1986 Honda VFR750F
A sport bike from 1986, the 1986 Honda VFR750F delivers 105hp from its 748cc DOHC V-4 engine.
Specifications
Engine
- Type
- DOHC V-4
- Displacement
- 748 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Power
- 105 hp @ 11000 rpm
- Torque
- 66.0 Nm
- Compression
- —
- Bore × Stroke
- 70.0 × 48.6 mm
- Cooling
- Water-cooled
- Fuel System
- 4x Keihin carburetors
Chassis & Transmission
- Frame
- Aluminum twin-spar
- Front Suspension
- Cartridge fork
- Rear Suspension
- Pro-Link monoshock
- Front Brake
- Dual disc
- Rear Brake
- Single disc
- Front Tyre
- —
- Rear Tyre
- —
- Transmission
- 6-speed
- Final Drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top Speed
- 230 km/h (143 mph)
- ¼ Mile
- —
Dimensions & Weight
- Dry Weight
- 209 kg (461 lbs)
- Wet Weight
- 228 kg (503 lbs)
- Seat Height
- 800 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1460 mm
- Ground Clearance
- —
- Fuel Capacity
- 18.0 L
History & Story
In 1986, Honda launched the 1986 Honda VFR750F — a sport bike that would come to define an era of motorcycling. Hailing from Japan, it combined Japan engineering with sport bike appeal.
The 1986 Honda VFR750F is motivated by a 748cc DOHC V-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 105hp at 11000 rpm. Breathing through 4x Keihin carburetors and kept cool by water-cooled, the engine drives through a 6-speed transmission with chain final drive.
Weighing 209 kg (461 lbs) dry, the 1986 Honda VFR750F uses a aluminum twin-spar frame, cartridge fork front suspension, and pro-link monoshock rear suspension. The braking system comprises dual disc front and single disc rear units.
Performance-wise, the 1986 Honda VFR750F achieves a claimed top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 18.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 800 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
The 1986 Honda VFR750F is motivated by a 748cc DOHC V-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 105hp at 11000 rpm. Breathing through 4x Keihin carburetors and kept cool by water-cooled, the engine drives through a 6-speed transmission with chain final drive.
Weighing 209 kg (461 lbs) dry, the 1986 Honda VFR750F uses a aluminum twin-spar frame, cartridge fork front suspension, and pro-link monoshock rear suspension. The braking system comprises dual disc front and single disc rear units.
Performance-wise, the 1986 Honda VFR750F achieves a claimed top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 18.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 800 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
Known Issues
- Charging system can be weak on early models
- Rubber intake boots deteriorate with age
Fun Facts
- With 105hp, the 1986 Honda VFR750F was considered extremely powerful when launched
- The 1986 Honda VFR750F was produced in Honda's Japan facilities
- The 1986 Honda VFR750F featured a aluminum twin-spar frame typical of 1980s design philosophy
Collector Information
- Parts Availability
- Good
- Collector Rating
- 6/10
Resources & Parts
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