cartridge fork with spring preload adjustability; 108 mm (4.3 in.) travel
Rear Suspension
Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single gas-charged shock with remote spring preload adjustability 130 mm (5.1 in.) travel
Tires
120/70ZR - 17 radial front; 190/55ZR - 17 radial rear
Brakes
Front dual 320 mm discs with six-piston calipers; rear 276 mm disc with two-piston caliper. Combined Braking System with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Seat Height
810 mm (31.9 in.)
Wheelbase
1,545 mm (60.8 in.)
Curb Weight
268 kg (591 lb) including required fluids and full tank of gas - ready to ride
Fuel Capacity
19 litres
Colour
Metallic Titanium
Warranty
12 months, unlimited mileage, freely transferable warranty; extended coverage available with Honda Plus