EICMA 2013: 2014 Honda VFR800F
Gracing the new 2014 VFR800F is traction control, ABS, heated grips, adjustable seat height and self-canceling blinkers. The V-Four-powered machine has been re-tuned for greater low and mid-range torque, and also receives a new telescopic fork, Pro-arm swingarm, wheels, new, slimmer bodywork and styling.
Starting with the 782cc V4-VTEC engine, Honda engineers focused mainly on cam timing and valve duration/overlap to increase low-to midrange power and torque, claiming 104.5 hp @ 10,250 rpm and 55.4 ft-lbs of torque @ 8,500 rpm. Bore and stroke is 72mm x 48mm, with compression ratio of 11.8:1. VTEC valve timing still operates one pair of inlet/exhaust valves per cylinder at low rpm, and then switches to four as revs rise. Honda’s single-mode Traction Control System (TCS) is fitted as standard equipment and is operated from the left handlebar.
Redesigned fork lowers now accept radial-mount four-piston brake calipers. New Fine Die-Cast (FDC) hollow aluminum wheels employ dual 310mm floating discs up front and a 256mm disc at the rear. Front tire size is 120/70-17 while the rear tire is and 180/55-17. Two-channel ABS is standard.
The VFR’s headlight shape is updated and now features LED lights – a first for Honda. Positional lights are integrated with the wing mirrors, just like the VFR1200F. At the rear, the wide, angular tailpiece offers plenty of room for a pillion and features an LED rear light unit with combined indicators.
The seat is height adjustable from 31.06 inches to 31.85 inches, while a handlebar height spacer, adds 15mm.
Honda Genuine Accessories is offering a shift assist system. Designed to bolt on and plug straight in it provides race-style split-second upshifts with no need to use the clutch – a first for Honda.
Apparently, Honda has no plans to import the new VFR800F stateside.
Specifications
| ENGINE | |
| Type | Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC 90° V-4 |
| Displacement | 782cm3 |
| Bore ´ Stroke | 72mm x 48mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.8 : 1 |
| Max. Power Output | 77.9kW @ 10,250rpm |
| Max. Torque | 75.1Nm @ 8,500rpm |
| Oil Capacity | 3.8L |
| FUEL SYSTEM | |
| Carburation | PGM-FI electronic fuel injection |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 21.5L |
| Fuel Consumption | 17.8km/l (WMTC mode) |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |
| Starter | Electric |
| Battery Capacity | 12V/11AH |
| ACG Output | 420W |
| DRIVETRAIN | |
| Clutch Type | Wet, multiplate with coil springs |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed |
| Final Drive | O-ring sealed chain |
| FRAME | |
| Type | Diamond; triple-box-section aluminium twin-spar |
| CHASSIS | |
| Dimensions (L´W´H) | 2,134 x748 x1,203mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,460mm |
| Caster Angle | 25° 30′ |
| Trail | 95mm |
| Seat Height | 789mm / 809mm |
| Ground Clearance | 126mm |
| Kerb Weight | 239kg |
| SUSPENSION | |
| Type Front | 43mm HMAS cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload and ten DF adjustment, 108mm axle travel |
| Type Rear | Pro-Link with gas-charged HMAS damper, 7-step (stepless remote-controlled hydraulic) preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment, 120mm axle travel |
| WHEELS | |
| Type Front | 10-spoke diecast aluminium |
| Type Rear | 10-spoke diecast aluminium |
| Rim Size Front | 17M/C x MT3.5 |
| Rim Size Rear | 17M/C x MT5.5 |
| Tyres Front | 120/70-ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Tyres Rear | 180/55-ZR17M/C (73W) |
| BRAKES | |
| ABS System Type | 2channel ABS |
| Type Front | 310 x 4.5mm dual floating hydraulic disc with radial fit 4-piston calipers and sintered metal pads |
| Type Rear | 256 x 6mm hydraulic disc with 2-piston caliper and sintered metal pads |
| INSTRUMENTS & ELECTRICS | |
| Instruments | Digital speedo, analogue tachometer, fuel meter / fuel consumption / water temp. / gear-position / ambient temperature / clock |
| Security System | TBC |
| Headlight | LED (Hi-2 / Low-2), with extension |
| Taillight | LED x 9 (tail), LED x 9 (stop) |
A former Motorcycle.com staffer who has gone on to greener pastures, Tom Roderick still can't get the motorcycle bug out of his system. And honestly, we still miss having him around. Tom is now a regular freelance writer and tester for Motorcycle.com when his schedule allows, and his experience, riding ability, writing talent, and quick wit are still a joy to have – even if we don't get to experience it as much as we used to.
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